Here’s a rather striking visualization of the difference the use of Levelator makes. The podcast name has been blurred so as to not prompt any more threats of physical violence (humorously intended or otherwise).
On the left we see an original podcast, with a volume so low that you can’t hear it wearing earbuds (in a noisy environment) on the right is the levelated file, showing the effect that Levelator has.
I’ve just made a donation to Levelator in the amount of $10.00.
Just think about that, if poor poverty stricken Jesse gave Levelator $10.00 from his coffee fund it must be absolutely wonderful!
It is. Get Levelator, it’s free and it makes quiet podcasts loud.
Posted by Jesse Willis
I’m guessing (with the left file) they used something like the Amplify effect in Audacity, and the large peak kept everything else from getting higher. I didn’t even know about Levelator until last week.
Well, levelator is better than ridiculously low levels but it really isn’t the best sounding compressor. You need to look at whatever audio software you are using and learn how best to use it. Levelator is just brutal.
Dan! Is Orthepedic Horseshoes coming back for the summer?
Hey Jesse!
To tell you the truth I’m not part of that project anymore and haven’t been for a long time. You’d have to email Herb. Glad you listened though.