Audio filter to disguise a voice

Post by **jparnold** » Sat May 05, 2007 2:30 am

Is there audio filter which can be used with VS which will disguise my voice? I want to do some narration on my videos but really don't want to hear my own voice (don't laugh). I want to change the sound of my voice but NOT like Darth Vader! I would even consider paying for such a filter if it works well.
I would also consider recording the narration "outside" VS (with other software) and then importing the audio file into VS.

Post by **Ron P.** » Sat May 05, 2007 3:02 am

I know you've read the words Audacity on the forums. It is capable of this. It has some filters that should work. You will have to play with the filters to get the sound you want. I would start with a Chorus effect, maybe a little reverb, to add some dimension and space to your voice.

You can also alter the sound by using a multi-channel EQ. Pulling down the frequencies around the 1khz.

I have the same problem, not liking my own voice.

Post by **jparnold** » Sat May 05, 2007 3:36 am

Thanks Ron for coming to my rescue (and even admitting that you too don't like your own voice - funny that when I hear my recorded voice it sounds different to what I hear when I am speaking, do you have this "phenonemon" too?)
Yes now that you mention it I remember seeing Audacity in some posts I have read.
Gee it's free too (except when downloading from the official site who appear to want fees for support and don't appear to offer no support for free).

Post by **Ron P.** » Sat May 05, 2007 3:44 am

Yes sounding different is common. Several years ago I was with a small band. We played the small bars (pubs). I started with the band as a roadie, followed by Sound & Light engineer, then played rhythm guitar. I was coaxed into singing a song or two. At first I was terrified, because to me my voice did not sound good at all. However after a few times, I got over the "stage fright" of singing. My voice may not have been as bad as I perceived, they didn't throw things or boo..