TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS

Hardware Specs

Professional-grade USB or XLR microphone
Quiet recording space with minimal echo
Basic acoustic treatment recommended
Must have pop filter

Technical Specifications

File Format: Mono, WAV (48kHz, 24-bit), RAW (unprocessed file)
Audio Levels: -6dB to -3dB peak
Background Noise: Below -60dB
Turn on your recording for 5 seconds before the first sentence (this is to get the noise profile of your recording)
Limit Clicks, Pops, or Mouth Noises
Limit Plosives or Sibilance: Use a pop filter to prevent harsh “P” and “S” sounds
No Distortion or Clipping (especially for screaming, yelling or crying scenes)
Consistent Audio Levels

Common Audio Errors and Solutions

Problem	How to Fix
Hiss, Hum, Buzz (Mic Background Noise)	Lower mic sensitivity, reduce background noise, and stay away from loud devices like fans or fridges
Outside Noise (Manual Background Noise)	Wait for the noise to stop before continuing your recording
Plosive Sounds (Mic "Pops")	Use a pop filter and maintain proper mic distance. If pops persist, adjust the distance between the microphone and pop filter
Popping or Clicking	Ensure microphone connections are secure and software settings are stable
Reverb (Room Echo)	Record in spaces with acoustic treatments. Maintain 6-12 inches distance from the microphone.
Distortion/Clipping	Lower input gain, avoid shouting, and adjust levels within an acceptable range.
Boominess (Proximity Effect)	Adjust mic placement, especially with directional microphones.
Sibilance	Adjust mic placement (tilting the microphone slightly away from your mouth)
Volume (Weak Signal)	Increase microphone gain and adjust your mic's position.

Further instructions can be found here

Recording Recommendation

When performing screaming or intense reaction scenes, it's best to:
- Lower your gain (without stepping away from the mic)
- Avoid screaming directly into it at a 90-degree angle (aim slightly above or below the mic's pickup area for better sound quality)
- Remember to reset the gain to normal right after the shouting line for the next takes.

→ This helps prevent audio clipping and improves the overall performance quality. (don’t forget to gain it up when you finish the screaming / reaction scenes)

Please avoid adding any processing plugins to your recording channel—we need the raw, unprocessed audio files.