It’s important to make sure that your voiceover recordings sound professional. Here are some tips to help you make your recordings sound their best:
1. Use a pop filter
A pop filter is a small screen that you place in front of your microphone to reduce “plosives” – the burst of air that comes out when you say words that start with p, b, or k. Plosives can cause your microphone to produce a “popping” sound, which can be very distracting. A pop filter will help to reduce or eliminate this problem. You can find pop filters at most music stores, or you can order one online.
2. Use a windscreen
A windscreen is a small cloth or foam cover that you place over your microphone to reduce the amount of wind noise that is picked up. Wind noise can be very distracting, so using a windscreen can help to make your recordings sound more professional.
3. Use a quiet room
It’s important to find a quiet room to record in. Background noise can be very distracting, so you’ll want to find a room that is as quiet as possible. If you can’t find a quiet room, you can try recording in a closet or using a soundproofing blanket to help reduce the amount of background noise.
4.Have a Drink
A voice-over artist must always stay hydrated, to keep vocal chords lubricated. Avoid alcohol before recording as it can dry out the voice. Cold drinks or any cold stuff can affect your throat. Further, if your mouth gets dry, the voice you record is not a quality one. Therefore keep hot drinks or hot water near to you.
5. Use a good microphone
The quality of your microphone will have a big impact on the quality of your recordings. If you’re using a cheap microphone, your recordings will likely sound cheap as well. If you can afford it, invest in a good quality microphone. It will make a big difference in the quality of your recordings.
6. Use a microphone stand
Using a microphone stand can help to reduce the amount of handling noise that is picked up by your microphone. Handling noise is the sound of your hands touching the microphone or your clothing rustling against the microphone. It can be very distracting, so using a microphone stand can help to reduce or eliminate this problem.
7. Use headphones
Wearing headphones while you record can help you to hear your own voice more clearly, which can be helpful in ensuring that you pronounce your words correctly. It can also help you to hear any background noise that might be present, so that you can take steps to reduce it.
8.Pre-Read the scriptYou need to read the script before you record it. This gives you a chance to make sure you know what is being said. Understanding the context is highly essential to mould your voice according to the feelings used in a sentence.
9. Watch your posture
When you’re recording your voice over, it’s important to be aware of your posture. Sit up straight, or stand if you prefer, and make sure your spine is in alignment. This will help you project your voice more effectively which makes it easier to speak in a strong, clear voice.
Conclusion
So recording voice overs like a pro is easy when you know how to do it and you have the right tools.
Just follow the steps in this guide and you’ll be recording like a pro in no time. Remember the more you do it, the more you’ll get perfect.
