Voiceover Essentials with Jim Edgar (Part 1) – Mastering Your Home Studio Setup

In this episode of The Pro Audio Suite, we’re joined by Jim Edgar, a seasoned voiceover expert known for his work with Twisted Wave and his extensive experience in the voiceover community. Jim dives into the essentials of setting up a professional home studio, offering valuable insights into audio gear, microphone techniques, and troubleshooting common sound issues. Whether you're new to voice acting or looking to refine your audio setup, this episode covers everything from the importance of room treatment to key tools like Twisted Wave that can streamline your workflow.


Jim also shares personal anecdotes, such as the challenges of learning how to listen critically and tips on how to avoid common mistakes in the recording process. Plus, stick around for a few humorous tangents about bike frames and microphones!


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In Part 2, Jim Edgar returns to dive deeper into advanced techniques for voice actors, from improving room treatment to finding the right microphone placement. We’ll also cover the common mistakes voice actors make and the steps to fix them.
Key Talking Points:

• The basics of setting up a professional voiceover studio

• How to improve audio quality using simple tools

• The role of Twisted Wave in streamlining your recording process

• Jim’s advice on choosing the right microphone and gear

• Common mistakes voice actors make with room treatment and how to fix them








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