Many voice actors record content from home studios these days. However, clients sometimes require work in specific professional studios or with particular producers. Video game studios, for instance, typically hire dedicated audio facilities for production.
What is Source Connect?
Launched in 2005, Source Connect uses high-speed internet to create a high quality, real-time connection between studios. It transmits audio from a remote microphone as if it were in the client's studio, allowing them to apply their own processing and equipment adjustments. The technology enables live direction and real-time video synchronization.
Video Conferencing Limitations
While Zoom and FaceTime offer convenience, they prioritize bandwidth efficiency over audio quality. Voice actors may lose vocal nuances during these calls. Smaller productions sometimes use video conferencing for live direction instead.
Getting Started
Requirements include:
- License (~$650) or monthly subscription ($35/month + $75 setup)
- Appropriate software version for your operating system
- Hard-wired ethernet connection (WiFi unsuitable)
- Proper audio input/output configuration
Users can test connections through the app's automated system or with colleagues before conducting actual sessions.
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Trevor O'Hare
Voiceover Coach & Founder of VOTrainer
Trevor is a professional voice actor turned coach with over two decades in audio production. He has completed thousands of voiceover projects for brands of all sizes and now helps aspiring and working voice actors build their careers through 1-on-1 coaching, demo production, and online courses. He also works as a full-time voiceover artist at TrevorOHare.com. Looking to hire voice talent? Check out RealVOTalent.com.
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