Hi everyone, It’s been a while since I wasn't active on the list, so it feels good to be back.
I am currently upgrading my home studio setup for professional VoiceOver and broadcasting work. My goal is to achieve that "heavy, bassy" radio-style sound. I am running *Windows 11 with JAWS*, so accessibility—specifically having physical knobs rather than relying on inaccessible software control panels—is my top priority. I have been doing some research on a few specific combinations, and I would love to hear from anyone here who has hands-on experience with them regarding accessibility and gain handling. *1. The Audio Interface:* I am leaning towards the *Focusrite Scarlett Solo (4th Gen)* because I’ve read it has a higher gain range (69dB) than previous models, which might remove the need for a Cloudlifter. - *My Question:* Has anyone used the 4th Gen Scarlett with JAWS? Are there any hidden accessibility traps in the "Focusrite Control 2" software, or can I rely purely on the physical knobs for daily recording? - *Alternatives:* If not Focusrite, is there another interface in a similar price range (like the Audient iD series or Universal Audio Volt) that you find more accessible/tactile for a blind user? *2. The Microphone (Dynamic XLR):* I am looking for a dynamic broadcast microphone that offers a deep, rich tone without needing too much post-processing. I am currently debating between two models: - *Shure MV7X:* I like that it’s a passive XLR mic (no touch panels), but I'm worried about whether it provides enough "body" without EQ. - *sE Electronics DCM6 (DynaCaster):* This one interests me because of the built-in "Dynamite" preamp (+30dB boost) and the physical switches on the back. - *My Question:* Has anyone here used the sE DCM6? Are the switches on the back easy to distinguish by touch? Or should I stick to the industry-standard Shure? *3. Mobile Connectivity (Android & iPhone):* Crucially, I also need to use this interface with my *OnePlus 13 (Android)* and *iPhone 15*. - Does the Scarlett Solo (4th Gen) work as a "plug-and-play" class-compliant device on these phones? - Has anyone experienced power drain issues when running it off a phone battery, or do you recommend using a powered hub/power bank in the chain? Any advice, specifically from a "blindness perspective" regarding the physical layout and cross-platform reliability of these units, would be incredibly helpful. Thanks in advance, -- Disclaimer: 1. Contents of the mails, factual, or otherwise, reflect the thinking of the person sending the mail and AI in no way relates itself to its veracity; 2. AI cannot be held liable for any commission/omission based on the mails sent through this mailing list.. Search for old postings at: http://www.mail-archive.com/[email protected]/ --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "AccessIndia" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to [email protected]. To view this discussion visit https://groups.google.com/a/accessindia.org.in/d/msgid/accessindia/CAMudc6yFWhnxPJZMVTbSb4s-%2Bwd6P0qk6ubVX8svnJ-KMutpsg%40mail.gmail.com.
