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  1. UnusualCharacters
    Greetings, meatbags.
    Last time I posted in this blog was quite a while ago, so I thought I'd share what my recording space currently looks like in Texas. 
    The rundown: It's a big ol' closet with moving blankets strung up on the walls and draped above me like a circus tent.
    The equipment: I've been slowly adding more and more to my space throughout my various moves.
    First off, the second most important instrument you have (after your voice). I've had three mics throughout my 6 or so years recording VO. I started off with the respectable Blue Yeti USB mic, moved on to the AT2020 and now have landed at the E-100S Condenser Microphone. This thing is good for me to help bring out the natural bass in my voice, but is not markedly better than the AT imo. If you're looking for a good starter mic of your own, I'd recommend the far more affordable AT.
    Next is the Audio Interface, which is necessary if you're using a non-USB microphone like I am. I use the Focusrite Scarlett Solo, which is a plug and play type setup and has never steered me wrong. 
    The next most important part, is your recording software. Audacity is free and it's what I've always used. 
    Extras: Music Stand to hold your copy (or script), mic stand, stool to place laptop on, LED clamp light to see copy, dog trainer clicker to mark mistakes with loud pops in recorded track. 
    That's all there is to it.
    Til next time.
    - UC






  2. UnusualCharacters
    Twelve years ago in Boston, I went to a release event for Drew Karpyshyn's first Darth Bane novel, Path of Destruction. I was so excited to meet the man who wrote my favorite video game of all time. When I got there, I was one of about 6 people there, two of which were my parents who graciously drove me, and it felt a little awkward to be honest. Drew read a passage from his book and opened it up to a Q&A afterwards. I asked him about the possible KOTOR connections that might be in his book (the passage he read has included the mention of Selkath), my Mom politely asked him about his other works in fiction, and then it was done. The 501st showed up in some Stormtrooper armor, which was cool, I got my book signed and off we went. It was a nice little event. Over the years as each book came out and then the Revan novel, and then TOR, I would email DrewK who would actually engage in back and forths with me about characterizations of Revan, the Exile, and lastly the apparent non-twist ending of Dynasty of Evil (I still don't understand this one). Overall, don't really know where I'm going with this other than to say that Drew was a nice fella, and I'm appreciative for the experience and whatever slight connection I made with him.
    So, that's that.
    Also, if I said that I was working on voice lines for you, I still am. Trying to get paid work now that I'm in the proper state, so that's been my absolute focus - but I will get back to the fan stuff soon.
    Best,
    UC

  3. UnusualCharacters
    Greetings, meatbags.
     
    Last time I posted, I implied that my home studio would be up and running again ASAP - and it would have been... had I not discovered black mold in the designated work area! This, along with a general mustiness, would have been detrimental to my vocal cords and, presumably, my life! It's been a process to remove this mold and fix up the root cause of it.
     
    In the meantime, I've been utilizing my town's local access television channel's recording studio. Doesn't grant a lot of time and I have to schedule quite a bit in advance, but it gets the job done while sounding pretty much up to my standards.
     
    So, that's that. I actually have a recording block reserved for tonight, so if you're waiting on something from me, it will likely be ready later this evening.
     
    As always, I'm here if you want something done right. Have a great day, and let me know if you need something recorded for your mod.
     
    - UC
  4. UnusualCharacters
    Greetings, meatbags. Thanks everyone for the interest in my VO work! I've had a lot of fun working with all sorts of different characters.
     
    Unfortunately, I just had to go through an unplanned move so sorry for the delay in any recent delivery of files. I should have my new VO booth set up by next weekend and I'm going to start off with a huge KotOR mods recording session. This new setup should sound even better than my old one though, so hopefully this will be worth the wait!
     
    As always, feel free to drop me a line if you want something done right. ;P
     
    - UC