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

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.

Voice actors: Get rid of studio hum, buzz, and static with this step-by-step troubleshooting guide using the process of elimination.

In a world where technology changes at lightning speed- there humble XLR cable hasn’t changed in decades!

If you spend any time behind a microphone (and I know you do), you’ve probably heard the tip: “Don’t worry about your recording levels being low — you can just normalize later!” This often comes up with regards to lowering the audible noise level when recording. I get it — it sounds like an easy fix. But today I want to chat with you about why starting with low levels and relying on normalization can actually hurt your sound — and what to do instead.

You became a voice actor because you love telling stories, creating characters, and bringing scripts to life. But wouldn’t it be amazing if you could really understand what clients are thinking when they’re casting? Most voice actors only ever see one part of the process: the audition. You get the spec, you send your best take — and then? Silence. You're trying to hit a moving target! That’s why I created a special class just for you: This Side of the Glass

iLok keeps your voiceover software & plugins secure, letting you work anywhere without losing access. Essential for pro voice actors!

New to voice acting or upgrading your home studio? The right mic is a game-changer—without breaking the bank! 🎤✨ Read more!

Here's a breakdown of how I was able to use iZotope's RX Music Rebalance to transform mono concert audio to a 5.1 mix.

I thought it would helpful to break down how participating via Zoom benefits voice actors- and why I insist on it for every remote session!

Mac users have been able to put their computers to sleep since 2005. However, in the audio world sleep mode could create problems!