Pocholo De Leon Gonzales: The VoiceMaster and the Rise of Home Dubbing

 


Pocholo De Leon Gonzales, the VoiceMaster of the Philippines, teaching the art of home dubbing and inspiring a new generation of voice artists

Known as the VoiceMaster of the Philippines, Pocholo De Leon Gonzales has been instrumental in shaping the country’s voice acting and dubbing industry. His vision has always been clear: to make voice artistry accessible, sustainable, and future-ready. And in recent years, especially during the pandemic, he has championed the concept of “Voice from Home, Dub from Home.”  


With recording studios closed or inaccessible, Pocholo encouraged talents to build their own home setups. He emphasized that the most important tool is the microphone—preferably a condenser mic with a mixer and phantom power for clear, crisp sound. While USB microphones are easier to use, he explained that condenser microphones provide superior quality and flexibility.  

Noise at home—dogs, tricycles, or neighborhood sounds—was another challenge. To address this, Pocholo introduced the Creative Box, a vocal isolation tool designed to help voice artists record clean audio even in noisy environments.  

Beyond equipment, Pocholo highlighted the importance of mastering Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs). While free tools like Audacity are useful, he recommends Adobe Audition for professional dubbing. He demonstrated how to use multitrack recording, synchronize audio with video, balance waveforms, and apply compression to achieve polished results. His teaching style blends technical know-how with practical tips, making complex processes accessible to beginners.  

But for Pocholo, dubbing is not just about technology—it’s about artistry. He reminds talents that acting is at the heart of voice work. “What’s important is your acting,” he says, stressing that voice artists must embody characters authentically, not just read lines.  

His advice to aspiring dubbers is timeless:  
- Invest in your craft. Build a home studio, learn the tools, and practice relentlessly.  
- Focus on authenticity. Voice acting is about becoming the character, not just delivering words.  
- Embrace discipline. Recording requires patience, precision, and consistency.  
- Keep learning. Technology evolves, but emotion and artistry remain the soul of dubbing.  

Pocholo’s legacy lies not only in his own work but in the thousands of students and mentees he has trained. By teaching them how to dub from home, he ensures that the industry continues to thrive—even in challenging times. His vision is clear: a future where Filipino voice artists can compete globally, equipped with both skill and passion.  


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