Recording audio

Digitizing Cassettes
This how-to describes the process of transferring audio recordings from audio cassettes to WAV files. At the moment we still have one device capable of playing cassettes, and it’s currently set up in K.06 1. Power on the device. Check that the dummy speaker plug (3.5mm to 6.35mm adapter) is connected, as this will…
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Recording with a Zoom H2n
Introduction For research outside the building, we have some solid state recorders available. You can borrow them from the lab technicians in room 0.09. Be aware that you have to reserve a recorder in the reservation system in advance. We have two Zoom H2n compact portable audio recorders available, which is available in the reservation…
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Recording audio in the phonetics lab
Introduction The following procedure describes how to make a good quality audio recording using the equipment at the cabins in the phonetics lab (room K.10). Preparation If you’re new to the lab, read the Introduction Guide to the ILS Labs. Make sure you’re familiar with our house rules. Reserve the recording cabin of your choice…
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Recording with a Zoom H6
Introduction For research outside the building, we have some solid state recorders available. You can borrow them from the lab technicians in room 0.09. Be aware that you have to reserve a recorder in the reservation system in advance. We have two Zoom H6 compactflash audio recorder available, which is available in the reservation system CF…
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Using the Sound Level Meter
Default settings for the Precision INtegrating Sound Level Meter Type 2230 BK are as follows: Detector: RMS Power: On Time Weighting: Fast Mode: Operate Display: SPL FSD: FSD selects the measurement range of meter. Recommended values for use in the lab are 90 (30-83dB) or 100 (40-93dB) Sound Incidence: Frontal All | max/min | pause:…
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