old radio

Zelta

my game has a vehicle this has a old radio with a few mp3 songs

1- should i change mp3 files to ogg or this fine?

2- id like to the songs having a 'old radio' effect, do i need to edit all the tracks or there is a way to apply a audio efect to a audio bus?

DaveTheCoder

Zelta should i change mp3 files to ogg or this fine?

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Zelta id like to the songs having a 'old radio' effect

I asked Gemini. Based on its answer, there may be audio bus settings that can produce the desired effect. If not, it suggested ways to modify the tracks.

Yes, there are several ways to modify an audio file to have an "old radio" sound, ranging from dedicated apps to more professional audio editing software. The "old radio" sound is typically achieved by a combination of audio effects:

Band-Pass Filtering (EQ): This is the most crucial element. Old radios have limited frequency response.

High-pass filter: Cuts off low frequencies (bass), making the sound "tinny" or "thin." You might set this around 300-600 Hz.

Low-pass filter: Cuts off high frequencies (treble), removing clarity and sparkle. You might set this around 2,000-4,000 Hz.

This creates a narrow "band" of frequencies that simulate the restricted sound of an old speaker.

Distortion/Saturation: Old radio speakers weren't always pristine and could distort sounds, especially at higher volumes. Adding a touch of overdrive or saturation can mimic this.

Noise/Static: Introducing hiss, crackle, or static (like you hear when tuning an AM radio) adds authenticity. You might even want to add occasional "drops" or "fades" in volume.

Compression: Radio broadcasts often heavily compress audio to make it consistently loud. Applying some compression can help.

Reverb (Subtle): A very subtle, short reverb can sometimes add to the "room" feel of an old broadcast.

Here are some types of apps and software that can do this:

1. Dedicated Mobile Apps (Simpler, Often Voice-Focused)

CapCut (Mobile App): Primarily a video editor, but its audio editing features are robust. It often includes "voice effects" or "filters" like "radio," "walkie-talkie," or "telephone" that can quickly achieve a similar sound. It's known for being user-friendly.

Voice Changer Apps: Many voice changer apps (search for "voice changer radio effect" on your app store) offer presets for "radio," "telephone," or "robot" that can get you close. These are usually for real-time voice modification but some allow importing audio files.

BandLab (Mobile App): A music creation studio on mobile, it offers various effects, including EQ, distortion, and more, that you can manually apply to achieve the desired effect.

2. Desktop Audio Editing Software (More Control, Free & Paid)

Audacity (Free, Open Source, Cross-Platform): This is one of the most popular free audio editors and is excellent for creating an old radio effect.

How to do it in Audacity: You'll typically use:

Effect > Filter Curve EQ (to apply high-pass and low-pass filters).

Effect > Distortion (for a bit of grit).

Generate > Noise (to add static, which you can mix in on a separate track).

Effect > Compressor (for that broadcast feel).

Many online tutorials specifically show how to get the "old radio" sound in Audacity.

GarageBand (Free for Mac/iOS): Apple's free DAW includes various EQs, distortion effects, and often presets that can be tweaked.

Adobe Audition (Paid, Professional): A professional audio workstation with powerful tools. It often has presets like "Old Time Radio" or "On Hold EQ" within its Parametric Equalizer or FFT Filter effects, which you can then customize. You can also add distortion and noise.

Other DAWs (Digital Audio Workstations) like Logic Pro, Ableton Live, FL Studio, Reaper: All professional DAWs come with built-in EQ, distortion, and noise generation tools that allow you to precisely craft the "old radio" sound. They might also have specialized "foley" or "lo-fi" plugins.

3. Online Tools

Melobytes.com (Old Radio Effect): This is an online tool that allows you to upload an audio file (MP3, WAV, etc.) and apply a "vintage old radio effect" with distortion, EQ, and noise. It's a quick and easy option if you don't want to download software.

4. VST/AU Plugins (for DAWs)

For more dedicated and higher-quality results within a professional DAW, you can use specialized plugins:

iZotope Vinyl (Free): While primarily a "vinyl" emulator, its "Year" parameter can band-limit the signal, and its "Wear," "Dust," and "Scratch" parameters can add static and crackle, making it great for old radio effects.

AudioThing Speaker (Paid): Designed specifically to emulate the sound of small speakers, which is a big part of the old radio sound.

Various "Foley," "Lo-Fi," or "Futz Box" Plugins: Many plugin developers offer tools specifically for degrading audio or simulating specific environments (like phone calls, intercoms, or old radios).

When choosing an app or software, consider your technical comfort level and how much control you want over the effect. For quick results on mobile, CapCut or a voice changer app might suffice. For more precise control and higher quality, desktop software like Audacity or a professional DAW with plugins will offer the best results.

Zelta

DaveTheCoder damm thanks man