Podcast recording for a Blind or Visually Impaired person

DrumAccess (Drum Libraries)

Welcome to the DrumAccess libraries page

We are very happy to present our drum libraries, usable by everyone, but specially designed for the blind.

Since 2023, ReaperAccessible has been committed to creating drum libraries specifically for blind musicians using Reaper. We've integrated tools like the Behringer X-Touch Universal control surface and CSI, as well as OSARA settings, to ensure an accessible and immersive musical experience for everyone.

We're announcing the release of a series of drum libraries, which we hope will meet all your needs.

Discover how we make DrumAccess libraries in this Youtube video

ReaperAccessible has two recording studios, one in Montreal, Canada, and another in Clermont-Ferrand, France. In this video, we invite you to discover our Montreal studio, where we capture the Mapex - Mars Birch Shell Pack drums Kit to create high-quality samples.

Join us as we explore every step of the DrumAccess library development, from conception to the final product.

You'll get an in-depth look at our audio sampling process and the creation of these valuable tools.

Documentation and Tutorials.

Creating a podcast is a great way to share your ideas, knowledge and stories with the world. For people with visual impairments, recording podcasts may seem like a challenge, but thanks to accessible tools like Reaper, this activity becomes not only possible but also enjoyable and rewarding.

Reaper: Accessible Software for Recording Podcasts

Reaper is audio production software known for its flexibility and advanced capabilities. It is particularly suitable for people with visual impairments thanks to extensions like OSARA (Open Source Accessibility for the REAPER Application). OSARA improves Reaper's accessibility by making its interface usable with screen readers such as NVDA. You can download OSARA from here..

Get started with Podcast Recording

To get started, it is essential to configure Reaper correctly and install the necessary extensions like OSARA. Here are some key steps to get started:

Visit ReaperAccessible.fr to download Reaper and recommended extensions.
Use a good quality microphone to record your voice.
Learn how to use Reaper's editing features to improve the quality of your recording.
Export your podcast in the format of your choice and share it with your audience.

Using Reaper with NVDA

For blind users, combining Reaper with the NVDA screen reader is particularly beneficial. NVDA, free and open-source, allows smooth navigation in Reaper. With OSARA, interacting with Reaper becomes even more accessible, allowing users to control every aspect of podcast recording and editing.

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