Why does a computer voice often sound unnatural in Flemish?

Flemish is rich in subtle intonation differences and regional nuances. Computer voices lack the human intuition to understand the emotion behind a word, which often makes the pronunciation sound stiff or too Dutch.

What about the rates for a professional voice-over?

The price depends on the type of project. For commercial projects, you pay a basic rate plus a buy-out for the usage rights. For non-commercial projects such as e-learning or internal videos, we use a rate per word or per project. We always provide a customised quote for this.

Can I follow and direct the recording live?

Yes, that is possible. By listening in live during the recording session, you can give direct feedback on emphasis and tempo, ensuring an efficient process and a result that immediately meets your expectations. [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.

Behind the microphone: why a voice is more than just text

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

How we find the right tone in the studio

As a voice director, I see daily how a text transforms once a professional Flemish voice over steps behind the microphone. The process follows clear steps to guarantee quality:

Reviewing the brief: We discuss the target audience, the desired mood, and the pronunciation of specific brand names.
The test recording: The voice actor records a few sentences to check if the pitch and tempo are right.
Direction and fine-tuning: During the recording, we make live adjustments as needed, ensuring every emphasis falls in exactly the right place.
Editing and finishing: The recording is cleaned of breaths and disturbing ambient sounds, ready for use.

Our voice actor Serge, whose voice sounds confident and friendly, knows exactly how to adjust his pace to match the visuals of a video. You simply cannot replicate that craftsmanship with an algorithm.

A director's tip for the perfect recording

Here is an important insight from recording practice: pay attention to the transition between sentences. A computer voice often stitches sentences together mechanically with the exact same pause every time. In the studio, we let our voices play with silence. Sometimes a key word needs just a fraction of a second extra breathing room to land with the listener. If you are writing a script, try reading it aloud. Where you naturally pause to breathe, that is where the natural break in your audio should be.

The structure of a fair rate

When booking a professional voice, we work with a transparent structure so you know exactly what to expect upfront. For commercial work, such as a radio spot or online advertisement, the rate consists of a fixed basic fee for the studio recording, supplemented by a buy-out. This buy-out covers the usage rights, depending on the medium and how long the production will be heard. Is it non-commercial work, such as an internal corporate video or e-learning? Then we simply charge per word or per project. This keeps the budget clear and fair.

Finding the right tone together

With 93 professional voices available on our platform, we are happy to help you find the perfect match for your project. Whether you are looking for the soft, confidential voice of Annelies for an audiobook, or a French-speaking voice like Marilyn for a bilingual production in Belgium, we will work together to see what works. Feel free to contact us for personal advice or targeted casting. We are happy to help you think about the right voice for your story.

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.