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Troubleshooting Studio Noise: A Voice Actor’s Guide to Eliminating Static, Hum, and Buzz
Voice actors: Get rid of studio hum, buzz, and static with this step-by-step troubleshooting guide using the process of elimination.
Frank Verderosa
May 102 min read


XLR Microphone Cables: Old School Reliability in a High-Tech World
In a world where technology changes at lightning speed- there humble XLR cable hasn’t changed in decades!
Frank Verderosa
May 53 min read


Hey Voice Actors: Let’s Talk About Recording Levels and Why Normalizing Isn’t a Magic Fix
If you spend any time behind a microphone (and I know you do), you’ve probably heard the tip: “Don’t worry about your recording levels being low — you can just normalize later!” This often comes up with regards to lowering the audible noise level when recording. I get it — it sounds like an easy fix. But today I want to chat with you about why starting with low levels and relying on normalization can actually hurt your sound — and what to do instead.
Frank Verderosa
Apr 283 min read


Does Using Audacity with your Scarlett Solo 4th Gen have you seeing Red? Here's the Solution!
Focusrite's 4th Gen Scarlett line, features impressive upgrades that pose a challenge for Audacity users. But there's an easy fix!
Frank Verderosa
Apr 14, 20244 min read


What's Up, Dock? Expanding your Capabilities
An expansion dock may be important for your audio rig to accommodate everything from ethernet and USB to HDMI. So what works for you?
Frank Verderosa
Jan 22, 20246 min read


A Home Studio Primer
Everything you need to know to stay competitive as a voice actor working from home! Whether you're a newcomer or a working voice actor,...
Frank Verderosa
Dec 1, 20235 min read


The 2023 Voice Actor Gift Guide!
It's no secret that Black Friday is the best time to gather your audio gear and peripherals, so I have once compiled a complete list!
Frank Verderosa
Nov 20, 20237 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


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...
Frank Verderosa
Nov 6, 20222 min read