CETS 2011, Jeff Graunke, slides for Creating Studio-Quality Audio on a Budget
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This document provides tips for creating high quality audio recordings on a budget. It recommends investing under $600 in audio hardware like a USB microphone, mic stand, and acoustic panels. The recording process involves writing a script, selecting voice talent, finding a quiet recording location, and using free audio editing software like Audacity to record and edit audio files. It emphasizes the importance of preparation, using a variety of voices, saving work frequently, and backing up files to produce professional sounding audio on a budget.
CETS 2011, Jeff Graunke, slides for Creating Studio-Quality Audio on a Budget
- 1. Creating Studio-Quality Audio on a BudgetPresented by Jeff GraunkeChicago e-Learning and Technology ShowcaseAugust 16, 2011
- 2. IntroductionWhat does your audio sound like?Shortwave radioAM RadioFM radioCD
- 3. Recording ProcessWrite ScriptSelect Voice TalentSelecting a LocationRecord AudioEdit Audio Files
- 4. Write the ScriptSaves TimeScript = written road mapRead it aloudMake Copies for everyone to follow alongLarger Font Size (14+ pts) Take Notes
- 5. Select Voice TalentOutgoingClear voiceFamiliar with MaterialAlternate Male and FemaleRecruit coworkers
- 6. Location, Location, LocationFind the quietest room possibleBeware of:AC/Heat ventsOutside TrafficRinging PhonesNoisy neighborsBuzzing lightsHumming printers
- 7. Recording SessionMake it funLater in the morning (voices warm up)Water for everyone!!Stand TallSpotterSet up earlySave early, Save often!!
- 8. Hardware (Studio in a Box - $558)USB MicrophonesSamson CU01**SnowballSnowflakeMic standPop FilterAcoustic Panels
- 9. Recording Studio in a Box
- 10. Recording Studio in a BoxLess than $599Microphone$99 – Samson CU01 Condenser USB mic.Mic Stand $25 - The floor stand allows great flexibility. The narrator can sit or stand. Pop filter$35 - You need this to eliminate the popping of the "P" sounds. Acoustic Panels $399 - Reduce/eliminate the echoes and absorb stray sounds.
- 11. Software - AudacityIt’s Free Multi-track digital recording and editing toolwww.audacity.soundforge.comWiki, Forum, other ResourcesVST Enabler – allows use of plug-ins. LAME MP3 Encoder –create MP3s
- 13. Tips & Tricks IGet a good microphoneChanging Mic volume: Volume Options PropertiesIn Mixer Device field, select Microphone & click OKVolume popup displaysRecord a sample and Listen to itStay away from outside rooms near high traffic roads
- 14. Tips & Tricks IIVary voices. Use male and female voices for better voice texture.Save early, Save often (It’s Chicago)Backup filesMake a copy of original file for editingRecord first, edit second
- 15. SummaryInvest in good audio hardwareFind a quite placeWrite a scriptPick your talentUse Audacity
- 16. QuestionsDo you have any questions?
- 17. Graunke Consulting, Inc is a Chicago-area based consulting firm specializing in eLearning development.Visit us at: www.graunkeconsulting.comCompany founder Jeff Graunke is an executive, trainer, instructional designer, project manager and writer with more than 20 years experience in the areas of writing, training and computer systems.Contact Jeff at: jeff@graunkeconsulting.com