Why is a native voice so important for an advertising campaign?

A native voice not only speaks the language flawlessly, but also understands the cultural nuances and the correct accent of a region. This creates a natural connection with the local listener, which is almost impossible to imitate with a learned accent.

Can I follow and adjust the recording session live myself?

Yes, this is possible for most recordings. By listening live via a connection, you can give direct feedback on the pronunciation of brand names or desired emphases, which significantly shortens the project's lead time. [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 the best advertising voices never shout

Why the best advertising voices never shout | Voices

For international projects, we often hear Aleksander, a voice from Poland who speaks Polish and immediately evokes a deep sense of trust and credibility. The secret of these voices is that they do not act enthusiastic; they speak to the listener as if they were standing right in front of them.

How we direct the perfect recording

As a voice director, my job is to actively filter out that artificial advertising tone during the recording session. Often, a voice actor starts the first take with a lot of projection and a wide smile. That sounds professional, but sometimes a bit distant too.

Practical director's tip: Do you notice the voice sounds too much like a commercial? Ask the voice actor to speak the text aloud as if they are telling the news to a good friend at the kitchen table. Ask them to almost whisper the text. By removing the physical pressure from the voice, the artificial volume disappears, and the pure, credible core of the message remains. That is the recording that ultimately truly resonates with the listener.

From script to final broadcast

The behind-the-scenes process of a voice recording follows a fixed, clear structure to guarantee quality.

The briefing and voice selection: We discuss the desired tone and together select the voice that best suits your brand's identity.
Direction and recording: During the session, we guide the voice actor live, paying attention to pace, emphasis, and appropriate pauses.
Post-production: We purify the recording of distracting breaths or clicks and ensure the voice is perfectly intelligible, ready for use.

Customers appreciate this clear approach. For example, Irma let us know in her review: "Very satisfied with Voices. Smooth communication and good quality." David also shared his experience: "Fast, efficient and very customer-friendly!"

What does a professional voice actor cost?

When booking a voice, it is good to understand how fees are structured, so there are no surprises afterwards. For a commercial production, we use a clear system. You pay a fixed basic fee for the physical recording in the studio. In addition, there is a buy-out for the use and rights of the recording. This amount depends on the medium where the advert will be heard and the campaign's duration. For non-commercial projects, such as an internal corporate video, we usually charge per word or per project. Since each project is unique, we are happy to provide a custom quote for your specific production.

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.