Methods Used to Record EVP

Recording for EVP can be done in several ways, but there are three main methods that are used most often by paranormal investigators. Each method has its pros and cons, but all have a place in the field.


Question & Answer:

The first method is most often used on paranormal investigations. It is an easy method to do, but there are some things that seem to work better than others (based on my own experiences). Let me outline how this method is usually done: 

The investigator will generally come to an investigation with a written or printed list of questions to ask for the first recording session or two. Even if a lot of the history of a location is known, many investigators will start out with the same questions for the first recording. My personal favorite question to start with is, “Is there anyone here who would like to talk to me/us?”. I have gotten a few no’s, but that still tells me that a spirit is there; it just isn’t feeling talkative just then. Many groups either started, or have made it a point to write down their beginning questions prior to getting to a location. Having them written down dramatically cuts down on all of the “ummmm’s” and “uhhhhh’s” in between questions and it ensures that you don’t miss anything you wanted to ask. From the client’s perspective it also helps to make you appear more professional because 1, you come prepared to start and 2, you look confident in what you are doing. If you haven’t heard of the theory that ghosts/spirits can read you mind, it is actually a popular one. Obviously there is the big flaw of proving that you actually asked any questions at all prior to getting responses, but it should be taken into consideration when doing investigations. Since you actually say most things in your head as you are writing them or before you speak them, spirits could be answering you while you are writing or thinking and not ready for them.