There’s an old saying in audio: “Shit In, Shit Out.” In other words, if your original recording sounds bad, no amount of post-production magic can completely fix it. That said, AI-powered audio tools can help improve and clean up your recordings. But which one does it best?

In this episode, Eric tests Adobe Speech Enhancement and Descript Studio Sound, letting you decide which one sounds better. Whether you're a podcaster, YouTuber, or content creator, these tools can help level up your audio quality by reducing background noise, enhancing clarity, and making your voice sound more professional. By the end of this episode, you’ll know how to use both tools, hear how they perform on the same piece of audio, and determine which one fits your needs best.

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What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why recording quality matters – The importance of good mic technique and a quiet environment before using AI enhancement.

• How to use Descript Studio Sound – A step-by-step breakdown of adjusting intensity levels (25%, 50%, 75%, and 100%) and how each setting affects audio quality.

• How to use Adobe Speech Enhancement – A walkthrough of the free and paid versions, plus how adjusting background noise settings impacts the final sound at (25%, 50%, 75%, and 100%) processing.

• Comparing the results – Which tool delivers the most natural sound? Which one over-processes audio? Find out the strengths and weaknesses of each.

• Best practices for using AI audio tools – When to apply enhancement and when to avoid over-processing.

Key Takeaways: 

✅ Descript Studio Sound: Great for adding depth and richness but can introduce robotic artifacts at high settings. 

✅ Adobe Speech Enhancement: Removes background noise well and sounds clearer at higher intensities but can make audio feel too sterile. 

✅ Balance is key: Cranking AI enhancements too high can lead to unnatural, over-processed sound.

 ✅ Your mileage may vary: The effectiveness of these tools depends on the quality of your original recording.

📢 Which tool do you prefer?—Adobe Speech Enhancement or Descript Studio Sound? Let us know in the comments