My New Voice Actor Career Gear Guide: Find Your Perfect Equipment, Books, and Software!
- Tom Dheere
- 3 days ago
- 4 min read
Behold! I give you... My brand-spanking-new VO Gear & More Recommendation Page for Voice Actors!
A Quick (but Important) Detour: The Affiliate Bit
This is an affiliate page. What does that mean in plain English? It means that I've curated a list of products and services that I genuinely believe are excellent for voice actors, from beginner to advanced. If you click on a link on the page and end up buying something, I might earn a small commission from the vendor.
BUT – and this is a crucial "but" – this does not cost you a single penny extra. The price you pay is exactly the same whether you use my link or go directly to the vendor's site. Unless, that is, there's a special discount for using my affiliate link. For example, if you use this link to sign up for Quickbooks, you get 90% off for the next three months!
What Goodies Await You?
I've tried to break it down into sensible sections to make things as easy as possible. While I can't give you a live tour here in this blog post, let me walk you through the highlights and the kinds of stuff waiting for you when you click through:
Capturing Your Golden Tones: Microphones
First up, we're talking about the absolute essentials. The foundational building blocks of your voiceover kingdom. This section is dedicated to the Microphones that will capture your golden pipes. We're talking options for different budgets and different needs – maybe some trusty USB mics for those starting out, and some more high-end XLR options for the pros. You'll find recommendations to get you sounding crisp and clear.
The Brains of the Operation: Interfaces and Hardware
Once you've got your mic sorted, you need something to plug it into. So, the next logical step is the Audio Interfaces and Mixers section. This is where you'll find the gadgets that convert your glorious analog voice signal into digital data your computer can understand. Options here range from simple interfaces for solo artists to more complex mixers if you're planning on interviewing podcast guests or using multiple mics.
Listen Up! Accessories and Software
Sound is important, but so is hearing what you sound like! This section features recommendations for headphones suitable for tracking and editing, and potentially some monitor options if you have the space and budget for speakers.
Let's not forget the environment! Your recording space plays a huge role in the quality of your audio. This is where you'll also discover tools and materials to help tame echoes, reduce background noise, and create a professional-sounding recording environment, whether it's simple foam panels or more advanced solutions.
Beyond the core gear, there are always those handy extras that make life easier. This includes recommendations for pop filters (save your mic from those plosives!), microphone stands, cables, and software recommendations for your voiceover business.
Level Up Your Skills: Books
These books? They changed my life. Some of them hit me so hard, I actually felt nauseous because they forced me to face some tough truths. If you’re serious about leveling up your voiceover game (and your life), you NEED to read books like Voice Over Legal by Rob Sciglimpaglia. And Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki? This one gives you the financial smarts you didn’t know you were missing. A lot of these books aren’t just for voice artists—they’re for anyone who wants to stop screwing around and start crushing it.
My New Best Friends: Approved Partners
I know how freaking confusing it is to figure out what actually works for your voiceover biz. That’s why I’ve partnered with these brands—they get it, and they’ve got the goods. Whether it’s high-quality gear, killer training, or marketing support to make your career blow up, these partners have you covered. And a lot of them offer sweet discounts, so you don’t have to break the bank to get your hands on the good stuff. Trust me, this is the real deal.
Go Forth and Gear Up!
So there you have it! A brief tour of what you'll find on the partnership page. I've poured through many options and picked out things that I believe offer good value and performance for voice actors at every stage.
So, go ahead! Click the button below, have a browse, and see if anything catches your eye (or ear). Remember, no pressure to buy, but if you do find something useful and purchase it through my link, you'll be supporting this little corner of the internet dedicated to all things voiceover.
If you have suggestions for other gear, books, or software, tell me! I'll be happy to check them out and add them to the page as appropriate.
Happy hunting, and may your recordings be ever clean and clear!
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Through VO Strategist, Tom's provided voiceover business & marketing coaching since 2011. He's also a voice actor with over 25 years of experience who has narrated just about every type of voice over you can think of. When not voicing or talking about voicing, Tom produces the sci-fi comic book Agent 1.22.
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