Module 9 – Controlled Whisper

Question 1

It is important to project when whispering.

Answer 1

True. In order to reduce the apparent noise floor on a recording it is necessary to project when whispering. This is especially important in applications like gaming, when the audio will be compressed and normalized thereby causing the noise floor of your studio to be amplified.

Question 2

When whispering, it is important NOT to introduce and vocalization because:

Answer 2

3. It will sound unnatural and forced

Question 3

When performing a whisper you need to deliver your lines ACROSS the surface of the microphone and not face on to it because:

Answer 3

2. This will minimise the chances of plosives