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<blockquote data-quote="Dante2004" data-source="post: 942069" data-attributes="member: 122728"><p>PREFACE: I've been searching google and reading posts on here...don't tell me to "Google it". I already have. I am looking for some more specific answers as I CONTINUE to google this topic and learn more. I don't have a huge budget...big surprise. So solutions must be in the $xxx range.</p><p></p><p>What I have now:</p><p></p><p>Shure Lavalier wireless mic</p><p><a href="http://www.shure.com/ProAudio/Products/WirelessMicrophones/us_pro_pg14-pg185" target="_blank">Shure - Wireless Systems - PG14/PG185 Wireless Lavalier System</a></p><p></p><p>I have this running through a 1/4" cable to a 1/8" converter to plug into the audio in on my iMac.</p><p></p><p>Type of work I am doing:</p><p></p><p>Video testimonials - plug the audio input into my Canon HD camera. Then import the video/audio into Final Cut to make edits, etc.</p><p></p><p>Tutorial videos in Camtasia. For these, I have the 1/8" (1/4" converted to 1/8") feed plugged directly into my iMac.</p><p></p><p>My main concern at this point is the audio setup for the Camtasia work and over voice over work that I am trying to do.</p><p></p><p>Issues:</p><p>-Slight "fuzz" in the audio which I can filter out using the "audio enhancements" in Camtasia.</p><p>-No control over the sound of my voice - what I get, it what I get</p><p></p><p>This is what I am trying to accomplish. I want to make my voice deeper and have more of the "radio DJ" sound. Also, I want to be able to elimanate some background noise if possible because I am NOT working in a sound proof studio, just an office.</p><p></p><p>What I am looking at:</p><p></p><p>First, I know I have a lot to learn, so if you can suggest some books, or online resources, that would be great!</p><p></p><p>Mic -</p><p>From what I have been told - and through my research, it seems that this is a pretty good mic for the price $349 retail</p><p><a href="http://www.guitarcenter.com/Shure-SM7B-Microphone-with-Switchable-Response-101376515-i1126539.gc" target="_blank">Shure SM7B Microphone with Switchable Response and more Dynamic Microphones at GuitarCenter.com.</a></p><p></p><p>Is that a good price on this mic? Does this look like a good selection for what I will be using it for?</p><p></p><p>Mixer - adjust the sound of my voice...should I use software are an external mixer?</p><p></p><p>Now I just need some suggestions of how to get from Point A to B.</p><p></p><p>I have been looking at this:</p><p><a href="http://www.apogeedigital.com/products/duet.php" target="_blank">Apogee Electronics > Products > Duet</a></p><p></p><p>Anyone ever use this with Camtasia? It says it works "with any Core Audio-compatible application." What does that mean? (Reference: "I have a lot to learn").</p><p></p><p>For what I am doing, will I see a noticable difference between using an interface like the Dual, compared to just using the 1/8" input on my computer?</p><p></p><p>Thanks for any suggestions you guys can provide!</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Dante2004, post: 942069, member: 122728"] PREFACE: I've been searching google and reading posts on here...don't tell me to "Google it". I already have. I am looking for some more specific answers as I CONTINUE to google this topic and learn more. I don't have a huge budget...big surprise. So solutions must be in the $xxx range. What I have now: Shure Lavalier wireless mic [url=http://www.shure.com/ProAudio/Products/WirelessMicrophones/us_pro_pg14-pg185]Shure - Wireless Systems - PG14/PG185 Wireless Lavalier System[/url] I have this running through a 1/4" cable to a 1/8" converter to plug into the audio in on my iMac. Type of work I am doing: Video testimonials - plug the audio input into my Canon HD camera. Then import the video/audio into Final Cut to make edits, etc. Tutorial videos in Camtasia. For these, I have the 1/8" (1/4" converted to 1/8") feed plugged directly into my iMac. My main concern at this point is the audio setup for the Camtasia work and over voice over work that I am trying to do. Issues: -Slight "fuzz" in the audio which I can filter out using the "audio enhancements" in Camtasia. -No control over the sound of my voice - what I get, it what I get This is what I am trying to accomplish. I want to make my voice deeper and have more of the "radio DJ" sound. Also, I want to be able to elimanate some background noise if possible because I am NOT working in a sound proof studio, just an office. What I am looking at: First, I know I have a lot to learn, so if you can suggest some books, or online resources, that would be great! Mic - From what I have been told - and through my research, it seems that this is a pretty good mic for the price $349 retail [url=http://www.guitarcenter.com/Shure-SM7B-Microphone-with-Switchable-Response-101376515-i1126539.gc]Shure SM7B Microphone with Switchable Response and more Dynamic Microphones at GuitarCenter.com.[/url] Is that a good price on this mic? Does this look like a good selection for what I will be using it for? Mixer - adjust the sound of my voice...should I use software are an external mixer? Now I just need some suggestions of how to get from Point A to B. I have been looking at this: [url=http://www.apogeedigital.com/products/duet.php]Apogee Electronics > Products > Duet[/url] Anyone ever use this with Camtasia? It says it works "with any Core Audio-compatible application." What does that mean? (Reference: "I have a lot to learn"). For what I am doing, will I see a noticable difference between using an interface like the Dual, compared to just using the 1/8" input on my computer? Thanks for any suggestions you guys can provide! [/QUOTE]
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