How do I choose the right voice for my specific project?

Always listen to several sample demos that match your genre, such as commercial, e-learning, or corporate video. Pay attention not only to the voice tone, but especially to the pace and naturalness of the speaker.

How quickly can a recorded text be delivered?

Because our voice actors work from professional studios, we can often be very responsive. As our client Martine noted in her review: "Fast service, professional result. Satisfied!" [FAQ_BLOCK]

How do I order a phone message?

Pick a voice you like for your phone system. Enter your texts. You can also use our simple text generator. Add hold music if you want. Within 3 days at most, you receive the finished audio files.

How does ordering work?

Here is how it works: 1. Listen to the demos and pick a voice for your phone system. 2. Enter your texts. You can also use our simple text generator. 3. Add hold music if you want. 4. Pay securely with Bancontact, iDEAL or credit card. Within 3 days at most, you receive the finished audio files by email.

What does a professional phone message cost?

The price depends on how long your text is and which message you need (welcome, menu or hold). As soon as you pick a voice, you see what it costs. Hold music is optional.

What does a professional telephone message cost?

A welcome message or phone menu from a professional voice is surprisingly affordable. The price depends on the length of your text and the type of message (welcome message, phone menu, on-hold message). At Voices, you can see the price instantly for your chosen voice. On-hold music from our library can be added separately. Most clients receive their audio within 1 to 2 working days.

Can I provide my own music?

Yes, you can! You can add your own audio file using the upload button. Please ensure you have the correct broadcasting rights for any music you provide.

How much does it cost to add music on hold?

Adding a track from our library costs a one-off fee of €59. This gives you unlimited usage rights for your project.

Are the tracks optimised for telephony?

Absolutely. All our on-hold music is specially mixed and optimised for the frequency range of telephone systems (300Hz - 3400Hz), so it always sounds clear.

Do you also record voice prompts for IVR and phone systems?

Yes, we can record complete phone menus (IVR) for your telephone system. You provide the options you need, and we will ensure that everything is recorded clearly and professionally. This is ideal for businesses with multiple departments.

5 Key Tips for Choosing the Right Voice-over Voice

5 Key Tips for Choosing the Right Voice-over Voice | Voices

2. Smooth out the script before recording (the director's tip)

As a voice director, I see it happen daily: sentences that read perfectly fine on paper, but which a voice actor stumbles over. While text can be forgiving, vocal cords need oxygen and rhythm.

Always read your text aloud once before recording, at a relaxed pace. Where you have to gasp for breath, the sentence is too long. Where your tongue stumbles over words, the sentence flow is too clunky. By briefly refining your script beforehand and cutting superfluous adjectives, you give the voice actor the room to tell a natural and convincing story.

3. Pay attention to the origin and accent of the voice

A Flemish listener is acutely aware when a voice isn't from their own region. Although a Dutch voice like Bart (friendly, clear, and warm) works excellently for the Dutch market, a Belgian campaign requires an authentic local accent.

In our database of 94 professional voices, we always strictly ensure the correct regional match. An experienced voice like Veerle, with over 25 years of experience, knows precisely how to add the right Flemish nuance that builds trust with a local audience. If you want the message to truly resonate, choose a native speaker from the target region.

4. Understand the cost structure

When booking a voice, it's helpful to know how the costs are structured so you never face any surprises. There's a clear distinction between commercial and non-commercial work:

Non-commercial projects (such as e-learning, internal company videos, or an audiobook): for these, we usually charge a per-word rate or a fixed project rate.
Commercial projects (such as a radio or TV commercial): here, the fee consists of a fixed basic rate for the studio recording, combined with a buy-out for usage rights. This buy-out depends on the medium and the period during which the recording will be heard.

For exact pricing, we always provide a clear, tailor-made quote for your specific application.

5. Assess a voice for flexibility, not just its sound

A beautiful voice quality alone isn't enough. A professional voice actor can adjust their intonation based on the director's instructions. Voices like Christina's sound naturally warm and clear, but it's their craftsmanship that allows them to place exactly the right emphasis your story requires.

Clients appreciate that professionalism. For example, client Sasha gave us a maximum score of 5/5 and wrote: "Extremely satisfied with the quality and the very clear and professional voice of Johfrah! Highly recommended!"

Frequently asked questions

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How do I order a phone message?: Pick a voice you like for your phone system. Enter your texts. You can also use our simple text generator. Add hold music if you want. Within 3 days at most, you receive the finished audio files.
How does ordering work?: Here is how it works: 1. Listen to the demos and pick a voice for your phone system. 2. Enter your texts. You can also use our simple text generator. 3. Add hold music if you want. 4. Pay securely with Bancontact, iDEAL or credit card. Within 3 days at most, you receive the finished audio files by email.
What does a professional phone message cost?: The price depends on how long your text is and which message you need (welcome, menu or hold). As soon as you pick a voice, you see what it costs. Hold music is optional.
What does a professional telephone message cost?: A welcome message or phone menu from a professional voice is surprisingly affordable. The price depends on the length of your text and the type of message (welcome message, phone menu, on-hold message).
At Voices, you can see the price instantly for your chosen voice. On-hold music from our library can be added separately. Most clients receive their audio within 1 to 2 working days.
Can I provide my own music?: Yes, you can! You can add your own audio file using the upload button. Please ensure you have the correct broadcasting rights for any music you provide.
How much does it cost to add music on hold?: Adding a track from our library costs a one-off fee of €59. This gives you unlimited usage rights for your project.
Are the tracks optimised for telephony?: Absolutely. All our on-hold music is specially mixed and optimised for the frequency range of telephone systems (300Hz - 3400Hz), so it always sounds clear.
Do you also record voice prompts for IVR and phone systems?: Yes, we can record complete phone menus (IVR) for your telephone system. You provide the options you need, and we will ensure that everything is recorded clearly and professionally. This is ideal for businesses with multiple departments.
How long should my telephone message be?: Keep it short and concise. A welcome message is ideally between 10 and 15 seconds. A phone menu should guide the caller to the correct department within 30 seconds. Think from the caller's perspective: they want to be helped as quickly as possible.