Who is your favorite Raphael voice actor of all time?

*pannoni1* · 03-06-2013, 12:51 PM

We now come to Raphael, in many ways the original "signature" Turtle by the creators thanks to the red headband, being the only Turtle to wear the same colored bandana in all universes. He is also the most changable character based on incarnation, from smart aleck, troublemaker, witty comic relief provider, to conscience. Its fitting that there have been more voice actors of Raphael than any other Turtle (or any other character for that matter), providing a wide range of opinions possible about the definite Raph voice for the definitive character, with a grand total of 13 Raphael voice actors in franchise history. Once again, I'll leave out the Turtles' Forever Raph due to the insignificant amount of dialogue available. Please vote and discuss!

*Candy Kappa* · 03-06-2013, 12:56 PM

I really enjoy Sean's take on Raph

*Bauer536* · 03-06-2013, 12:56 PM

Sure Sean Astin is great as Raph, but Samwise is his best role from anything. I'll have to go with Josh Pais. He was the Raph I grew up with from the film.

*zkarlette* · 03-06-2013, 01:00 PM

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Originally Posted by pannoni1

Once again, I'll leave out the Turtles' Forever Raph due to the insignificant amount of dialogue available. Please vote and discuss!

Man,that's a little harsh...

I could say my favorite versions so far are Josh Pais,Rob Paulsen,Frank Frankson and Sean Astin.

*Zachatello00* · 03-06-2013, 01:03 PM

Frank takes it, as far as I'm concerned. I loved Nolan North and Josh Pais, too, but Frank brings an almost monstrous quality to Raph, which is perfectly suited with his personality. I kinda think 4kids nailed all four TMNT really.

But the NICK turtles are pretty good too. Sean Astin is doing a great job. But, you asked for favorite.

*CyberCubed* · 03-06-2013, 01:14 PM

Rob Paulsen, no contest. He's the reason Raph was my favorite as a kid.

I do really enjoy Nick's Raph voice and the movies.

Anyone else think 4kids Raph sounds nearly identical to Movie III Raph?

*TurtleTitan97* · 03-06-2013, 01:18 PM

Sean Astin is my favorite.

*MikeandRaph87* · 03-06-2013, 01:22 PM

Rob Paulsen is Raphel and a big reason why I like the character.That being said its hard having him voice the wrong turtle because it gives us two Raphs.

ryukenden · 03-06-2013, 01:26 PM

Nolan North nailed it really good in the 07 Movie. Josh Pais did start the trend for the Brooklyn accent but I'm going with Nolan here. I'm still getting used to Rob Paulsen voicing Don in the Nick toon.

*Zulithe* · 03-06-2013, 01:38 PM

First movie raph is my favorite. As much as I love Nick TMNT my opinion on Nick Raph remains lukewarm, not just in voice but in character. It really pains me to even say that becuase Raph has traditionally been my favorite. I am hopeful that they continue to flesh him out and maybe I'll change my opinion.

Alternatively I think Nick Don and Mikey are probably the BEST versions ever. Leo is also very strong.

RP raph is also fantastic but I think i'm happy enough with his take on Don that I don't even think of him as raph anymore

RaphAndDonnie · 03-06-2013, 01:44 PM

Gotta go with Rob. I was listening to his Talkin' Toons podcast last night and he explained how he's gotta change pitches when he does Raph and Don, how you've got to get so in character and how those subtle little pitch changes really make or break a character. Although I've got to say I do enjoy Josh Pais, who voiced Raph in the first movie. He made me comfortable with the accent

zodiac brave · 03-06-2013, 02:05 PM

gotta go with josh pais, followed by rob in a VEEEEERRRRY close second. movie 1 raph is to me the signature voice of a more "serious" character. rob is rob, though! he's awesome no matter what and is perfect for the cartooniest of the toons.

plasticturtle · 03-06-2013, 02:29 PM

Rob Paulsen. The OT voice actors win hands down as my favorite TMNT voice actors as the OT was my introduction to the characters. The Movie 1 Voice actors would be a close second.

**Jester** · 03-06-2013, 02:59 PM

Matt Hill.

Nah, I'm just jokin'. It's Rob Paulsen.

*chrisdude* · 03-06-2013, 03:25 PM

I gotta go with TMNT 2007. That's the voice that comes to mind when I think of Raphael. Or maybe it's just his quotes. Definitely my favorite Raphael, overall.

I know some fans get adamant about the turtles not being crime fighters, but I love that this Raphael can't stand to sit at home, or work a normal job, knowing that he's capable of helping people. And it's not even an anger thing.</tangent>

*oldmanwinters* · 03-06-2013, 03:43 PM

I saw the first name on the poll and I didn't even bother to consider the other options.

Orisue · 03-06-2013, 03:50 PM

Frank frankson! He fit the darker theme of the show amazingly well

*Slade* · 03-06-2013, 03:58 PM

Even though the first time I heard Raph speak was from Paulsen, I gotta go with Josh Pais. Sean is doing a really good job too. I like Nolan North as well though.

*Powder* · 03-06-2013, 04:03 PM

Josh Pais, Matt Hill, Rob Paulsen, I guess? This one is particularly hard to vote on, so I've not voted.

Blossombrooks · 03-06-2013, 04:18 PM

Frank Frankson, I loved the grit he put into Raph's tone. Paulsen would have been my second choice, he was def the voice highlight of the OT for me even though Raph isn't my fav.

View Poll Results: What is your favorite Raphael voice actor of all time?
Rob Paulsen (Most of the OT)	15	30.61%
Michael Gough (OT Final Season)	0	0%
Thom Pinto (OT Season 3 alternate)	0	0%
Hal Rayle (OT European Vacation)	0	0%
Josh Pais (Movie I)	13	26.53%
Laurie Faso (Movie II)	0	0%
Tim Kelleher (Movie III)	0	0%
Matt Hill (TNM)	0	0%
Frank Frankson (4kids)	9	18.37%
Nolan North (2007 movie)	4	8.16%
Sean Astin (Nickelodeon)	8	16.33%
Voters: 49. You may not vote on this poll

03-06-2013, 12:51 PM	#1
pannoni1 Foot Elite Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: USA Posts: 3,447	Who is your favorite Raphael voice actor of all time? We now come to Raphael, in many ways the original "signature" Turtle by the creators thanks to the red headband, being the only Turtle to wear the same colored bandana in all universes. He is also the most changable character based on incarnation, from smart aleck, troublemaker, witty comic relief provider, to conscience. Its fitting that there have been more voice actors of Raphael than any other Turtle (or any other character for that matter), providing a wide range of opinions possible about the definite Raph voice for the definitive character, with a grand total of 13 Raphael voice actors in franchise history. Once again, I'll leave out the Turtles' Forever Raph due to the insignificant amount of dialogue available. Please vote and discuss! __________________ http://forums.thetechnodrome.com/sho...d.php?t=37065- MY WANT LIST TMNT FAN CLUB LINK: http://sot.ag/gCjK/ 30 years of Turtle Power!

03-06-2013, 12:56 PM	#2
Candy Kappa The Agenda of Existing Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Vikingland Posts: 14,596	I really enjoy Sean's take on Raph __________________ devianArt Instagram Youtube Tumblr Art Blog Patreon

03-06-2013, 01:03 PM	#5
Zachatello00 On the beat! Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Hiding behind the phone booth Posts: 2,131	Frank takes it, as far as I'm concerned. I loved Nolan North and Josh Pais, too, but Frank brings an almost monstrous quality to Raph, which is perfectly suited with his personality. I kinda think 4kids nailed all four TMNT really. But the NICK turtles are pretty good too. Sean Astin is doing a great job. But, you asked for favorite. __________________ "You're still news!"

03-06-2013, 01:18 PM	#7
TurtleTitan97 Space Cowboy Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Speed Force Posts: 7,043	Sean Astin is my favorite. __________________

03-06-2013, 12:56 PM	#3
Bauer536 Mad Scientist Join Date: May 2011 Location: United States Posts: 1,550	Sure Sean Astin is great as Raph, but Samwise is his best role from anything. I'll have to go with Josh Pais. He was the Raph I grew up with from the film.

03-06-2013, 01:14 PM	#6
CyberCubed Overlord Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 43,721	Rob Paulsen, no contest. He's the reason Raph was my favorite as a kid. I do really enjoy Nick's Raph voice and the movies. Anyone else think 4kids Raph sounds nearly identical to Movie III Raph?

03-06-2013, 01:22 PM	#8
MikeandRaph87 Jedi Master Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: JLA Satellite Headquarters Posts: 11,186	Rob Paulsen is Raphel and a big reason why I like the character.That being said its hard having him voice the wrong turtle because it gives us two Raphs. __________________ Michelangelo: This looks like a job for the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles! Raphael: Sheesh, Mikey this ain't a cartoon!

03-06-2013, 01:26 PM	#9
ryukenden Hench Mutant Join Date: Dec 2009 Posts: 383	Nolan North nailed it really good in the 07 Movie. Josh Pais did start the trend for the Brooklyn accent but I'm going with Nolan here. I'm still getting used to Rob Paulsen voicing Don in the Nick toon.

03-06-2013, 01:38 PM	#10
Zulithe Ninjutsu Master Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 6,418	First movie raph is my favorite. As much as I love Nick TMNT my opinion on Nick Raph remains lukewarm, not just in voice but in character. It really pains me to even say that becuase Raph has traditionally been my favorite. I am hopeful that they continue to flesh him out and maybe I'll change my opinion. Alternatively I think Nick Don and Mikey are probably the BEST versions ever. Leo is also very strong. RP raph is also fantastic but I think i'm happy enough with his take on Don that I don't even think of him as raph anymore

03-06-2013, 02:05 PM	#12
zodiac brave Stone Warrior Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: san antonio, tx Posts: 822	gotta go with josh pais, followed by rob in a VEEEEERRRRY close second. movie 1 raph is to me the signature voice of a more "serious" character. rob is rob, though! he's awesome no matter what and is perfect for the cartooniest of the toons. __________________ what we were after, was lashings of ultra-violence.

03-06-2013, 02:29 PM	#13
plasticturtle Foot Soldier Join Date: Jun 2011 Posts: 224	Rob Paulsen. The OT voice actors win hands down as my favorite TMNT voice actors as the OT was my introduction to the characters. The Movie 1 Voice actors would be a close second.

03-06-2013, 02:59 PM	#14
Jester Rat-faced Dude-guy Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Arkansas Posts: 26,293	Matt Hill. Nah, I'm just jokin'. It's Rob Paulsen. __________________ "Clearly, you're Ninja Turtling incorrectly." - Leo656

03-06-2013, 03:25 PM	#15
chrisdude Foot Elite Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: North Carolina Posts: 2,708	I gotta go with TMNT 2007. That's the voice that comes to mind when I think of Raphael. Or maybe it's just his quotes. Definitely my favorite Raphael, overall. I know some fans get adamant about the turtles not being crime fighters, but I love that this Raphael can't stand to sit at home, or work a normal job, knowing that he's capable of helping people. And it's not even an anger thing.</tangent> __________________ PSN/Miiverse: MikeFarber

03-06-2013, 03:43 PM	#16
oldmanwinters Overlord Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Between yesterday and tomorrow! Posts: 15,457	I saw the first name on the poll and I didn't even bother to consider the other options. __________________ Experience the TMNT Fan Commentaries! Check out my TMNT fan comic, "Nothing to Fear"! View my sketch work! I'm selling some of my hard-to-find TMNT items!

03-06-2013, 03:50 PM	#17
Orisue Foot Soldier Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Riverside,CA Posts: 103	Frank frankson! He fit the darker theme of the show amazingly well

03-06-2013, 03:58 PM	#18
Slade god status Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Louisiana Posts: 3,291	Even though the first time I heard Raph speak was from Paulsen, I gotta go with Josh Pais. Sean is doing a really good job too. I like Nolan North as well though. __________________ Do not concern yourself with what I've already done: rather tremble at the thought of what I am about to do. Everyone has a plan 'till they get punched in the mouth. http://forums.thetechnodrome.com/showthread.php?t=48140

03-06-2013, 04:03 PM	#19
Powder 40 Years of TMNT Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Shell-Ri-La Posts: 26,945	Josh Pais, Matt Hill, Rob Paulsen, I guess? This one is particularly hard to vote on, so I've not voted.

03-06-2013, 04:18 PM	#20
Blossombrooks Stone Warrior Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: 'hero' turtle land Posts: 946	Frank Frankson, I loved the grit he put into Raph's tone. Paulsen would have been my second choice, he was def the voice highlight of the OT for me even though Raph isn't my fav. __________________ There's too much green to feel blue! http://blossombrooks.deviantart.com/