Translation of audiobooks into 30 languages

With the rise of audiobooks and the global reach of literature, we offer the translation of audiobooks into 30 languages. A service that combines our expertise in audio translations and audiobook production to offer a comprehensive solution for authors, publishers, and content creators.

Extensive language support

To ensure your content reaches a global audience, LenseUp offers audiobook production services in over 30 languages. We house a vast database of professional voice actors, each vetted and handpicked to provide the highest quality narration for your audiobook.

The pivotal role of translators in audiobook translations

Translating an audiobook is not merely about converting words from one language to another; it’s about capturing the soul of the story, the nuances of its characters, and the essence of its cultural context. Translators act as bridges, ensuring that the narrative retains its original charm and meaning while making it accessible and relatable to a new audience. Their role is especially crucial in audiobooks, where the auditory experience must evoke the same emotions and imagery as the original. At LenseUp, we deeply understand this intricate art of translation.

With a large experience in the field, our team of seasoned translators is adept at preserving the integrity of the story while adapting it for listeners from diverse linguistic backgrounds. Their profound cultural insights, combined with linguistic prowess, ensure that every translated audiobook resonates with authenticity, depth, and universality. In the world of audiobooks, where every word and tone matters, LenseUp’s commitment to exceptional translation stands as a testament to our dedication to bringing stories to life across borders.

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Service overview

Translation of an existing audiobook

Send us your audio file, and we’ll take care of the rest.

Transcription of the original audio file.
Translation of the transcribed text by native translators

Audiobook production

Meticulous preparation of the text.
Choice of a professional voice narrator. Multiple voices possible.
High-quality voice recording in a controlled environment.

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Audio editing, replay and clean-up. The editing stage of the production is where we assemble, refine and polish your audio, to ensure a clear and immersive listening experience-

Added sound effects
Critical and thorough listening of the edited audiobook (consistency of narration, erroneous sounds, mispronunciations…)
We listen for repeated phrases, narrative coherence, mispronunciations, gaps in sections, editing errors and page-turning sounds.

Distribution

Compliance with ACX requirements for platforms such as Audible.
We ensure that audio files meet specific formatting requirements.
Mastering to meet the required specifications of the publishing service: guaranteeing uniform tone, consistent level per file, sample rate conversion, correction of problematic frequencies and addition of required metadata and ISRC codes.

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Native voice actors

The Voice Narrator at LenseUp plays a pivotal role in our audiobook production process. Our narrators are typically seasoned voice actors, bringing a wealth of experience and a natural aptitude for expressive reading. There are instances, particularly with non-fiction titles, where the author’s voice lends authenticity to the narration, and we facilitate this as well.

Our narrators are selected for their compelling vocal qualities, including an extensive range of inflection and intonation, mastery over numerous accents, and the ability to convincingly portray various characters within a book. Once the script text is approved, the recording process commences, transforming the written words into a vibrant auditory experience.

With advancements in technology, we’re able to offer even more options for our clients. LenseUp leverages state-of-the-art technologies to provide synthetic or cloned voices. These digitally created voices offer an additional layer of flexibility, enabling us to cater to a wider range of stylistic preferences and project requirements.

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Multivoices in audio translation: a symphony of characters

The art of storytelling is not just about the words on a page, but also about how they’re delivered. The use of multi-voices in an audiobook can significantly elevate the narrative, adding layers of depth and dynamism to the story. By assigning a unique voice to each character, they are given a distinct personality and presence, allowing listeners to easily distinguish between them and become more immersed in the unfolding drama.

This multi-voice approach transforms a traditional audiobook into a rich audio drama, where characters interact, emotions are palpable, and the story’s ambiance is vividly painted. It’s akin to having a full cast perform a play directly in the listener’s mind, making the experience more engaging and memorable. Especially in translated audiobooks, this technique ensures that the essence and nuances of each character are preserved across languages, offering a universal appeal. At LenseUp, we recognize the power of multi-voice translations and are dedicated to harnessing its potential to captivate audiences worldwide.

Elevating narratives with special effects in audiobook translations

In the realm of audiobooks and audio dramas, the narrative is just one piece of the auditory experience. Special effects play a pivotal role in immersing the listener, adding layers of ambiance, emotion, and realism to the story. From the subtle rustling of leaves to the dramatic crescendos of a climactic scene, these effects breathe life into the narrative, making it resonate more deeply with the audience.

At LenseUp, we’ve mastered the art of integrating special effects seamlessly into audiobooks, ensuring they enhance rather than overshadow the narrative. And with our expertise in audiobook translation across 30 languages, we ensure that these effects are tailored to resonate culturally and contextually with listeners from diverse backgrounds. Whether it’s the haunting echo of a call in a mystery drama or the joyful laughter in a romantic tale, our special effects, combined with expert translation, ensure that stories transcend borders, captivating hearts and minds globally.

Multilingual expertise: your gateway to global reach

One of the key reasons to choose LenseUp as your audiobook translation partner lies in our extensive experience with multilingual audio recordings. With the capacity to produce audiobooks in over 30 languages, we serve as your gateway to a truly global audience. Our vast network of voice actors, proficient in a wide array of languages and dialects, ensures your stories resonate with listeners around the world.

Furthermore, our adoption of state-of-the-art voice technologies allows us to offer synthetic voices as an option. These digitally created voices not only provide additional flexibility in terms of style and tone, but they also enable us to cater to languages or dialects that might be challenging to source through traditional voice actors.

At LenseUp, we strive to transcend linguistic barriers, making your audiobook accessible to as wide an audience as possible. With our technological capabilities and multilingual expertise, your stories can truly resonate on a global scale.

Multilingual chatbot created from your documents or written books

We offer, as an option, a chatbot that responds solely on the basis of your audiobool. No more risk of not understanding a question or answering it inaccurately. Your chatbot generates its answers solely from your written documents. This chatbot is multilingual companion to the audiobook.

The reader has a technical question? He wants to know more about one of the characters? He or she will find the answer in your chatbot, which can be accessed using a simple qr code, 24/7.
The chatbot understands complex queries, takes into account the context of the discussion and responds based on the documents provided. A very useful approach in the field of education.