Can a computer voice completely replace a professional voice actor?

While voice tech continues to develop, synthetic voices lack the emotional intelligence, flexibility and instinct of a human voice actor. For brief, purely functional alerts, they can work, but for productions that need to build trust and connection, a real human voice remains the right choice.

Which languages are available on your platform?

Our actors record exclusively in their native languages. We offer a comprehensive roster including Danish, German, English, English (US), French, French (BE), Italian, Dutch, Polish, Portuguese, Spanish and Flemish. [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.

Behind the microphone: why a voice is more than pixels

Behind the microphone: why a voice is more than pixels | Voices

Our Flemish voice actors, such as Laura, understand how to adjust their delivery to build an immediate connection. They understand regional culture and accurate pronunciation, which is critical when addressing a Belgian audience.

A directing tip for natural audio

A common issue with voice-over scripts is overly formal writing. People do not talk the way they write formal documents. Here is a practical tip from our daily studio work: always read your script aloud before sending it to the studio. If you stumble over a sentence or run out of breath, the phrasing is too long or too stiff.

A professional voice actor notices this right away. During the session, we often make subtle script adjustments in consultation with the client to improve the flow. An automated voice would read clumsy sentences without question, leaving you with an unnatural result.

Understanding voice-over pricing

Cost is often the main reason people look at automated tools. Understanding how professional rates work helps you make an informed choice. For commercial voice-overs, such as radio ads or web campaigns, pricing consists of a basic studio fee plus a buyout. The buyout covers usage rights and depends on your distribution channels and campaign duration.

For non-commercial work, like internal training or corporate explainer videos, we charge per word or per project. This transparent structure ensures you know the exact cost upfront, without hidden surprises.

From script to final master

To show how smooth and stress-free a professional session can be, here is our standard studio workflow:

We discuss your required tone and help you choose the best match from our voice roster.
The voice actor records in a professional studio, where we monitor pronunciation, pacing and atmosphere.
Our audio engineer edits the takes, removes distracting clicks and breaths, and delivers clean, ready-to-use audio files quickly.

This workflow delivers broadcast-quality audio ready for immediate use.

Curious how a professional voice can bring your project to life? Our voice director johfrai is on hand to guide your casting and oversee the entire production from start to finish.

Frequently asked questions

Short and to the point. Click to see the answer.

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.