2peltons wrote:Here is section 02 with a length of 17:51.
https://librivox.org/uploads/philchenevert/storiesfromthearabiannights_02_housman_128kb.mp3
Mike
This recording is PL OK! Outstanding reading!
Betty
2peltons wrote:Here is section 02 with a length of 17:51.
https://librivox.org/uploads/philchenevert/storiesfromthearabiannights_02_housman_128kb.mp3
Mike
Ah, a beautiful voice and great delivery! But you should uploan another test, call it test 2 or something, with these correctionsphilchenevert wrote:Test uploaded! Sorry it took so long, work got in the way.
https://librivox.org/uploads/tests/test_alinacg.wav
Ok, you definitely fixed those two tech items. Now that it is an mp3 I see the volume is a tad low at 83.6 dB. 89 is the average we aim at, with 3 dB on either side allowed so you would need to increase this by about 4 or 5 dB to get to 89. We use the Checker program (see our WIKI) to check volume and here is a little video about it http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kkhk0megqHE&feature=youtu.be. But also MP3 Gain (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=toef8_-qsms) and most of us just estimate based on the size of t the sound wave http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w9WF82rf81o. That is what I do. So .... the easiest thing to do would be to just amplify your file by 4 and resubmit it as test 3. I have a video on that too (surprise!) linked in my signature. Let me know if you need any further help.Thank you Phil! Here is test 2. I apologize for the errors earlier. About the 89 dB, is that the average or max? What is the best way to measure that?
https://librivox.org/uploads/tests/test2_alinacg.mp3
Hi Eka and a big welcome to LibriVox . So sorry to say that I cannot assign that section to you because another reader has asked for it already but there are many things in our Readers Wanted and Launch Pad sections for you to choose from. But let's work on your recording set up in anticipation, ok?EkaGMartin wrote:Hello,
I am new here. Is it still possible to claim a section? I would love a chance to read the Magic Horse.
Here is my 1 minute test:
https://librivox.org/uploads/tests/test_ekagmartin.mp3
Thank you
Eka
Oh thank you so much for your advice about the recording. I am using a plug in microphone and I did notice that I wasn't getting the needed output. I will follow your advice and look into the fairy tales. I love those!EkaGMartin wrote:EDIT: could I interest you in one of these neat fairy tales? viewtopic.php?f=19&t=60848 . Or maybe some American Indian fables? viewtopic.php?f=28&t=60865
Thanks. You are getting closer and closer! Still two things to work on though:EkaGMartin wrote:https://librivox.org/uploads/tests/test2_ekagmartin.mp3
Here is the second test, please take a listen and let me know if the adjustments helped. Thank you again.
Yes you did a good job and you are now cleared to record lots and lots. Note that you amplified a bit too much (91.8dB) and next time try to do it a tad less but that is a suggestion since it is within our margin of 86-92 dB. Here is a little video about using your eyes to get a good volume http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w9WF82rf81o And the checker program is great too.EkaGMartin wrote:https://librivox.org/uploads/tests/test3_ekagmartin.mp3
I amplified the sound (hopefully correctly) and set it at 128 constant. Thanks again for you feedback. I look forward to reading
Most definitely OK!! Have fun.Stuart wrote:Hello! Oooh yes please -- I'd like to claim 4 (The Story of the Magic Horse) if that's ok!
Stuart.
Thanks Phil -- it looks fun!philchenevert wrote:Most definitely OK!! Have fun.