Clip Quality Question
Hi!
I'd love some help, especially from VB staff if possible, for some feedback on my audio quality.
I joined my first backup contest the other night, and set up my studio outside of where I usually practice, and got a rejection due to room resonance. Since I wont always be in my ideal studio I made some acoustical adjustments to my backup studio and rerecorded the sample. Can someone tell me if the new sample would meet VB's QC process?
1st, rejected track: https://soundcloud.com/rafaelmmiguel/rejectedsample/s-XnpeW
New, adjusted track: https://soundcloud.com/rafaelmmiguel/qualitytest/s-r1A4t
Secondarily, I've been on VB for about a week now and only gotten that one backup contest. Although it was rejected, I seem to understand as a backup contest, it wont reflect on my stats and I should be the same as I was before in terms of searchability for another opportunity? I've set low rates and uploaded samples, what else can I do to get more opportunities?
Thank you,
farqfish
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Hi, Rafael!
I can hear a great improvement in between the samples, I think the second one, quality-wise would definitely be approved.
In terms of getting more jobs, it's just a question of working on everything you can like backup contests and speedies and hopefully you'll start to see more jobs coming your way.
Hope that helps,
-Seb
Hello, Rafael!
I agree, the second sample has better acoustics. The prominent room echo from the first sample has improved considerably.
I suggest you try recording a bit farther away from the mic. There is a boost in the low frequencies that is affecting the clarity of the voice.
You could also play with an EQ to clean the audio, but it's always a good practice to strive for the best quality in the recording stage.
Best,
Juan!
Thanks a lot both of you!
Juan, I especially appreciate your comment about mic distance while recording. I think I was just hoping to accentuate bass for the read, but on the whole would like to not have to compensate like that.
Cheers!
farqfish
Hi, Rafael!
Yes, I know what you mean. Achieving a great recording requires experimentation and experience. With time, you'll trust your ears and you'll feel comfortable trying different set-ups. Look for that sweet spot where your voice sounds best.
And most importantly, have fun! :)
Best,
Juan.