i know i already asked a similar question before, but this time, i recorded my voice. When i'm singing, i feel like a great singer, but once i recorded my voice, it doesn't sound so good.... does that mean i'm a bad singer?? thanks!
2006-08-01 12:57:11 · 6 answers · asked by monster2 1 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Performing Arts
i actually used a built in voice recorder on my computer. does that make a difference?
2006-08-02 07:02:10 · update #1
This answer is only valid if we make one assumption, that assumption being, that the recording was done properly with decent equipment.
Proceeding from that assumption, "the tape doesn't lie." The good news is you may have a bogus recording. The bad news is you may have a good recording.
Don't give up, but, don't beat yourself up.
Addendum: A built in voice recorder on a computer is probably a poor choice for recording the singing voice. There are some inherent problems with digital recording on even the finest of equipment. Analog (tape) recording tends to have a more full and warmer sound and not as "sterile" as digital can sometimes sound. In many instances, "tracking" is done via digital means and "matered" analog, or vice versa.
As far as input is concerned, high quality microphones are used because of their ability to accurately reproduce the notes being sung. Even here there are choices to be made, primarily between dynamic or condenser type elements.
So, I'll go out on a limb and say, without certainty, not having heard it, that the recording made on your computer is not good quality, which is the good news. If you want more information you can contact me through this site and I'll be happy to help. I do own and operate a sound reinforcement company as well as a "project" recording studio, though my personal area of expertise is as a "live" sound engineer, running either a "house" system or a "monitor" system. There are other engineering personnel on staff that handle the tracking, and we currently don't have a mastering facility.
Lemme know!
2006-08-01 19:32:35 · answer #1 · answered by Samurai Hoghead 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not necessarily. I've been told that I have a beautiful voice and it sounds great when I'm singing, but I absolutely can't stand hearing my voice on tape. Recordings do distort sound a little, but I think it's the vast difference between what you think your voice sounds like and what the machine picks up that makes the recording sound bad.
2006-08-01 21:56:56 · answer #2 · answered by spunk113 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Since I haven't heard your voice I'm not sure. It can be many things. As an opera singer, I hate my voice. However, everyone who has heard me knows that it is good. However, there could be distortion in the tape. Try putting it in different radios. I've found that even types of tape cassettes can make a big difference. It could also mean your voice isn't as good as you thought. You'd be surprised how many people think they have wonderful voices. (My hubby is one of them). Don't be disheartened though. With training you can always make your voice more bearable. Though it wont necessarily make you go from William Hung to Josh Grobin.
2006-08-06 18:42:30 · answer #3 · answered by Kelly s 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would need to hear your voice to know that. Could be your voice could be the quality of the recording machine. I cannot tell you exactly what it is.
2006-08-01 21:05:16 · answer #4 · answered by divacobian 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes im a great singer
2006-08-06 16:29:42 · answer #5 · answered by kaylee m 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I guess so, I personally haven't heard you sing so i can't judge you. or probalbly nobody from this website can
2006-08-01 21:06:15 · answer #6 · answered by purpleflwr 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋