VO-BB - 19 YEARS OLD!

[jrodriguez315]

So I finally broke down and ordered a Studio Projects C1 today. Hoo HAA!

Now I am investigating how to create a vocal booth or quiet space or something, so I can record something decent with my new mic when it comes.

I went searching through the archives here and on the internet and I've seen a number of interesting options.

In the best of all possible worlds, a custom built vocal booth or acoustic studio environment would be best. In my world, that is not yet possible so . . . would it be best to start with a box like this one:


or perhaps build a booth like as shown in this article.

Or maybe a half a booth like this one (I really like this one actually but is it effective?)


Here's one of the simplest designs I've seen

I also found an article on the internet about a Guerilla Sound Booth that had some interesting suggestions as well.

I even found one where someone makes a vocal booth out of a Rubbermade Roughneck Shed!

Also, is it better to use pyramid foam or wedge foam? Is the stuff available on eBay, FoamByMail and other as good as say Auralex foam? Do I need 4" foam or will 2" suffice?

Anyway, as you can probably tell, I am somewhat confused about the whole thing.

Thanks for any help.

Joe
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Joe Rodriguez, Bilingual Voice Actor | The Voiceover Thespian Blog

[Edo]

As long as you get rid of the nasty 'early reflections' you're safe. Using your ears is always the best approach. What it looks like comes afterwards. Make sure you catch all reflections BEHIND your microphone's capsule. Don't make obvious mistakes by creating a damping surface behind you. Also don't underestimate sound bouncing off your ceiling, as this is equally annoying to your aim for better results. Maybe there's some pointers in the review I did for SE's Reflection Filter, but let me state clearly I'm not advertising it in any way. http://www.vo-bb.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=2133

You might want to also checkout the materials and products on http://www.primacoustic.com/products.htm although they lack a bit on the 'design side' of things. It comes in all colours, as long as it's grey

[jrodriguez315]

That's an interesting site. I especially like their "New York Voiceover Booth" packages.
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Joe Rodriguez, Bilingual Voice Actor | The Voiceover Thespian Blog

[jrodriguez315]

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[Edo]

Joe, I explained a bit more about 'early reflections' in the review of the SE Reflection Filter. This might clear up a few things. http://www.vo-bb.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=2133
If you have any questions feel free to ask..

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