VO microphone technique...let's talk about it! As voice actors we can do so many wonderful things just by playing around with our body position in relation to the microphone. But why should we do it? Because we're always trying to replicate real life and In real life,...
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What Is Source-Connect and Why Voice Actors May Need It
A company called Source-Elements created Source Connect (SC). As it concerns us VO talents, there are two versions of the technology: Source-Connect Standard (paid version) and Source-Connect Now (free). If you’re recording voice acting auditions these days, whether...
How to Record Voice Overs at Home Like a Pro
If you want to work as a voice actor today, you need to be able to record voice overs at home. A home studio is no longer optional, it's the price of entry, because most auditions and a lot of paid work happen remotely. The good news: getting set up is far less...
Best Voice Over Equipment for Beginners: What to Buy and Skip
Looking for the best voice over equipment for beginners? If you're an actor (or announcer) and you're ready to try out this voice over thing, this article is for you. It's time to learn about voice acting recording equipment, like sound interfaces and voice acting...
Cardioid vs Shotgun Microphones for Voice Over
We’ve been running through the various microphone options for starting your voice acting and voice-over career—and we’re on the home stretch! Previously, we covered the choices of USB vs XLR and condenser vs dynamic. The next choice sounds a little more technical, but...
Condenser vs Dynamic Microphones for Voice Over
This is the second article in a series on choosing a microphone for voice-overs and voice acting. In the first, we compared USB vs XLR microphones. This time, we’re focusing on another choice: condenser microphones vs dynamic microphones. The terms “dynamic” and...