Really great delivery here for Saki! You did an awesome job capturing those softer character moments, and I loved hearing the extra lines - that shows real passion and determination! You've definitely got the acting chops for this! A couple of notes as you continue your voice acting journey: Audio Setup: The audio sounds a bit muffled and echoey right now. Try recording in a cozy space, like a closet surrounded by clothes, or hang heavy blankets on the walls - it works like magic to clean up the sound! Sometimes it's hard to tell whether it's a microphone or room issue, but unfortunately, I can't tell from where I sit. Editing: When you record, feel free to trim out any little word stumbles or long pauses between lines before submitting so your performance shines as brightly as possible. Keep practicing and keep that passion high. Thank you so much for auditioning, and I hope to hear from you again on future projects!
Thank you so much for the feedback. Unfortunately it is probably a room problem since I have no closet or wall space for a blanket but I definitely will try to fix this issue going forward. Fruits basket was actually one of the first animes I watched so it does have a small place in my heart. I had worried the extra lines from the anime itself was too much but I am thrilled you loved it.
Absolutely no worries! That's awesome to hear; Fruits Basket is one of my favorites too! As you continue in your voice acting journey, you'll start to invest in newer equipment; make sure not to be too hasty and do your research! Great equipment matters nowadays since voice acting roles have changed so much because of the digital space, but trust me when I say it is not an acting issue. Again, the key factor to keep in mind is recording space over processing. That means you want a room that doesn’t have a ton of incoming sound and reduces some of that boxiness. Amazing microphones and other equipment won’t do much with a room with a ton of noise! Again, keep working with that passion, and I hope to hear you keep improving!
I have taken your feedback and I am trying something that might work. I used to watch fruits basket with my brother and mom so it was a family show for my home.
That's great to hear! Fruits Basket is an amazing show, and I'm glad your family enjoyed it too!
I have made a small working area hoping it will do good but I am not sure since I can't tell the difference since I am fairly new at the voice acting
Building a dedicated recording space is daunting, but it's also an important step! I recommend trying the clap test. Stand somewhere around where your microphone is positioned and clap once. Also, a huge tip: Hold your thumb and pinky like you're a surfer saying "cowabunga!" and use that to measure the distance between your mouth and your microphone. It'll give you a good speaking distance and an idea of where you need to stand. This is where you'll train your ear and build some good experience! If you hear a ringing echo, or a hollowness to the slap, almost like it's reverberating back into the microphone, there's something in the room that's still reflecting that audio back, which isn't what you want! But if it falls off, or sounds silent after you clap, then the dampening is doing its job! Sometimes, if the room isn't working or you don't have enough blankets or tiles to surround it, a heavy blanket over you and the microphone can help a ton! Unfortunately, this process can take a while, but it'll help you train your ear and build some great experience! If you upgrade and your space gets better, your equipment can start to hold back that space, and vice versa. YouTube has amazing tutorials on setting up a recording space and also using processing tools like EQ, compression, a noise gate, or a limiter. I highly recommend these tools; processing is awesome, but focus on your recording space and equipment first. Audacity is free audio software that many people use. Unfortunately, I do not use Audacity, so I don't know much about it. I use Presonus Studio One 7, but you have to buy it, which costs more. Best of luck!
thank you so much i do know what causing the echo but sadly i cant change it. i have a metal roof and currently not in good money situation to get anything to help ive made me a small corner but i have to wash a few items before it can have a roof.
Absolutely no worries! That metal roof explains it! Metal surfaces bounce and echo audio a ton; they mean business! But that resourcefulness and DIY mindset are awesome! Don't worry about buying foam or other equipment if money is tight. Thick towels, blankets, and clothes can reduce quite a bit of that noise! You're doing great with what you have. Keep experimenting, keep bringing that passion and determination, and I can't wait to hear you at future auditions!
Thank you I do have leftover foam from a costume I made so maybe I can use that
Question if I have a better setup do I audition again or is this good
Unfortunately, I am not accepting retakes because there have been quite a few submissions so far. I hope you understand! I plan to have future projects you can audition for!
It is ok I do understand I will be looking forward for your future projects
