StoryLab Audio Booth
Make some noise in the Audio Booth!
Equipped with a sound mixer, microphones, and headphones, the Audio Booth is a 7’ x 8’ sound-treated space where you can create audio projects for free.Whether you are learning audio for the first time or working on a story idea, StoryLab gives you a self-directed place to learn, create, and share.
What can I do in the Audio Booth?
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Podcasts
Record solo or multi guest podcast episodes with studio quality sound.
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Voiceovers
Record narration for videos, presentations, stories, or creative projects.
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Music
Record vocals, instruments, demos, or simple audio tracks.
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Story Ideas
Capture interviews, oral histories, spoken word, or personal stories.
What can I do in the Audio Booth?
Available Equipment in the Audio Booth
Shure SM7B Studio Microphones
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Studio-quality cardioid microphones with a wide dynamic range. Useful for musicians, streamers, podcasters, and other content creators.
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2-3 Audio Interface
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Versatile 2-in and 2-out USB recording interface with two Focusrite preamps and other recording features.
Audio-Technica ATH-M30x Headphones
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Closed-back, over-ear professional headphones featuring 40mm drivers. Individually bookable.
Behringer X-Touch DAW Controller
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Easy-to-use, feature-packed multimedia controller for working with digital audio software.
Available Software in the Audio Booth
Adobe Audition
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Advanced audio recording, mixing, and restoration software.
Booking the Audio Booth
First, review the StoryLab booking guidelines and request a time on the StoryLab calendar. You can book up to 2 hours a day, and requests must be submitted 48 hours in advance. On the booking form, tell staff about your project, your experience level, and any special equipment you need. You will receive a confirmation email when your booking is approved. You will also need to sign a StoryLab waiver and complete a short certification at the start of your first booking. Bring something to save your work onto, such as a USB stick or hard drive. StoryLab is self directed, but Creative Technology Advisors can help with certification and offer tips along the way.
Learning Resources
Patrons of NVDPL who live in the District of North Vancouver have free access to hundreds of tutorials and courses for all expertise levels through LinkedIn Learning. Visit our LinkedIn Learning page to get started. Below are some examples of courses offered:
LinkedIn Learning
NVDPL patrons who live in the District of North Vancouver can access LinkedIn Learning with their library card. These courses can help with podcasting, recording, voiceovers, and audio editing.
Helpful Resources
Use these videos and guides to plan, film, light, and improve your video project.
Audacity User Guide
Adobe Audition User GuideGarageBand Support
How to Make Any Mic Sound Professional in Audacity
How to Create 100 Distinctly Different Voices
Podcast Scripts: Benefits and How to Write Them
Voice Over Recording Tip: Don’t Just Normalize
HOURS
TUESDAY - THURSDAY
10:30am – 7:30pm
FRIDAY - SATURDAY
10:30am – 5:30pm
MONDAY
10:30am – 5:30pm
Hours are subject to staff availability
Location
Lynn Valley Library 1277 Lynn Valley Road
2nd Floor