Noise Floor Madness: What the Numbers Actually Mean
The Pro Audio Suite
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...
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Microphones for Voiceover – Which Ones Really Deliver? | The Pro Audio Suite
The Pro Audio Suite
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...
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The Tiny Audio Interface That Shocked the Pros | The Pro Audio Suite
The Pro Audio Suite
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...
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The Tiny Audio Interface That Shocked the Pros | The Pro Audio Suite
The Pro Audio Suite
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...
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Is It Time for a VO Conference in Australia?
The Pro Audio Suite
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...
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Exploring Plugins with Matthew Kleinman from KIT Plugins & NoizHub
The Pro Audio Suite
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...
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The Battle for Your Voice: Cissy Jones & Larissa Gallagher Take on AI | The Pro Audio Suite
The Pro Audio Suite
Award-winning voice actors Cissy Jones and Larissa Gallagher have seen their voices stolen by AI. Literally. In this hard-hitting episode of The Pro Audio Suite, they join us to share the shocking reality of finding their voices on AI platforms — being sold, shared, and synthesized without consent or compensation. But they’re not just here to sound the alarm — they’re here with solutions. We dive into: How they discovered their voices were being used The legal and ethical grey areas of AI voice cloning Their fight for control through advocacy with NAVA (National Association of...
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Read It Like You’re Dead Inside?! - VO Direction Gone Mad | Pro Audio Suite
The Pro Audio Suite
What’s the weirdest direction you've ever received in a session? "Read it more magenta"? "Give me rage, but lean toward anger"? "Sound like a potato"? In this week’s episode of The Pro Audio Suite, Robbo, AP, George, and Robert dive into the hilariously bizarre world of VO direction that makes absolutely no sense… and yet somehow still happens every day. Pulled straight from Robbo’s viral LinkedIn thread, this episode is packed with laugh-out-loud moments, real-life war stories, and a bit of therapy for anyone who's ever heard: “That was perfect. Let’s do one more.” 😵💫...
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Building Doors with Christy Harst | The Pro Audio Suite
The Pro Audio Suite
This week, The Pro Audio Suite breaks tradition — and smashes a few stereotypes along the way — as we welcome Christy Harst to the show. Christy is a voice actor and founder of Building Doors, a grassroots movement dedicated to creating opportunities for women in male-dominated sectors like sports, automotive, gaming, and tech voiceover. After years of hitting roadblocks, Christy decided to stop waiting for the industry to change — and started building her own doors. In this wide-ranging, real, and sometimes confronting conversation, we dive into: The harsh realities facing women in...
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Mass Matters: Booth Design Lessons from NAB | The Pro Audio Suite
The Pro Audio Suite
Title: NAB 2026 Recap: Booths, Bridges & Broadcast Breakthroughs Description: We’re back from NAB — well, two of us are! George and Robert hit the Las Vegas show floor to scope out the latest in broadcast tech, while AP and Robbo keep the audio nerd banter flowing. In this episode: A deep dive on ultra-high-end ISO booths like MECART and the pros/cons of serious soundproofing The rise and practicality of Cousteau Block acoustic systems The origin story of SourceConnect and how it revolutionised VO and remote workflows The surprising legacy of SourceNexus, and how it changed...
info_outlineA little silly, but AP wondered if there was a "uniform" for voice artists. We all got on the bandwagon and well... If you know and love the show, you'll know where this is going...
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