How do I ensure the voice actor gets the right tone straight away?

Always provide a clear brief with your request. State your target audience. Explain the desired mood of the message. You can also include a reference to an existing video or commercial that matches the style you are looking for.

Can I listen in and direct during the recording?

Yes, for many productions, you can listen live to the studio session via an audio connection. This allows you to give real-time instructions on pace, brand name pronunciation, and emphasis. [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 Scenes: The Difference a Dutch Voice Actor Makes

Behind the Scenes: The Difference a Dutch Voice Actor Makes | Voices

What Happens on the Other Side of the Studio Glass

An experienced voice actor does much more than simply speak into a microphone. The real work lies in interpreting the subtext: what does the writer truly mean, and who is on the receiving end listening?

A director's tip we often share in the studio: pay attention to where the emphasis falls. If you accidentally place the emphasis on the object instead of the action, you can quickly sound preachy. By correctly placing the emphasis on the listener's experience and consciously allowing space for natural breathing, you create intimacy and credibility. A good voice actor immediately grasps such directions and effortlessly adjusts their intonation in the next take.

The Right Dutch Voice for Your Target Audience

In the Dutch market, tone is crucial. A voice-over that works perfectly for a business e-learning course might sound too formal in a radio message. That is why we purposefully select from our database of 94 chosen voices based on style and experience.

For projects aimed at young professionals or contemporary campaigns, a fresh, natural sound works particularly well. Consider voices like Jakob or Youri, for example, who switch between corporate and smooth commercial work. They master the art of sounding professional without seeming artificial.

How a Professional Recording Session Works

When you engage a voice actor, the studio process follows set steps to achieve the desired final result:

Briefing and Tone Setting: We determine the desired tone of voice, the intended pace, and the target audience for the recording beforehand.
Recording and Direction: The voice actor records the text in a professional studio, potentially with live direction so you can give immediate feedback on emphasis and pronunciation.
Post-production and Mastering: The recording is cleaned of breathing noise and imperfections, and perfectly mixed to the correct sound level for your application.

Cost Structure: Clear and Without Surprises

When booking a voice actor, we use a transparent fee structure. For commercial work, such as radio, television, or online advertisements, the price consists of a fixed base rate for the studio recording, supplemented by a buy-out. This buy-out covers the usage rights, depending on the channel where the message is broadcast and the campaign's duration.For non-commercial recordings, such as an internal training video, a corporate video, or e-learning, we usually charge per word or per project. This way, you know exactly what to expect upfront. There are no unexpected costs later.

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.