Getting high quality audio often means recording your audio on a separate device to your camera. If you use this method for getting high quality audio for your films, podcast or how-to-video it will be much better received by your audience. Bad sounding audio is a big reason for videos to be given the thumbs down on YouTube. So, you will have lots of audio files if you do … [Read more...]
Why You Should Never Record Your Voice-over as MP3 and Convert to WAVE
When working with voice overs I always request wave (at least 16bit 44.1kHz) but quite often get a file that started life as an mp3. This is because some voice overs record in mp3 format and then convert into wave. I have had this conversation many times over the years and I am still surprised at the number of voice overs that don't understand the perils of recording in mp3 … [Read more...]
Is there a benefit of using 192kHz Audio?
The bewildering array of audio output formats on my audio production software and differing opinions left me curious about what real world use these higher sampling rates provided. To settle my curiosity I went on a Googling binge to see what I could glean. For those of a similar nature here are my findings and conclusions. My curiosity was piqued by the crazy output … [Read more...]
Understanding Audio Clipping & 3 Common Misconceptions Explained
I have experienced a number of common misconceptions with regards to audio waveforms. When clients tell me that their files are clipped, I politely educate them about the quirks of audio. Hopefully, you will enjoy this lighthearted presentation :) Are you a fellow audio-er? Or, do you use audio in video projects? See how you do! 3 common misconceptions 1 . The waveform … [Read more...]
Video Soundtracks on a Budget – Blog Series Roundup
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...]