This may sound odd, but the audio track needs a bit of grit or background music, or it should clearly sound like an automated recording, so the caller knows that it’s a recording.
The idea of creating a custom on-hold message may sound daunting, but advancements in technology have made it a lot easier in the last few years. In its simplest form, all you need is an audio file. Before you start, check with your IT support team or phone system vendor to see if there are any special requirements you need to be aware of.
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Let’s face it, customers who call to a business don’t want to be on-hold. The best on hold message is no hold at all!
Single segments can be recorded and pieced into your existing message program while taking out the
Set Default Music On Hold for All Extensions. Log in to Account Manager. Navigate to the Phone System tab and click Music on Hold from the menu on the left side of the screen. Review the music listed. To hear a sample, click Play. When you have made your selection, click Select. This music will become the default hold music for all extensions.
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At times, a client’s messaging calls for a very specific voice, and we’ve had good success finding just the right voice for the job, even if it’s someone we’ve never worked with before.
What’s more, our custom music and on hold messages are compatible with all industries and all phone systems. That means that no matter what type of business you run or what phone provider you use, you know that you’ll be able to reach your customers in a meaningful way.
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So youre saying I cant add my own music and ATT actually has their own hold music? Apr 14, 2009 2:23 PM User profile for user: roaminggnome roaminggnome User level: Level 10 (106,314 points) Apr 14, 2009 2:27 PM in response to PsychedelicWonders In response to PsychedelicWonders
Telephone systems have evolved dramatically over the past decade. Whether you’re using a traditional phone system or an advanced VoIP system, our digital production studio can produce your recordings in a variety of compatible formats. We produce high-quality catchy on hold messages that give your business a polished and professional sound, at just a fraction of the cost of what our competitors charge. Why you can’t afford NOT to have an On Hold Message Recent research shows that promoting your business’ services, or educating your customers through an on hold message not only improves the customer experience – but increases the likelihood of a prospect becoming a customer. We’ve been helping businesses for years to improve their telephonic marketing through well crafted on hold messages.
“Thank you for continuing to hold, your patience is appreciated. Please continue to hold and we will be with you as soon as possible. Alternatively, if you would rather leave a message and get us to call you back please press 0 at any time.”
"Okay, I shouldn’t have opened [and read this copy] while I was on a conference call. That was a good laugh. Very good work." - Daniel Doxey / International Translating Company (Hear a sample)
The style and perception of on hold messages can vary dramatically. In all reality, the messages are only limited by the creativity and requirements of the business which utilizes them. (To ensure an exact quote, we will contact you to confirm your exact requirements) Copy content and positioning Voice talent professionalism Demographically selected music State-of -the-art recording and mixing.
“Great service on offer from Media Music Now, quick, efficient and simple to use. Quality of audio for an inbound call centre excellent! Will be using again." Chris Hall, GAP Ltd
3) An experienced and reputable on-hold messaging provider should have a variety of male or female voice talents and with sample on hold demos for each.
So what can we do to avoid inflicting further musical misery on our own customers while they’re patiently sitting on hold? We could just go back to playing a ringing sound, or an intermittent beep just to let people know they’re still connected, but that would be awfully dull. The best compromise is relatively simple electronic music that doesn't have too much going on as the ideal choice for hold music as it requires far less refined sound quality to get a decent rendition down a telephone connection.