Are you new to creating videos? Having trouble with audio clarity, background noise or loudness? If so, you will find this 9 part series invaluable for learning the basics of creating great video soundtracks. Part 1 - Introduction When clients use one of our audio services for their video production, whether that be a voice over, royalty free music or sound effects, it is … [Read more...]
Video Soundtracks on a Budget – Part 8: Audio Editing Tutorials
The following 12 video tutorials cover the basics of audio editing and production. The software used is the free audio editing software Audacity, ideal for budget restricted audio projects. Also, the principles taught here can be carried forward when you outgrow Audacity and invest in more professional software. This audio editor can deliver a really good result with the … [Read more...]
Video Soundtracks on a Budget – Part 7: Audio Editing Software
There are a number of good audio editing software packages to choose from when editing and producing audio. I use several expensive software packages, plugins and pieces of equipment in my profession. However, in the spirit of 'Video Soundtracks on a Budget’ I am not suggesting using any of these, instead we are going to use open-source software 'Audacity', which is completely … [Read more...]
Microphone Comparison Tests for Podcast / Voice recording
I have produced these microphone comparison tests to illustrate the difference in quality between various microphones types. If you have read my previous posts on this you will know that I recommend using a professional condenser mic for podcast and vocal recordings. Here you can hear why. All tests have been recorded using audacity and a professional mic pre-amp. There has … [Read more...]
Basic Voice Recording Using Free Audacity Audio Recording & Editing Software
This short article contains the notes for a screencast - click here to view it. The screencast and accompanied notes is aimed at beginners in digital audio. Free Audio Editing Software Professional audio recording is reliant on a number of factors. Generally speaking it comes down to the quality of the software / equipment and your sound engineering … [Read more...]