Audio Production & Podcast Services? Sounds Great.
As a production company, we love pretty images, but we know how important high-quality audio is to any project. Big Teeth's Chicago audio production studio handles everything from full podcast production to voice-over demos to sound design services that give your videos that extra something.
After two decades of video production under our belt, we've learned that great audio isn't optional, it's what separates professional content from "well, I guess that works." We bring that same attention to detail and collaborative spirit to every audio project, whether it's part of a larger video production or stands on its own.
What Audio Production We Do (And Do Well)
Full Podcast Production
By the year 2027 it's said that everyone in the known universe will have their own podcast, so if you're going to have one, it shouldn't be terrible. Sure, you could rent a room somewhere and hope for the best. Or you could work with people who know how to make podcasts that sound professional from day one. We can meet you where you are: help polish scripts or question lists, record multiple hosts and guests in our studio, edit out the "ums" and awkward pauses, and mix it so everyone sounds great. Once you're ready to deliver, we'll help get it where it needs to be.
Whether you're launching your first show or your current setup sounds like you're recording in a bathroom, we'll get you sorted. Our podcast recording studio in Chicago is a great spot for those who need real quality without lots of bells and whistles that also bring up the cost.
Voice Over Demos
As a long time producer of videos, particularly in the world of animation, we have put countless voice recordings into the world. We've heard the good, the bad and the ugly and understand when it needs to be matter-of-fact or when you just need more smile (really that's a thing people can hear).
If you're talent building a demo reel, we just might be the best option of Chicago audio studios when it comes to quality and cost. Our studio is about being comfy and convenient and sounding amazing, despite having no glass boxes for you to stand inside. Our voice-over services get you through all stages of the process to end up with a killer reel: choose the right scripts, direct your reads, and level and mix your session into something that sounds polished and dare we say, awesome. As much as we love our pillows, they work best for sleeping on, not for annunciating into.
Voice-Over Services for Video Projects
A lot of companies send out a script to a VO artist and hope for the best. Not us. We know how absolutely crucial the right tone, attitude, and inflection can be in being successful. We've produced and directed so many videos that need the right voice that we can do it with our eyes closed.
Our Chicago audio studio handles the whole process: casting, scheduling, recording, leveling and mixing whatever you need. From commercial reads to explainer video narration to that warm, trustworthy voice your documentary needs, we’ve got voice-over services to find the right talent and record them properly.
Audio Post-Production for Video Projects
Every video we produce gets the full audio treatment - sound design, mixing, choosing music, and finishing. Because here's the thing: people will forgive muddy out-of-focus visuals before they'll tolerate remotely bad audio. Ask anyone… and if the audio is clear they'll answer.
Our audio mixing and sound design services make sure your corporate video doesn't sound like… well, a corporate video, your brand film has all the feels, and your animation has all the right boings. After nearly two decades of video production, we know that great audio can elevate good footage and save mediocre footage.
Audio Studio Rental
Sometimes you just need a good space with proper equipment and someone who knows how to use it. Located in the Ravenswood neighborhood of Chicago, just two minutes from the brown line, our audio production studio has the ideal combination of sound quality, comfort, and versatility.
If you're ready to graduate from your bedroom closet, our studio is available for your projects when you want to handle the creative direction but need professional facilities. Clean sound, comfortable environment, and we'll stay out of your way unless you want our input.
Got Something Else in Mind?
ADR for your film? A small acoustic set that lives in your brain? Something weird and wonderful we haven't thought of? Let's talk. We've been doing this long enough to figure out most audio challenges.
Why Choose Big Teeth for Audio Production Services?
We Know What Good Sounds Like
After thousands of voice recordings, podcast episodes, and audio mixes, we can tell the difference between "that'll work" and "that sounds amazing." We've heard enough bad audio to know exactly how to avoid it.
Audio-Forward Thinking
While other studios treat audio as an afterthought, we approach every project knowing that sound can make or break your content. Whether it's finding the right vocal tone for your brand or crafting a soundscape that supports your story, we think about audio strategically from the start.
Studio Without the Attitude
No pretentious engineers, no glass boxes, no "you wouldn't understand" explanations. Just a comfortable space where you can focus on creating great content while we handle the technical stuff. We'll explain what we're doing and why, in actual English.
Flexible Service Levels
Need full-service podcast production? We've got you. Just want to rent the Chicago audio studio for a few hours? That works too. We can meet you wherever you are in the process and scale our involvement to match your needs and budget.
Our Audio Production Process
(Because Someone Always Asks)
Learn About Your Project
What are you making? Who's listening? Where will this live? How will people experience it? All the questions that inform how we approach the technical stuff.
Plan and Prep
Studio time, equipment needs, talent coordination if needed. The boring-but-essential logistics that keep projects on track and on budget.
Record
Whether it's a podcast conversation, voice-over session, or ADR work, we focus on capturing great performances in a comfortable environment.
Edit and Mix
This is where good becomes great. Editing for flow and clarity, mixing for impact and consistency, adding music and sound design that enhances instead of overwhelming.
Deliver
Files in the format you need, when you need them, with actual humans available to answer questions or make changes.
Frequently asked questions
Ready to Sound Better?
Whether you need a full podcast production partner, a professional voice-over demo, or a place to record high quality audio in Chicago, we're here to help.
Contact us to discuss your audio project, tour our Chicago studio, or just ask questions about what's possible. We're pretty easy to talk to.
Contact us to discuss your project, tour the space, or get pricing for your specific needs.