How to Record a Poem Using Audacity
September 25, 2007
A listener named Steve was listening to Cloudy Day Art #80 and heard Don and I talking about using Audacity to record our audio. So, he promptly downloaded the free program, but had some questions about how to use it to record poetry.
So, I decided to do a quick tutorial. I hope it helps more of you send in your poems!
I’ve found that manipulating the waveform helps with the quality. I’ll often amplify the wave of the sound is too low. I’ve also found that using bass boost will help the sound, particularly when mixing voice with music since there is often a drop in the voice volume. I also use stereo for the microphone recording because I’m mixing it with stereo music.
Hey Patrick, thanks for commenting!
I, too, recommend manipulating the wave form. I just wanted to keep it basic for everyone. I just want people to submit!
I can clean up anything that the listeners send me, so the levels, etc. aren’t the important issues I was addressing, but maybe the next video! Thanks again.
Just found you via twitter - and I am glad I did - I love your site and all the information I’ll be listening and reading so don’t stop posting!! Thanks for all the information!
Thanks, Raquita! I’m following you on Twitter now.
I see you’re a fan of GSPN.tv, too. Cool
Have you tried Utterz.com?! I was introduced to it 2 weeks ago. All you do is use your phone or cell phone and call in the audio. Sound quality is not bad I guess depending on your connection.
Look here: http://www.utterz.com/list.php and u edit all through the website. Something else to consider.