Good audio recording is crucial for accurate minutes of HOA meetings. Poor audio can lead to inaccurate transcriptions, significantly reducing the quality of the minutes. Here are some tips to improve recording quality:

1. Using a good microphone

Although smartphones make reasonable recordings, the use of an external microphone is highly recommended. External microphones, such as a good value microphone like the Jabra 510, offer clear, accurate audio by minimizing background noise and clearly capturing the speaker's voice. This results in a higher reliability score for your transcriptions.

For larger meetings, for example, there is the Jabra 810, which has an even greater ability to capture sound from multiple directions and deliver consistent quality, even in larger rooms. This type of microphone is designed to work effectively in different environments and with different numbers of speakers, making it ideal for HOA meetings.

2. Minimize background noise

Background noise can greatly affect the quality of the recording. Make sure the meeting room is as quiet as possible by turning off devices such as air conditioners, fans, and computers. Ask participants to be quiet when not speaking, or at least let the other participants speak out.

3. Allow for speaker variation

Different voice volumes and tones can affect transcription accuracy. Make sure that all speakers speak clearly and consistently, and try to avoid overlaps in speech. This will make it easier for the AI to correctly identify and capture each speaker.

4. Check the equipment beforehand

Before the meeting begins, it is important to test the recording equipment to make sure everything is working properly. This helps avoid unexpected problems during the meeting and ensures that the recording is of the highest quality.

A handy tip that we at Tripleblue always use: tap the microphone with something hard to test whether it is connected properly. When you listen back to the test clip, you can clearly hear whether the recording went through the microphone or still through your smartphone, for example.

Conclusion

Improving recording quality is a simple way to increase the accuracy of your minutes. By using the right microphone, minimizing background noise, and having speakers speak clearly, you can ensure that your HOA meetings are recorded efficiently and smoothly.

Use these tips to get the most out of your Tripleblue AI note-taking software and enjoy effortlessly accurate minutes!