Richard's Animorphs Forum
RAF Section => RAF Projects => The Animorphs Audiobook Project => Topic started by: Kit Cloudkicker on August 06, 2009, 10:11:40 PM
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Hiya folks!
I think I've started to get some stuff up and running from the manager POV. The first four chapters for MM1 have been created, as well as the segments (meaning the "drop box"-type thing for each character in each chapter.) This is where all actors will be uploading their recorded lines to. Now you're asking yourself, how do you do this? It's QUITE simple!
Directions for uploading lines:
1. Click "My To-Do" under "Actor Toolbox"
2. Click on the segment that you are going to be adding lines to (i.e., the correct chapter.)
3. Click "Edit" (located at the top of the page)
4. Click "File Attachments" (located in the middle of the page), then click the "Browse" button.
5. Locate the file that you would like to add to the segment, and click the "open" button, then click "attach" (Please make sure that your attachment has the EXACT name that the segment has, sans punctuation. This will make things easier on our timers.)
6. Change the "Next Action By" radio button to "director." (This will signal your director that your lines are done, and that they're ready to be listened to.)
...so, directors, this probably has you wondering how YOU will be handling the lines once you get them!
Directions for locating/listening to actor lines:
1. Click "To Do (Segments)" under "Project Toolbox"
2. Select "director" under "Next Action by" (you may have to un-select other options; only director should be selected.)
3. Select your user name under "Content: Assigned (Assistant) Director - (field_direct)" and click the "apply" button.
4. The segments that are waiting for your approval/listening are located in the box at the bottom of the screen. Click on the segment that you would like to listen to.
5. Click "Add new comment" at the bottom of the page. Leave feedback (positive feed back, and constructive criticism) for the actor. Please be VERY specific if there is anything you would like them to change, that way they do not have to spend more time re-doing parts than absolutely necessary.
6. Click "Edit" at the top of the page.
7. Change the "Next Action By" radio button to "actor" (if there are any parts you would like the actor to re-do), or to "timer" (if the recording is good to go.)
Phew. That was a mouthful. If you have ANY questions please do not hesitate to contact me, Morf, WildWeathel or Mr. Guy 36 (especially the later two if it's a particularly technical question.)
Good luck, thanks, and we look forward to HEARING you! :)
-Jess
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Sounds good. I have already informed Jess, but I will be unable to record this week because I am on the road currently.
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Note to actors submitting lines: If your lines are bigger than 10 MB, you will need to split them. Just upload the first part, then another box will appear to upload additional files. I think most full chapters will need to do this.
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What format do you want the lines submitted in?
Drupal does not allow .wav or .mp3 uploads, which is the easiest option on Audacity. I've recorded my lines, but I'm not sure how to convert them into a usable format.
EDIT: I figured out how to convert to FLAC files with winamp, however when I do so it splits the audio up into a million segments. Chapter two went from one file to about fifty, sometimes cutting off the dialogue mid-word. Anyone know how to rectify this situation?
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If Guy or Weathel does not reply to this by tomorrow, try PMing them. They'll be able to help you out with this. I'm not good with the technical stuff. :)
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In audacity, go to Edit > Preferences. On the file formats tab, find the option for uncompressed export format. Change it to FLAC.
There you go.
That way, file size is smaller than wav, but we still have full quality.
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Okay, I did all that. Unfortunately now when I click 'Export to .FLAC' I get an error message that says "Cannot convert to FLAC at D:My Documents/Audiobooks". I don't know why. >.<
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http://flac.sourceforge.net/download.html (http://flac.sourceforge.net/download.html)
Find Windows with installer. That program can convert .WAVs to FLACs. So just change Audacity back to wav, then use that.
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Thank you!!
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I had the same problem, and my computer wouldnt accept the FLAC download you put up there guy
But Jess said I could just send all my files to her and she'd be kind enough to transfer them. And my new computer handles flac just fine so we wont have this problem.
So for my part in MM1, thats a wrap! (Until all my crappy dialogue has to be rerecorded on the basis of suckiness but we'll cross that mogul when we come to it)
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Yes. So. I'll add that to my list of things to do when I have time. And I'm NOT doing it for anyone else. ::)
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Okay, so I am back to trying to convert my wav to flac. My new computer still wont let audacity directly convert them but it will accept the flac download you posted guy. But maybe I'm not using that program correctly or I don't know what but I'm getting an error message when trying to convert them. Any assistance would be great.
Otherwise, here are my chapter 3 lines in wav format:
http://www.mediafire.com/?zzygulxwyvy
So if I can't figure out how to transfer them right now maybe someone else can so I'm not holding everyone up with technical difficulties.
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try this.
http://www.nch.com.au/switch/
i haven't used it, but it others have said it works. (not sure if it has a trial, though)
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Conversion's done and uploaded. We'll have to find a better way to do conversions, but in the meantime, we can move forward on chapter 3.
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Brian needs to upload his Ax lines without any thought speech effects, then we can get moving again. I won't have time for a few weeks though, working most weekends this month and next....That was why I wanted to do it that other weekend.
ALSO! I changed our drupal site to allow Mp3 uploads, so we don't' need to convert to FLAC anymore. I'm not sure why we've been doing that to begin with...Guy, let me know if that's a problem at all and I'll change it back.
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AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA AAAAAAAAHHHHHHH!!!!!
Nononononno! EVIL MP3S!
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Sorry. The problem is that MP3 is a lossy format, meaning that it removes data in order to save space. Smaller files, worse quality.
FLAC is lossless, meaning it compresses data without actually removing any of it. Bigger than MP3, but smaller than WAV, and the exact same quality.
We need to use FLAC in order to preserve as much quality as possible.
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Thanks for converting guy! I'll try to figure out how to get that done myself so I'm not holding us up again.
crazy jess and her crazy mp3's, come on woman
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I'll start harping on Brian to get his lines in. :)
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This is probably the wrong place to ask, in which case, please forgive me. :(
At any rate - is this project still on-going? If so, I'd like to contribute or at least try to if that's all right, by auditioning for a part if there's any still open for males. I've dabbled in amateur voice-over before, and to get to do it for Animorphs would be a dream come true.
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Heh heh... It is, but people are lazy. PM me a username and email and I'll set you up. There's a list of parts around somewhere...
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http://animorphsforum.com/forum/index.php?topic=4949.0
There's the list of parts that are, and are not taken. If you're interested in participating as a voice actor, we've instated a rule that you have to do directing or timing for at least a chapter of the project before you can do so. If you're really interested in helping out the project, that's what we're most in need of - timers. If you have any experience at all with audacity, it should be pretty easy for you to do. :)
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Well, I'm not the best in the world with timing (assuming this means mixing more or less right?) but I've done a bit, and yeah, I use Audacity (though I've had to bounce to WMM a bit too). I have an example of my work in that regard if you're interested, should I post it or PM it if so?
Either way, definitely willing to help in some capacity if I can. Looking over the cast list now, and picking out who I think I could pull off maybe if I get that far.
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We don't even need a sample. Honestly, we're so desperate for people to help with this part, as it's the most time consuming, anyone willing is more than welcome. :)
It is REALLY pretty simple, all it involves is copying/pasting pieces of tracks together. Guy or I will give you timer privileges, and when I get back home and settled a bit I can let you know what you can work on, unless guy does it first.
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I would love to help contribute to this project in any way possible. I have dabbled in Audacity in the past. I am also a theatre major and have done some voice acting and would love to lend my voice to this project as well. I know I am new to RAF but I really want to help keep this series alive in whatever capacity I can!
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Ok, I'm sorry for ignoring this. I've got a lot to do right now, but I will get back to you soon... I want to get this project back off the ground.
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No problemo! I think this project sounds quite awesome and I would love to be a part of it!
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So... random question for someone with a relatively small, almost insignificant part. I did more than one take of my lines. Should I submit all three, and let the director decide which is best? Or should I only pick one set to upload? Also, for filenames, it says to stick to the segment name without punctuation. Would that include spaces, too? Right now I have it saved: 08M1AndltsGiftCh9Jo rdan.flac
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Tha'ts fine, Jenn. Submit whatever you want, just the best, or all 3. :)
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Sooooo, I think the website is down.
I get this message:
Offline Site: rafaudio.nfshost.co m
You have requested a site that is currently offline. This generally happens when a site is temporarily disabled for some reason, but has not been permanently removed.
If you are one of our members and you expected to see your site here, please visit our Member Home Page and check the following:
Make sure your site is enabled.
Make sure you have funds on deposit.
Try the Site Troubleshooting Wizard.
Submit a Secure Support Request for assistance.
If you are not the member of our service who owns this site, please don't ask us about it. We have a very strict privacy policy and won't be able to tell you anything.
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I'm aware. I've asked weathel to take a look. He's the only one to ask here.
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If the site needs funds, let me know. I might be able to find some.
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I sorta need some help. I sorta need to download the files to listen to them but i don't think i have a program that can play .flac files. At least the ones i tried can't play those files. So does anyone know a program that can play .flac files or am i supposed to convert it to something else to listen to it?
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Really? What kind of ancient box are you using? XD
Windows Media Player -should- naturally be play flac files. I tried it myself. Disregard the error and have it "Attempt to play it anyway".
If that fails to work (it worked for me) download VLC or play it on iTunes.
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Oh yeah I knew I forgot something on Skype. I consider VLC a requirement for any computer. Pick it up here (http://www.videolan.org/).
I seriously have not found a media file it cannot play. That includes half a download.
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Yeah, I use VLC too. Or audacity. Isn't it recommended we use that? Or does your role not require any editing?
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Directors technically just need listening. I still say VLC should be on every computer anyway though.
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Note to actors submitting lines: If your lines are bigger than 10 MB, you will need to split them. Just upload the first part, then another box will appear to upload additional files. I think most full chapters will need to do this.
Is there a specific naming convention we should follow when doing this? Or is just adding Pt1 and Pt2 at the end good?
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adding those tags is good enough I think. I did it and no one seems to mind. =P
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Directions for uploading lines:
5. Locate the file that you would like to add to the segment, and click the "open" button, then click "attach" (Please make sure that your attachment has the EXACT name that the segment has, sans punctuation. This will make things easier on our timers.)
No convention other that that. Pt1 and Pt2 should be just fine.