It's the age-old argument, and this week we do our best to settle it once and for all... Do you agree with our conclusion? The Pro Audio Suite has kindly been supplied with gear from RØDE microphones. We would like to thank them for their involvement with our show, and their generosity. You can see the complete list of their gear here . @rodemic @rodemics Rode on Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/company/rode-microphones/ We have launched a Patreon page in the hopes of being able to pay someone ...
Nov 29, 2021•52 min•Season 7Ep. 51
According to Wikipedia, Room modes are the collection of resonances that exist in a room when the room is excited by an acoustic source such as a loudspeaker. Most rooms have their fundamental resonances in the 20 Hz to 200 Hz region, each frequency being related to one or more of the room's dimensions or a divisor thereof. These resonances affect the low-frequency low-mid-frequency response of a sound system in the room and are one of the biggest obstacles to accurate sound reproduction. In thi...
Nov 22, 2021•18 min•Season 7Ep. 50
Microphone placement is critically important to acoustic quality during live performances and recordings. Microphone placement alone contributes to around 20% of the overall sound while the person, instrument, setting, and microphone choice contributes to around 50%, 20%, and 10% of the overall sound respectively. In this episode, we take a look at different ways to get it right.. The Pro Audio Suite has kindly been supplied with gear from RØDE microphones. We would like to thank them for their ...
Nov 15, 2021•34 min•Season 7Ep. 49
More than a USB microphone, Revelator features compressors and EQs modelled on world-class analogue processors. An independent reverb bus lets you add just the right amount of shimmer to your sound, and two stereo loopback channels make it easy to add backing tracks and more. Revelator is the ultimate microphone for streaming and for recording solo musicians. This week we take a closer look... The Pro Audio Suite has kindly been supplied with gear from RØDE microphones. We would like to thank th...
Nov 08, 2021•27 min•Season 7Ep. 48
SO after a week from hell, Robbo reflected on some of what he had put a VO buddy of his through in terms of late scripts and "extra" sessions. Whilst his mate was happy to oblige, what happens when you don't have a relationship with the artist, and you are asking for more than was originally agreed to. Where do you draw the line? Find Paul on LinkedIn.. https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-pittioni-73058b3b/?originalSubdomain=au The Pro Audio Suite has kindly been supplied with gear from RØDE microp...
Nov 01, 2021•16 min•Season 7Ep. 47
The blurb on the website promises the following when it comes to the Tri-Booth.. "The Tri-Booth is ideal for recording artists who need an affordable professional home/mobile studio for auditions and broadcast. You provide the mic, interface, computer, a quiet space and the talent, we provide the rest. The entire unit packs down into its large duffel bag for storage or light travel." But does it stack up? AP has his hands on one and does this weeks episode from inside as George, Robert and Robbo...
Oct 25, 2021•26 min•Season 7Ep. 46
SO... Monitoring... Active and Passive... What's the difference? What's the best/most cost-effective way to go? This week a question about powered speakers leads us down a rabbit hole on all things monitoring. The Pro Audio Suite has kindly been supplied with gear from RØDE microphones. We would like to thank them for their involvement with our show, and their generosity. You can see the complete list of their gear here . @rodemic @rodemics Rode on Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/company/rode-...
Oct 18, 2021•30 min•Season 7Ep. 45
This week we answer a question about Phantom Power. SHould it stay on? True to form we manage to cover the whole gamut of the Phantom Power ins and outs... The Pro Audio Suite has kindly been supplied with gear from RØDE microphones. We would like to thank them for their involvement with our show, and their generosity. You can see the complete list of their gear here . @rodemic @rodemics Rode on Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/company/rode-microphones/ We have launched a Patreon page in the ho...
Oct 11, 2021•11 min•Season 7Ep. 44
We wring our hands and tap our fingers when it comes to making a decision on the Mic we are about to spend a large chunk of cash on for our studio. But when it comes to the Mic Pre, we sometimes don't spend as much time procrastinating. Truth is, a pre can colour the sound of your audio more than the mic. In this episode, we check out a few pre's and the way they taint the mics "clean" sound. We talk about how to set one up, and what you should be listening for when shopping for your next one.. ...
Oct 04, 2021•30 min•Season 7Ep. 43
Mp3, it's a contentious file format. Some believe (radio stations mostly) that it can be used as a professional format, while others assert that it's only a delivery format. This week we take a look at mp3. What is it? How does it work, and exactly what information is lost when it "compresses" the audio... We also discuss when it's appropriate to use it, and when you should most likely stick to a more lossless format. The Pro Audio Suite has kindly been supplied with gear from RØDE microphones. ...
Sep 27, 2021•19 min•Season 7Ep. 42
Robbo recently received a file from a "Talent" that was full of digital clicking and popping. It's one of those things that can happen in the digital domain from time to time, and it can also be hard to track down. In this episode Robbo, Robert and AP chat about some of the more common causes and what you can do to avoid/rescue the situation. The Pro Audio Suite has kindly been supplied with gear from RØDE microphones. We would like to thank them for their involvement with our show, and their ge...
Sep 20, 2021•12 min•Season 7Ep. 41
The UN recently warned that Stabilizing the climate will require strong, rapid, and sustained reductions in greenhouse gas emissions, and reaching net-zero CO2 emissions. They also added that if we can not achieve some of these goals in the next 5 years, reducing the impacts of our changing climate may be irreversible. So this week we ask, what can the Audio fraternity do to assist the cause? The Pro Audio Suite has kindly been supplied with gear from RØDE microphones. We would like to thank the...
Sep 13, 2021•21 min•Season 7Ep. 40
Everyone wants a great sounding room, but no one wants to spend more on a studio than they need to. So where's the balance? CJ Ringwall sent us a video of his setup after listening to our recent episode with Nick O'Rourke and Christa Lewis. It's a room that he built himself, and is justifiably proud of. With George sidelined for a week, Robert, Robbo and AP took the opportunity to discuss how the "biggest and most expensive" ain't always the benchmark when building a room. See CJ's video here.. ...
Sep 06, 2021•7 min•Season 7Ep. 39
AP makes no secret of the fact that he loves his OC818 from Austrian Audio, and I have to agree that it is a beautiful match to his warm tones. But at $1200 USD it's not exactly a bargain. So what about its little brother the OC18 ($850)? Not quite as many bells and whistles, but is it even in the same league? AP has one in his hot little hands so we aim to find out. Also while we were on all things Austrian Audio, we thought we'd throw him in a pair of their new HI-X65's open-back headphones an...
Aug 30, 2021•17 min•Season 7Ep. 38
If you've ever built a studio at home, you know that it's not as easy as it seems. There are so many expenses, and (to be honest) choices to be made. In this episode, we talk to two hard-working Voice Actors who have great home setups, and deep dive into whats worked for them, what hasn't, and what they could probably have done without. What follows is a fairly definitive "How To" episode for what to do right and what not to do when you're planning and building a new room or rooms. Nicks booth: ...
Aug 23, 2021•55 min•Season 7Ep. 37
AT & T has just announced they will be closing their ISDN network from June 1 2023, and many other major players are already winding down services. Australia has already lost their network and the UK closes in the next few years. Given the ISDN is the lifeblood of a home studio, what's the next big thing? And more importantly what are your choices? In this episode, Robert, George, Robbo and Andrew take a look at what's out there and what's coming. George even gives you the lowdown on how to ...
Aug 16, 2021•19 min•Season 7Ep. 36
So you've got a script that involves a bit of close mic work and some really brash and loud dialogue. How should you tame those nasty peaks but at the same time maintain a good level for the softer bits without compression? Plus we dive into the mailbag, and things get very silly... The Pro Audio Suite has kindly been supplied with gear from RØDE microphones. We would like to thank them for their involvement with our show, and their generosity. You can see the complete list of their gear here . ...
Aug 10, 2021•19 min•Season 7Ep. 35
There are a bunch of them out there, clones of some of your favourite mics. You can buy them online as a kit or straight from the designer. But do they stack up to the real deal, and are they worth the $? This week we take a look! The Pro Audio Suite has kindly been supplied with gear from RØDE microphones. We would like to thank them for their involvement with our show, and their generosity. You can see the complete list of their gear here . @rodemic @rodemics Rode on Linkedin https://www.linke...
Aug 02, 2021•19 min•Season 7Ep. 34
In the Southern Hemisphere, it's that time of year, flu season. While he hasn't got COVID, AP does have the dreaded Flu, and his voice is paying the price. But it could be allergies, a simple cold, you name it. Snotty and sinusy, it sounds like there's a bunch of cotton wool balls shoved up your nose. Is there anything you can do to save it, or is it just a case of suck it up and get on with it? The Pro Audio Suite has kindly been supplied with gear from RØDE microphones. We would like to thank ...
Jul 26, 2021•9 min•Season 7Ep. 33
The mic chart! If you're looking for a new mic (or even your first) the one thing that might point you in the direction of a mic or two that's worth auditioning for your voice is the frequency response chart. But what do they show? How do you know what sound that will translate to when you get behind it? And what should you be looking for in the first place? This week, George, Robert and AP take a look at the ins and outs (or should that be ups and downs?) of mic charts, and try to arm you with ...
Jul 19, 2021•27 min•Season 7Ep. 32
There seemed to be some confusion on a recent Social Media post regarding the upgrade path for Source Connect on PC. Given that Source Elements are mothballing some of the older versions (15 years or older) of their popular software, some users are needing to upgrade to the current version. Given that 3.9 is not available for PC, and version 4 is just around the corner, there has been some confusion amongst PC users as to how they should upgrade. Robert took the opportunity to straighten it all ...
Jul 18, 2021•10 min•Season 7Ep. 31
Every week we use audio terms and technical phrases that can go over some people's heads. Especially if you're new, or just not so technically minded. So this week, thanks to a letter from Bob Leedom, we take a look at a few of the more common ones and what they mean. The Pro Audio Suite has kindly been supplied with gear from RØDE microphones. We would like to thank them for their involvement with our show, and their generosity. You can see the complete list of their gear here . @rodemic @rodem...
Jul 12, 2021•17 min•Season 7Ep. 30
The Acousta LE03 is a high-resolution audio interface designed and made in Austria by Innovative Audio. What’s impressive is that the two Mic inputs are built with high-quality ADCs (Analog-to-digital converters) with a dynamic range of 160dB from noise floor to full scale. Meanwhile, the monitoring is courtesy of a Class-D headphone driver and high-quality DAC (Digital to Analog converter), so the sound you monitor is more accurate than ever. It's ideal for Voice Artists and producers who want ...
Jul 05, 2021•24 min•Season 7Ep. 29
Interfaces are super easy to use, but mixers give you more flexibility when it comes to routing audio around your studio. So what's best, in what circumstances? This week we investigate your options... The Pro Audio Suite has kindly been supplied with gear from RØDE microphones. We would like to thank them for their involvement with our show, and their generosity. You can see the complete list of their gear here . @rodemic @rodemics Rode on Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/company/rode-micropho...
Jun 28, 2021•27 min•Season 7Ep. 28
Everyone has their preference for headphones. Open, closed, in ears, and some you may never have heard of. We opened this episode with the intent of discussing just Open v Closed, but in the usual Pro Audio Suite tradition, the conversation ends up a lot deeper... The Pro Audio Suite has kindly been supplied with gear from RØDE microphones. We would like to thank them for their involvement with our show, and their generosity. You can see the complete list of their gear here . @rodemic @rodemics ...
Jun 21, 2021•37 min•Season 7Ep. 27
From treatment on the walls to computer monitors, iPads, and more. What is necessary and what is optional in your booth if you really want to be prepared for what may come at you from the other end of the line during a session? The Pro Audio Suite has kindly been supplied with gear from RØDE microphones. We would like to thank them for their involvement with our show, and their generosity. You can see the complete list of their gear here . @rodemic @rodemics Rode on Linkedin https://www.linkedin...
Jun 14, 2021•20 min•Season 7Ep. 26
So you jump in the booth at home, and with the client on the line, lay down a bunch of takes. Then, down the line, you hear them say, "we haven't been recording here, could you cut takes 2 and 6 together, with the third paragraph from take 12?"... Is this a reasonable request? After all, you're just the voice guy, right? Of what about playback in general. Is that something that's reasonably expected of you, or should they have the facility to playback their own audio? Well, this week we bounce i...
Jun 07, 2021•25 min•Season 7Ep. 25
Diffusion and Absobtion. Both completely legitimate ways to treat your room and booth, but which one is better, and most importantly, which one should you be using? This week, Robbo, George, Robert, and AP break down the ins and outs of each technique and chat about how and where you may want to use them. Plus ways to achieve both on a budget.. The Pro Audio Suite has kindly been supplied with gear from RØDE microphones. We would like to thank them for their involvement with our show, and their ...
May 31, 2021•24 min•Season 7Ep. 24
We all love the smell of a new car, but did you know it's actually a nasty gas that creates that new car whiff?? Well, it's the same with studio foam, and if that's not enough, what those same particles of foam can do if they get into your lungs as they degrade is even scarier. This week we take a look around a typical recording studio and sniff out the potential health hazards.. The Pro Audio Suite has kindly been supplied with gear from RØDE microphones. We would like to thank them for their i...
May 24, 2021•22 min•Season 7Ep. 23
In the early 1920s, Drs. Walter H. Schottky and Erwin Gerlach co-invented the first ribbon microphone. By turning the ribbon circuit in the opposite direction, they also invented the first ribbon loudspeaker. This week we take a look at how far this technology has come in terms of fidelity and reliability. Andrew has got his hands on the Sure KSM353, and George pulls out an old "Lip Mic" for a listen. Meanwhile, on the other side of the Glass, Robbo takes the Ribbon Tweeters in Adam Audio's A7x ...
May 17, 2021•41 min•Season 7Ep. 22
