Which tools and gear does Gabrielle Nistico recommend for aspiring voice actors?

I focus less on shiny toys and more on solid, reliable basics that match where you are in your career. From there, I help you build up strategically instead of impulse-buying half of Sweetwater.

Core gear I typically steer beginners toward:

• An entry- to mid-level XLR condenser mic (not a $50 USB mic)
• A simple 2‑channel audio interface
• Closed‑back studio headphones (not gaming or Bluetooth)
• A treated recording space (panels, blankets, reflection control)
• Reliable recording software (Audacity, Reaper, TwistedWave, etc.)

As you progress, we refine or upgrade based on your natural sound, the work you’re targeting, and your budget.

What gear do you already own, if any, and what kind of voiceover work are you hoping to do?