Boost MIC quality in OBS (OBS Audio Filters Explained) #obs
2This video is designed for experienced users who want to master their microphone quality using OBS and VST filters.
Those seeking help are more than welcome to reach out during live streams or via Discord for direct assistance.
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⏱ ️ TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 – Intro
0:20 – Noise Suppression – Remove background hums (e.g. fans, AC)
0:24 - Noise Gate – Cuts noise when you’re not speaking (e.g. keyboard/mouse)
0:30 - Noise Gate 2 (Invert) – Slightly lowers the gate for softer speech
0:35 - Compressor – Balances loud/soft parts for consistency
0:43 - EQ 1 – Corrects muddy tones and frequencies
2:03 - EQ 2 – Adds clarity, sparkle, and final polish
2:07 - Last but not least
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🎧 How to Record Audio for ChatGPT Analysis
1. Record a short raw voice sample in OBS by saying those sentences once.
→ Turn off all filters to give ChatGPT a clean starting point.
2. Export as MP3 or WAV
Use tools like Audacity or Reaper or Seven Convertor etc..
3. Upload it to ChatGPT
Ask: “Help me optimize my mic EQ and filters based on this voice sample.”
4. (Optional) Upload a second sample with your filters
ChatGPT will compare both and suggest improvements.
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Frequency Spectrum:
Band 1 – 60 Hz:
This area carries deep sub-bass rumble — things like vibrations from your desk, mic stand noise, or AC hum. Without adjustment, your mic might pick up thumps or unnecessary low-end energy that muddies the overall clarity. Once reduced, the voice feels cleaner and tighter from the bottom up.
Band 2 – 110 Hz:
When left untouched, this range often creates a muddy or boomy tone — it feels like the voice is speaking through a wall of soft pillows. After EQ, the voice becomes more defined and less congested in the lows.
Band 3 – 200 Hz:
This is where “wooliness” lives. It can make the voice feel thick but unclear, like it’s cloaked in warmth that doesn’t help. Cutting here removes that foggy warmth, creating a sharper and more intelligible tone.
Band 4 – 750 Hz:
If the voice sounds like it’s recorded in a box or a small room, this frequency is the culprit. It gives a “boxy” and hollow character that can sound unnatural. After EQ, the voice becomes more open and realistic.
Band 5 – 1.2 kHz:
This zone contributes to a nasal or harsh mid-tone, sometimes making the voice sound honky or overly forward. Reducing it smooths out the body of the voice while keeping it full.
Band 6 – 2.0 kHz:
When this area is too quiet, the voice may lack clarity or edge — almost like the words blur together. Boosting this helps bring out articulation and makes the voice stand out more clearly in a mix.
Band 7 – 3.5 kHz:
Dull, flat voices often miss this range. Enhancing it improves presence — it makes the speaker feel “in the room” and gives life to the tone without sounding harsh.
Band 8 – 5.5 kHz:
Without this, the voice may sound lifeless or distant. Boosting here adds definition and detail, giving a more “produced” or broadcast feel.
Band 9 – 8.0 kHz:
This area controls sibilance — those sharp “S” and “T” sounds. Too much here creates ear fatigue and unpleasant sharpness. Taming this makes the voice smoother and easier to listen to.
Band 10 – 12.0 kHz:
A lack of air and shine lives here. Without it, the voice sounds dry or flat. Adding it brings polish and sparkle — the final coat that makes the audio sound professional.
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💬 Need help?
Ask questions on Discord or join the live stream for personalized help.
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