The Art of Recording Prompts

Proper recording of audio prompts is key to creating an effective speech-recognition system. Once the voice talent has been cast and the prompt script finalized, it's time to get to a recording studio and ensure that all the words are spoken and recorded to express the right ideas in the right way with the right feeling.

As the director of the recording session, the designer must ensure that all of the following elements are captured correctly.

PronunciationAre the words pronounced properly?
ArticulationAre the words clear and intelligible?
IntonationIs the pitch of each prompt correct for its context?
ExpressionAre the meaning of the words being conveyed?
EmotionAre the ideas behind the words being conveyed?

If any ...

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