Iroh & Aku Voice Comparisons - (Mako Iwamatsu & Greg Baldwin)

Voice Comparisons of Mako Iwamatsu & Greg Baldwin as Iroh from Avatar: The Last Airbender & The Legend of Korra and Aku from Samurai Jack
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[@theripper1222]

As a child, I had no idea Iroh had two different voice actors. That’s how much Gred Baldwin resembles Mako

[@awc6007]

Same

[@predro1524]

@Hoda Ali Ah shut the fuck up

[@anakyangbudiman8497]

@Hoda Ali did you mentioned it? When it was aired? When you was a child?? Or you already old when it was aired?

[@mergeno1049]

Same

[@Nope-en9bo]

Hoda Ali OMGGSGGSVH YOU WERE A KID WHEN U WATCHED THIS AND U DIDNT KNOW THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE VOICE ACTORS!?111 GET YOUR EARS CHECKER. *My POV while reading this clown’s comment*

[@peacekeeper210]

It's scary how closely Greg can replicate Mako.

[@pranavraja9045]

but not fully

[@pranavraja9045]

@SmiffyLel Well that's because he was older not Greg Iroh You can tell that his voice changed because of his older body.

[@alien_monster7741]

I didn't even notice the change

[@tigerx4411]

@@alien_monster7741 at first when I watched the show I did not understand the change but now i understand the change

[@emilio7616]

SmiffyLel omg hen I waches the show couldn’t tell a difference but now he sounds so different

[@andrewporter7143]

When Mako is doing the Iroh voice, it feels like a warm hug from a family member you haven’t seen in forever.

[@808Mark]

🥺😢😭😭😭😭😭

[@fajrurrizqi9849]

I love u bruh

[@FilthyCasual272]

It's true...i wish i was related to him. I'd love to spend time with such an awesome uncle.

[@johnreed3405]

Mako was born Japanese but he was a family member to so many. RIP Mako

[@coreydabrowski2249]

Greg is a pretty good successor but there's a hidden warmth to Mako as Iroh that Greg doesn't have

[@doctorfate6414]

Greg honored Mako. He followed Mako to the heart. I didn't even notice a difference between their voices and Greg didn't dare to overturn Mako's work.

[@wumpuswoo9946]

What makes him such a good guy though IMO is that he refuses to ever sing Leaves from the Vine. “That’s Mako’s song.”

[@zoidship628]

Apparently Mako's daughter and grandchild were there for recording of the end if Jack season 5. They were crying cause they got to hear dad/grandpa

[@EpicAndrew97]

You can tell during some scenes

[@igniortix]

We need more of this in the world. Honor the classics, don't put your spin on it just because you can. Looking at you Netflix adaptation

[@johnsmith-ic3wv]

Rewatched avatar the last Airbender. I didn’t even know the backstory of this song or that episode until today. Mako was the original voice actor of Uncle Iroh for the last Airbender. Sadly he got esophageal cancer and this episode “tales from ba sing se” and that song “leaves from the vine” was his last day of voice work for the show before he passed away. The drawing of Iroh’s son here in this episode was based on Mako himself as a young man and the song “leaves from the vine” was written about him as he was also a soldier. He never got to see the episode air. The actor that took over voicing Uncle Iroh for Mako for the final seasons was Greg Baldwin who still today refuses to sing “leaves from the vine” when fans request it out of respect for Mako, saying: “That’s mako’s song.” I fucking can’t guys

[@Kaleb.R]

Same. At the time of all this, I was too young (I was 6 in '06) to have known about his passing. Been rewatching Avatar last couple of days, just found out today of his passing. Pretty bummed out, he was an amazing voice actor, loved his work in this show

[@johnsmith-ic3wv]

@@Kaleb.Rits a great show it served me well in my childhood. his voice will live on ! Peace to you friend.

[@dsbmitchell]

Thank you for sharing this information. I remember Mako from Conan and Samurai Jack, and loved his work in ATLA. I didn't realize that each of those instances (minus Baldwin's work) was all the same actor, or that it wasn't the same actor voicing Iroh after "Tales of Ba Sing Se". Mako did a phenomenal job, and Baldwin's work standing in for him was amazing.

[@marco8356]

That's wonderful to hear. I found this video TONIGHT after binge watching ATLA. I noticed Uncle Iroh sounded off, then after a few episodes, looked up why. 14 years later and I find out that the most fatherly character of my childhood/teenage years had passed away hurt a little bit. Legit, Uncle Iroh's speech of catching an octopus and calling Zuko his son made my mother accept my love of the show and actually allowed me to watch whenever it was on, regardless of what was going on. That wisdom made a strict Spanish mother ease up on TV time lol

[@thethunderboy250]

I feel so bad for Maku.. Yes I know stuff like these happen

[@MASTERFOXZ]

To be fair, Mako's voice is pretty difficult to mimic. But Greg Baldwin does a damn good job. I wouldn't even have noticed the difference in Iroh's voice if it wasn't pointed out. Edit: I wasn't expecting this to get as many likes and responses as it did, but thanks.

[@AlylovesDP]

Dan Redmond I was this years old when I found out

[@nubreed13]

Yeah it's almost indistinguishable from makos. Aku is a different story mako could go so much deeper with his voice that there just is no replacement.

[@AzraelMight]

emart88 it sounds like they just got better microphones

[@_elius]

Justin Clark ikr

[@quawp2429]

@@AzraelMight no there was a big difference no wonder I was like why did his voice change the difference is the deepness of their voices Greg voice makes it slightly more deep and the way he pronounces “s” is also different and he sounds like he has a cold but mako is the best ngl Greg makes it sound like he has a cold constantly lmao

[@jaydenguzman7852]

Why is Iroh’s voice just so calming.. 😭

[@cotto-kx4qb]

It’s because you always attach his voice to his character in the show. Iroh is a very calm and laid back person that drinks tea.

[@rae_halvi6392]

@@cotto-kx4qb so true. here here

[@BangstaWasStolen]

Dude he is IROH he is the embodiment of calming

[@Mag1cA]

Fooolish Samurai WARRIOR!!!

[@TheChamp820]

``Because when life gets hard, you must concentrate on what's ahead, not what's behind.``

[@Slipthestrangewolf]

Greg Baldwin refused to sing Leaves from the Vine because he said "It's Mako's Song"

[@ianhamilton9600]

Something I really admired about Greg Baldwin is that he respected mako’s work

[@coreydabrowski2249]

I'm a grown ass man but those first few notes from "Leaves From the Vine" choke me up every time

[@HoxtonLenn]

@@coreydabrowski2249 fuck that, the first notes make me full on cry, can't hold the tears

[@mogensschmidt2498]

respect

[@lawless3035]

Who sang it then?

[@TheDeadred123]

Well, sense this is my first time realizing Iroh was played by two different people during the main run of Avatar, I'd say Greg did a damn good job.

[@bertimusprime7900]

TheDeadred123 yeah, throat cancer got him half way through the showing of season two, which he had finished the voice work for.

[@TehLarc]

I didn't realize this either. But the fact he trained someone to sound like him is really cool to me. I never would have thought something like that would happen.

[@stick-itproductions.3307]

TheDeadred123 I kinda noticed a difference in Korra.

[@ferbbat101]

That never happened actually. Mako and Greg never met stated by Greg himself. He was not even an understudy. Greg practiced singing like him actually. Mako performed a little broadway and he bought Mako's CD/Tape and practiced for years.

[@lookmethecat]

I remember watching The Tales of Ba Sing Se (specifically The Tale of Iroh), which was a tribute to Mako after his passing.

[@MisterH1992]

Aku will never be the same without Mako Iwamatsu. The difference is noticeable. But you know what? Greg Baldwin was a good choice for the replacement. He does a good job. Greg deserves the honor of taking Mako's place.

[@karsthedisputer]

Humberto Ruiz i'd say that greg's near perfect match of mako for iroh makes up for iroh

[@SirBlackReeds]

For Iroh, yes. For Aku, no. He's a pale imitation when it comes to Aku. They should have gone with Ken Watanabe, Clyde Kusatsu, or Togo Igawa.

[@Yeahboi943]

jacoblgames I think he does a good job at imitating aku, while it will never the same and it could be noticeable, you can tell that he's really doing his best and almost exactly sounds like aku

[@MisterH1992]

I have to admit that he did do a really good job on the previous episode. Though I'm guessing it's because in the previous episode Aku was more optimistic and energetic. Therefore, his voice was easier to imitate when having a higher voice. In the other episodes, Aku is shown to be more depressed and I'm guessing it's harder to sound like Aku in such a depressing emotion. Just a thought.

[@spacecore94]

I appreciate how accepting you are of change

[@matthewbonilla6222]

True story, after Mako passed, and Greg Baldwin was cast as Iroh and Aku, when Mako's family heard Greg's voice, tears could be seen In their eyes and Mako's wife walked out and dropped to her knees and cried outside the room. Greg honored him. The resemblance is uncanny.

[@bradyryan5105]

Their voices sound almost identical. Only difference is Baldwin lacks Mako's Japanese accent.

[@bludhaven421]

It really is

[@Gattsu_the_struggler]

I just came from watching the “tears from the vine” scene again and learning he refuses to sing it again because it’s Makos song. That along with this is making me bawl my eyes out

[@EpicAndrew97]

@@Gattsu_the_strugglerthey found an outtake of mako singing it eventually

[@lincolnehret]

the episode where it said “in honor of mako” that really hit me hard. took me a while to dry my eyes.

[@robotgalaxy4168]

Tales of Bah Sing Sa. THE ONLY filler episode in the whole series. And it is a work of art

[@junhyunds]

Ikr thats my favourite episode of the whole airbender series

[@tiseril]

GENERAL KENOBI

[@dmitrygrv5661]

@@robotgalaxy4168 theater is a filler too, but also a good one

[@robotgalaxy4168]

@@dmitrygrv5661 you get some Kataang development tho

[@spencerd3696]

I had no idea Iroh had two different voice actors. That's incredible. *EDIT: I know now, you don’t need to inform me any longer

[@karsthedisputer]

Spencer D same here

[@sebastieno.1614]

Spencer D 250th Like! 😃

[@kennythelegend9933]

I just found out earlier today while watching from the Avatar: The Last Airbender box set.

[@macminn_]

Spencer D they had to cast another one because Mako has sadly passed away

[@kimzerp]

but also weird. An Asian trying to be western and a Western trying to be Asian, both successfully good! Weird.

[@jarrettadams4102]

Greg Baldwin's Iroh is nearly indistinguishable from Mako's. His Aku is different. Not better or worse. Different.

[@candicehoneycutt4318]

Jarrett Adams Aku is a tough voice to mimic because of the forcefulness and rough sound. Greg is doing just fine tbh

[@Axxidous]

That's kinda what Jarrett said. lol But I agree.

[@indi-go1868]

agreed

[@amon5393]

I agree, no one should expect Greg to completely match Mako's voice

[@sinoverlord1787]

MyDude even greg said mako is a one of a kind. And Greg aku voice is great. He sounds a bit more raspier but there are times when he gets it perfect like aku saying "he just grew that stupid beard" that was perfect

[@aurex5565]

I was today years old when I found out that he was crying in the recording when he was singing leaves from the vines

[@mrkrabsbikini]

Right there, is true passion for their work

[@giannistaz]

It was his last recording and he knew that. The whole song is basically written as a tribute to Mako as he was a soldier and they also based Iroh's son's appearance on mako when he was young. It was kinda like a final goodbye from him to us and that's why this song is so special.

[@KILLERTX95]

@@giannistaz I never made that connection.. that's heart breaking

[@cheezybreez3954]

@@giannistaz but he voiced in the crossroads of destiny

[@MrCreativeOrange]

@@cheezybreez3954 Alot of times voice actors voice episodes ahead, infact, Greg only had to voice a few lines in book 2, but this was the final one he did.

[@elliast]

Never noticed how talented Greg Baldwin really was. It sounded like there wasn't even a difference in their voices.

[@OldSchoolL4D-zb2kt]

Iroh yes but aku very noticeable

[@onyx_vii7808]

Greg did very well with both rolls, but Aku's original voice can never be replaced. RIP Mako

[@fancy-payne]

Onyx VII7 Yeah,but at least is better than nothing.

[@onyx_vii7808]

DareMan172?!?! I said he did a good job

[@dredvax]

it's missing his echo

[@JamesKeithProduction]

But he was replaced. So are you still thinking it was an impossibility? Of course we didn't want him to die but he was replaced. So sad...😓😥😰😭😭

[@krounos1]

Greg does Makos Aku nearly perfectly in the Final episode when he redubs the opening of the orginal three seasons and voices Aku sending Jack back into the past. So Akus voice in Season 5 is most certainly a directional choice.

[@SuperAlphamale13]

..... Leaves from the vine Falling so slow Like fragile tiny shells Drifting in the foam Little soldier boy Come marching home Brave soldier boy Comes marching home miss you Mako you made my child hook great

[@floralynphea3400]

SuperAlphamale13 :(

[@ChadKakashi]

I hope your child jab was better.

[@ariv8763]

NO WE DO NOT SPEAK OF THIS SONG NO

[@issy1412]

I almost cried during that part

[@yanseen102]

Sad Boi Paco I couldn’t hold my tears when I was rewatching

[@theknightikins9397]

I noticed a very slight difference in season 3 in his voice but I just assumed they were using better microphones. I guess that’s why they didn’t let him talk much because they wanted it to be less noticeable. Now “little soldier boy” seems even sadder to me as that was one of his last episodes.

[@seulgisong4205]

They had stated before that he was originally going to remain silent for awhile and it wasn’t because of the voice change

[@BlueDebut]

Him singing Leaves From the Vine was his last work. He cried in the booth

[@jessetheanimenerd3304]

@@BlueDebut Mako's last work in Avatar was the season 2 finale (voice actors usually do their work in advance). His tribute was added in the Tales of Ba Sing Se episode because he died before it aired.

[@RealWolfmanDan]

@@BlueDebut that's a heartwarming myth actually. He had completed all of season 2 before he passed.

[@Koichi-Kun]

@@RealWolfmanDan he still cried because he knew he was going to die soon. And that may have not been his last work, but it was one of his last works.

[@liltunechi4]

I didn’t notice the change during avatar but it’s noticeable during the legend of Korra

[@grayfons3894]

agree!! mako had a very distinct way of speaking, from pronunciation to how he timed his breathing, and greg did a really good job of falling into that, but since there were a few years between atla and lok i figure it became a little more difficult to remember all the vocal quirks

[@duckway4733]

@@grayfons3894 still close enough tho. Mad respecc.

[@harshraythattha3886]

I actually kinda like that though, because Iroh is shown as a lot older than he was in Last Airbender. As you get older, even if youre already an adult your voice changes, and the coarseness he had in LOK I just attribute to his age at the time.

[@jay_sun2088]

@@harshraythattha3886 He was a spirit. He wasn’t aging anymore. 70+ years had passed between ATLA and LOK.

[@amansahota6043]

@@jay_sun2088 he still was a lot older, he had white hair, he probably died like 20yrs after the war ended

[@rodrigojacome7471]

RIP Mako Iwamatsu

[@nesonacouch1946]

nice profile pic

[@KamiTenchi]

Where the hell is Tron Uprising?

[@macafromthewired]

Yato Senpai where the hell is Noragami season 3

[@jorgie4639]

Brave soldier boy

[@archivez101]

Kelpy G comes marching home

[@bertimusprime7900]

Little soldier boy starts playing, my eyes start watering. RIP Mako.

[@randolphgood1454]

Real talk

[@smriti6243]

Yes, it does cue the tear-bending.. :/

[@Chuckygrizzly]

Leaves from the vine

[@sciencedude2355]

​@@Chuckygrizzly Falling so slow

[@yj3126]

Mako seems more genuine, because that is his actual voice, because he is an asian man, playing an asian man, and it just fits, you know? I hope my explanation is reasonable

[@13zomi]

Yeah that’s why no one can really replace Mako’s voice. I get the show had to carry on & they got the best actor they could find, but tbh Iroh never felt the same to me after season 2.

[@edawg792]

Yes, Mako’s Iroh sounds more natural and Greg’s sounds more forced. But that makes sense because Greg is copying Mako’s natural voice.

[@ash-rx9mo]

makes u wonder why they didn’t hire an Asian guy to replace Mako??

[@Rockets2024Champs]

ash because they couldn’t find someone who sounds like him

[@cricket6600]

That defeats the purpose of Voice acting so no, I doesn't make sense

[@SuperShadow1782]

Leaves from the vine Falling so slow Like fragile tiny shells Drifting in the foam Little soldier boy Come marching home Brave soldier boy Comes marching home

[@remenencenda768]

Just reading the lyrics of that sing still makes me tear up, even after all these years

[@babyeliascookie]

@@remenencenda768 Same

[@zackattack8228]

Same

[@spoonlicker4240]

I NEVER KNEW WHY IT WAS SUPPOSED TO BE SAD

[@floofyt2008]

Such a beautiful song

[@cometmoon4485]

It sounds really weird hearing Mako speak so angrily and harshly as Aku. It's like if Iroh turned evil!

[@starsong124]

Firelord Iroh- the way Azulon wanted

[@hattanalshutaifi4587]

That iroh is complete opposite of aku

[@silverstream233]

starsong124 i feel like Fire Lord Iroh wouldn’t be evil tbh.

[@cortd5273]

Iroh was Fire Lord for a day. Today will be Tea day.

[@Patch2112]

I watched Samurai Jack before ATLA, so it freaked me out hearing Aku being so kind!

[@Chaud31423]

"Ooooh that was the OLD Aku, this, is the NEW Aku" It's like Aku was self aware

[@Vandal_Hawk63]

I truly respect Greg Baldwin. He had massive shoes to fill after Mako. He did a good job with Aku and an almost flawless job with Iroh. Mako would be proud.

[@rickparsent9632]

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[@Stefantius]

He had a literal impossible job and nailed it

[@miaplaysthepiano]

I have to admit, when I heard Uncle Iroh's voice in the 3rd season, I did notice something was off, but it wasn't until now that I realized there were two different voice actors. I'm so happy they found someone able to do such justice to Mako's legacy as Iroh.

[@harrylane4]

"their relationship started off a little rocky" Oh yeah... Just a tiny bit.

[@what827]

Harrison Lane lol

[@TaterNug]

I'ma just say I read your comment just as the video got to that part. :)

[@TheAwesomeDarkNinja]

I think Greg Baldwin is amazing as Aku. It really feels like the character, which is no small feat for a replacement to do.

[@thegatorhator6822]

Yeah he does it justice, he just can't shout quite as well or do the laugh but really we couldn't expect any better.

[@vynonyoutube1418]

he's definetly getting better though. Episode 7 of Season 5 of Samurai Jack has a laugh that's almost like Mako's

[@AsianNIGMA]

TheAwesomeDarkNinja he's ok but sounds kinda Mexican to me

[@thegatorhator6822]

The Sombrero Wearing Master of Darkness

[@littleaqua32]

First United Church of Latter Day Boatheism Only if the Sombrero is *EXTRA THICC*

[@PhoenixFires]

Greg Baldwin really did an amazing job imitating Mako's Iroh but put his own spin on Aku that's really interesting.

[@whoopingmuffin9700]

Greg is pretty much able to do 90% of mako's voice. Its as close as anyone can get without being mako himself. the 10% lost are things that would be only possible with his voice, the coarseness of aku's voice as mako strains his throat slightly, and the warmth of iroh's voice as he speaks. No amount of practice or imitation could ever recreate those things, gregs voice is functionally a perfect imitiation within the bounds what an imitation is and not just literally having his voice

[@TheDarthDestruktor]

Greg is no Mako, but he's still good. Hey - if you can't get perfection, get the next best thing.

[@dalivrubot5909]

TheDarthDestruktor I think he is perfection. When a legend dies, one must rise to replace him: Greg did exactly that.

[@GenerationWest]

For those who don't know, Greg Baldwin was Mako's understudy during the production of Avatar and TMNT 2007, so he was chosen and trained to take over his work when the time came. I believe he does justice to Mako's Legacy, but my word alone might not be enough for you, so you decide for yourself. UPDATE: Apparently the understudy thing isn't true, how about that... Oh yeah... *EXTRA T H I C C!*

[@gametimex3969]

TheGenerationWest he sounds identical enough

[@StarWarsJibaro]

TheGenerationWest The thicness is strong in this video.

[@cristianbonilla5106]

TheGenerationWest Nobody could ever replace Mako's portrayal as Aku. But when I first saw "The New Aku", never judge a book by it's cover. Greg Baldwin is impressive. VERY impressive

[@ianbotello3950]

do mob psycho 100 cast

[@alexisogun]

Mako will always be remembered as Aku and Iroh. Greg Baldwin honored Mako's legacy :)

[@Groffy17]

This transition of voices is fantastic. Never realized the difference watching it years ago

[@DigitalPand3mic]

Not very well known but Greg Baldwin was actually the student of Mako. A very fine student he was, and upheld the legacy of Mako very well.

[@VADtoys]

It's not very well known cause it's a lie. Greg never met Mako. He did meet his daughter and his grandson once though after a recording session and the daughter hugged him and said "It's like he was back".

[@JagoShogun]

man the gaslighting and lies never stop lol. They never met.

[@The_Toonami-AdultSwim_fan2002]

@@JagoShogun I can say the same thing about you annoying fans who keep gatekeeping Mako and hating on Greg for no reason lmao.

[@TDTIRPAN]

Mako's madness in his voice, i miss it

[@chrome7695]

Yeah man season 1 ep 20 where he yelled at Zhao shit was so badass

[@theklorg305]

Greg's versions reach much higher, while Mako prefers lower.

[@IntoTheWeeds71]

Literally only just discovered they were two different voice actors. Wow, he nailed it.

[@IsaacAbunu]

I miss Mako, I grew up listening to him, and was sad when he died in the middle of season 2. His voice is one of a kind, Greg does a great and valiant job sounding like him.

[@briancrosby152]

RIP Mako I wish you were alive to see Samurai Jack's ending I am so glad they paid homage to you by playing the old intro.

[@jjsedino]

Mako Iwamatsu 12/10/1933-7/21/2006

[@dhivaansalig6398]

What's even sadder is Mako didn't see Zuko change for the better.

[@yousefsh7949]

Dhivaan Salig well he did read the script so probably he did

[@_phong.huynh_]

@@yousefsh7949 it's good that he doesn't know about the live action movie, they did Uncle Iroh dirty.

[@duckway4733]

@@_phong.huynh_ there is no movie in ba sing se

[@lelandgrover5328]

Greg Baldwin's Iroh performance was similar enough to Mako's as humanly possible and he did a good job but no one can truly replace Mako Iwamatsu.

[@I_am_a_cat_]

Irohs story about his son, and when he sings little soldier boy makes me cry every. single. time. Without fail. Greg Balwin is pretty good at doing Iroh's (Mako's) voice. I could never tell it was two people. Breaks my heart that Mako passed from Cancer.

[@The_Toonami-AdultSwim_fan2002]

Not as much as it breaks my heart to see Mako's fans falling into the "jerky critic that only cares about professionalism" rabbit hole. Honestly? I can't help but feel sorry for Mako after seeing how poorly his fans treat Greg after when he voiced Aku and Iroh lol.

[@DoubleM-hf6ih]

The two voices sound exactly the same. It’s pretty awesome how Greg Baldwin made his voice sound similar to Mako. Well done Greg Baldwin. RIP Mako.

[@JohnSkellington]

I agree, Greg Baldwin sounds very similar to Mako's performances as both Aku and Iroh. I could hardly tell the difference! It's just like in the Toy Story movies, after Slinky Dog's original actor Jim Varney died, his close friend Blake Clark took his place in Toy Story 3 and sounded very similar to him.

[@Silver01Son]

John Sullivan I didn't even know that!

[@fullmetalgamer6062]

John Sullivan It's also like The Lion King. Jim Cummings had to finish the song "Be prepared" after Jeremy Irons messed his vocal cords when shouting "you wont get a sniff without me!" Cummings sounded way similar.

[@Elora445]

+Fullmetal Gamer: Indeed he did. One can hear the difference if you know to listen for it, but if you don't know about them switching voices there, you don't really think about it. Cummings has a much smoother voice than Irons, and that's pretty much the only difference. He really did a great job of imitating Irons's style.

[@MarshaNPILoveCanada]

Yeah agreed they do sounds slight different and yeah... And did *JP Sulley* actually made pp yourself?

[@RETRONOMIKON]

I think I'm in the computer....

[@benformers3430]

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[@CatMaster90001]

Yes, that's it! I'd like a large- what? Huh?

[@RETRONOMIKON]

CatMaster90001 What? Extra thick?!?

[@CatMaster90001]

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[@Commander_Shepard.]

"YOU'RE EARLY!"

[@karasunofam2197]

I can hear the differences in their voices but I’m still quite impressed on how similar they are, but makos voice still holds a special spot in my heart, will always be the best in my opinion ❤️ Rest In Peace soldier boy❤️

[@tedblue3281]

Mako's voice sounds more natural maybe because it's his real voice but greg's Iroh is more stiff but either way he did a great job as Iroh

[@peshokrika3883]

Even Genndy said it that nobody can replace Mako. When I watched Samurai Jack as a kid and saw Aku and his voice I was scared as a puppy. I will never forget that experience. RIP Mako!

[@mbmb8442]

Cyricz m

[@CapnUgh]

I notice the difference between Mako and Greg in their respective portrayals of Aku. It's a very, very minute difference and doesn't make me enjoy it any less, but I do think Mako brought just a little extra spice to the part.

[@kevincass9917]

Oh definitely. That more coarse, aged Asian voice brought out the accented words much better than Baldwins. But Greg is doing a really good job.

[@faulty4350]

Two great voice actors. They did a great job making them sound similar

[@rickparsent9632]

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[@Kingjoffrey12]

That's actually incredible. Usually when I find out they replace a voice actor, I can never enjoy that character in the same way again. But after hearing this, I've been able to enjoy the show countless times through & through. Truly an amazing show.

[@awsomeboxhead]

The main issue with Greg's Aku is that it seems like Greg is struggling to reach those higher pitches. Greg sounded much better during Aku's therapy scene, as Aku was using a more calmer, Iroh type voice. Greg just needs a little more shout in his voice, and needs a scene where he's trolling Jack.

[@kevincass9917]

Well, the thing is Greg's Aku is meant to be a bit more depressed, and you can hear it in the way he speaks. Shouting in his voice would only ruin the idea that Aku is kind of depressed at the idea that Jack is still in the future and won't die naturally.

[@RikudoMadaraUchiha]

How did he do during the trolling Jack scene?

[@awsomeboxhead]

He did much better

[@bloodlesslegacy5002]

I'd say he nailed it, sounds just like the old aku would say

[@RemixExtender]

Greg certainly pulled a troll Aku during the most recent episode of Samurai Jack, when Aku pulled Jack out of the portal.

[@FlashyNightmares]

but this is the NEW aku :3

[@Wisconsam2117]

It works out yeah. I just say in my head it's because of Aku's crippling depression due to the Foooooooooooolish Samurai not aging.

[@SYMShutYoMouth]

+Tmasterboom2 Lol I love this comment

[@ShaunInce123]

Tmasterboom2 So, tell me what's been bothering you...

[@luigim1304]

Shaun N Ince Well, you see Doc, I always expected the Samurai to- *w e d o n t s p e a k h i s n a m e h e r e , t h i s i s a s a f e p l a c e*

[@joops8029]

0:15 This man gave his voice to a character, who would go on to inspire an entire generation to be kind to their fellow man. Mako was a true Legend, R.I.P.

[@Xevion]

Mako feels more active, happier and upbeat but Greg's impression is very soft, compassionate and truthful. Think also works in my opinion as Greg came in later when Iroh was older and also at a time in the show where everything was being resolved.

[@stevenmendezstevenmendez1258]

2:53 literally the new aku

[@TVJUNK85]

Gennedy originally thought to make an all new voice for Aku for the recent season. However, he eventually decided to try to match the original Aku. However, I wouldn't be surprised if he instructed Greg to make it his own as well. Iroh was straight up duplication, while Aku is certainly different, yet similar. I'm fairly certain this might have been on purpose. Kind of like a "look, we'll never fully replace Mako. We might as well make it unique while at the same time similar." In the end, it's Aku. Sort of a different voice, but it's certainly still Aku. I'm kinda glad they went this way.

[@kristofgriffin384]

TVJUNK85 Me too. Although I would've loved it much more if thay cast Mark Hamill as Aku. He would've been a perfect casting choice for season 5. But I'm satisfied with Greg Baldwin, too.

[@bubba485]

Last year, Phil Lamar stated that during a recording session for Season 5, Mako's daughter and grandson came in to the studio and heard Greg Baldwin's Aku, his daughter said it sounded very much like Mako's Aku. That to me was enough to accept Baldwin as the new Aku.

[@tuffkay7864]

I was just thinking Hamill would have been better too. He did a good job with the accent in ATLA and has that gruff throaty-ness that Greg is missing.

[@senpaibrittt8343]

I never knew this at all til I watched this video. People would normally have the characters not exist nomore or would write down a plot that they just disappear after the original voice actors pass away or quit and they would continue the seasons and episodes without them. I’m just soo happy they found someone who can do uncle iroh’s voice and can continue his journey, he was an amazing uncle that anyone could ask for in real life. Thank u avatar creators❤️😭 RIP Mako along with the other voice actors who made our childhood great🙏🏼🕊💕

[@MrJermeyp]

I can tell the difference , but I also can not imagine anyone else sounding so amazingly close to the late great Mako Iwamatsu , he does justice to both Aku and especially Iro.

[@UrSammich]

Mako's Iroh has a certain sound that you can hear, like a slight whisper. Greg's seems a bit thicker, but it is very very close as it should be since he trained under him. Aku's voice, yeah you can hear the difference, but it's not completely bad. He added his own spin, but still honoring Mako which I think is important to note. Greg can copy him, sure, but he doesn't just copy, he pays respect in doing so. I think that's the difference.

[@derpyzmuffinz]

I didn't even notice Iroh's voice changed man! He does a good impression

[@zeeby24]

A person can never 100% replicate an accent that isn’t theirs but he does a damn good job of it!

[@jamestolbert1856]

Rest in peace Mako Imawatsu

[@wyatttyson7737]

I didn't realize they are using a different actor for Aku in the latest season. Greg Baldwin does a fantastic job!

[@skodware]

Yeah, unfortunately Mako passed away during the production of Avatar: The Last Airbender. RIP :(

[@Taraisnotonfire]

Wyatt Tyson Yeah the main reason why Samurai Jack suddenly stopped production over the past couple years was because Mako passed away and they couldn't find someone better to replace him at the time

[@sureiguess1]

Are you serious? U didnt notice a difference? Wow ur a total moron huh?

[@raulh5008]

@@sureiguess1 I didn't notice it either. So yup we're morons hehe

[@carloastillero55]

Greg was a great succesor to Mako. For me Mako's voice has that deep, calm connection with the character which brings out their full potential. It conveyed a lot more emotions

[@discotrain173]

Anyone else notice iroh didn't speak for the first like 3 or 4 episodes of book 3 when he was in his cell?

[@skull1161]

mostly for the show I think, I dont think they would continue if he was supposed to talk

[@skanderdhaouadi4661]

i didn't even notice! wow, very good quick casting

[@CyberSlaYerAka-NinjaThug]

Mako passed away just 1 day after my 5th birthday-July 21.2006 . It was a hard time for me cuz he played Aku. One of my fav. CN of all time. RIP Mako Iwamatsu July 21. 2006. You will be missed ;_;

[@kiwiangeldust6912]

Same that after was my 5th birthday too. We have the same birthday lol

[@he.quetzal4]

Happy early birthday

[@JeremyBelpoisX]

IMHO, Mako would be so proud of Greg's work. Especially his near-perfect impression of Aku in the Samurai Jack finale.

[@evansokolson9221]

Mako Imawatsu laid the foundation for Iroh’s character, while Greg Baldwin made Iroh sound more spiritual and philosophical, perfect for a Grand Lotus and future resident of the spirit world.

[@AndroctonusHector]

Mako may he Rest In Peace, even if we didn’t know him he helped us grow up watching these shows by voicing these amazing characters.

[@bodbyss]

I knew poor Mako had passed, and I miss him. Greg is incredible, though.

[@LuxTinkering]

Mako is my favorite voice actor he has a lot of nostalgia to him

[@valfalos997]

Greg Baldwin did an amazing job capturing Iroh. I didn't even know they had an actor switch. Rest in peace Mako.

[@ElpheltStan]

The age within the voice seems to be the only factor that keeps these voices apart. You can hear the difference between the 2, but Greg is the perfect successor, 0 complains

[@Rgoid]

Of course Greg Baldwin is indeed a worthy successor to Mako Iwamatsu as both Iroh and Aku.

[@jordanguy4241]

Mako will always be the best, but I think Greg fits the new depressed Aku

[@logankhampane932]

Literally the only difference is the way they pronounce their “D”s. Besides that it’s almost the exact same

[@Hog_ridergaming]

ey we got the same profile picture

[@power2go3]

The O's for me. Greg seems to hold it a little longer

[@SylverLeo]

That is excellent! I have book 1, 2, and 3 of Avatar: The Last Airbender. I didn’t notice a sound difference in season 3 whatsoever

[@m3xicanvoodoo]

Baldwin’s version of Iroh was great and fitting, throughout the entire season Mako’s version sounded wise and at times cheerful. Baldwin’s version coming near the end of the series still sounds wise but has the sound like Iroh is tired like the war has gone on for too long and he just wants to rest

[@g.j.338]

Mexican Aku is ok I guess. RIP Mako

[@KamiTenchi]

No such thing as Mexican Aku.

[@brandonlopez1084]

He sounds like he has a yiddish accent.

[@martiA113]

Samurai Jack se dobló en Venezuela.

[@Byakugan888]

Hes just white. lol

[@Alvi-lp1gk]

Rest in peace Mako, you were amazing

[@TheLOOKOUTSquad]

He is more worthy to be his successor than anyone else. That and we all know that mako is smiling down at greg right now and proud of his performance to continue his legacy

[@darkyami12141]

Greg Baldwin did an amazing impersonation, I wasn't even aware his voice actor had changed! It wasn't until I was scrolling behind the voice actors when I found out Mako Iwamatsu had passed away. May he rest in piece

[@supersteve7565]

In honor of Mako

[@Aurorakitzune]

Rest In Peace Makoto Iwamatsu 1933-2006 you will be missed sad cat thumbs up

[@XX847]

As a child I never knew there was 2 different voice actors. While side by side you can hear the difference, Greg still always feels like Iroh.

[@andrelee7081]

2:50 "Oh, that was the old Aku, this is the new Aku." Good quote to use.

[@OwlEye2010]

On the whole, I think it's fair to say that Greg Baldwin is a good successor to Mako. :)

[@AlexTheGamer97]

I did notice him sounding different at the part this video shows but to me it fit well because it sounds like him taking in the seriousness of the situation where he was more light hearted in other seasons. The voice actor nailed it

[@disgustingdaniels2312]

I always knew iroh sounded a bit different in season 3 and in Korra, just didn’t know it was cause of a different voice actor. RIP to mako he’s always be my favorite voice of iroh :(

[@DrunkSnowWhite]

I can tell the difference when they're put side by side, but I would never have noticed it otherwise

[@anibala.moralessanchez8018]

Avatar and Samurai Jack, my two favorite animated shows and both started with Mako and ended with Baldwin. What irony.

[@albatablays24]

"That was an old Aku but this is a new Aku" that is the best detail saying the changing of voice actor

[@Kumbaya4]

That was done amazingly well. Respect

[@yoyohan9]

Greg did such an amazing job of picking up where Mako left off!

[@mogensschmidt2498]

indeed

[@karlozdiaz4271]

I honestly did not notice that irons voice had a different actor in season 3, and I didn't know he died when it said in honor of mako, thought it was irohs sons name, because I didn't know all the voice actors name but now that I know this guy who did Iroh ins season three did a pretty good job. Didn't know mako died when it said in honor of mako but, Rest in peace mako.

[@turkamayne7]

Listening back to back it’s definitely easy to tell. But growing up, and even when I rewatched it a good number of years ago, I had no idea it was two voices.

[@Edwinm20]

See watching legend of Korra again on Netflix this year I noticed Iroh sounded different. And now I come to release they had switched voice actors. RIP Mako 🙏🏼