Your podcast, sounding its best.

You put real effort into your podcast. At Wasabi Audio, we make sure your listeners can hear it.

We're an award-winning audio production team specialising in editing, mixing, and mastering for podcasters. Whether you're just starting out or producing at a professional level, we bring the technical expertise — and the storytelling instinct — that lets your voice come through clearly.

Great audio isn’t just about eliminating flaws — it’s about giving your podcast the kind of professional finish that keeps listeners engaged and eager for more.

Sound quality comes from thoughtful audio processing that allows your voice to sound clear and fully present. Consistent, well‑balanced volume levels ensure your audience enjoys a smooth, effortless listening experience.

Editing plays an equally important role. Clean, natural‑sounding cuts maintain your confidence and pacing, while seamless transitions keep the narrative moving and hold your listeners’ attention throughout.

Music and sound design add the final layer of depth. Whether original or licensed, music is carefully mixed to complement your voice and set the right tone. Subtle, intentional sound effects enhance atmosphere without ever distracting from your message.

The person behind the sound

Wasabi Audio is led by Slade Gibson — guitarist for Savage Garden, composer for Steve Irwin, and the audio producer and composer behind some of Australia's most celebrated investigative podcasts, including The Australian’s world-number one series, The Teacher's Pet.

Slade brings more than technical skill to every project. With a background spanning music, broadcast, and documentary work, he understands what makes audio connect — emotionally as much as technically. Before a single file is opened, he puts himself in your listener's shoes.

Trusted by award-winning podcasters

"In a stroke of luck that changed everything, I had met a genius musician and audio engineer, Slade Gibson... he understood storytelling, life, tragedy, justice and nuance."

— Hedley Thomas, journalist and author, The Teacher's Pet

2018 Walkley Awards — Gold Walkley & Investigative Journalism — The Teacher's Pet, with Hedley Thomas

2018 Clarion Award — Radio/Audio Feature Documentary — The Teacher's Pet, with Hedley Thomas

2022 Walkley Award — Investigative Journalism — Shandee's Story, with Hedley Thomas, David Murray & Isaac Irons

2022 Clarion Award — Radio Documentary & Podcast — Shandee's Story, with Hedley Thomas, David Murray, Isaac Irons & Lydia Lynch

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A curated selection of our recent work. Thoughtful, intentional, and crafted with care.

Let's work together

If you're ready for your podcast to sound as good as it deserves, we'd love to hear from you. Start the conversation by filling in the form below.