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  • #15468
    David Goldberg
    Edge Studio Staff

    Hi! Upload your recordings, and get feedback from your peers!

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  • #67015
    Amitofu
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    Hey all,

    I was looking for some feedback for this homework I did. Specifically the ‘Freshii’ ad, I wasn’t purposefully putting my voice in a higher register, it just kinda came out that way every time I would read it. Please let me know if you think it sounds natural or if it sounds too ‘put on’.

    [[At Freshii you can customize your entree and be your own culinary master. So what’s in your custom bowl? Tex Mex with black beans and a little salsa fresca? Teriyaki twist with a pop of pineapple? Whatever your fresh idea, get any 2 bowls for just $12.99! Freshii – Eat. Energize!]]

    [[Can your food market pass a simple taste test? At Balducci’s, we put taste first. This spring, we’re loading up our stores with fresh and chef-crafted foods that are simply bursting with flavor. Like majestic orange wild king salmon, flown in daily. And specialties like champagne ham, slow-smoked over hickory chips and glazed with pineapple juice and brown sugar. Now there’s a store that puts taste first. Balducci’s. The food lover’s market. ]]

    [[Now there’s a solution to the soap-opera of shaving. Introducing Intuition. The only all-in-one razor that lathers and shaves in one easy step. You’ll never need shave gel, soap, or body wash again, because Intuition’s triple blades are surrounded by a unique Skin Conditioning Solid. With just water, it smooths and soothes to give you soft, smooth, touchable skin with every shave. Shaving’s never been so simple.]]

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    • #67052
      JTLeyba
      Participant

      Good job on your practice! After listening to all three, I did feel that the fresshi read was a little much (put on), I suggests reading it with the same excitement but use the voice for the balducci’s as I personally feel that was your best one. The last one felt like you were trying to go too deep with you voice, try reading it again with the balducci’s voice. Other than that great job!

  • #67012
    Bil-Bo
    Participant

    Pedigree
    As one of the world’s leading publishers of books and articles on dog nutrition, the makers of Pedigree can offer a lifetime of reading on the topic. But for your dog we recommend the condensed version. Healthy nuggets – with anti-oxidants and vitamins to help strengthen your dog’s immune system. Crunchy outside, soft inside – Just the way dogs like it. Healthy nuggets, found only in Pedigree.

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    • #67051
      JTLeyba
      Participant

      Amazing read! I would totally buy this product off of your Ad. What is your equipment set up? And did you edit the music yourself? If so what platform did you use?

      • #67053
        Bil-Bo
        Participant

        Hi JT
        I’ve been collecting “production music” for a long time. My DAW is Adobe Audition CS6 (last standalone version before Adobe got greedy and went to monthly subscription). Just got a Shure MV7 mike. Mike goes through “ancient” Mackie mixer. Old dog, no new tricks. No pun intended. Thanks for listening and commenting.
        BillH

    • #67048
      Shmuel
      Participant

      Nailed it as usual.
      Just out of curiosity, what’s your studio set up, and what equipment and DAW are you using?

      • #67054
        Bil-Bo
        Participant

        Hello Shmuel
        My DAW is Adobe Audition CS6 (last standalone version before Adobe got greedy and went to monthly subscription). Started with “Cool Edit Pro” which became Adobe Audition 1.0. Have used an EV RE-20 mike for a long time. Just got a Shure MV7 mike. Mike goes through “ancient” Mackie mixer. Thanks for listening and commenting.
        BillH

    • #67038
      Lilbelle1487
      Participant

      Bil-Bo, this is a heart warming and great read for Pedigree. I wanted to grab my furbaby up and hold her while listening to this. Only note that I’d have is that you sound a little worn and tired. Overall, I’d definitely buy this brand based off this commercial.

      • #67055
        Bil-Bo
        Participant

        Hi Lilbelle
        Thanks for listening & commenting.
        BillH

  • #67010
    Bil-Bo
    Participant

    Pedigree
    As one of the world’s leading publishers of books and articles on dog nutrition, the makers of Pedigree can offer a lifetime of reading on the topic. But for your dog we recommend the condensed version. Healthy nuggets – with anti-oxidants and vitamins to help strengthen your dog’s immune system. Crunchy outside, soft inside – Just the way dogs like it. Healthy nuggets, found only in Pedigree.

    Welch’s
    Our farmers know, the best juice stays true to the fruit.
    New Farmer’s Pick by Welch’s. One hundred per cent juice, with more of the fruit! Like our own concord grapes, ripe mangoes and the plumpest black berries. With nothing artificial for fresh picked taste. New Farmer’s Pick by Welch’s. Family Farmer Owned.

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  • #67003
    JTLeyba
    Participant

    Hello everyone! Just looking for some feedback on some practice Vo’s, much appreciated.
    Culvers: Guess what! Culver’s sweet potato fries are back! Sweet and salty and cooked to a crispy finish! Don’t forget its for a limited time so hurry on down to culver, because it’s always snack o’clock somewhere.

    Caribou Coffee: When everything is getting you down, perk up with a caribou coffee. Our slow, dark roasted, coffee is perfect for that never ending day, or that meeting that totally could have been an email. Life is short, stay awake for it. Caribou Coffee

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    • #67039
      Lilbelle1487
      Participant

      JTLeyba,
      I love your reads. some words seemed forced or have too much energy. They punch you in the face. For example, “are BACK” in the Culvers read and “Perk up” with the Caribou Coffee. Other than that and maybe relaxing the reads a bit, these are great!

      • #67050
        JTLeyba
        Participant

        Thanks! Will do!

  • #66992
    NoreenQuadir
    Participant

    I did some practice commercial VO recordings and would appreciate any feedback. Note these were recorded via my phone for practice. Thanks much!

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    • #67000
      JTLeyba
      Participant

      Great job practicing! Your diction was excellent and I could easily understand every word. My suggestions would be to ad a bit a more pep and excitement to your reading. Pretend like your telling your best friend about the latest new trend or product that you just found and love. Keep up the practice, your doing great!

  • #66987
    taylorn.quinn
    Participant

    Hi all-long time no see (or shall I say hear haha). I am starting my narration demo process and and wondering what you all think of this. I know its not the best editing wise but I am looking for feedback on how I sound. Thank you so much!

    Taylor

    Script: Baxter Industries has implemented a series of strategic actions, to reduce costs, improve shareholder value,
    and extend its leadership position worldwide.The actions address the dramatic changes underway in the U.S. health-care system,
    and accelerate growth of the company’s medical-technology businesses worldwide.
    Baxter has reorganized its U.S. sales force into cross-divisional, regional teams.
    This customer-driven initiative establishes a sales structure that mirrors the emerging health-care networks,
    and a team-selling approach that provides customers with one primary point of contact.

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    • #67001
      JTLeyba
      Participant

      I like it! Your voice is easy going and pleasant to listen too! Overall your diction and word stress was spot on, the only spots I felt you had trouble on were Customer-Driven (Slurred Driven) and your pleasant tone dropped off at world wide. Other than that good job! Good luck with your demo!

  • #66972
    Jorjecat09
    Participant

    Hi Everyone – This is my first time posting and actually hearing my recorded voice. Sending this in for homework. Totally looking forward to your honest feedback. The first is Peet’s Coffee, second is History Channel and the third is Honey Bunches of Oats. Thanks!

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    • #66976
      Andrea
      Participant

      Hi there, you need to upload .mp3 files 🙂
      Looking forward to listening to them!

      • #66979
        Jorjecat09
        Participant

        Oh wow thanks Andrea! I’ll try to figure out how to convert it to an mp3 and then repost. Thanks again

  • #66965
    Andrea
    Participant

    Hi everyone,

    Here’s another homework assignment script. I’m experimenting with different narration scripts to see what works for my voice. I would appreciate any feedback on delivery and connection to the script.

    Thank you!

    WATERLASE HYDROKINETIC PROCEDURE (tutorial)
    Your dentist wants you to watch this video, so that you are completely comfortable with your upcoming Waterlase HydroKinetic procedure. The Waterlase uses technology for a variety of dental procedures, one or more of which you require. We want you to be informed. So in the next 15 minutes, you will learn about the latest care options, and how they will affect you. Using the supplied video glasses, you will ‘virtually’ experience the entire procedure. At anytime, you can pause the presentation and choose an option from the Comfort Care Menu, linked below.

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    • #66968
      Chad4674
      Participant

      I really like your voice however I hear an echo in the background which made it a little hard to understand. specifically when you said this line I needed to play it over: “The Waterlase uses technology for a variety of dental procedures, one or more of which you require”.

      overall pace was good enough from me to follow along. great job.

      • #66977
        Andrea
        Participant

        Thanks Chad. My studio setup is not great — yet, so maybe that’s why there was an echo.

  • #66963
    DAYLIGHTVO
    Participant

    Hey everyone! This forum has really been great in developing my skills in VO along with my coaching. I am uploading two new spots and would like to hear what feedback I get before the next session- maybe I could tweak it before. Thanks in advance.
    -N.Roberts

  • #66959
    JTLeyba
    Participant

    Hello! I’m trying to practice my scripts for a new demo reel, any feedback help as I am a complete newbie. Please and thanks!

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