Frequently Asked Questions
You
own all the audio. To be more precise, the Terms of Service
indicates that the person whose name appears on the credit card used
to purchase the subscription owns the audio. We do not retain any
ownership of the audio after you receive it.
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I don't want to pay until the audio has been delivered. What will you
do for me?
Your
concerns are appreciated. However, like most other internet
purchases, payment must be received before the product is delivered.
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I paid with my credit card, but I was not prompted for the script.
Please
fax or email your script as soon as it is ready, and the audio will
be delivered via mp3 ASAP!
Yes.
If you require the announcer to read your script in a particular
fashion or in a particular way, make notes for the talent on the
script or cover sheet when faxing or emailing it.
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How will the audio be delivered to me?
Once
recorded, the audio file will be emailed to you, and also uploaded
to a private area of this website for you to download as often as you
wish.
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Do
I own the audio once I pay for it.
Yes.
You own it. You may use it for as long as you wish, without
limitation or license.
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Can you guarantee me exclusivity in my market?
No.
Market exclusivity cannot be guaranteed. If you would like to hire
any of our voices on a market exclusive basis, please
contact us to
discuss terms.
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Can I buy a half-page or a single liner?
Yes.
Clearly indicate that the script you are submitting is a liner or
less than a full "30". It will be considered a 15-second
script.
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What if I need something re-recorded or changed. Will you re-record a
portion of the audio?
If the
change is because of a mistake that was made by the voice talent, or a mispronunciation,
then the affected audio will be re-record at no charge to you. If
you have changed your mind, or have reconsidered or revised your
script once it has been recorded, then the re-record will count
toward your monthly dozen. You are welcome to be on speaker-phone while
your script is being recorded. Simply indicate your desire on
the script when it is sent. If your script is
especially delicate you may want to take advantage of that option.
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Can I set up a Net 30 Account, or pay by invoice?
Customers who arrange market exclusivity are sent monthly invoices,
those who purchase items without contracts (such as any item sold on
this website) cannot be billed via invoice. A copy of an invoice can
be provided, if needed.
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Most of the audio samples have music and sound effects in them, but my
audio is voice only. Can you put music in my audio?
Yes.
To have your audio recorded with music the charge is $85 per month.
Visit this page (click
here) to learn more. The $65 per month charge does not
include production, special effects, or music beds.
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What software do you recommend I use to play your audio files?
For
simple audio playback on your computer Windows Media Player is the
most convenient and easy to use. For simple editing and mixing
Goldwave is very popular. For more complex sound editing Adobe
Audition combines power and ease of use. Links to these downloads
are available on the downloads page.
Yes.
Paypal has long been the standard by which consumers make credit
card payments on the Internet. For more information on the steps
taken to ensure your security, please visit their website here.
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Do I need to sign up for a PayPal account to use my credit card?
No.
You may pay with your credit card without signing up for a PayPal
account.
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Can I
use my personal credit card?
Yes.
Individuals and businesses other than broadcast companies can
subscribe to this service.
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Do you take credit card payments over the phone?
We
currently do not take credit card payments over the telephone. When
your purchase is made online through paypal, you work directly with
an automated system that approves and charges your credit or debit
card. There is no human interaction. To take your credit card number
over the telephone would require the physical recording of your
credit card number onto paper, and then entering it into the
computer. This additional step creates an opportunity for your
personal information to be violated, and to be honest, that makes
our lawyers
uncomfortable. It is felt that it is much more private and thus, safer, to
enter your credit card information online into paypal's secure
website.
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Do I have to use the audio for commercial purposes?
No.
You may use the audio for promotional announcements, liners,
teasers, overhead announcements, industrial recordings, anything you
wish. If you wish to gain market exclusivity for any of the staff
voices, please contact us. Script will be billed at $65 for 6
minutes of recorded audio.
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You don't offer the music
bed I want. Now what?
It
might be better to request the spot "dry read" and finish production
at your studio. The
production music
listed on our website is the complete library available for use.
If you have any other questions, please call or
email so we can answer them.