Adjusting the Recording Level
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October 8, 2008 1:27 PM
Quick Recorder allows you to adjust the level of your sound input. You may want to conduct a few test recordings to find the sound level that best fits your needs. Your test recordings do not need to be lengthy; 10-15 seconds should be enough time to evaluate the quality of your recording.
Tip: Make sure that your test recording is similar in content to what you plan to actually record. This way, you will get an idea of how to adjust all of your variables such as, the input volume, how close you need to be from your microphone (if you are using a microphone), etc.
To Adjust the Recording Level
- Open Quick Recorder.
- Click the Record button (red circle). The Windows Explorer Save As window displays.
- In the File name field, enter a file name or select a file that you would like to record over, and then click Save. Quick Recorder starts recording.
As you are recording your project, notice the green bars moving up and down on the input level meter. If the red bar across the top if the meter lights up, your recording level is too high. If the green bars do not move, or the bars are staying near the bottom of the meter, your recording level is too low.
Gradually slide the fader up to increase recording level, or slide the fader down to decrease recording level. - When you are done recording, click the Stop button (green square).
You can listen to your recording to determine if the recording level is set correctly. To play your recording click the Play button (green arrow).
