POV AUDIO LLC
Frank Verderosa
Casting • Mixing • Sound Design • Radio

Black Friday has officially landed, and I’m rolling out the kind of savings that make your inner bargain-hunter do a little tap dance.

If you’ve ever shopped for studio headphones and wondered why some say 32 ohm, 80 ohm, or 250 ohm, you’re not alone. Most voice actors hit this moment of panic: “Did I just buy the wrong kind? Am I about to blow up my interface? Why are numbers suddenly happening to me?!” Deep breath. You’re fine. Let’s break it down in plain English.

Fix the hollow, “double-bussed” sound from your Universal Audio Apollo on Zoom! Learn how to update Zoom, select the right input/output, disable auto-levels, choose a single mic channel, and enable Original Sound. These quick steps give voice actors clean, professional audio every time—no phase-y echoes, just crystal-clear sound for your sessions and auditions.

Considering updating to MacOS26 Tahoe? If you’re a voice actor or recording professional, here’swy it’s wise to slow your roll.

Many voice actors try to “fix” noisy recordings with noise gates—only to make them sound worse. Here’s why that happens- a how to fix it!

Buzzing or humming in your VO recordings? Discover how cable placement and shielding can impact your audio—and how to fix it fast.

Prime Day is the perfect time for voice actors to upgrade their home studios without overspending. Whether you’re just getting started or ready to level up, there are major discounts on microphones, interfaces, and essential accessories. From budget-friendly backups to pro-level gear, we’ve rounded up the top deals to help you get the most bang for your buck. Check back often from July 8–11 for updates on the best gear steals!

A simple pre-flight checklist for voice actors using Source-Connect. Learn how to use echo test connections to verify your setup before recording or going live with clients.

As a voice actor, you’re often juggling fast auditions, client deliverables, and a mix of tech tools to get files where they need to go. Maybe you’ve sent off a perfect take only to find out the client never saw the WeTransfer email… because it landed in spam. Or maybe they had to open a browser tab, log into Dropbox, and then navigate a maze of folders.Let’s talk about smarter, more professional ways to deliver files—whether it’s a quick MP3 audition or a full session of WAV

Hey voice actors! Confused by LUFS, RMS, and dBFS? You’re not alone. Voice actors face a maze of meters and loudness standards. From TV broadcast levels to audiobook specs, knowing how to read your meters—Peak, RMS, LUFS—helps you deliver clean, professional audio every time.