Voice Cleanup for Public Speakers and Presenters

The short version

Use a clip-on or headset mic for the speaker, close and steady.
Set the level for the loudest part of the talk, including applause and laughs.
Clean gently, so the speaker sounds like themselves.
Export at a loudness target for the platform you post on.

Mic choice

A lav or headset mic keeps the distance steady as the speaker moves. A room microphone for the audience gives the room sound, and works well as a second track.

Level

Set the level for the loudest part of the talk, not the quiet opening. The gain guide explains the peak target.

Clean and keep the speaker natural

Clean the room noise and any clicks, and keep the speaker’s own sound. Over-processed speech sounds unnatural, and an audience notices.

Export for the platform

Set the loudness to the platform you post on, and check the true peak. The loudness guide lists the common targets.

Clean the talk, keep the speaker

Tunedzy cleans the talk, levels it and exports at a loudness target for the platform.

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Frequently asked questions

Should I use a lav or a room mic?

A lav for the clear voice; a room mic for the room sound. Two tracks give the most control.

What about applause and laughs?

Level the talk for the loud parts. Applause can be left alone or lowered gently.

Can I edit the talk for length?

Yes, by words. Do not change what was said.

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