![]() The Peak value is the loudest single moment of our performance. ![]() For example, -48 dB is quieter than -24 dB. As recordings get louder, the numbers move “up” the negative scale towards zero. Remember, we work in a negative scale when recording. The simplest way to control our recordings is to be mindful of the decibel (dB) “Peak” value. We want to set things at a level where nothing gets distorted while still capturing enough signal to work with. This type of ever-changing auto-gain won’t work for voiceover because background noise will increase when we get quieter.įor voiceover recording we use a “fixed” Input Gain level. A simple automatic Gain system might be actively trying to compensate for lower input levels. It’s why things might sound good when someone is talking, but then get noisy when they stop speaking. It is set through a separate step which takes place first.ĭevices such as our phones actually set this input level for us – often in a dynamic way. To capture the audio in our software we need to be aware of the INPUT level – how loudly the software “hears” our performance. While that does protect our ears (highly recommended, by the way), that’s the wrong place to change things for recording. We often incorrectly engage in that same process when we record: turning the volume knob up or down so that the audio plays back at a comfortable level. When you turn the knob up on your speakers, things get louder. ![]() We are used to setting “Playback” volume. However, I’ve received enough follow up questions about setting those levels to make me realize that step remains a bit mysterious in our voiceover studio recording workflow. ![]() If you have been through one of my voiceover recording classes, we covered the concept of setting those input levels correctly from a few different angles. In last week’s article, I mentioned the Audient EVO interface series, which effectively handles the task of setting input levels for recording. Input Peaking around -12 dB is a healthy target. ![]()
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