While I’m a great fan of technology, transcribing IT-related recordings is not one of my favorite tasks. There are way too many acronyms and too few pauses
How Long Does it Take to Transcribe a Recording?
Transcription isn’t the same as typing – it’s listening, researching, understanding and then typing.
Needless to say, the process is quite time-consuming. A single hour of recording can take anywhere between 4-9 hours to transcribe.
Since a lot of transcription services charge by the hour, it’s a good idea to have a basic understanding of the factors that affect transcription turnaround time.
Recording Speech Using Lavalier Microphones
Lavalier microphones or lapel mics are small clip-on mics that are extremely useful for recording interviews and speeches. Because of their size, they’re easy to handle (and hide) and deliver great sound quality. Here’s a simple guide to help you choose the best one for your recordings.
How to Record Qualitative Research Interviews
Qualitative interviews can be tricky to record as well as transcribe, especially if the interviews are conducted in an outdoor or noisy location. A little bit of planning and some simple precautions can go a long way in improving the clarity of the recordings as well as the accuracy of your transcripts. 1. Use Professional […]
5 Things Your Transcriptionist Would Thank You For
Planning to get your audio transcribed? Here’s a handy list of things you can provide your transcriptionist to help them create the perfect transcript for you
Audience Optimizes Mobile Speech Recognition Services
Audience has expanded its family of intelligent voice processors for mobile phones with the A1028 chip. The new A1028 voice processor includes the company’s EarSmart technology, which the company claims, can replicate the functions of human hearing. In addition to enhancing sound quality and suppressing noise, the A1028 voice processor offers processing capabilities that improve […]
Microsoft Enhances In-Vehicle Experiences with New Platform
Microsoft is offering Windows Embedded Automotive 7 to selected few car makers and suppliers in the automotive industry. This new platform has been designed to support the development of new infotainment systems, and Microsoft claims it provides integrated services for communication, entertainment, navigation and information for the mass market. Thanks to new Windows Embedded Automotive […]
Optimum Solutions Introduces Next Generation Data Capture Technology
Optimum Solutions has introduced a new data capture technology solution called FACTS (Fast Accurate Capture Technology Solutions) that enables both marketers and researchers for the first time to limitlessly mine the preferences of their audiences. Foreign Language Data Entry, a feature in FACTS called ExoForms, enables marketers to transcribe verbatims in any language supported by […]