Klangkantine Audiobooks is now Audatio.

Same team, broader services, a new name.

Klangkantine Audiobooks is now Audatio.

Same team, broader services, a new name.

Klangkantine Audiobooks is now Audatio.

Same team, broader services, a new name.

Audiobook and Audio Drama Production

Audiobook and Audio Drama Production

The direct path to your own audiobook.

The direct path to your own audiobook.

Full-service audiobook production from manuscript to release — professionally produced, expertly supported, and cast with the right voice for every book.

Full-service audiobook production from manuscript to release — professionally produced, expertly supported, and cast with the right voice for every book.

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Professional audiobook and audio drama production, made simple.

Our experienced team of audio producers and directors supports every project from the first conversation through to release, with expert guidance throughout the entire process.

Our Workflow

Five Easy Steps to
Bring Your Audiobook to Life

1

Getting Started

We review your script or concept and explore how we could bring your project to life together.

2

Casting & Quote

3

Creative Brief

4

Production

5

Distribution

Getting Started

1

We review your script or concept and explore how we could bring your project to life together.

Casting & Quote

2

We find the right voices for your project and prepare a clear, transparent quote for the production.

Creative Brief

3

Together, we define the tone, style and creative direction that will guide every stage of production.

Production

4

We manage recording, direction, editing and quality control to ensure every detail sounds exactly right.

Distribution

5

We prepare the final files and support distribution, ensuring your production is ready to reach its audience.

Getting Started

1

We review your script or concept and explore how we could bring your project to life together.

Casting & Quote

2

We find the right voices for your project and prepare a clear, transparent quote for the production.

Creative Brief

3

Together, we define the tone, style and creative direction that will guide every stage of production.

Production

4

We manage recording, direction, editing and quality control to ensure every detail sounds exactly right.

Distribution

5

We prepare the final files and support distribution, ensuring your production is ready to reach its audience.

For Independent Authors

Everything Your Audiobook Needs to Succeed.

Voice Pool

Whatever the tone, age, budget or accent — we’ll find the right voice. Choose from more than 1200 curated audiobook voices, from exciting newcomers to established professionals. Whatever the project or budget, we’ll help find the voice that fits.

Distribution and Marketing

Digital distribution and marketing expertise with personal guidance.

We bring your production to Audible, Spotify, Thalia and over 80 more stores. We support you throughout the process, make marketing easier and advise you on your marketing strategy.

And: You keep all the rights, with no minimum term, and stay in control of your work.

Curated Voice Casting

Voice casting that makes the decision easy.

We give you a short, curated casting with suitable and available voices. This saves time, narrows down options and ensures that the voice, budget, and genre match.

Editorial Support & Script Adaption

Editorial all-round support, concept and adaptation.

To shape the full potential of the audio format, we check scripts proactively for audio compatibility, advise you even on complex projects, provide editorial support, script adaptations and pronunciation guidance for every process.

Studio and Network

Audio experts and sound designers with state-of-the-art infrastructure.

Over 500 sqm of studio space, state-of-the-art technology and charming, representative ambience make our Höchst studios and production office a production hub with an excellent location in Germany.

Voice Pool

Whatever the tone, age, budget or accent — we’ll find the right voice. Choose from more than 1200 curated audiobook voices, from exciting newcomers to established professionals. Whatever the project or budget, we’ll help find the voice that fits.

Distribution and Marketing

Digital distribution and marketing expertise with personal guidance.

We bring your production to Audible, Spotify, Thalia and over 80 more stores. We support you throughout the process, make marketing easier and advise you on your marketing strategy.

And: You keep all the rights, with no minimum term, and stay in control of your work.

Curated Voice Casting

Voice casting that makes the decision easy.

We give you a short, curated casting with suitable and available voices. This saves time, narrows down options and ensures that the voice, budget, and genre match.

Editorial Support & Script Adaption

Editorial all-round support, concept and adaptation.

To shape the full potential of the audio format, we check scripts proactively for audio compatibility, advise you even on complex projects, provide editorial support, script adaptations and pronunciation guidance for every process.

Studio and Network

Audio experts and sound designers with state-of-the-art infrastructure.

Over 500 sqm of studio space, state-of-the-art technology and charming, representative ambience make our Höchst studios and production office a production hub with an excellent location in Germany.

From Our Partners

Trusted by people
who care about great audio.

Recording my own audiobook was such a special experience. I felt completely at ease at Audatio from the moment I stepped into the studio — the atmosphere was warm, calm and professional, and I felt genuinely well looked after. And knowing that everything from release to distribution was taken care of just as smoothly afterwards made the whole experience even better.

Tamina Kallert

TV presenter and bestselling author

I really enjoyed recording my audiobook with Audatio. Both the people and the space created a wonderful atmosphere where I felt completely at ease. Johannes is a highly competent, professional and empathetic engineer and voice director. Thank you!

Sven Plöger

ARD meteorologist and bestselling author

The Audatio team is so professional and easy to work with that I felt completely at ease, even though I’m not a trained narrator. That’s what makes working in the studio so much fun!

Giulia Enders

Physician and bestselling author

Recording my own audiobook was such a special experience. I felt completely at ease at Audatio from the moment I stepped into the studio — the atmosphere was warm, calm and professional, and I felt genuinely well looked after. And knowing that everything from release to distribution was taken care of just as smoothly afterwards made the whole experience even better.

Tamina Kallert

TV presenter and bestselling author

I really enjoyed recording my audiobook with Audatio. Both the people and the space created a wonderful atmosphere where I felt completely at ease. Johannes is a highly competent, professional and empathetic engineer and voice director. Thank you!

Sven Plöger

ARD meteorologist and bestselling author

The Audatio team is so professional and easy to work with that I felt completely at ease, even though I’m not a trained narrator. That’s what makes working in the studio so much fun!

Giulia Enders

Physician and bestselling author

Recording my own audiobook was such a special experience. I felt completely at ease at Audatio from the moment I stepped into the studio — the atmosphere was warm, calm and professional, and I felt genuinely well looked after. And knowing that everything from release to distribution was taken care of just as smoothly afterwards made the whole experience even better.

Tamina Kallert

TV presenter and bestselling author

Want to stay in control of production?

Want to stay in control of production?

With Narrafix, our self-service platform, you stay in control of the production: you work on your recordings while smart tools take care of the tedious parts of editing, mastering and corrections.

With Narrafix, our self-service platform, you stay in control of the production: you work on your recordings while smart tools take care of the tedious parts of editing, mastering and corrections.

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Marketing

Free Marketing Support & Social Media Snippets.

To help every title reach its full potential, self-publishers can request a free marketing consultation with every production, plus engaging video snippets optimized for Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn.

Get in touch

Contact us

Start with a
conversation.

From first questions to final production, we provide personal guidance, think ahead, and find the right path for every project.

Thousands of audiobooks produced, published and heard.

Contact us

Start with a
conversation.

From first questions to final production, we provide personal guidance, think ahead, and find the right path for every project.

Thousands of audiobooks produced, published and heard.

Contact us

Start with a
conversation.

From first questions to final production, we provide personal guidance, think ahead, and find the right path for every project.

Thousands of audiobooks produced, published and heard.

FAQ

Good to know
before we get started.

Answers to common questions about production, workflows, and working together.

What are the benefits of working with Audatio?

  • Expert support, without the runaround: You work directly with our production team, from initial planning through to final delivery.

  • Smarter casting: Access to a voice pool of more than 1,500 talents, supported by our experience, data, and dedicated casting tools.

  • Efficient production workflows: Our own technology supports key steps from script preparation and production to proofing and finalization, helping us keep processes streamlined and cost-efficient.

  • Flexible additional services: From editorial support and script adaptation to sound design and individual production requirements, we can adapt the scope to your project.

  • Quality built into every stage: Defined editorial and technical checks ensure consistent quality from recording through to the final master.

  • Distribution and royalty support: If needed, we also handle metadata, distribution through our partners, royalty accounting, and related administrative workflows.

Do you work with AI voices?

No. Our voices always come from real people. Every audiobook is recorded by professional voice actors, because that is exactly what makes the difference you can hear. We do use technology, but in the background: our in-house tools speed up the technical steps of production, never the storytelling itself.

How long does audiobook production take?

We work with fast and efficient production processes. The exact production time depends primarily on the length of the manuscript and the availability of the selected narrator.

As a general guideline, an audiobook can usually be completed within around six weeks. Shorter turnaround times may also be possible depending on the project.

How much does audiobook production cost?

Thanks to our many years of expertise, the use of in-house digital post-production infrastructure and a large throughput of audio book productions per year at our company, we are able to realize a high-quality product at quite a reasonable price.

Costs vary depending on the number of words (even better characters incl. spaces) as well as selection and number of voices. All prices are based on final playing time and include casting, script check, quality control and post-production/mastering.

If we have the opportunity to get an overview of the project/script, we can best advise how we could support and put together a proposal.

Can I distribute my audiobook independently?

Of course. Distribution through us is an optional service we offer to our production clients at very low additional cost.

There is no obligation to use our distribution channels, and you are free to distribute the production elsewhere. If preferred, we can also put you directly in touch with our distribution partners.

What do I need to prepare and deliver?

That depends entirely on how the collaboration is to proceed: In principle, a finished version of the script should be available. We offer an all-round service from editing to editorial support to the adaptation of print content for the audio version (references, diagrams, etc…) or are happy to work hand in hand.

Do you also distribute physical products or ebooks?

At present, we distribute audio products to all relevant digital platforms. We do not provide distribution for ebooks, audio CDs or MP3 CDs.

However, we are happy to assist with the preparation and manufacturing of physical products, for example by supplying press-ready DDP or ISO images.

Do I retain all rights to my audiobook?

Yes. Under our distribution agreement, you only grant us the rights required to make the digital product available through the relevant stores.

All copyrights remain with you. Our standard agreements also have no minimum term and can therefore be terminated if, for example, you decide to work with another distribution provider.

In addition, our distribution agreements apply only to the specific product concerned and do not affect any other titles by the publisher or author.