What is the difference between British English and American English for videos?

British English is generally perceived as slightly more formal and traditional, which works well for corporate videos and premium brands. American English often sounds somewhat more informal, dynamic, and direct, making it an excellent fit for faster-paced online content and apps.

Can English voices also record commercials?

Yes, many of our voice actors, such as Sarah, Sean, and Ian, specialise in both voice-over work for videos and recording commercials and telephone systems. Their experience ensures the message fits precisely within the available seconds. [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.

How to Choose the Right English Voice-overs for Your Project

How to Choose the Right English Voice-overs for Your Project | Voices

How are English voice-over rates structured?

To avoid misunderstandings, it's helpful to understand how the price for a voice-over assignment is determined. We always make a clear distinction based on the project type:

Non-commercial work: This includes an internal corporate video, an e-learning module, or an audiobook. For these, we charge a rate per word or a fixed project fee, based on the total length of the text.
Commercial work: This covers TV spots, radio commercials, or paid online campaigns. The price here consists of a fixed basic fee for the studio recording, combined with a buy-out. That buy-out covers the usage rights, depending on the medium (for example, social media, TV, or radio), the country of broadcast, and the period the audio will be heard.

This way, you know exactly what to expect upfront, and you only pay for actual usage. For an exact price quote, we always provide a no-obligation custom offer.

What directing tip makes a difference during recording?

As a voice director, I see it daily: an English script translated from Dutch often requires more words to convey the same meaning. Because of this, voices sometimes tend to speak too quickly to fit within the visual timing.Our main director's tip: literally give the voice room to breathe. English has a much greater difference between stressed and unstressed syllables than Dutch. If you ask an English voice to 'race through' the text, that natural melody disappears completely. It is better to shorten the text by ten percent beforehand. You will notice this allows the voice actor to add much more dynamism, warmth, and persuasive power to the message.

How to ensure your audio delivery runs smoothly?

Good preparation ensures the best results in the studio. Customers like Carlo and Luke regularly confirm in their reviews how important smooth communication and fast delivery are.

To ensure a flawless recording, these three steps will help:

Provide a final text: Make sure all names, technical terms, and brand names are spelled correctly.
Include pronunciation guidance: Unsure about the pronunciation of a specific brand name? Add a short audio recording of yourself saying the name.
Describe the desired tone: Is the approach business-like, friendly, enthusiastic, or perhaps understated? The clearer your brief, the quicker the voice will capture the right tone.

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.