http://hankgarner.com/front/
I just started "Writer's Block - The Complete Novel" by Hank Garner. I won't lie, I did an audition for this book (it is still open) and I would LOVE LOVE LOVE to get it!!! After reading the script, I bought the book. It is a great story. Check it out! You will not be disappointed!
Saturday, November 19, 2016
Tuesday, November 15, 2016
Tips & Tricks for Recording Audio Narration | The Rapid E-Learning Blog
Tips & Tricks for Recording Audio Narration | The Rapid E-Learning Blog: Are you looking for tips on how to record audio narration? Check out this post and the weekly challenge to learn more about how to record audio narration.
Another great link and Audacity Addon If you use Audacity, you HAVE to get this AddOn!
https://theaudacitytopodcast.com/chriss-dynamic-compressor-plugin-for-audacity/
Here is my tip and please if anyone know a better way or why this is wrong, please leave a comment. I read and heard so many different ways to master your track, but so far this is the best order for me.
Before starting these effects, learn from me, copy the track or file, I usually just copy the track and save the file. Either way, make sure you have a raw file to go back to! That alone will make you love me!
1-Noise Reduction - Note: Spend a lot of time on getting your settings right, I still fight this!
2-Equalization
3-Normalize
4-Compression
5-Measure Contrast (remember reading for next step)
6-Amplify to achieve -22 dBa
7-Analyze for ACX Check < Link to Addon
8-If ACX Check shows Peak Level to high use:
- Limiter Soft/Hard Set at -3
I can spend a day on this page and will soon, but I found that most of the settings suggested for each of these effects need to be tweaked according to your specific system and environment. However, we all need starting points and I will show you the settings I use soon.
Also note that most of these steps can be applied by the "Chain" function. More on that later too
Another great link and Audacity Addon If you use Audacity, you HAVE to get this AddOn!
https://theaudacitytopodcast.com/chriss-dynamic-compressor-plugin-for-audacity/
There is a great video located on the Chris’s Dynamic
Compressor download website. They explain the greatness of this plugin and all its
functions and after trying it, I completely agree. The settings shown above work great for me,
but I did have to change to this after getting the Audio Interface. So, I
highly suggest playing with these settings until you get the results you are
looking for. Remember “UNDO” is your friend. Good news is, like most add-ons,
your last settings stay until changed. However, use the “Manage” button and
save your settings.
Here is my tip and please if anyone know a better way or why this is wrong, please leave a comment. I read and heard so many different ways to master your track, but so far this is the best order for me.
Before starting these effects, learn from me, copy the track or file, I usually just copy the track and save the file. Either way, make sure you have a raw file to go back to! That alone will make you love me!
1-Noise Reduction - Note: Spend a lot of time on getting your settings right, I still fight this!
2-Equalization
3-Normalize
4-Compression
5-Measure Contrast (remember reading for next step)
6-Amplify to achieve -22 dBa
7-Analyze for ACX Check < Link to Addon
8-If ACX Check shows Peak Level to high use:
- Limiter Soft/Hard Set at -3
I can spend a day on this page and will soon, but I found that most of the settings suggested for each of these effects need to be tweaked according to your specific system and environment. However, we all need starting points and I will show you the settings I use soon.
Also note that most of these steps can be applied by the "Chain" function. More on that later too
Inspiration
http://www.georgeguidall.com/index.html
Narrated by George Guidall
A Suggested List for Audiobook Listeners
Narrated by George Guidall
A Suggested List for Audiobook Listeners
  |
Last Stand (Philbrick)
Hanging Judge (Brandt) Cold Dish (Johnson) Cure (Cooke) Broken Jewel (Robbins) Dark Horse (Johnson) Les Miserables (Hugo) Shroud Codex (Corsi) Don Quixote (Miguel De Cervantes) The Devil's Advocate (Morris West) Shadow Song (Terry Kaye)   |
| Talk about inspiration! this guy is amazing! Each book is a link, listen to his samples or better yet, Buy a Book! The number one recommendation is to listen to as many audio books as possible. I also find it helpful (and now with Audible's new "Whispersync for Voice" it is even easier!) to read along while listening to get a feel for the rhythm and flow of the story. Especially helpful is to read a passage as you would narrate it, then compare yourself to how the pro did it. I learned more from that method than most anything else. BTW, it feels great to nail it! |
Monday, November 14, 2016
Studio Gear Review
I must admit, finding the right gear at the right price is a daunting task. I spent as much time in Amazon as I have on reading and studying. I will list my equipment and links below soon. You have to know that I am tight and hate wasting money, so I am always shopping for the right gear that will work without breaking the bank. After all, total income so far is $0.00
Software is:
Audacity 2.1.2
Pro Tools First - Still Learning
USB Audio Interface
Focusrite Scarlett Solo (2nd Gen) USB Audio Interface with Pro Tools | First
I absolutely love it! Get one!
Mic kit w/o Phantom Power
Neewer NW-700 Professional Studio Broadcasting Recording Condenser Microphone & NW-35 Adjustable Recording Microphone Suspension Scissor Arm Stand with Shock Mount and Mounting Clamp Kit
Mic kit with Phantom Power
Neewer NW-700 Professional Condenser Microphone & NW-35 Suspension Boom Scissor Arm Stand with Built-in XLR Cable and Mounting Clamp & NW-3 Pop Filter & 48V Phantom Power Supply with Adapter Kit
Just Mic - Desk Mount
Neewer NW-700 Professional Studio Broadcasting & Recording Condenser Microphone Set Including: (1)NW-700 Condenser Microphone + (1)Metal Microphone Shock Mount + (1)Ball-type Anti-wind Foam Cap + (1)Microphone Audio Cable (Black)
Phantom Power - Yes, you have to have it for Condensor Mic - UNLESS you have Audio Interface
Neewer 1-Channel 48V Phantom Power Supply with Adapter, BONUS+XLR 3 Pin Microphone Cable for Any Condenser Microphone Music Recording Equipment (8 feet)
Headphones
Sony MDR7506 Professional Large Diaphragm Headphone
Monitors (Speakers)
Mackie CR Series CR3 - 3" Creative Reference Multimedia Monitors (Pair)
As you have noticed, I am looking for great gear at a great price, I am listing items to get started and established before the next investment. Top 100
Audio-Technica AT2035 Large Diaphragm Studio Condenser Microphone Bundle with Shock Mount, Pop Filter, and XLR Cable
Studio Projects B1 Vocal Condenser Microphone, Cardioid
MXL 770 Cardioid Condenser Microphone
Rode NT1A Anniversary Vocal Condenser Microphone Package
12 Pack Acoustic Panels Studio Foam Wedges 1" X 12" X 12"
Vocal EZE Professional Throat Spray
Helpful Sites and Instruction
A wise man learns from his mistakes,
a wiser man learns from others mistakes.
As with all endeavors, it is time to learn as much as possible,
below are links I found to be helpful.
Please comment with any additional materials you have found to be informative.
a wiser man learns from others mistakes.
As with all endeavors, it is time to learn as much as possible,
below are links I found to be helpful.
Please comment with any additional materials you have found to be informative.
WELCOME TO LIBRIVOX
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Sunday, November 13, 2016
Narration Experience
free public domain audiobooks
Seriously Guys, Librivox is a great way to get experience and provide classic works to audio. There are a lot of great books and passages to choose from. Please check it out and join. You will be providing a great service and getting experience at the same time.https://librivox.org/
Three Elephant Power and Other Stories by Andrew Barton Paterson (1864 - 1941)
https://forum.librivox.org/viewtopic.php?f=19&t=61963&sid=98a87af36fa368fed3f21ff05e8d1f44
Sections read by John Cormier:
The Merino Sheep
Concerning a Steeplechase Rider
UPDATE!!! The book is published and you can hear it on the link below:
https://librivox.org/three-elephant-power-and-other-stories-by-andrew-barton-paterson/
Wait! Does this mean I am a pro now? oh, right, still not paid yet.
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