What is the difference between a voice-over artist and a voice actor?

You often hear a voice-over in the background of a corporate film or e-learning course to clarify information. A voice actor goes a step further and truly embodies a role. This might be for a commercial or an audiobook, where emotion and empathy are central. Many of our professionals are skilled in both.

Can I hear a voice beforehand?

Yes, we have different demo genres available for all our active voices. This way, you can listen to specific demos for telephony, commercials, or voice-overs beforehand to check if the tone suits your project. Skipping a professional voice often means you are cutting corners. Your video or presentation deserves the right tone to ensure your message really resonates with your audience. Are you currently looking around and need a specific Flemish voice-over artist for your next project? Please contact us for personal advice. We are happy to help you find the perfect match. [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.

Why a Professional Voice Actor is Worth Every Penny

Why a Professional Voice Actor is Worth Every Penny | Voices

Myth: A professional voice actor is unaffordable

Here's the truth: Professional work comes with a price. But it is clearly structured. You are not just paying for an hour of talking into a microphone. For a commercial voice-over, the price includes a fixed basic fee for the recording. It also includes a buy-out for its use. That buy-out depends on the medium and the campaign's duration. For non-commercial work, like e-learning or an internal corporate video, you usually pay per word or per project. There are no unexpected costs later. You get a transparent, customised quote. Think of it like a good bakery. You pay for the craftsmanship and the oven. But you receive a perfectly risen loaf of bread, not a flabby pre-baked roll.

Myth: My colleague with a nice voice can do this too

Here's the truth: Having a nice voice is not the same as being an actor. A professional voice actor does much more than just read text. They know exactly how to place emphasis, how to control their breathing, and how to convey the right emotion. Our voice actors, like Brecht (an experienced Belgian voice with a warm tone) or Lotte from the Netherlands, do this every day.

Here is why experience beats that friendly colleague:

Pace and timing: A professional reads precisely within the requested timing, accurate to the second.
Consistency: If you need to add an extra sentence in six months, the voice will sound exactly the same.
Studio quality: You will not hear ticking heating pipes, background noise, or reverb.

Myth: You lose control over the final result

Here's the truth: Some clients worry that an external voice actor will not understand their brand identity. But the magic lies in the briefing. You can specify the exact tone you are looking for beforehand. Do you want it business-like, or very approachable?

Director's Tip: Give the voice actor a physical action to include in the briefing. For example, ask them to read the text with a smile. You will hear that smile immediately in the microphone. This creates a warm and inviting tone. A voice actress like Kaja from Germany can effortlessly switch between soft and corporate tones.

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.