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A complete guide to improving your voice overs to sound better 

Do you make explainer videos like “how to”, “what to..”, and “tips to”? If the answer is ‘yes’, then you know how very important voice over is. You have to do voice over work as per the number of videos you record. In a video, both audio and visuals matter. Don’t think that the audio part acquires a backseat. If you are in the industry of voice recording or video making, you need to improve your voice. This is so because if the voice is bad, a video watcher will stop seeing it. Having a beautiful voice is the only way to attract the listeners and engage them. With good voice, you can make informational, educational and instructional videos. So, if you dream of having a voice of an actor, then take professional voice over lessons. This is the only way to create wonderful voice over video clips.

The various elements of a perfect audio clip

Some of the elements of perfect video voice audio are audio clarity, audio volume, proper pronunciation, perfect pacing and your vocal tone. To create a perfect audio piece, make sure your voice is crisp, clear and matched with the right volume. If the voice is fuzzy or sounds muddy, others won’t be able to understand you. The listeners will easily get distracted and fail to catch the main message or information. Hence, it is you who miss out the opportunity of imparting knowledge.

Proper pacing is again required

So, you have an exciting story to share. What if you talk too fast or too slow? Others will lose interest in your audio clip and shut it down. Therefore, perfect pacing is essential. Don’t rush through things no matter how exciting the story is. However, do not be too slow for that can make your audiences get bored. It is important to maintain a deliberate and natural pace all throughout the voice over. If you are just a beginner in voice over, prepare a script and practice it in front of the mirror. You can also record your voice and hear out. This will help a lot.

Natural tone is important 

All throughout the voice over, you have to sound pleasant and natural to appear friendly. But, being over-friendly may make you sound fake. Avoid that unnatural robotic voice and speak with emotion. This will connect you better.

Pronounce correctly

The right pronunciation of words and phrases is the part of having a great voice. Emphasize wherever necessary and don’t sound draggy or dull. However, you also need not shout out or over-enunciate. Proper pronunciation is important.

Improve your sound quality

You can improve your sound by taking voice over lessons. If you have bad voice, there is nothing to feel ashamed or embarrassed. Besides taking professional lessons, you also need to work on your voice and keep practicing. If the video requires a polished voice, then more practices will be needed.

When recording an audio clip, choose a quiet place. You also require a decent microphone and audio-recording software. Find the apt recording level to get easily heard. If you think that your voice over may be improved, do the editing work and sound better.