Audio recording is a widely used form of media that was once only available in analog formats via radio or recorded media. With digital media, audio is now available in a wider variety of format types including digital recordings, livestreaming and podcasts.
In this section we will learn about:
- Characteristics of acoustic or natural sound, such as frequency, amplitude, velocity, wave length and phase
- Digital audio and sampling parameters
- Audio formats such as MP3 and M4a;
- Microphones and other gear
- Audio editing
- Podcasting platforms
- Voice training
Audio editing software includes
- GarageBand (Mac) free
- Audacity (PC + Mac) free
- Adobe Audition (PC + Mac) $21 / month ‘
- Digital performer (PC, Mac) $500
How to edit audio …
Voice Training
- Three tips for training your voice — NPR training video a
- Trill buzz floss — further tips from NPR’s Jessica Hansen.
- Tips for stand-up and live reporting — WBA Newsroom
Podcasting tech
- Starting your own podcast — NPR
- Professional sound from a DIY studio – NPR
- Podcast hosting platforms review
- Audacity – the free audio editing software.
- Getting Started with Podcasting
- Hands On with Podcasting: Audacity and GarageBand