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A Fond Memory and a Sad Milestone: Jam Master Jay
Headlines today report the trial of those accused of killing Jam Master Jay in 2002. It reminded me of the time we spent working together.
Frank Verderosa
Jan 29, 20243 min read


RX Elements: Powerful Tools for Voice Actors… when used Properly!
For voice actors who do the kind of work that needs to deliver finished audio, Izotope's RX Elements bundle helps get the job done!
Frank Verderosa
Jan 2, 20243 min read


High-Pass Filters and Pads: The Bottom Line
MIcrophones will sometimes include high-pass filters and a PAD. But just because they're there- should you engage them?
Frank Verderosa
Aug 22, 20233 min read


Updates are NOT always Upgrades!
We're conditioned to believe that updates are upgrades- but that's not always the case! For audio recording, an update can mean down-time!
Frank Verderosa
Aug 21, 20234 min read


Vinyl and Voice Acting. A Sound Connection!
The difference in sound quality having an actor in a proper studio after a couple of years of forced remote recording is dramatic.
Frank Verderosa
Jun 21, 20232 min read


"Pop" Culture: The Explosive Truth about your Breath!
In this post we’ll look at P-pops and how to mitigate them! With some practice and some vigilance, you may never pop another P!
Frank Verderosa
Apr 17, 20233 min read


Myth Busting: Noise- Causes & Solutions!
For nearly all voice actors working from home, noise is a big problem! Here are some helpful solutions to common problems.
Frank Verderosa
Apr 17, 20234 min read


48V. Phantom Power. What & Why!
In a previous blog post about the benefits of flipping your large diaphragm condenser microphones upside down for recording, I discussed...
Frank Verderosa
Jan 23, 20232 min read


Interfaces vs Preamps. What's the difference?
People are often confused by the terms interface and preamp, so I thought I would take a moment to explain the two. An interface (Focusrite Scarlett Solo, Apollo Twin, etc) converts your audio signal to a digital stream for your computer. It also converts the computer audio back to your headphones (or speakers) so you can hear it. A preamp is designed to amplify the relatively low signal from your microphone into something usable. It's that simple! At the studio I work for (
Frank Verderosa
Nov 6, 20223 min read


Meet a Coach Replays- Debra Sperling!
Over the summer, I hosted a series of free events for one purpose: to answer the question "who do you recommend to study with?" that I am...
Frank Verderosa
Nov 6, 20222 min read









