What is the difference between a home studio and a professional studio?

A professional studio offers controlled acoustics and high-quality equipment, ensuring that no unwanted background noise or echoes are heard on the recording. Many professional voice-over artists nowadays have set up a fully-fledged, high-quality recording studio at home that meets the same strict requirements.

Can I direct the voice-over artist live during the recording?

Yes, with many studio recordings, it is possible to listen in remotely via digital means and give live instructions. This ensures that the intonation and tone are exactly as you had in mind.

How are the rates for a voice-over recording determined?

The costs usually depend on the length of the script and the scope of the recording’s distribution (such as local use, social media or national radio and television). A clear, bespoke proposal is drawn up for each project. [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.

Studio voice-over: what should you look for when choosing a voice?

Studio voice-over: what should you look for when choosing a voice? | Voices

Determine the right pitch and emotion

Every project calls for a specific atmosphere. A young, dynamic voice works brilliantly for a trendy event, whilst a calm, warm voice is better suited to a user guide or a sensitive topic. Think carefully in advance about the emotion you want to convey.

Do you want to sound reliable and professional?
Does it need to be enthusiastic and persuasive?
Or would you prefer a soft, reassuring tone?

An experienced voice-over artist knows exactly how to apply the right nuances to bring your text to life.

The added value of a professional recording studio

Unfortunately, a good voice isn’t enough if the sound quality leaves something to be desired. When you opt for a professional studio voice-over, you’re guaranteed crystal-clear sound without distracting background noise or annoying reverberation.

Professional voice-over artists work with high-quality microphones and superbly soundproofed rooms. This ensures that the voice recording is immediately ready for use in your edit, saving you a great deal of time and hassle whilst finalising your project.

Pay attention to pronunciation and accent

In Flanders, we’re very particular about pronunciation and regional accents. Do you want a voice that speaks perfectly neutral Standard Dutch, or perhaps someone with a subtle local flavour that immediately gives your target audience a sense of familiarity?

Discuss this thoroughly with the booking agency beforehand. A professional voice-over artist can often subtly adapt their pronunciation to the specific region you wish to target, from a distinct Antwerp or Ghent accent to a smooth, regional-neutral style.

Flexibility and timing

Producing a video or an advertising campaign is often a time-sensitive process. It is therefore useful to know how quickly a voice-over artist can deliver the work and whether there is scope for feedback. A successful collaboration depends entirely on clear agreements.

Ask in advance how any adjustments or re-recordings will be handled. Voice-over artists can often adapt quickly and deliver the final recordings in no time at all from their own high-quality studio.

The length and rhythm of your script

A written script often reads very differently from how it sounds when spoken aloud. An experienced voice artist instinctively senses the rhythm of the sentences on both sides of the microphone and knows where to place the stresses.

Do make sure your script isn’t too long for the intended duration of your video. Give the voice-over artist space to breathe and insert natural pauses. This makes the final message much more powerful and pleasant to listen to.

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.