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@RockinTLH2 жыл бұрын
Good advice on how to physically set up your mic's. I am surprised that you didn't mention the noise removal effect in Camtasia. It helps put that final touch on the audio recording. Still a good video though!
@techsmith2 жыл бұрын
That's a great point! This time it was 'what can anyone do right now,' but next time we can definitely cover some ways of improving your audio inside of Camtasia. Thanks for mentioning!
@garys90862 жыл бұрын
I've often seen it suggested that, for many people, a handspan 🖐 is a good, quick guide for the right mouth-to-mic distance: the 6-8" that you mention… Leaving aside the software (that's a different part of the production chain), good setup or bad setup for any mic can definitely make a noticeable difference, so don't sabotage your own efforts! According to sE Electronics' web site, the sE2200's body is 8" long (excluding the XLR connector coming out the bottom). Maybe it's an optical illusion, but the 8" distance you're claiming for your sE2200 looks more like about double that away from your face when you show the optimum arrangement, even though it does sound the best of the three positions for that mic. Since you asked about the kit that we're using, I've got a Røde NTG4 peeking over the back of my display - just out of camera. I'm probably going to order the new Focusrite Vocaster mic interface when it ships. What box of tricks do you normally use with your sE220?
@techsmith2 жыл бұрын
The hand trick is a good one! Internally we've started referring to that as the "shaka" distance 🤙. Good eye, there is a bit of optical illusion going on here. It's probably not a perfect 8 inches, but it was closer than it looks here. The sE2200 has served us well as a voiceover option in our recording booth. I don't recommend speaking directly into it, but just over it. As with most mics, you don't want to aim your mouth right at them, but just past them for the best sound catch.
@chrisellis25922 жыл бұрын
I use the snowball Ice USB with a pop screen and a boom stand and get great audio, however it would be great if Camtasia would add some basic audio EQ and effects!
@techsmith2 жыл бұрын
Have you played with Camtasia's sister software, Audiate? We're currently building out lots of audio tools over there and there's even more to come. www.audiate.com
@digitalmarketingurdu44882 жыл бұрын
I am using earbuds. Now I'll apply 8-inch distance technique. Thank yo for sharing dear
@ProceduralWorldLab Жыл бұрын
Please can you give the unit in the metric system, most of us don't know about the metric you're using
@amccarl2 жыл бұрын
I'd be interested in tips for headphone mics.
@haider4801 Жыл бұрын
Sir should we chose option "Endoce audio" while rendering a video or not ? should it be checkd every time? cuz after rendering a video , camtasia usually gives audio skip prb. in many portions of the video the audio is just cut .. some words skipped . why is it so. please respond
@Amafortas2 ай бұрын
Hi, does Camtasia automatically boost the gain on a mic? I run a RodeCaster Duo as my interface with an SM7B mic. The Rodecaster duo shows my audio levels and they are in the green. But, if I turn the volume slider all the way up in Camtasia's recording panel, my audio in Camtasia clips. But it doesn't clip according to the meter in the Rodecaster. It also doesn't clip in other software like Zoom, Clipchamp, and Filmora. I'd appreciate any help you can provide.
@leerood9079 Жыл бұрын
Thanks, so much for your videos! You have made them very simple to understand and that's so helpful!
@techsmith Жыл бұрын
That means a lot, thanks so much Lee! 👏
@OzduSoleilDATA2 жыл бұрын
I move around too much. Even though I sit in a chair, I shift side to side, varying my distance to the mic. So, desktop mics don't work for me, and my Blue Yeti has been in a box in a closet for 4 years. I tried a boom. It didn't look good on camera, and I really didn't have the space on my desk for it. Today, I use a lapel mic and a Focusrite USB interface.
@techsmith2 жыл бұрын
That's a great solution, Oz!
@GuriSingh2 жыл бұрын
Marker is Not Working on Screen Recording. under Tools>Preperfences>Shorcut section. I try to add a marker *Ctrl+M* on the recording screen but not working. How to Fix it..... Please make a video on Screen Recording and guide all tools option
@techsmith2 жыл бұрын
Some shortcuts cannot be used because they're what's referred to as Global shortcuts, meaning your computer may already have another application set to remember Ctrl + M no matter what program is open. You can try to use "M" or "Shift + M" or "Alt + M" as alternatives.
@GuriSingh2 жыл бұрын
@@techsmith ok i try it
@jakemiller30642 жыл бұрын
I’ve always heard that with podcast style mics (atr-2100, etc) it’s best to have it close but to not speak directly into the mic - in other words, have it right below mouth level and just a few inches away so it’s close but doesn’t get plosives. Should I be changing my Strategy?
@ianwright56252 жыл бұрын
You received good advice. Speaking 'across' the mic, with the mic at the side or above or below your mouth is a good way to prevent plosives if you don't have a pop filter.
@techsmith2 жыл бұрын
As Ian pointed out already, yes! That's great advice! The inches can depend on your mics pickup/gain settings but speaking over them is solid advice!
@smartconnectapps99072 жыл бұрын
I have used the Blue Yeti mic for many years, but I recently upgraded to the Yeti X and it is an excellent mic. The included Blue VO!CE audio software that comes with it provides a great set of tools to improve the overall sound quality of your recordings. If you haven't taken a look at this and you want great recordings, I urge you to see what it is all about.
@techsmith2 жыл бұрын
Hadn't used that on this end, but definitely good to know about! Thanks!
@map-reduce2 жыл бұрын
Lots of great practical tips here, thanks! If you ever update this, you might add shock mount to your list (which you have on your SE-2200, though I don't need to tell you that, just noting for people reading :D) The shock mount really helped me with vibration noises that were amplified by my desk and carried up the boom. And, it's cheap! I found a kit with a boom arm, pop filter, and shock mount on Amazon for less than $25 US. Well worth it!
@techsmith2 жыл бұрын
Great point with the shock mount! Thanks Chris!
@FoolishJordan Жыл бұрын
Thank You For The Tips!
@RonaldRohdeLaw2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing. Im using a Rode NT
@ianwright56252 жыл бұрын
Good video - thanks! Solid information well presented. Like your style. 😀
@techsmith2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Ian! 👏
@kaffepausen2 жыл бұрын
I use a BOYA BY-M3 microphone when recording my videos on Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra - it works pretty well, I think😊
@HeatherMajors2 жыл бұрын
Using a Rhode pro caster because it was the one I could afford that came in a package deal last holiday season. Mic and PSA1 arm in one package. It sounds pretty good and sounds better than the Yetti I was using.
@techsmith2 жыл бұрын
I've also used Rode mics a lot in my career, they may a a great, and surprisingly affordable product! (-Andy)
@HFCamp2 жыл бұрын
Okay, thanks for that. However, I have a question. What do I do when my sound is just slightly out of sync with my mouth like yours was in this video? I bet it isn't off by more than one or two hundredths of a second. My problem is can never quite figure out which way it is off!
@techsmith2 жыл бұрын
This takes some manual adjustment. Right-click the clip in the timeline and select "Separate audio and video" then try to find a visual cue (which is why we always recommend clapping when you first start recording to have a visual/audible cue) to sync together.
@buddyscalera10522 жыл бұрын
Always great advice from this guy!
@techsmith2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Buddy! 👏
@ExcelHechoFacil2 жыл бұрын
Gracias, excelentes recomendaciones para un audio increible.
@nonexman2 жыл бұрын
When I'm doing something important, I wear my Logitech headphones with a mic built-in. So, I would guess that that would be similar to earbuds. I do have one question for you: why would you do a great video on how to improve your sound quality with a music background? Admittedly, it did not prevent understanding you, but it caused me to turn off and on your video verifying it was you, not a neighbor. (:>)). Thanks for the video.
@CarolynBall2 жыл бұрын
I just got a Blue Yeti Classic and use it with Camtasia to create powerpoint videos. I've tried putting my mic closer and father away and your suggestion of 8 inches away. I then use camtasia noise removal. It wouldn't be useable without noise removal. It still sounds like I'm in a tunnel or on an airplane. I'm wondering if its because I have a Windows 11 machine. Yeti directions end at Windows 10
@techsmith2 жыл бұрын
Great points Carolyn. For the Yeti, have you changed the pattern dial on the back? Make sure it's set to Cardioid Pattern (the upside down heart shape) and then face their logo that says "Blue" and has the mute button under it. That should produce the best sound. Sometimes people simply have it facing the wrong way, or are using the wrong pattern on their mic and it produces wildly different results for them. We didn't cover all of the microphones dials since this video was less about each more and more about the sound you get from them. Hopefully this is helpful!
@JebHoge2 жыл бұрын
I know it's a super elementary suggestion but make sure that you have the Yeti *selected* as your microphone. I've seen people make the mistake of not actually using the microphone that they just hooked up.
@techsmith2 жыл бұрын
@@JebHoge Not elementary at all! Even we pros make this mistake from time to time. Solid point! Make sure you've selected the mic you WANT to record! Thanks Jeb!
@chrisellis25922 жыл бұрын
You should post your name: Better Sound with your mic, tips from Jeff Gore.. that kind of idea. You're a really great presenter
@loveyou3000productions2 жыл бұрын
Great simple explainer, with good tips for better voice audio. Just recently got the Tonor TC30, I didn't have the biggest budget, £35 on Amazon. It has proven a worth while purchase, has really enhanced audio on my training and tutorial videos, of course using Camtasia. But these tips will definitely be a help
@techsmith2 жыл бұрын
The Tonor model showed up during our research phase of mics to discuss, but since we didn't have one already we didn't include it. Really glad to hear it's providing great results for you! 👏
@mrikeict2 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@kathylindemann79072 жыл бұрын
I use a work issued Logitech headset with built in mic. I can't adjust the distance of the mic, so I guess it's the best it's gonna get.
@techsmith2 жыл бұрын
How is the overall sound quality in your opinion?
@kathylindemann79072 жыл бұрын
@@techsmith In my opinion, it never sounds as good as a more professional mic setup.
@JebHoge2 жыл бұрын
The video does kind of underplay that desktop microphones really do outperform other types, no matter what the technique. If you are doing a lot of voicework for videos, it may be worth petitioning your workplace for an upgrade.
@manushak_and_tanya2 жыл бұрын
Using an Elgato mic, but having a difficult time finding the sweet spot.
@techsmith2 жыл бұрын
Not sure which model you have, but in general Elgato makes good mid-range products. Is there software you can use to try and adjust gain (or is there a knob on the mic for it) that might solve some of this? Remember to keep it beneath your mouth, not directly in front of (chin level), and that way your sound travels over it, not directly into it.
@manushak_and_tanya2 жыл бұрын
@@techsmith thank you! Will take a look and try this method.
@SteveVickAK Жыл бұрын
And then when you are done recording don’t forget that your audio and video will likely be out of synch. The mic won’t fix that. It’s just a well known camtasia bug. Wish they’d fix this. Camtasia doesn’t even have a synch audio feature. I have free software that does this. Camtasia still has a way to go. 😢