🎙 Your waveform doesn’t need to look massive to sound good.
In this week’s A Minute on Your Mic, I’m breaking down how to set your gain properly — without chasing big peaks or magic numbers.
We cover:
• What the gain knob actually controls
• Why it’s not your DAW fader
• How much headroom you really need
• What changes if your read gets dynamic
Clean input = easier editing, smoother mix, less stress later.
If gain has ever confused you before hitting record, save this one for next time you’re setting up.
Got a topic you want me to tackle next? Drop it below 👇
#AMinuteOnYourMic #JustAskRobbo #VoiceOverTips #PodcastingTips #HomeStudio #MicrophoneTips
I’ve launched a new podcast called It’s Not Rocket Science 🎙️
It’s all about the thinking behind radio imaging.
Why it works when it works.
Why it doesn’t when it doesn’t.
Episode one is a proper long-form chat with Duncan Campbell about how imaging actually supports content and brand, not just fills space.
If you’re into radio, imaging, or how sound shapes a station’s identity, this one’s for you.
/us/podcast/its-not-rocket-science/id1873471544
Is a $2000 mic really ten times better than a $200 mic?
Not quite… but there are a few key things you’re actually paying for.
In this week’s A Minute on Your Mic, I break down the five things that separate a great mic from a cheap one — in plain English.
🎙️ Capsule quality
🎧 Self-noise
🎙️ Off-axis behaviour
🎧 Build quality
🎙️ Longevity
Featuring the RØDE NT1 5th Gen, Neumann TLM 103, and the industry favourite Sennheiser 416.
Got a mic myth or question you want me to tackle next week? Comment below 👇
#AMinuteOnYourMic #JustAskRobbo #MicrophoneTips #VoiceOverTips #PodcastAudio #HomeStudio #AudioEngineer #SoundTips #voiceactorlife
Ever wondered what “cardioid” actually means?
It’s not a heart condition… it’s how your mic listens. 🎙️
In the first episode of A Minute on Your Mic, I break down what cardioid pickup patterns really do, why they’re perfect for voiceover and podcast work, and how to find the sweet spot for cleaner, more pro-sounding audio.
Featuring the RØDE NT1 5th Gen, Neumann TLM 103, RØDE NTG4+, and the classic Sennheiser 416.
Got a mic myth you want me to tackle next week? Drop it in the comments 👇
#AMinuteOnYourMic #JustAskRobbo #MicrophoneTips #VoiceOverTips #PodcastAudio #HomeStudio #AudioEngineer #VoiceActorLife #soundtips
Reel Roll Out 🍻October @buildingdoorsvo
🍺 Women drink alcohol… so why shouldn’t we talk to them too?
@pureblonde_aus 🍻💛🫶
💪🚪The Building Doors campaign advocates for equal opportunities in the voice-over industry, particularly within male-dominated brands like alcohol, sports, cars and promos. It highlights female voice actors voicing ads traditionally done by men, urging brands and agencies to embrace gender diversity. By pushing for equal opportunities for both men and women, the campaign aims to foster industry-wide equity.
💥Thanks to my “reel team” 🎙️⏺️ @soundslikevoodoo for the script and production, and @caracalabs for putting it altogether👌🎞️🎬🖤
🧡 @foxytonguevoices@buildingdoorsvo 💪
🙆🏼♀️ Ford Ranger voiced by a girl?
👌 Did you know that more women are buying utes, and they are generally the ones that make the final decision on what car the family has… SO, let’s speak to them!
💡This reel is for demo purposes, showcasing the shift on listening to a female voice these types of ads.
🙋🏼♀️ What do you think?
💪🚪The Building Doors campaign advocates for equal opportunities in the voice-over industry, particularly within male-dominated brands like sports. It highlights female voice actors voicing ads traditionally done by men, urging brands and agencies to embrace gender diversity. By pushing for equal opportunities for both men and women, the campaign aims to foster industry-wide equity.
💥Thanks to my “reel team” @soundslikevoodoo for the script and production, and @caracalabs for putting it altogether👌
🧡 @foxytonguevoices@buildingdoorsvo 💪 🚪🫶💥
And…. My husband for lending me his sassy shirt! 😝♥️
If you’ve ever thought:
“I think my audio sounds okay?”
This is for you.
🔧 Learn what’s wrong, what to listen for, and how to fix it — without buying more gear.
🎟️ $30 AUD (includes replay)
🛠️ $60 if you want me to fix your audio live
DM me the word “FIX” and I’ll send you the link.
#voiceovers #homestudio #audiotips #podcasters #voiceactors #justaskrobbo #voiceactors #podcasters #studiosetup
🎆 FLASHBACK FRIDAY kicks off!
Every week I’m diving into the Voodoo Sound vault to bring back some of the classics — the quirky, the clever, the iconic.
This week? A classy big band jingle from 1992 for Bob Blades at Ferny Grove Meats.
Written by Louis Rogers, voiced with style, and topped off with Bob’s weekly specials on Triple M Brisbane.
🎶 “Our meat can’t be beat…”
Yup, they don’t make ’em like this anymore.
👉 Radio Imaging is a Voodoo Sound thing.
If you need IDs, stingers, or that signature sound — I’ve got you.
🔗 Link in bio or hit up voodoosound.com.au/radio-imaging
#FlashbackFriday #RadioImaging #JingleLife #VoiceOver #AudioNerd #TripleM #VoodooSound #JustAskRobbo #SoundDesign #OldSchoolCool #HomeStudio
