6 Tips to capture EVP audio recordings
July 29, 2011
EVP recordings can sometimes be difficult to capture clearly on tape. Use these 6 tips to capture the best possible recording.
1) Only use on side of any cassette tape, and only use that side once. Evidence from paranormal investigations is highly scrutinized, and not just by the skeptics, but also by other paranormal investigations. To reduce the chances of "bleed through" (a recording made on one side of the tape playing on the other side) only use one side. This will add technical credibility to your EVP recordings.
2) When you first begin to record at a location, make note of the date, time, and location. Also, if you are going to be moving from room to room, or floor to floor, be sure to mention it aloud. This will help you remember where you were when you process your recordings later.
3) Many new investigators get discouraged or frustrated by whispered or faint EVP. One thing that may or may not help would be to ask the spirits to please speak as loudly as they can.
4) If you are using an analog audio recorder, be sure to use a separate microphone. Recorders with built-in microphones create unwanted sounds from the internal motor and wheels. However, if you are using a digital audio recorder, a separate microphone is not necessary. When using a digital recorder, I have found that an external microphone actually increases the amount of static recorded. So, if you have a digital recorder, you may want to avoid using an external microphone.
5) Keep conversation between yourself and other members of your team to a minimum. When you talk, speak clearly and in a normal tone of voice. Never whisper. This will help you distinguish between human voices, and a real EVP audio recording.
6) DO NOT use the voice activation feature available on some models of recorders. Voice activation starts recording after sound begins, which means an EVP can be cut off, or completely missed. Many EVP's are too quiet to be picked up by the voice activation feature.
1) Only use on side of any cassette tape, and only use that side once. Evidence from paranormal investigations is highly scrutinized, and not just by the skeptics, but also by other paranormal investigations. To reduce the chances of "bleed through" (a recording made on one side of the tape playing on the other side) only use one side. This will add technical credibility to your EVP recordings.
2) When you first begin to record at a location, make note of the date, time, and location. Also, if you are going to be moving from room to room, or floor to floor, be sure to mention it aloud. This will help you remember where you were when you process your recordings later.
3) Many new investigators get discouraged or frustrated by whispered or faint EVP. One thing that may or may not help would be to ask the spirits to please speak as loudly as they can.
4) If you are using an analog audio recorder, be sure to use a separate microphone. Recorders with built-in microphones create unwanted sounds from the internal motor and wheels. However, if you are using a digital audio recorder, a separate microphone is not necessary. When using a digital recorder, I have found that an external microphone actually increases the amount of static recorded. So, if you have a digital recorder, you may want to avoid using an external microphone.
5) Keep conversation between yourself and other members of your team to a minimum. When you talk, speak clearly and in a normal tone of voice. Never whisper. This will help you distinguish between human voices, and a real EVP audio recording.
6) DO NOT use the voice activation feature available on some models of recorders. Voice activation starts recording after sound begins, which means an EVP can be cut off, or completely missed. Many EVP's are too quiet to be picked up by the voice activation feature.
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