Evelyn 1 minute test :) [OK]

GoodTwin20 · Post by **GoodTwin20** » April 18th, 2023, 1:53 pm

https://librivox.org/uploads/tests/test_evelynmehta.mp3

I sure hope this works!

Thanks!

sjmarky · Post by **sjmarky** » April 18th, 2023, 4:51 pm

Hello Evelyn

I reviewed your test sample, and while it sounds good there are some technical changes needed. LibriVox requires audio that is 128kbps constant bit rate, 44.1kHz sample rate, mono, and between 86db and 92db, preferably 89-90. Your test audio volume is too high at 92.8db.

Make sure the the input gain slider in Audacity (upper right with the little mic icon) is well to the right. Then adjust the input gain on your mic so your raw recording has wave forms that peak at about the 0.5 marks in the Audacity window:

If necessary, adjust the volume level before exporting by going to Effects>Amplify and enter an amount, or Effects>Loudness Normalization, choose RMS and enter -23db.

You can pre-check your audio yourself by downloading the free Checker app: https://cgjennings.ca/projects/checker/
Passed with Warnings is a fail with regard to volume.

Please make a new test recording and post it in a reply to this message. I will come back and review it for you.

GoodTwin20 · Post by **GoodTwin20** » June 1st, 2023, 4:05 pm

https://librivox.org/uploads/tests/test_evelynmehta_2.mp3
I appreciate your patience! I ran it through checker, and I hope it works!

Thanks!

sjmarky · Post by **sjmarky** » June 1st, 2023, 8:00 pm

Okay, you are good to go.

Happy narrating!

GoodTwin20 · Post by **GoodTwin20** » June 2nd, 2023, 6:02 pm

Thank you!