Fans of Sir David Attenborough were left baffled after noticing a change in the broadcaster’s distinctive voice during his new Asia show on Sunday.
The 98-year-old narrates the series, which explores the wildlife and natural wonders of the planet’s largest continent, with the latest episode following those who dedicate their lives to saving animals.
However, viewers couldn’t help but point out that Sir David’s voice seemed to be much higher pitched than usual and were convinced it was a result of auto-tuning or AI.
One person addressed X and said: ‘Is anyone else confused as to why the incredible David Attenborough’s voice sounds different?’ Is it like they tuned it automatically? #Asia’.
While another replied: ‘Yes! Are. It’s not quite right, is it? It’s definitely been modified in some way. At first I thought it was someone else narrating.’
David Attenborough, 98, fans were left baffled after noticing a change in the broadcaster’s distinctive voice during his new show Asia on Sunday.
The 98-year-old narrates the series, which explores the wildlife and natural wonders of the planet’s largest continent, with the latest episode following those who dedicate their lives to saving animals.
‘It’s definitely been tweaked’: ‘David Attenborough now sounds like a bad David Attenborough impersonator, a little out of character, like the new fake Sallis Wallace. Maybe it’s AI now?’: ‘Hi @BBCEarth. I’m not sure David Attenborough sounding like a chipmunk is a good example of post-production. What a shame. #bbcearthasia’
Last week, Sir David gave a preview of his latest nature documentary. after the crew traversed the Asian continent for four years.
The series shows animals as far north as the Baikal seal in Russia and as far south as the pangolin in Singapore.
Thanks to their hard work, never-before-seen footage of rare animals was filmed.
This includes a Gobi bear, one of only 32 left in the world, and marks the first time this endangered species has been captured on camera.
The team also managed to capture images of one of the rarest birds in the world: the Javan green magpie.
In Sri Lanka, the camera crew tried 50 times to capture an image of an elephant reaching into a bus in search of food.
Meanwhile, in Nepal, drones allowed the team to capture images of tigers mating and hunting.
However, viewers couldn’t help but point out that Sir David’s voice seemed to be much higher pitched than usual and were convinced it was a result of auto-tuning or AI.
One person addressed X and said: ‘Is anyone else confused as to why the incredible David Attenborough’s voice sounds different?’ Is it like they tuned it automatically? #Asia’
Sir David, who has worked for the BBC since 1952, turned 98 while the series was being made. Series producer Matthew Wright revealed that the team sang happy birthday to the national treasure.
Mr. Wright, in words recorded by the daily mirrorHe said, ‘We said “happy birthday.” He was a businessman. He said, ‘Let’s move on.’ What are we going to do now?
Producer Mark Wheeler said: “He’s quite extraordinary. The British public see him as an authentic voice. They’re as enthusiastic as ever.