How to obtain a dry recording? (No reverb)

  

Find a quiet room: Look for a room that is as quiet as possible. Avoid areas with outside noise, like traffic or construction, and minimize internal noise from appliances or fans.

 Choose a small or medium-sized room: Larger rooms tend to have more echo and reverb, so opt for a smaller or medium-sized space. Avoid rooms with hard, reflective surfaces like glass or tile, as they can bounce sound waves and create reverb.

 Use soft furnishings: Add soft furnishings to the room, such as carpets, rugs, curtains, or furniture with fabric upholstery. These materials help absorb sound and reduce reverb.

 Eliminate or control reflective surfaces: If there are any reflective surfaces in the room, try to cover them or place sound-absorbing materials in front of them. This includes mirrors, windows, or bare walls. Hanging blankets or acoustic panels can help minimize reflections.

 Set up a makeshift recording booth: If possible, create a makeshift recording booth within the room using blankets, mattresses, or acoustic dividers. This can help create a more controlled environment and reduce reverb even further.

 Use a directional microphone: Invest in a good-quality directional microphone that focuses on capturing sound from the desired source (your voice) while minimizing background noise. A cardioid or shotgun microphone is often a good choice for voice recordings.

 Position the microphone properly: Place the microphone close to your mouth and experiment with the positioning to find the optimal distance and angle for capturing your voice clearly without picking up excessive room reverb.

 Use headphones for monitoring: Wear headphones while recording to monitor your voice in real-time. This allows you to adjust your distance from the microphone and make any necessary changes to your technique to ensure a clean recording.

 Remember, achieving a completely reverb-free recording may be challenging, especially in untreated spaces. However, by following these casual guidelines and experimenting with different setups, you can significantly reduce the reverb and capture a cleaner voice recording