What exactly is a buy-out?

A buy-out is the fee you pay for the intellectual property rights and the use of the voice recording. This rate depends on where the recording will be heard (such as online, on radio, or on television) and the campaign's duration.

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 Stopwatch: How Timing Determines a Voice Actor's Price

Behind the Stopwatch: How Timing Determines a Voice Actor's Price | Voices

If we have to rush, credibility suffers. That's why we measure the script beforehand. A natural reading pace is around 130 words per minute. If you go over that, you force the voice into an unnatural rhythm.

How We Build Your Recording Price

When we budget for a voice recording, we make a clear distinction between two project types. This determines the final price:

Commercial work: Here, you pay a fixed basic fee for the studio recording session, plus a buy-out. This buy-out covers usage rights and depends on the medium (for example, social media, radio, or television) and the campaign duration.
Non-commercial work: For projects like e-learning or an internal corporate film, we usually charge a rate per word or per project. Broadcast rights don't apply here, as the video is not promoted externally.

Because every project is unique, we always provide a custom quote. This way, you know exactly what to expect upfront, with no surprises later.

A Director's Tip for Perfect Timing

As a voice director, I often see this: a beautifully written text for a brochure simply doesn't work when spoken aloud. My most important tip is this: always read your script aloud a few times with a stopwatch in hand.

Pay attention to where you naturally breathe. A professional voice actor needs that breathing room to add nuance and emphasise the right words. If you find yourself running out of breath or rushing sentences to stay within time, cut your text without mercy. Fewer words often create a greater impact.

Selecting the Right Voice

Our platform features 93 professional voice actors, all carefully selected by us. They are native speakers of various languages, including German, English, French (BE), Italian, Spanish, and, of course, Flemish. Whether you're looking for Annelies' warm voice for an audiobook or Mark's mature tone for a corporate film, the right match is crucial for your brand's voice.

Our clients value our careful selection and flexibility. As our client Leo put it after a collaboration: "We are very happy with your site and excellent contact. Especially your flexibility with arranging an adjustment afterwards in no time." Nicolas also shared his experience: "Very smooth communication, top service!"

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.