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EFX
Effects. Another term for sound effects or SFX.
Ellipsis
Three periods in a row that usually signify a pause when reading the script.
Engineer
The person who operates the audio equipment during the voice-over session.
Equalization
Also known as EQ, it is used to stress certain frequencies, which can alter the sound of a voice.
Eye-brain-mouth coordination
What every good voice actor has to have. It is the ability to lift the words off a page effortlessly, without omitting, adding or stumbling.
Fade
To increase or decrease the volume of sound.
Fade in / Fade out
When you turn your head away from the mic or towards it.
False start
Situation where a talent makes a mistake within the first line or two of copy. The take is usually stopped and sometimes re-slated.
FCC
The Federal Communications Commission. Created in 1944 to regulate all interstate and foreign communications by Radio and Television.
Feedback
A distorted, high pitched sound, usually emanating from headphones or speakers. Many times caused by problems with the console or headphones getting t...