Voice Over Body Shop

VOBS TECH-TALK #45

November 22, 2020

THANKFULLY, Dan & George Make Complex VO Tech, Simple!

On this weeks fun and informative VOBS TECH-TALK #45, we cover the absolute latest tech topics for the VO world!

Like: Big Sur is here! What works?
Apple Silicon: The M1 chip and the new Macbook Air. What it means for voice actors.
A “plug-in” high-pass filter from Shure .

A cheap PC upgrade: GET IT CLEANED!!

Discussion: Do you need to “Debreath”

Plus your questions on:

Acoustics, headphones, multi-tracking with Twisted Wave and the importance of an ethernet port.

All you have to do is watch or listen at your leisure all week on our facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/voiceoverbodyshop/ our homepage @ VOBS.tv, or our podcast edition at Podbean https://ewabs.podbean.com/

We give thanks for your support and our wonderful sponsors!

Voiceoveressentials.com,

VOHeroes.com

Sourceelements.com,

VoiceOverXtra.com,

VOICEACTORWEBSITES.com

and JMC Demos jmcvoiceover.com/demo-production

VOBS-Voice Over Body Shop Ep.194 With Joe Davis and Karin Barth of Voiceactorwebsites.com

November 16, 2020

Let’s Look At YOUR Voice Actor Website!

OK, This episode is a bit visual, but, you'll get the gist. No one knows the world of VO websites better than Joe Davis and Karin Barth of voieactorwebsites.com!

Joe and Karin explain what is needed for your VO website to succeed. Then,they y critique your websites for design & SEO, They give it a good going over and make suggestions to help you stand out in the world of VO cyberspace. Its always a lively and informative when Joe and Karin join us. So, why don’t you?

It’ll be on all week on Facebook @https://www.facebook.com/voiceoverbodyshop/

our homepage, VOBS.TV, on and our podcast for those of you who love to listen on the go!

VOBS can’t be here without YOU and our other great supporters:

Voiceoveressentials.com,

VOHeroes.com

Sourceelements.com, VoiceOverXtra.com,

VOICEACTORWEBSITES.com

and JMC Demos jmcvoiceover.com/demo-production

VOBS TECH-TALK #44

November 8, 2020

The Sound Of Sibilance And Much More!

Another week has gone by. Big changes nationally and VO technology marches on!

Dan and George really have a great session of talking shop and get on important topics for you, like:

Zoom and Apollo issues. (We warned you!)

The new Shure MV7, a USB Podcaster’s SM7b (but for VO?)

Some updates on SOURCE CONNECT.

And, A pointed discussion on Sssssibilance. Is it the mic. Or is it technique?

Plus your questions on

What software to use on a Mac

What Mac to get.

ACX ''standards” (ugh)

and what about the The Micport 2 with limiter ?

All you have to do is watch or listen at your leisure all week on our facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/voiceoverbodyshop/ our homepage @ VOBS.tv, or our podcast edition at Podbean https://ewabs.podbean.com/

Our strength is because of your support and our wonderful sponsors!

Voiceoveressentials.com,

VOHeroes.com Sourceelements.com,

VoiceOverXtra.com,

VOICEACTORWEBSITES.com and JMC

Demos jmcvoiceover.com/demo-production

VOBS-Voice Over Body Shop Ep.193 with Beau Weaver

November 2, 2020

Recording On The Road With Beau Weaver!

BEAU WEAVER is one of the West Coast's perennial "A list" voice over artists, heard on network television promos, syndicated television shows, trailers for feature films, cable network documentaries, national radio and television commercials, and is the signature voice for many major market television affiliates.

He's had lead roles in animated series, like Superman and The Fantastic Four, and is frequently heard as the live announcer on Hollywood award shows, such as The Primetime Emmys.

Beau Has to hit the road in an RV a lot and he shares his secrets on how to do it and SHOULD you do it!

All you have to do is watch or listen, at your leisure all week on our facebook page,

https://www.facebook.com/voiceoverbodyshop/

our homepage @ VOBS.tv, or our podcast edition at Podbean https://ewabs.podbean.com/

We can’t do it without YOU and our other great supporters:

Voiceoveressentials.com, VOHeroes.com Sourceelements.com, VoiceOverXtra.com,

VOICEACTORWEBSITES.com and JMC

Demos jmcvoiceover.com/demo-production

VOBS TECH-TALK #43

October 25, 2020

Dan Lenard and George Whittam Pride Themselves At Making The Complex, Simple,

and on this weeks Voice Over Body Shop TECH-TALK #43 “The Guys” let loose on a pile of great, relevant information to make your home voice over studio sound What Its Supposed To Sound Like (WISTSL), Like:

The “new hotness” of audio interfaces: SSL2

Why to still avoid Apollo on Windows

A use case for smart LED bulbs.

The “ultimate” Internet router? RT2600ac?

Can Zoom “Music Mode” be a great way to go remote?

An important discussion about RX8 and other “Fixing” programs.

Plus Your questions on:

Thunderbolt inputs, Upgrading from a USB mic, proper mic position and can a Good ol Apogee ONE work with Catalina?

It’s on all week on Facebook @

https://www.facebook.com/voiceoverbodyshop/our homepage, VOBS.TV, on and our podcast for those of you who love to listen on the go!

VOBS can’t be here without YOU and our other great supporters:

Voiceoveressentials.com, VOHeroes.com Sourceelements.com, VoiceOverXtra.com,

VOICEACTORWEBSITES.com and JMC

Demos jmcvoiceover.com/demo-production

VOBS-Voice Over Body Shop Ep.193 With VO Marketing expert Peter O’Connell.

October 19, 2020

When We Think Marketing Our Voice Over Business, VOBS Always Asks, “What Does Peter O’Connell Have To Say?

OK, lets’ ask him! This week Peter joins us for an important discussion about this vital portion of our VO enterprises. Peter is a voice talent and professional marketing consultant.

Peter has also written an e-book entitled The Voice Over Entrance Exam. The book examines the business and performance realities of becoming a voice over talent and maintaining a career among a spirited field of established professionals.

We really get into the "meat" of Vo Marketing!

It'll be on all week, on Facebook @

https://www.facebook.com/voiceoverbodyshop Our homepage VOBS.tv, and our podcast RIGHT HERE for those of you who love to listen on the go!

VOBS can’t be here without YOU and our other great supporters:

Voiceoveressentials.com, VOHeroes.com Sourceelements.com, VoiceOverXtra.com,

VOICEACTORWEBSITES.com and JMC

Demos jmcvoiceover.com/demo-production

VOBS TECH-TALK #42

October 11, 2020

Dan And George Suit Up For Another Exploration into VO Tech!

At Voice Over Body Shop, we pride ourselves on being way ahead of the curve on webcasting and podcasting. For almost 10 years, Dan Lenard and George Whitttam have brought you the latest information on the equipment, software, techniques and skills you MUST have to successfully record your voice over tracks from your personal home studio. And, we answer your questions!

This week on our brand spanking new TECH-TALK #42, The “Guys” look at: Considerations to deal with when you move. Coping withThe realities of apartment living (aircraft, lawn keepers, HVAC). An update on a TwistedWave 24.1 bug fix, along with a cool “did ya know” iOS/Mac/QT trick and a discussion about “G.A.S.” Gear Aquisition Syndrome. Plus we answer your questions on: Virtual mixers, Sample rate standards, high pass filters, acoustics and much more!

Its super easy to watch and listen! On our facebook page https://www.facebook.com/voiceoverbodyshop/ Our homepage, VOBS.TV or listen to the podcast right here on Podbean We can’t do it without YOU and our other great supporters: Voiceoveressentials.com, VOHeroes.com Sourceelements.com, VoiceOverXtra.com, VOICEACTORWEBSITES.com and JMC Demos jmcvoiceover.com/demo-production

VOBS-Voice Over Body Shop Ep.191 with Epic Voice Guy Jon Bailey!

October 5, 2020

Voice Over Success Is About Being Unique!

And No One Is as Unique As Jon Bailey!

Why do some people book consistently and others just keep blasting out auditions and get nothing but crickets in return?

Our good friend Jon Bailey The “Epic Voice” guy, joins us this week on VOBS to talk about his experience in LA since moving here several years ago, and how he approaches auditions. Jon is a super witty, fast thinking, funny and successful voice talent. He’s fearless when it comes to auditions and copy calling for ad-libbing and interpretation. Its all about being different and Jon is like no one else! This was an exceptionally informative and entertaining VO BS like no other! All you have to do is watch at your leisure all week on our facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/voiceoverbodyshop/ our homepage @ VOBS.tv, or our podcast edition at Podbean https://ewabs.podbean.com/

We can’t do it without YOU and our other great supporters:

Voiceoveressentials.com, VOHeroes.com Sourceelements.com, VoiceOverXtra.com,

VOICEACTORWEBSITES.com and JMC

Demos jmcvoiceover.com/demo-

VOBS TECH-TALK #41

September 27, 2020

The VO Tech Stuff That Really Matters!

Dan & George get to the nitty gritty of your home VO studio recording issues every week! There's so much misinformation and downright mythology about the best way to record at home. Listen to "The Guys" that actually know!

This week we cover some really import things to know. There's a new Twisted Wave Twisted Wave 24 !Lots of cool features! Don't upgrade to Big Sur just yet...And why and when. Do you really need a “pre-amp”? Plus your questions on Vocal booths, Setting mic input levels in software, when to upgrade your mic and much Much more!!

All you have to do is watch or listen at your leisure right here on our facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/voiceoverbodyshop/ out home page @ VOBS.tv, or our podcast edition at Podbean https://ewabs.podbean.com/ We can’t do it without YOU and our other great supporters: Voiceoveressentials.com, VOHeroes.com Sourceelements.com, VoiceOverXtra.com, VOICEACTORWEBSITES.com and JMC Demos jmcvoiceover.com/demo-

VOBS-Voice Over Body Shop Ep.190 With David Errigo Jr.

September 21, 2020

We’re back, with a super fresh Voice Over Body Shop, and have we got a great guest for you!

David Errigo, the voice of Ferb in the new Phineas and Ferb movie plus roles in Detective Pikachu, Yugioh!, Pokémon, and more, joins us to talk about taking risks in your VO career and other great advice!

After building his resumé with a feature film, on and off camera commercial work, off broadway shows and animation projects in NYC, David came out to LA 2016. It would seem the move was worth it! Here’s your chance to hear his story and ASK YOUR QUESTIONS!

All you have to do is watch or listen, or at your leisure right here on our facebook page,

https://www.facebook.com/voiceoverbodyshop/

out home page @ VOBS.tv, or our podcast edition at Podbean https://ewabs.podbean.com/

We can’t do it without YOU and our other great supporters:

Voiceoveressentials.com, VOHeroes.com Sourceelements.com, VoiceOverXtra.com,

VOICEACTORWEBSITES.com and JMC

Demos jmcvoiceover.com/demo-

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