When Should You Process Your Audio—and When Should You Leave It Clean?

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This week on The Pro Audio Suite, we’re tackling a topic that trips up a lot of voice talent: processed voice over.

What does “processing” really mean when a client asks for it? Should you send your files squeaky clean, lightly polished, or fully mastered? And how do you avoid overcooking your audio before it even hits the mix?

George Whittam, Robert Marshall, Andrew Peters, and Robbo break it all down, including:
🎙️ What basic processing actually involves
🔊 The difference between a gentle clean-up and heavy-handed treatment
📂 How to ask the right questions so you deliver exactly what your client expects
🎧 Why your environment matters more than your plugins

Proudly sponsored by Tri-Booth and Austrian Audio.
We only endorse products we actually believe in—and these are two of the best in the game.

Don’t forget to check out Tri-Booth (use code TRIPAP200) and explore the OC818 from Austrian Audio for your studio.

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Ever watched Spider-Man swinging across the city and heard crowds gasping, yelling, or whispering in the background? Those voices don’t record themselves—loopers do that. In this episode, we meet voice actors who specialize in looping and learn how they bring background scenes to life.
They share stories from the studio, tips for aspiring loopers, and insights into why this small community is so important to every production.

🎤 In This Episode:

• What is looping, and why does Hollywood rely on it?

• How loopers are cast and directed

• The difference between looping, ADR, and Foley

• How voice matches work

• Why looping is hard to break into—and why it’s worth it

• The impact of AI on this specialized craft

🔊 Sponsored by:

• Tri-Booth — The ultimate portable vocal booth

• Austrian Audio — Making passion heard

Subscribe, rate, and review if you enjoy the show.

A big shout-out to our sponsors, Austrian Audio and Tri Booth. Both these companies are providers of QUALITY Audio Gear (we wouldn't partner with them unless they were), so please, if you're in the market for some new kit, do us a solid and check out their products, and be sure to tell em "Robbo, George, Robert, and AP sent you"... As a part of their generous support of our show, Tri Booth is offering $200 off a brand-new booth when you use the code TRIPAP200. So get onto their website now and secure your new booth...

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And if you're in the market for a new Mic or killer pair of headphones, check out Austrian Audio. They've got a great range of top-shelf gear..

https://austrian.audio/

We have launched a Patreon page in the hopes of being able to pay someone to help us get the show to more people and in turn help them with the same info we're sharing with you. If you aren't familiar with Patreon, it’s an easy way for those interested in our show to get exclusive content and updates before anyone else, along with a whole bunch of other "perks" just by contributing as little as $1 per month. Find out more here.. https://www.patreon.com/proaudiosuite George has created a page that is strictly for Pro Audio Suite listeners, so check it out for the latest discounts and offers for TPAS listeners.

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“When the going gets weird, the weird turn professional.”

Hunter S Thompson

This week on The Pro Audio Suite, we're diving deep into a topic that sparks endless debate (and confusion) in VO forums everywhere: the noise floor. What does "-74 dB" even mean if you don't know how it was measured? And why are voice actors obsessing over numbers that might not matter?

Join AP, Robbo, George The Tech, and Robert Marshall as they break down:

• What noise floor really is (and what it isn't)

• Why context, weighting, and window size matter

• RMS vs Peak vs LUFS – and why it all depends

• How your mic, preamp, plugins, and power can mess with your readings

• Whether your studio noise is actually a problem or just sounds nice

We even talk about whether it's OK to use a high-pass filter, what settings to use, and why some mics (looking at you, TLM 103) are just better at hearing ghosts.

If you’ve ever been told “your studio needs to be -60 dB or else,” this episode will save you some sleepless nights.

🎧 Thanks to our sponsors:
TriBooth – Use the code TRIPAP200 to get $200 off your TriBooth.
Austrian Audio – Making passion heard

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This week, it's all about the front end — microphones for voiceover. George recently ran a live webinar comparing a wide range of mics from the Audio-Technica AT875R to the mighty Austrian Audio OC818, and we’re diving deep into the results.

From self-noise to low-end roll-off, polar patterns to punchy midrange, we break down what makes a great mic for VO, including:

🎧 Why the AT875R punches above its weight
🎙️ The OC818 and CC8 — why Robbo and AP love them
💡 What makes the Mojave M50 a hidden gem
💥 The big-name mics like the 416, U67 and beyond
🔬 How capsule design and manufacturing history still matter
📦 The surprising pros and cons of handheld condensers
🎤 And whether a kick drum mic could actually work for voice!

If you’ve ever wondered what mic is “the one” for VO, this is the episode for you.

A big shout out to our sponsors, Austrian Audio and Tri Booth. Both these companies are providers of QUALITY Audio Gear (we wouldn't partner with them unless they were), so please, if you're in the market for some new kit, do us a solid and check out their products, and be sure to tell em "Robbo, George, Robert, and AP sent you"... As a part of their generous support of our show, Tri Booth is offering $200 off a brand-new booth when you use the code TRIPAP200. So get onto their website now and secure your new booth...

https://tribooth.com/

And if you're in the market for a new Mic or killer pair of headphones, check out Austrian Audio. They've got a great range of top-shelf gear..

https://austrian.audio/

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“When the going gets weird, the weird turn professional.”

Hunter S Thompson

This week on The Pro Audio Suite, we dig into the lab-tested results of our very own PASport VO, the portable audio interface designed for voice talent and podcasters. George took it to a respected LA repair shop for an independent bench test, and the results? Minus 89 dB of self-noise. Translation: it's dead quiet.

The Jasmine™ preamps inside impressed the pros, even when compared to far more expensive gear. And the design? Tough, tiny, and travel-ready. But here's the kicker: unless there's enough demand, there won't be another production run.

If you missed out the first time, now’s your chance to change that. We want this thing back in production, and Michael at CEntrance needs to hear it from you.

👉 Want one? Email CEntrance. Harass Michael (nicely). Make some noise. mgoodman@centrance.com

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🎛️ Got audio issues? JustAskRobbo.com

Thanks to our sponsors:
🎙️ TriBooth – get $200 off with code TRIPAP200
🎧 Austrian Audio – Making Passion Heard.

A big shout-out to our sponsors, Austrian Audio and Tri Booth. Both these companies are providers of QUALITY Audio Gear (we wouldn't partner with them unless they were), so please, if you're in the market for some new kit, do us a solid and check out their products, and be sure to tell em "Robbo, George, Robert, and AP sent you"... As a part of their generous support of our show, Tri Booth is offering $200 off a brand-new booth when you use the code TRIPAP200. So get onto their website now and secure your new booth...

https://tribooth.com/

And if you're in the market for a new Mic or killer pair of headphones, check out Austrian Audio. They've got a great range of top-shelf gear..

https://austrian.audio/

We have launched a Patreon page in the hopes of being able to pay someone to help us get the show to more people and in turn help them with the same info we're sharing with you. If you aren't familiar with Patreon, it’s an easy way for those interested in our show to get exclusive content and updates before anyone else, along with a whole bunch of other "perks" just by contributing as little as $1 per month. Find out more here.. https://www.patreon.com/proaudiosuite George has created a page that is strictly for Pro Audio Suite listeners, so check it out for the latest discounts and offers for TPAS listeners.

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“When the going gets weird, the weird turn professional.”

Hunter S Thompson

This week, it’s just AP and Robbo flying the plane—and they’re kicking around an idea that’s been brewing for a while:
👉 Should we launch a voiceover conference right here in Australia?

We know there are VO events in the US and UK, but barely anything for Aussie or Kiwi talent. So… what would it look like if we ran one? Who would show up? What would we cover?

We chat about:

• The gap in the local VO scene

• Robbo’s Home Studio Rehab webinar (coming up June 12th — $30, and 5 attendees get their audio personally reviewed)

• Remote recording tools like Source Connect and Twisted Wave

• Whether George Whittam and Robert Marshall would make the trek down under

• What agents used to do… and what they don’t anymore

• And some early demo distribution tactics involving mini SD cards (true story)

🎧 Plus, here's that link Robbo promised in the episode—a quick test we did using Twisted Wave on iOS, recorded in the car:
📱 https://youtu.be/cWcLKq215-Q

Would you be interested in a VO conference in Sydney?

Take 2 minutes to fill out our quick interest form:
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Home Studio Rehab – $30 for 90 mins of live guidance, plus 5 attendees get their audio reviewed
🔗 www.justaskrobbo.com/home-studio-rehab

The Pro Audio Suite – with Darren "Robbo" Robertson & Andrew Peters
Proudly sponsored by Tribooth (use code TRIPAP200 for $200 off)
and Austrian Audio – Making Passion Heard

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A big shout-out to our sponsors, Austrian Audio and Tri Booth. Both these companies are providers of QUALITY Audio Gear (we wouldn't partner with them unless they were), so please, if you're in the market for some new kit, do us a solid and check out their products, and be sure to tell em "Robbo, George, Robert, and AP sent you"... As a part of their generous support of our show, Tri Booth is offering $200 off a brand-new booth when you use the code TRIPAP200. So get onto their website now and secure your new booth...

https://tribooth.com/

And if you're in the market for a new Mic or killer pair of headphones, check out Austrian Audio. They've got a great range of top-shelf gear..

https://austrian.audio/

We have launched a Patreon page in the hopes of being able to pay someone to help us get the show to more people and in turn help them with the same info we're sharing with you. If you aren't familiar with Patreon, it’s an easy way for those interested in our show to get exclusive content and updates before anyone else, along with a whole bunch of other "perks" just by contributing as little as $1 per month. Find out more here.. https://www.patreon.com/proaudiosuite George has created a page that is strictly for Pro Audio Suite listeners, so check it out for the latest discounts and offers for TPAS listeners.

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“When the going gets weird, the weird turn professional.”

Hunter S Thompson

This week on The Pro Audio Suite, we’re joined by Matthew Kleinman from KIT Plugins and the newly developed NoizHub. We dive into the current plugin landscape, what makes Kit Plugins stand out, and how NoiseHub is aiming to change the way audio professionals collaborate and manage assets.

Join George ‘The Tech’ Whittam, Robert Marshall, Darren ‘Robbo’ Robertson, and Andrew Peters as they explore the tools and trends shaping the audio post-production industry today.

A big shout-out to our sponsors, Austrian Audio and Tri Booth. Both these companies are providers of QUALITY Audio Gear (we wouldn't partner with them unless they were), so please, if you're in the market for some new kit, do us a solid and check out their products, and be sure to tell em "Robbo, George, Robert, and AP sent you"... As a part of their generous support of our show, Tri Booth is offering $200 off a brand-new booth when you use the code TRIPAP200. So get onto their website now and secure your new booth...

https://tribooth.com/

And if you're in the market for a new Mic or killer pair of headphones, check out Austrian Audio. They've got a great range of top-shelf gear..

https://austrian.audio/

We have launched a Patreon page in the hopes of being able to pay someone to help us get the show to more people and in turn help them with the same info we're sharing with you. If you aren't familiar with Patreon, it’s an easy way for those interested in our show to get exclusive content and updates before anyone else, along with a whole bunch of other "perks" just by contributing as little as $1 per month. Find out more here.. https://www.patreon.com/proaudiosuite George has created a page that is strictly for Pro Audio Suite listeners, so check it out for the latest discounts and offers for TPAS listeners.

https://georgethe.tech/tpas

If you haven't filled out our survey on what you'd like to hear on the show, you can do it here:

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“When the going gets weird, the weird turn professional.”

Hunter S Thompson