ASMR videos are going viral. Even YouTubers who don’t have a dedicated ASMR channel are creating ASMR videos to keep up with the trends and increase their chances of going viral.
ASMR stands for Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response, an experience that causes a “head tingling” feeling that helps people unwind and destress ASMR artists get creative and play around with gentle sounds, whisper and talk slowly to set a relaxing mood.
These videos are skyrocketing to popularity in the chaos of today’s pressuring work culture where people face issues like insomnia. Google Trends ranks ASMR searches as the #1 top inquiry in the USA and #5 worldwide.
If you haven’t created an ASMR video yet, here’s how you can get started.
1. Use an external microphone
Sound is key to creating a great ASMR video. Invest in a high sensitivity condenser microphone that seamlessly filters out background noise and captures every fine-grain ASMR trigger in detail. The microphones must have a sensitivity to record quiet sound sources with a value closer to zero. For example, a microphone with -32 dBV/Pa sensitivity value is better at capturing sound that a microphone with -49 dBV/Pa sensitivity value. You can also find microphones that you can directly connect to your phone and use on the go. There are plenty of options for less than $100 on Amazon.
2. Make a pop filter
The letters P, T and B can cause explosive bursts of air when you’re speaking into the microphone. This can cause unnatural popping sounds. A pop filter acts like a noise protection screen for your microphone and reduces jarring background noise. You can make your own pop filter using cheap home supplies like wire coat hangers and stockings, or buy it off Amazon for less than $10.
3. Soundproof your room
Your music can sound different depending on which location in your room you’re recording in. Some spots can have varying echoes, room resonance levels and sound waves. For example, if there are two empty walls facing each other, the reflective surface will cause echoes. You need to use absorbers like thick curtains on your windows, pillows, plush furniture or open your wardrobe doors to absorb the sound. Find the best spot and mark it so that you’ll remember where to set up your equipment on your next recording session.
4. Pick a theme
There are countless ASMR channels like Gentle Whispering ASMR, ASMR Glow, ASMR Magic, ASMR PPOMO and MassageASMR that cater to different ASMR themes. You can choose to whisper, tap objects using your fingernails, eat crunchy food, give head massages, role play and engage in methodical work and so much more. Watch what others in the space are doing to get more ideas.
5. Collect ASMR material
There are plenty of ASMR triggers that elicit pleasing sounds. Collect items like paper, plastic, bubble wrap, crunchy food, makeup brushes, typewriter keys, slime, wind chimes and a whole lot of other little items that are easy on the ears. You can also find ASMR toys that are designed specifically for ASMR videos.
6. Use an editing software
Pick an easy editing software to remove background noise from your video. Many ASMR YouTubers use iMovie, Audacity and Adobe Premiere Pro to edit videos. Even the slightest noises like airplanes or vehicles outside your door can reflect in your recording. So try to film at night when there are minimal chances for interference.
It’s super easy and affordable to start creating ASMR videos. Just get creative and experiment with everyday objects you see around your house. Who knows, if you stumble across a unique sound pattern, you might kickstart your very own viral ASMR trend!
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