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Capturing real-world sounds and bringing them into our projects. Alright, first off, let's talk about studying real-world sounds. Imagine you're a detective, but instead of solving crimes, you're uncovering the secrets of sound. Take a walk in the park and listen to the rustle of leaves, the chirping of birds, or the distant hum of traffic. These everyday sounds are your treasure trove of inspiration! Say you're working on a video game set in a forest – by studying these real-world sounds, you can replicate them in your game to create an immersive experience that transports players to the great outdoors. Now, let's chat about realism versus creative interpretation. It's like walking a tightrope between capturing reality and adding your own artistic flair. You want your sounds to feel authentic, but you also have room to let your imagination run wild. Say you're designing sound effects for a sci-fi movie – while you want the spaceship engines to sound futuristic and otherworldly, you can still draw inspiration from real-world jet engines or machinery to ground your designs in reality while adding that extra oomph of creativity. Next up, let's dive into capturing natural reverb. Every environment has its own unique sonic fingerprint, thanks to factors like room size, shape, and materials. Imagine recording vocals in a cathedral versus a small studio apartment – the difference in reverb is like night and day! By capturing the natural reverb of different environments, you can add depth and authenticity to your recordings. For example, recording dialogue in a bathroom might give it a crisp, reflective quality, while recording in a forest might add a subtle, natural echo. Last but not least, let's talk about Foley – the unsung hero of audio production. Foley is like the secret ingredient that adds flavor to your sound design. It's all about capturing those subtle imperfections that make the world feel real. Think footsteps on gravel, the rustle of clothing, or the clinking of glasses. These tiny details may seem insignificant, but they add layers of authenticity to your audio. Imagine you're working on a movie scene set in a bustling café – adding Foley sounds like the clatter of plates or the murmur of conversations can make the scene come alive, transporting viewers to that cozy café atmosphere. #sound #foley #sfx #sounddesign #gameaudio #audioindustry

Aesthetics matter. Sound matters more. We’ve put a new curved screen in here. It’s great. But it took Ewan McKechnie going on a geeky journey to get it right... read on if you’re geeky too. 🤓 - “It turns out curved screens can have a BIG impact on sound. Makes sense really as they’re focussing any sound reflections like a satellite dish towards the listening position. I LOVED the first screen I tried - a BENQ EX3410R, it looked sexy as heck. But the sound impact was too much. Having a big fully flat panel in-front of the listening position isn’t exactly ideal either though... and curved screens give more screen space and less eye strain. So what’s the answer? For this room it seemed to lie in the ‘R’ or Radius value or the screen, which determines how strong the curvature is. A less intense curvature means you’re further away from the focus point of the reflections = better sound! So I switched to the Dell S3422DWG! More subtle curve (1800R) and visually it’s strong too. Would highly recommend, and I know I’m in good company as it turns out @benfowlermusic uses one too 🤝 P.S And incase you’re wondering what the heck I’m doing in this video - I was repeatedly testing the difference between flat and curved 🙃 using both measurement software and good old ears.” #musicproduction #audioengineer #audio #geek #audiophile #productionmusic #roomtuning #roomcalibration

🚀 Sound Design Test Breakdown 🎧 Here is my process for designing #sounds for this recent sound design test. Here's how I approached the brief, which included five #soundassets with specific export requirements: 1- Transformation Assets: ⚡ To create the thunder sound, I recorded metal hits using a wooden stick on a cabinet. Using the #Geofón, I captured detailed low-frequency textures to give the sound a deep, rumbling presence. I also designed the electricity effect by recording various plastic papers and shaped impactful kicks with the "Kick2" to deliver powerful, sharp impacts. 2- Power-Up State: 🌌 For the power-up sound, I recorded some electro-magnetic sources with the Elektrouši by LOMAudio, I then processed it with SpinTracer by TONSTURM Hahn & Klotzsch GbR to give the sound a dynamic, moving effect. 3- Hurt Assets: 🥊 I used the electricity sounds I created earlier and layered them with simple electrical impacts. I then vocalized the character’s reactions to add intensity and realism. 4-Death Assets: ☠️ For the death asset, I recorded mouth noises paired with chimes to convey the sense of disappearance and finality. 5- Explosion Assets: 💥 For the explosion, I created a patch on the Moog Sub 37 to simulate the sucking air before the explosion, then added multiple layers from Tonsturm’s Woosh to build up to the impact. This resulted in a dangerous, powerful explosion sound. After designing and recording the assets, I implemented them into Wwise, ensuring each sound was placed in the correct container with the right parameters set. Using WAAPI, I trigger the events, synchronized with the visuals, to showcase the sound design and its seamless integration. 🎶 Sound design is about problem-solving—identifying the right sources and recording them with precision, then transforming those elements into something entirely new that perfectly aligns with the client's vision and needs. I’m actively seeking a full-time role and would love to connect. Feel free to reach out! My Portfolio: https://lnkd.in/ehkFERDV Youtube Link: https://lnkd.in/eFSkpx3q #SoundDesign #Audio #GameAudio #Wwise #SoundImplementation

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The Importance of Acoustic Treatment in Recording Environments Whether you're an artist, producer, or sound engineer, the quality of the space where you record can make or break a project. Acoustic treatment is one of the most underrated yet crucial aspects of any recording environment. Here's why: 1. Improved Sound Clarity: Proper treatment minimizes reflections, echoes, and standing waves, allowing the sound you hear to be accurate. This ensures better recording, mixing, and mastering decisions. 2. Professional Sound: Even the best equipment can fall short in an untreated room. Acoustic treatment gives your recordings a polished, studio-quality sound by controlling unwanted frequencies. 3. Consistency: Treated rooms provide consistent sound across different listening environments, meaning your mixes will translate better, whether they're played on headphones, in cars, or through high-end speakers. 4. Comfortable Workflow: An acoustically treated space allows for longer, more productive sessions without ear fatigue. It helps you focus on creativity instead of fighting the room's natural acoustics. Investing in proper acoustic treatment isn’t just for pro studios—it's essential for anyone serious about sound. #AcousticTreatment #SoundDesign #RecordingStudio #MusicProduction #AudioEngineering #StudioTips #ThunderscoreProductions

I just came across this video in my photo library. It was from a few years ago, a stunning performance by the one and only Phila Dlozi. #PhilaDlozi We lived together in a communal house at the time. Back then, my bedroom could be turned into a studio at any time of day. At times, I miss these moments. When I say these moments, I mean the times when everything was minimal and standard (and sometimes even below standard), yet to us, it was everything. My bedroom in this video has a concrete floor and tile ceiling. Any sound engineer will tell you about the horrible sound feedback and vibrations you get from recording in such a room, but we didn’t care. From where we stood, everything seemed massive. The art was before everything else. To us, we were just by the door of success, almost with one foot in. From the first R100 microphone and a R500 Pentium 2 computer we bought with Hudivha Mudau when we were in secondary school, to the R700 condenser microphone and R3,000 speakers when we were in varsity, to the R15,000 microphone and speakers that cost over R20,000 each after that. Today we have R50,000 computers in our workstation. All that money and glamour can come, but it can never buy the freedom and raw authenticity of our craft, even if you were to put a price on it. I am very happy to see how far my team and I have come, from a simple music production setup to a fully-equipped audio production studio with some of the best soundproofing (no more tile ceilings). Offering services on sound engineering, sound production and sound design. Catering for music, films, adverts, podcasts, voiceovers, and many others… But one thing for sure is, this all comes at a cost, a cost to art. And that’s why, if you have ever been with me in the studio, you’ll fully understand why I will never, ever, do anything that will take away the art from what we do. The business may come, the money may come, the planning and technicalities may be part of the process now, but raw and authentic art is priceless. Can’t compromise on that. I would still give away everything we have today if it means I get to keep that. Happy to have met people like #PhilaDlozi on my journey. This is raw, authentic talent.

6 Tips For Creating Your First Sound Design Showreel:

6 Tips For Creating Your First Sound Design Showreel:

6 Tips For Creating Your First Sound Design Showreel:

6 Tips For Creating Your First Sound Design Showreel: