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I record video and audio on my Samsung phone. I can't adjust the input volume. Is it ok to boost it using my audio director software? Will that still produce a good result?

 

I don't understand how to check audio volume before producing the video. Udemy said my test video was acceptable but could be louder.

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I'm not familiar with Audio Director, but sure, boosting the level of what you've recorded after the fact is usually OK, if your original recording is clean. I think pretty much any video editing software can do this.

Of course it's better to record at good levels to begin with. You might consider investing in a lavalier mic that connects to your phone (such as the Rode SmartLav+) in order to get a cleaner, louder recording of your voice when recording from a smartphone. 

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Hi Lizzy.

 

Yes it's fine to turn up your audio after recording. However you will also turn up any

noise that is present as well.

I had a quick look at the manual for Audio Director and I see it's got a Noise Reduction

function. Probably worth while learning how to use that.

 

Best of luck

Liam

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I'm not familiar with Audio Director, but sure, boosting the level of what you've recorded after the fact is usually OK, if your original recording is clean. I think pretty much any video editing software can do this.

Of course it's better to record at good levels to begin with. You might consider investing in a lavalier mic that connects to your phone (such as the Rode SmartLav+) in order to get a cleaner, louder recording of your voice when recording from a smartphone. 

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Thanks, Frank @FrankKane. I am using a lavalier mic and I was quite happy with the clarity. Udemy thought I have echo and need a bit more volume. Compared to other courses, I thought my audio was ok as I've heard major echo on some. But I'm  not aiming for mediocracy, I know many have great audio

 

But I have chosen a room where I can produce the best talking head video. The acoustics are not the best because it has hard floor.

I also need to watch for clothing rustle and improve my placement of my mic.

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Hi Lizzy.

 

Yes it's fine to turn up your audio after recording. However you will also turn up any

noise that is present as well.

I had a quick look at the manual for Audio Director and I see it's got a Noise Reduction

function. Probably worth while learning how to use that.

 

Best of luck

Liam

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Thanks @LiamDavin1 for your advice. I will take a look at that and see if I can get the balance right with noise reduction and volume.

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Figure out how to create the best audio and visual set-up for your price point and skill level. This is a great place to chat about different mics, green screens, video editing software, and more.