Description
Download the audiobook production guide that explains the step-by-step process of recording your voice narration on your own. This guide also outlines the steps to send your raw audio files for editing, proofing, and mastering.
DOWNLOAD THE GUIDE
✓ Full audio cleanup
✓ Removal of outtakes
✓ Reducing background noise
✓ Room echo removal
✓ Removal of mouth clicks
✓ Removal of static, clicks, and pops
✓ Fixing pacing and gaps
✓ Audio clip crossfading
✕ Voice-over recording
✓ Noting any skipped, repeated, or mispronounced words
✓ Proper use of narration and word emphasis
✓ Noting large gaps and pauses
✓ Consistent accents, characters, and pronunciations
✓ Unwanted sounds that were missed during editing
✓ Consistent room tone
✓ Audio processing and enhancement
✓ RMS and peak-level specifications
✓ Head and end gap specification
✓ Meta-tagging
✓ Retail Sample
✓ File conversion
HOW IT WORKS
SELECT DESIRED PACKAGE
CUSTOMIZE YOUR PACKAGE
SUBMIT FREE ONLINE QUOTE
APPROVE QUOTE & PAY
- Select your audiobook package, customize it with optional upgrades, and complete the free 30-day estimate checkout process.
- Complementary project evaluation to discuss your project with us in detail.
- Approve your estimate and pay a deposit.
- Send your prepared audiobook audio file(s) to project@travsonic.com.
- Start Project: Within 2 to 15 days (depending on the selected package), we’ll send you an audio mix for review.
- Completion: Upon approval and final payment, you will get the final high-quality WAV files and MP3 master files to upload.
Note that the project timeframe does not start from the order date. Your files will be reviewed and the project will start when confirmed.
✅ Audiobook Editing, Proofing, and Mastering Package
Note: Your narration must be recorded at the best quality possible to meet ACX’s detailed specifications. We will review the quality of your recorded narration and give any feedback if necessary before starting the project. At times, if we find the quality of the recorded material does not meet standards, we may refund you and give feedback to improve the recording.
- STARTING PACKAGE: The default package includes up to an hour of final edited audio content, proofing to script, and mastering.
- PRE-RECORDED NARRATION: This package is for the processing of unedited narration provided by the client. Recording or voice talents are not included in this package.
- QUALITY CONTROL: Our QC staff have years of experience making sure your audiobook meets the requirements for all audiobook online outlets.
- 4 FREE REVISION SESSIONS: You get 4 complimentary revision sessions. Additional revisions are $20/each. Each revision session can consist of multiple edit lists and not just one edit.
- Project consultation assisting with remote audio setup for recording at your location.
- First-time clients are offered up to 1 minute of processed audio during the estimate process.
Ready to send us your audio files? Here is a helpful checklist.
1. Export all audio files no lower than 16 bit/44.1k Wav files. Both mono and stereo are accepted. No lossy formats such as mp3.
2. All exported audio should not have extra processing such as extensive EQ, heavy compression, limiting, noise reduction, or effects. Light compression and EQ are satisfactory as long as it is at the same settings during the recording process.
3. If the audio has already been edited, be sure it is free of region clipping. No head or endpoints are cut off and has some crossfades.
4. If sending unedited audio, please include all outtakes, voice cues, and retakes preferably all in the recorded file per section.
5. Label all audio files according to the table of contents of the audiobook numbered in order such as: Opening credits, 2. Introduction, 3. Chapter 1, etc.
6. Include the final book script, eBook, or Kindle version for reference. The print version can also be mailed.
7. Include any notes that may be helpful to the editing process.
8. Copy all audio files in a folder and send them using your preferred file sharing platform such as Dropbox, Google Drive, WeTransfer, etc. Do not send files as email attachments, please.
For more information on preparation, download the help guide.
Q: Do you offer customer financing for installment payments?
A: Yes, TravSonic offers financing through Afterpay. Just pay your first installment upon your purchase of $500 or more ($2000 limit per project). You now have the leisure of starting your project today and paying overtime. Learn More
Q: Have we successfully uploaded finished audiobooks to websites such as Audible?
A: Yes, we’ve finished audiobooks successfully and they have been accepted for publishing on major audiobook websites. We will guide you every step of the way. Publishing your audiobook on ACX is included with this package.
Q: When I select a quote, do I have to purchase it?
A: No, the quote process is to get an approved estimate. We believe in first giving a free evaluation of your project. Once we feel confident that the project can be fulfilled and you approve the estimate, a payment is required.
Q: What is counted as a revision?
A: Revisions are changes to audio requested by the client during the entire project period. Often referred to as an ‘edit’, a revision typically takes the form of multiple edits done in one sitting. For example, one revision could consist of many edit changes and not just one edit per revision. Many projects take about 4 to 5 full revisions.
Q: How do I pay once I approved an estimate?
A: We will send you an invoice via email to make a secure payment online. If you wish to make a different payment method, it can be arranged.
Q: For how long are quotes valid?
A: Quotes are valid for 30 days from the issue date. This is a no-obligation quote and does not enter you into a contract or payment.
Q: After I have submitted my online project quote, what’s next?
A: Upon placing your quote, a TravSonic representative will contact you to discuss your potential project and customize your package further.
Q: I made an edit to my project after submitting it. Can I submit my files again?
A: Yes, this would count towards your complimentary revisions.
Q: When does my project start for the turnaround time?
A: Your project date starts once you have approved your quote, a payment has been made and all the project files have been received.
Q: Can you mix my project for different formats?
A: Yes, we can tailor your project to any sound spec needed for final delivery.
Q: Why are quote options available and not purchases on this website?
A: We believe in evaluating your project to get to know your needs and vision first. Since every project is different, we want to make sure you get exactly what is needed and you feel comfortable. This also ensures the best quality service to our customers.
Q: Can I have my files mailed to me?
A: Yes. We can mail your files on a portable hard drive, flash drive, or other media. This would be an extra fee.
Q: How many audio editors do we have working on an audiobook?
A: Up to 3 editors work on an audiobook at one time. This helps speed up the editing and production time.
Didn’t get your question answered? Visit the FAQ page
Travsonic.com online services are electronic non-physical or irreversible goods. With this aspect, orders can not be physically returned or exchanged after being downloaded by the Customer.
Your project is important to us and we believe in keeping our Customers satisfied. If you are unsatisfied with our service or results, we are willing to make changes and adjustments free of charge to fulfill the project in good faith.
Reasons for FULL refund
- You ordered and paid for a service but did not use the service within 30 days of the payment date. This includes not providing us with the session files or required project materials and your project has not begun. After 30 days, we may opt to automatically refund your payment.
- You ordered and paid for a service, however, your project can not be fulfilled because of file delivery issues to us, technical issues, or situations out of our control that hinders completing the project in a timely and professional manner.
Reasons for a partial refund
- You ordered and paid for a package, received your first file(s) but do not wish to proceed with the project for any reason. You will receive a 50% refund or credit of the total package price. The file(s) you received will be considered final and will not be revised until a new package or add-on is purchased to continue.
Reasons a refund Will NOT be honored
- You ordered and paid for a package, received your first file(s), revisions, and confirmed you are satisfied with the project or asked to proceed to approval.
- You ordered and paid for a package, and your project has been completed, uploaded, and sent successfully.
- You ordered and paid for a package, received your first file(s), revisions, and did not respond after 30 days. The project will be considered completed and final.
Depending on the situation where a refund can not be issued, shop credits for services in the amount determined by TravSonic will be issued. These shop credits can only be redeemed for services at www.travsonic.com. By processing an order, you automatically agree to all of these terms.
Lisa Lucca –
Audiobook Proofing & Mastering
Audiobook Title: “Ashes to Ink: A Memoir”
Working with Aaron at TravSonic was easy and professional, and we created a terrific finished recording of my audiobook! Timely responses to questions and knowledge about the platforms were added bonus to a great finished recording. I highly recommend!
Review from Trustpilot
Jeremy C –
Audiobook Mastering
Audiobook Title: “Born in Space: Unlocking Destiny (Sci-Fi Galaxy series Book 1)”
Very professional, very engaged, and very supportive. TravSonic helped me meet Audible’s standards for posting my first novel as an audiobook (more than 12 hours of narration). Aaron steered me through the process with the minimum of pain. Very pleased with the results.
Review from Trustpilot
Bradley W –
Audiobook Proofing & Mastering
Amazing thank you so much, TravSonic! It really has been a pleasure working with you. 26 chapters of 85,000+ words were edited and mastered within the week. All were uploaded to Audible and published effortlessly with no issues.
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D’Ann J –
Audiobook Editing & Mastering
Audiobook Title: “The Seasons of a Woman’s Life”
It was a pleasure working with TravSonic. Their commitment to my project and patience with me made the process easy, particularly since this was my first experience recording an audiobook. All communication was handled in a timely manner, and a great deal of intention went into assuring that I was pleased with the final product. I would absolutely use TravSonic Audio Production again!
Review from Trustpilot
Glen C –
Audiobook Editing and Mastering
Audiobook Title: “100 or Nothing: Reimagining Success in the Classroom”
Clear communication. Prompt delivery. High quality product. Flexibility and open mindedness. Competitively priced. TravSonic Studios exceeded my expectations at every turn. They are my new home for mixing and mastering. They are A+ by a long shot. They should be on everyone’s shortlist. No doubt.
Review from Trustpilot
Kathy M –
Audiobook Production
Audiobook Title: “Got Testosterone?: Men- Return to the Sexier, Stronger, Smarter You!”
I met Aaron R Reppert to produce my audiobook. Travsonic was an excellent atmosphere to do this. Thank you.
Review from Trustpilot
Ann M –
Audio Consultation
TravSonic was excellent and did all they could to help. They are also very quick to respond and went out of their way to help me at a time that was convenient for me. I would definitely hire TravSonic again. Thank you! You’re appreciated.
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Biobalance Health –
Audiobook Recording, Editing and Mastering
Thank you to TravSonic and Aaron R Reppert for making our audiobook project process easy and fun! | biobalancehealth.com
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Effortless English –
Audiobook Recording and Mastering
TravSonic was fantastic! We had a very long voice-over project and they did a great job. They were great to work with and helped us create a high-quality English course product. We will definitely be using them again! | effortlessenglish.com
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Joy Bagnol –
I wanted to cut an “air-check”, a radio demo and had my script with music ready. A great studio engineer, the equipment and mic were stellar, the editing was excellent and the engineer completed the demo with no time wasted.
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Julian Silveria –
True masters of their craft! The professionals at TravSonic continuously blow me away with their superior editing, mixing, and mastering skills! I refuse to go anywhere else for all my audio needs!
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