How do I choose the right voice for my project?

The choice entirely depends on your target audience and the channel. For an instructional video, a calm, reliable voice like Sven's works very well. For a Flemish target audience, a warm voice like Gitta's or Kirsten's might hit the right note. We are happy to advise you based on your script.

What is the delivery time for a voice recording?

Because we work directly with experienced voice actors who have their own studios, we can act quickly. The exact delivery time depends on the length of the text and the availability of the chosen voice. After your request, we will quickly provide you with a concrete schedule.

Can I attend the recording direction myself?

Yes, that is often possible. By following the recording session live, you can give direct feedback on the emphasis and pronunciation. This ensures an efficient process and a result that immediately meets your expectations. Do you want to find the voice that perfectly suits your project? Feel free to contact us for personal advice or a no-obligation custom quote. [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.

The impact of a voice: how to capture your listener from the very first second

The impact of a voice: how to capture your listener from the very first second | Voices

The challenge: a message that falls flat

A local company that wanted to explain a new service noticed that their online videos were hardly watched to the end. The animations were clear, and the explanation was accurate, but the average viewing time stalled at a handful of seconds. The cause was not the content, but the way it was delivered. They had chosen a fast, computer-generated voice that read flawlessly but lacked any human emotion.

A voice is like a guide in a museum. If that guide recites their text in a monotone, you quickly look for the exit instead of the paintings. The information simply does not land because the human connection is missing. The company therefore decided to switch to a professional Dutch voice-over to re-record the videos.

The approach: selecting the right pitch and recognition

To bring the videos to life, we looked for a voice that exudes reliability and calm. The choice fell on Sven, one of our professional voice actors with a recognisable and solid Dutch voice.

During recording and direction, several targeted steps were central to optimally conveying the message:

Determining the pitch: we opted for a lower, calm breathing to underline the service's reliability.
Slowing down the pace: complex information needs space to land with the listener.
Adding a smile: a voice actor who physically smiles during recording instantly sounds much more approachable.

As a director's tip, we always advise: let the voice actor read the text aloud as if speaking to one specific person, rather than a large crowd. This makes the tone immediately personal and warm.

The result: listeners who stick around

After Sven re-recorded the videos with the right nuances, the audience's reaction changed significantly. The average viewing time rose sharply. Viewers better understood the explanation and contacted the company more quickly. A professional voice ensures that the content is not just heard, but truly understood. The down-to-earth, clear tone of an experienced voice actor removed the distance the computer voice had previously created.

How the costs of a voice recording are structured

When you work with a professional agency, it is good to know how the rates are determined so you never face surprises. The price of a recording depends on the type of project:

Commercial work: for commercials or online advertisements, you pay a fixed basic fee for the recording, supplemented by a buy-out. This buy-out covers the rights to use the voice on specific channels and for a certain period.
Non-commercial work: for internal corporate videos, e-learnings, or instructional videos, we usually calculate with a rate per word or per project.

Our platform has 93 active professional voices, which we have carefully selected. Whether you are looking for a voice in Dutch, Flemish, French, or German, we are happy to help you with a custom proposal.

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.