Hi,
I have uploaded my one minute voice recording for your review.
https://librivox.org/uploads/tests/test_clearvoice.mp3
Look forward to your feedback to get started and continue to improve the quality.
One minute test - ClearVoice
Welcome Clear
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 is 98kbps variable bit rate and volume too low at 75.9db. There are also pronounced plosives sounds (pops) on all the P's where your breath hits the mic.
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.
Reposition your mic so that it is off-center about 45 degrees. Add a pop filter or foam wind screen if necessary.
You can find advice on improving issues like plosives in the Librivox wiki:
https://wiki.librivox.org/index.php?title=Improve_Your_Recording
When exporting your MP3 from Audacity, be sure to check Bit Rate Mode - Constant, then select 128kb from the pull-down menu, and check Force Export to Mono.
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.
Go to Validation>Choose Validation Methods and check Background Noise. Be sure to leave 5 seconds blank at the end of your recording.
Please make a new test recording and post it in a reply to this message. I will come back and review it for you.
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 is 98kbps variable bit rate and volume too low at 75.9db. There are also pronounced plosives sounds (pops) on all the P's where your breath hits the mic.
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.
Reposition your mic so that it is off-center about 45 degrees. Add a pop filter or foam wind screen if necessary.
You can find advice on improving issues like plosives in the Librivox wiki:
https://wiki.librivox.org/index.php?title=Improve_Your_Recording
When exporting your MP3 from Audacity, be sure to check Bit Rate Mode - Constant, then select 128kb from the pull-down menu, and check Force Export to Mono.
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.
Go to Validation>Choose Validation Methods and check Background Noise. Be sure to leave 5 seconds blank at the end of your recording.
Please make a new test recording and post it in a reply to this message. I will come back and review it for you.
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clearvoice
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- Joined: October 3rd, 2023, 9:21 am
Hi,
I have recorded a new test file. Look forward to your feedback on this take and suggestions.
https://librivox.org/uploads/tests/test_clearvoice.mp3
I have recorded a new test file. Look forward to your feedback on this take and suggestions.
https://librivox.org/uploads/tests/test_clearvoice.mp3
Okay, settings are right and the plosives under control. However, your recording space has too much echo.
You can find advice on improving issues like room echo in the Librivox wiki:
https://wiki.librivox.org/index.php?title=Improve_Your_Recording
Please review this, make some adjustments and another test. That should do it and you'll be on your way to narration stardom.
You can find advice on improving issues like room echo in the Librivox wiki:
https://wiki.librivox.org/index.php?title=Improve_Your_Recording
Please review this, make some adjustments and another test. That should do it and you'll be on your way to narration stardom.