AUDIOBOOK PRODUCTION
Native-narrated audiobooks, mastered and platform-ready
Studio-quality audiobook production in 11+ languages. EBU R128 mastered, Audible-ready, delivered with native voice talent from Riga, Latvia.
11+ Languages · EBU R128 · Audible / ACX ready · TPN Gold studio
OVERVIEW
Audiobook production services: from manuscript to platform-ready master
Audiobook production has become one of the fastest-growing publishing formats worldwide. Listeners in the Baltics, Nordics, and across the EU now expect titles available on Audible, Storytel, Spotify Audiobooks, BookBeat, and Apple Books often within weeks of the printed release. Whether you are an independent author, a publishing house, or a regional audiobook platform, your audiobook production needs to combine native voice talent, studio-grade recording, broadcast-quality mastering, and full platform compliance to compete in this market.
Our audiobook production services at DIGI MEDIA in Riga, Latvia, cover the full pipeline: voice casting, native narrator recording in TPN Gold certified studios, professional editing, EBU R128 mastering, ACX-compliant deliverables, and direct delivery to Audible, Storytel, Spotify, Apple Books, and major Baltic and Nordic distributors. We work in 11+ languages including English, Russian, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Polish, Latvian, Lithuanian, Estonian, Finnish, and Swedish with experienced narrators trained for long-form audio. Every chapter is checked for pacing, pronunciation consistency, room tone, true peak levels, and metadata accuracy before delivery. For translating existing audiobooks into new languages, see our audiobook localization service.
For publishers expanding catalogues into the Baltic, Nordic, and Central European markets, independent authors entering audio for the first time, and audiobook platforms scaling multilingual catalogues, our audiobook production services protect your release schedule, satisfy distributor specs on first submission, and ensure every listener whether commuting in Riga or relaxing in Helsinki gets a clean, professional listening experience.
EDUCATIONAL
How our audiobook production services work in 5 steps
Professional audiobook production is the end-to-end process of turning a written manuscript into a fully mastered, distribution-ready audio file. It combines voice casting, studio recording with native narrators, editorial review, EBU R128 mastering, and platform-compliant delivery to Audible, Storytel, Spotify, Apple Books, and regional distributors.
Unlike a quick voice over recording, audiobook production requires hours of consistent narration, pronunciation accuracy across thousands of words, and broadcast-grade mastering that meets each platform’s exact loudness, true peak, and metadata specifications. Done right, it preserves the author’s voice in audio and delivers a listening experience that works equally well on a phone in Riga, a car in Berlin, or a smart speaker in Helsinki.
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Manuscript & Casting
We review your manuscript, length, genre, and target market, then cast a native narrator with the right tone and experience.
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Studio Recording
Recording in our TPN Gold certified studios in Riga with full booth isolation, native narrator, and director-supervised sessions.
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Editing & QA
Editorial pass for breath edits, retakes, pronunciation consistency, room tone, and pacing chapter by chapter quality check.
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Mastering
EBU R128 loudness mastering, true peak control, channel routing, and ACX-compliant audio finalization across every chapter.
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Platform Delivery
Delivery to Audible, Storytel, Spotify, Apple Books, or your DAM with metadata, cover art specs, and chapter markers ready.
WHAT WE PRODUCE
Every audiobook format, delivered platform-ready
Our audiobook production services cover every genre and length, from short non-fiction to full epic novels — all mastered to platform spec.
Fiction Audiobooks
Novels, short story collections, and literary fiction recorded with character voicing, pacing, and emotional consistency across long-form narration.
Non-Fiction & Business
Business books, memoirs, self-help, biographies, and educational audiobooks — clear, authoritative narration tuned for focus and retention.
Children's Audiobooks
Kids' stories, character voicing, and educational audiobooks for young readers — engaging pacing and warm, friendly narration.
Multilingual Production
Full audiobook production in 11+ languages with native narrators — English, German, Russian, French, Spanish, Polish, Baltic and Nordic markets.
Mastering & QC
EBU R128 mastering, true peak control, pronunciation QC, room tone matching, and chapter-by-chapter quality verification before delivery.
Platform Delivery
ACX-compliant masters, metadata, chapter markers, and cover art direct delivery to Audible, Storytel, Spotify, Apple Books, and BookBeat.
KNOW THE DIFFERENCE
Audiobook production vs voice over: which one do you need?
Both involve native voice talent, but they serve completely different needs. This side-by-side comparison helps you decide before requesting a quote.
DECISION SUPPORT
Is professional audiobook production right for you?
A quick self-check before you request a quote so you know our audiobook production services are the right fit.
✓ This service is right for you if
- You have a manuscript or book ready to be produced as an audiobook
- You need native voice talent in English, German, Russian, Baltic or Nordic languages
- You require Audible, Storytel, Spotify, or BookBeat-ready masters
- You need EBU R128 mastered audio with ACX compliance
- You want a single partner handling casting, recording, mastering, and delivery
- Confidentiality, TPN Gold security, and EU GDPR compliance are non-negotiable
📚 Typical projects we handle
- Full-length fiction novels — 10 to 30 hours of finished audio
- Non-fiction, business, and self-help books — 5 to 15 hours
- Children's audiobooks with character voicing and warm pacing
- Educational audiobooks for e-learning and university platforms
- Public sector and EU institutional audiobook commissions
- Multilingual audiobook series across Baltic, Nordic and EU markets
Still unsure if audiobook production fits your project? Talk to our team we’ll review your manuscript and recommend the best approach within 24 hours.
WHO WE HELP
Trusted by publishers, platforms, and institutions across Europe
From international publishing houses to independent authors and EU institutions our audiobook production services serve every industry that needs native voice talent and platform-ready masters.
Publishers
Traditional and independent publishing houses producing fiction, non-fiction, and educational audiobook catalogues.
Independent Authors
Self-published authors producing single titles or full audiobook series for global distribution.
Audiobook Platforms
Audible, Storytel, Spotify, BookBeat, Apple Books — fully ACX-compliant masters delivered on spec.
Education & E-learning
Universities, e-learning platforms, and educational publishers needing audiobook adaptations of course materials.
Children's Publishing
Kids' books, character voicing, and educational audiobooks for young readers in 11+ languages.
Business & Self-help
Business books, memoirs, leadership, and self-help titles for corporate readers and executives.
Public Sector & EU
EU institutions, ministries, and public bodies commissioning accessible audiobook content for citizens.
Universities
Academic audiobooks, lecture series, and research dissemination across European and Baltic universities.
Public Libraries
Library acquisitions, Baltic and Nordic library consortiums, and accessible library audiobook programmes.
WHY US
Trusted by publishers and platforms across Europe
Our audiobook production services combine native voice talent, TPN Gold certified studios in Riga, and full ACX & EBU R128 compliance delivered on schedule.
11+
Languages
100%
ACX & Audible compliant
EBU R128
mastered for every platform
TPN Gold
Certified partner
Every audiobook is recorded in our TPN Gold certified studios in Riga, Latvia, with native narrators across English, Russian, German, French, Polish, Latvian, Lithuanian, Estonian, Finnish, Swedish, and more. We deliver chapter-by-chapter masters with full metadata, ACX compliance, and 100% adherence to platform delivery specs first-time submissions only.
LANGUAGES
Native audiobook narrators across 11+ languages
Native audiobook narrators recording from our TPN Gold certified studios in Riga covering every major Baltic, Nordic, and Western European language for publishers, authors, and audiobook platforms.
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English
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RU
Russian
RU
DE
German
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FR
French
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EE
Estonian
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LT
Lithuanian
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LV
Latvian
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PL
Polish
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FI
Finnish
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SE
Swedish
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NO
Norwegian
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SEE IT IN ACTION
What a delivered audiobook looks like
Every audiobook we produce is delivered as chapter-by-chapter EBU R128 mastered MP3 files, with full metadata, cover art specs, and ACX compliance verified ready for Audible, Storytel, Spotify, Apple Books, or your DAM. First-time platform submissions only.
CREDENTIALS
Certified audiobook production services you can trust
Every audiobook we produce meets the highest global standards for security, audio quality, platform compliance, and EU data protection.
TPN Gold Certified
Enterprise content security
ACX Compliant
Audible-ready delivery specs
EBU R128 Verified
Broadcast audio standard
GDPR Compliant
EU data protection
FAQ
Audiobook production frequently asked questions
Everything publishers, authors, and audiobook platforms need to know about our audiobook production services.
What is professional audiobook production?
Professional audiobook production is the full pipeline of turning a manuscript into a distribution-ready audio file. It includes voice casting, native narrator recording in TPN Gold certified studios, editorial review, EBU R128 mastering, and platform-compliant delivery to Audible, Storytel, Spotify, Apple Books, and BookBeat.
How long does audiobook production take?
Standard audiobook production takes 2-4 weeks for a 300-page book (approximately 10 hours of finished audio). Turnaround depends on length, language, and narrator availability. Rush production available on request for urgent releases.
Are your audiobooks ACX and Audible compliant?
Our audiobook production services cover 11+ languages including English, Russian, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Polish, Latvian, Lithuanian, Estonian, Finnish, and Swedish always recorded by native or near-native narrators based in or near our Riga, Latvia studios.
Are your audiobooks ACX and Audible compliant?
Yes. Every audiobook we produce meets full ACX and Audible technical specifications including RMS level (-23 to -18 dB), noise floor below -60 dB, room tone matching, chapter-by-chapter files, and proper metadata tagging. Guaranteed first-time platform acceptance.
Do you use native voice narrators?
Absolutely. All audiobook narration is performed by native speakers with proven long-form audiobook experience. We cast per project based on genre, tone, character voicing needs, and audience with 2-3 audition samples for you to choose from before production begins.
What are your audio quality and mastering standards?
Every audiobook is mastered to EBU R128 loudness standards with true peak control and consistent room tone across all chapters. We follow ACX audio specs, ITU-R BS.1770 loudness measurement, and deliver chapter-by-chapter files in MP3 192kbps CBR (or higher on request).
Do you deliver directly to Audible, Storytel, and other platforms?
Can you produce children's audiobooks with character voices?
Yes. Our children’s audiobook production services include character voicing, warm pacing, sound design where appropriate, and native-language narration for young listeners. We work in 11+ languages and specialize in kids’ fiction, educational content, and picture book adaptations.
Do you offer audiobook mastering as a separate service?
Yes. If you already have raw narration recordings, we can master them separately — full EBU R128 mastering, true peak control, room tone matching, pronunciation QC, and platform-compliant file preparation. Perfect for indie authors who recorded themselves or need cleanup on existing audio.
How much does audiobook production cost?
Audiobook production is priced per finished hour of audio, with rates depending on language, narrator experience, genre complexity, and production scope. Typical rates start from €200 per finished hour for standard production. Send us your manuscript and we return a fixed quote within 24 hours.
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LET'S TALK
Turn your manuscript into a platform-ready audiobook
Send us your book. We'll return a full audiobook production quote casting, recording, mastering, and platform delivery within 24 hours.
✓ 24-hour quote · ✓ Native voice narrators · ✓ EBU R128 mastered · ✓ ACX & Audible ready · ✓ TPN Gold studio