Corporate cost-cutting and new technology have resulted in the advent of automated systems that can make the on-hold experience even more frustrating. It can feel near-impossible to get a human on the phone these days, which a national survey conducted by Consumer Reports found to be Americans' second-greatest annoyance, after hidden fees but beating out inaccurate weather reports and dog poop. Green observes that often people call as a last resort, because something on the website wasn't clear, perhaps, and they really need an answer quickly. So callers are captive listeners, a state often associated with the gridlock of waiting, whether in line at a Starbucks, in a dentist's chair, or in the proverbial elevator making its slow way up.
Need a new telephone on-hold message to reflect changes? How about an updated IVR/PBX Professionally recorded message/greeting for your telephone system?

Music – during voice over messages, the music will be slightly raised in volume. It is important to select a piece of music that compliments your brand.
Make sure to check your phone system for any file requirements. The most common file format accepted is WAV. If you need to convert an audio file, you can use services like G711 or Audacity. Read More: 5 Ways to Get Customers to Love Your IVR Menu. How to choose the best hold music for your business. For telephone hold music, simple is best.