What is the difference between a voice-over and dubbing?

In a voice-over, you hear a voice providing commentary or telling a story, without the speaker appearing on screen. In dubbing, the voices of on-screen actors are replaced by translated voices, whereby lip-syncing is very important.

How do I choose the right language or accent?

That depends entirely on your target audience. If you’re targeting the Flemish market, choose a Flemish voice-over artist who sounds natural. For an international campaign, it’s best to choose native speakers of the target languages, so that the pronunciation and nuances are always spot on.

Can I record a voice-over myself?

Although it’s tempting to get behind the microphone yourself, professional voice-over work requires a great deal of technique, breath control and the right equipment. A professional voice-over artist ensures a credible and convincing result that strengthens your brand. [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.

Voice-over: what to look for when choosing a voice?

Voice-over: what to look for when choosing a voice? | Voices

What is a voice-over and how does it affect your listener?

Essentially, a voice-over is the voice of a narrator who you can hear but who isn’t visible on screen. It’s the invisible guide that takes the listener or viewer through your story. A good voice conveys emotion, clarifies complex information and ensures that people keep listening.

The impact of such a voice is enormous. It largely determines the atmosphere of your video. Just think of a warm, calm voice for an instructional video, or an energetic, enthusiastic voice for a radio advert. The voice is your brand’s calling card and therefore deserves the necessary attention.

Matching the voice to the brand: what should you look out for?

Choosing the right voice-over artist isn’t a matter of guesswork. After all, you’re looking for the sound that represents your company or organisation. When making your selection, be sure to consider the following points:

Pitch and tone: Does a deep, rich voice suit your product better, or perhaps a fresh, youthful one?
Pace: Can the voice-over artist speak fluently without losing clarity, or can they come across as very calm and professional?
The accent: For a Flemish audience, a recognisable, local accent often comes across as much more trustworthy than a voice from the north.

The power of the right intonation

A voice-over artist does much more than simply read a script aloud. It’s about placing the right emphasis and conveying emotion. A professional voice instinctively knows exactly where to pause and how to end a sentence to reinforce the message.

If a voice sounds too monotonous, listeners will tune out after a few seconds. An experienced voice actor plays with dynamics. They know when a soft, almost whispering tone is needed to inspire trust, or when a powerful voice is required to command attention.

Professional recordings make all the difference

As well as the voice itself, the quality of the recording is crucial. A fantastic voice recorded with a cheap microphone in a room with a lot of reverberation will still sound amateurish.

Professional voice-over artists therefore usually work from a high-quality sound studio. This ensures the recording is crystal clear, free from background noise and immediately ready for use in your edit. This saves you a great deal of time and effort later on when post-processing the audio.

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.