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Hire a British accent voice actor

A British accent is a way of speaking that’s polished and versatile, and it’s usually associated with people from Britain or the UK; some of the best British accent voice actors for dialogue and narrations are Sir Patrick Stewart, Dame Judi Dench, and Benedict Cumberbatch. Sir Patrick Stewart has a deep, authoritative, professor-like tone that stands out as Charles Xavier / Professor X in the X-Men and Star Trek series. Dame Judi Dench’s articulate, clipped vocal style is prominent as M in the James Bond film series. With his rich, resonant baritone, Benedict Cumberbatch’s vocal style is noticeable as the superhero Doctor Strange and the detective Sherlock Holmes. Consider using a British narrator for video game characters, ads, and audiobooks that need a calm, persuasive, and eloquent voice over.

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Duolingo relies on Voice123 for high-quality voice talent in a variety of languages. The ease of creating projects, reviewing auditions, and the ability to directly communicate with talent are among the many reasons why Voice123 is so helpful to us.

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Detroit Sound and Video

What is a British accent voice style?

A British accent voice style associated with Received Pronunciation (RP) is a highly standardized English accent. This accent is defined by clear enunciation, non-rhoticity (not pronouncing the ‘r’ at the end of words), and specific vowel and consonant enunciation. It’s most commonly associated with international broadcasting, upper-class speech, and educational institutions like Oxford and Cambridge. 

Why you should use a British voice actor in your next project

This voice style is associated with knowledge, authority, and sophistication, which add credibility and gravitas to content. And with a diverse range of British accents, you can tailor your project’s tone to suit specific audiences. Whether you’re looking for a friendly, relatable tone or a classy, refined one, a British voice actor can deliver on all project requirements.

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FAQs

Who are the best British voice actors?
The best British voice actors are Sir David Attenborough, with his rich, soothing voice from many documentaries; Stephen Fry, the Harry Potter audiobook narrator, Anthony Hopkins, best known as Hannibal Lecter; and Dame Judi Dench, with her distinctive clipped voice as M from the James Bond film series.
What does a British accent voice sound like?
The British accent sounds clear and enunciated. Received Pronunciation (RP) is non-rhotic speech, which means the ‘r’ at the end of words isn’t pronounced and there’s a distinctive vowel shift, with ‘a’ sounds being more rounded and ‘o’ sounds more open.
Why should I use a British voice actor for my voice overs?
These voices add a sophisticated, professional touch to a project that portrays elegance and intelligence. It also creates familiarity if your target audience is in the UK or you want to add global appeal to your brand.