Voice Over Studios in Manchester
Trusted by Leading Agencies and Broadcasters
80 HERTZ operates two dedicated voice over recording studios at The Sharp Project in Manchester — built for commercial voice over, voice to picture, narration, audiobooks, and broadcast sessions. Our clients include HBO, Audible, Penguin Random House, BBC, NPR, M&C Saatchi, Saatchi & Saatchi, Grey, Leo Burnett, BBH, McCann, VICE, and Hat Trick Productions.
When you book a session at 80 HERTZ, you get an experienced engineer, world-class microphones, and a dedicated runner for client and talent care — all included in the session rate. We handle the technical side so you can focus on the performance.
See our full equipment list, ADR sound stages, and post-production services.
Remote Sessions That Work Every Time
Your producer, director, or agency can be anywhere in the world and still run the session as if they were in the room. We hold two certified Source Connect Pro licences with SessionLink Pro for multi-studio connectivity. We also support Zoom, CleanFeed, ipDTL, Source Nexus, and Teams.
For remote sessions, we provide an HD video feed of the talent via a dedicated iPad, with a separate feed showing production pictures and sound on the same call. Talent can see all participants, and vice versa. We handle all meeting links and connectivity setup ahead of the session. We schedule a line test with the pairing studio 24 hours in advance.
Facilities & Getting Here
We know that when you're sending talent to a studio they haven't been to before, you need to know the logistics are sorted.
- Free secure on-site parking with disability access
- Fully wheelchair accessible throughout, including restrooms
- On-site café with hot food and drinks (09:00–13:45 weekdays). Complimentary hot drinks and mineral water throughout sessions
- Public transport: Central Park Metrolink tram stop, 10-minute walk
- Minutes from Manchester city centre — 15 minutes by taxi from Manchester Piccadilly station
Address: 80 HERTZ Studios, The Sharp Project, Thorp Road, Manchester, M40 5BJ
Microphones
We carry one of the best microphone selections of any voice over studio in the UK.
Hi-res 96 kHz and 192 kHz options available. 2, 3, or 4 mic simultaneous records possible.
Studio Noise Rating Curve: NR17
Downloadable Specifications
Download our voice over studio specification sheet: VO Specification (PDF).
Booking Terms & Conditions
The following is a summary of key terms. Download full terms and conditions.
Booking & Confirmation
Pencil bookings are held for 5 business days unless otherwise agreed. A session is confirmed on receipt of a Purchase Order or clear written instruction via email. The exchange of project materials (scripts, media files, or session sets) constitutes a binding agreement to our terms.
Cancellation
Pencil bookings may be cancelled without charge. For confirmed sessions: more than 7 business days' notice receives a full refund or free reschedule; 48 hours to 7 business days' notice incurs 50% of the session fee; less than 48 hours' notice or no-show incurs 100% of the session fee.
Payment
Invoices are payable within 14 days (or 30 days for approved account clients). A 50% deposit is required for new clients and bookings exceeding £1,000. All rates are quoted exclusive of VAT.
Confidentiality
We take production security seriously. All project materials, scripts, talent details, and the existence of sessions are treated as confidential information. Our full confidentiality terms are robust, including 7-year obligations and provisions for encrypted picture file playback via MediaSeal. No press releases or public statements are made without your written approval.
Talent Consents
The client is responsible for obtaining all necessary consents from talent and performers prior to recording, including UK GDPR requirements and any applicable Equity or union agreements.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I book a voice over session?
Contact us by phone on +44 (0) 161 850 8088 or email info@80hertz.com with your preferred dates and session requirements. We'll pencil-hold your dates (typically for 5 business days) and confirm once we receive a Purchase Order or written confirmation.
Can my producer or agency attend remotely?
Yes. We hold two certified Source Connect Pro licences with SessionLink Pro for multi-studio connections. We also support Zoom, CleanFeed, ipDTL, Source Nexus, and Teams. Remote attendees see an HD video feed of the talent alongside production pictures and sound.
What microphones do you have?
Neumann U87, U67, M49v, U47 FET, TLM 170, Manley Reference Cardioid, Schoeps CMIT 5U and CMC6 MK41, Sennheiser MKH range, DPA, and vintage ribbon microphones including AEA R44, Royer R122, and Coles 4038.
Do you support voice to picture?
Yes. We sync with pairing studios via Source Connect Pro with LTC timecode. Picture files must have burnt-in timecode. We prefer DNxHD but also accept ProRes 422, DNx36, DV25, and DV50.
Do you provide a line test before the session?
Yes. We schedule a comprehensive Source Connect line test with the pairing studio 24 hours ahead of the session, at no additional charge.
What recording format do you deliver in?
We record at 24-bit 48 kHz as standard and deliver uncompressed broadcast WAV files via secure FTP. Hi-res 96 kHz and 192 kHz options are available on request.
What do I need to send before the session?
Ideally 24 hours ahead: picture files with burnt-in timecode (if voice to picture), audio split track or isolated stems, scripts marked up with timecode as PDFs, and the picture frame rate and Pro Tools session start time. Deliver to info@80hertz.com or via our secure upload portal.
Is there parking and is the studio accessible?
Free secure on-site parking with disability access. Fully wheelchair accessible throughout, including restrooms. We're at The Sharp Project, Thorp Road, Manchester M40 5BJ.
Is there catering available?
The on-site café serves hot food and drinks from 09:00 to 13:45 on weekdays. Complimentary hot drinks and mineral water throughout all sessions.
What is your cancellation policy?
Pencil bookings can be cancelled without charge. For confirmed sessions: more than 7 business days' notice receives a full refund or free reschedule; 48 hours to 7 business days' notice incurs 50% of the session fee; less than 48 hours' notice or no-show incurs 100% of the session fee.
Book a Session
Get in touch to discuss your voice over requirements or pencil-hold dates.
Phone: +44 (0) 161 850 8088
Email: info@80hertz.com