
Luxury Vintage Voicemail Guest Books
The Guest Book
They'll Never Stop
Listening To
Trusted by couples nationwide

About Us
Every Voice.
Every Memory.
Forever.
We believe a wedding guest book should be more than signatures on a page. It should capture the laughter, the happy tears, the advice, and the voices of everyone who showed up to celebrate with you.
Once Upon a Tone was born from a simple truth: nothing compares to hearing someone's voice again. Our beautifully restored vintage telephones give your guests a way to leave messages that become more precious with every passing year.
We don't just record voices — we preserve memories that families can listen to for generations. From digital downloads to custom vinyl records, every keepsake is crafted with the care it deserves.
Reserve Your DateHow It Works
Five Steps to an
Unforgettable Keepsake
We handle every detail, so you can focus on making memories.

Reserve Your Phone
Choose your package and we'll ship or deliver a beautifully restored vintage phone to your venue.

Record Your Greeting
We'll help you create a warm, personal greeting that guests hear when they pick up the phone.

Guests Leave Messages
After hearing your greeting, guests share laughter, advice, and heartfelt memories — hearing the beep means go!

Professional Editing
Our audio engineers carefully clean and master every recording for crystal-clear playback that lasts forever.

Receive Your Memories
Get your timeless keepsake — digital download, USB, vinyl record, or our exclusive Cloud Memory Vault.
Why Once Upon a Tone
Traditional guest books
collect signatures.
We collect voices.
Years from now, you'll hear the voices of grandparents, parents, friends, and loved ones — some of whom may no longer be here. Nothing compares to hearing someone's voice again.
Reserve Your DateGrandparents
Parents
Friends
Children
Siblings
Loved ones
Perfect For
Every Moment Worth
Remembering
From intimate celebrations to grand affairs, every event deserves the Once Upon a Tone experience.
Weddings
Anniversaries
Birthdays
Baby Showers
Graduations
Corporate Events
Retirement Parties
Celebrations of Life
Holiday Parties
Family Reunions
Packages
Choose Your
Keepsake Experience
Every couple is unique, and so are their needs. Choose from our carefully crafted packages to find the perfect fit for your special day.
Basic
Perfect for a stress-free way to capture every guest's voice.
Starting at $199
- Vintage-style audio guestbook phone
- Free delivery & pickup within 30 miles
- Easy-to-follow guest instructions
- Secure recording of all messages
- Digital delivery within 14 days
- 6 hour rental time
Standard
Turn your guests' messages into a beautiful keepsake you can replay forever.
Starting at $299
- All Basic package features
- Priority digital delivery within 7 days
- Physical keepsake (USB drive)
- 8 hour rental time
- Curated highlight reel
Premium
Relive the best moments of your wedding day with our curated highlight reel and extended rental experience.
Starting at $399
- All Basic & Standard package features
- 24 hour rental time
Available Add-Ons
All add-ons include the option of a personalized jacket or case. We'll work with you to use the perfect photo(s) from your day.
Please note: all add-ons have a turnaround time of 8–10 weeks.
Physical Guest Book Sets
Pair your audio guest book with a beautiful physical keepsake — the perfect display piece for your home. Available as an add-on to any package.

Heart Frame Set
A black wooden frame with canvas bag, signature hearts, and a 'Please sign a heart' sign. Drop signed hearts into the frame to remember every loved one who attended.
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Pine Heart Box
An elegant pine keepsake box engraved with 'Guest Book', filled with 62 large hearts. Includes a 'Please sign a heart' stand and a 'Congratulations' sample heart.
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Heart-Shaped Tree
A stunning wooden tree of life with hanging leaf hearts, a heart-shaped photo frame at the center, and a personalized 'Thank You' stand with your names and date.
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Announcement Book
A personalized wedding announcement guest book with a heart-shaped photo cutout on the cover. Display your engagement photo, names, and wedding date — guests sign the pages inside.
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Intertwined Hearts Book
An elegant ivory guest book featuring a gold intertwined hearts design with your names and date printed on the cover. A timeless piece to fill with messages from loved ones.
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Photo Scrapbook
A photo and message scrapbook with blank pages for guests to paste polaroids and write personal notes. The perfect way to combine your photos and handwritten memories in one place.
Contact Us for PricingDelivery & Pickup
Free delivery and pickup within a 30 mile radius. For venues beyond 30 miles:
Our Collection
Choose Your
Phone
Each vintage phone is lovingly restored, tested, and ready to be the voice of your celebration. Pick the style that fits your day — or add multiple for larger events.

Sage Green
Soft, romantic sage green — perfect for garden parties and modern weddings.

Ivory
Timeless ivory — the classic choice that pairs with any wedding palette.

Champagne
Warm champagne tone — soft and elegant for any elegant celebration.

Classic Black
Timeless glossy black — the most iconic vintage rotary, statement-making and refined.

Midnight Black
Soft-touch midnight black — understated sophistication for any decor.

Vintage Black (Styled)
Classic styled black — pairs beautifully with leather and wood accents.

Blush Pink
Romantic blush pink — playful and sweet for the most love-filled day.

Pop Pink
Bright pop pink — a bold statement for colorful celebrations.

Rose Garden
Soft rose — the showstopper, photographed in our styled rose setting.

Modern Push-Button
Sleek modern push-button design — for couples who love vintage soul with a contemporary edge.
Reserve your preferred phone when you book. Multiple phones available for larger events.
Reserve Your PhoneGallery
A Glimpse of
The Magic
See how Once Upon a Tone transforms celebrations into unforgettable experiences.






Testimonials
Words That
Stay With You
“When we played my grandmother's message at our first anniversary dinner, there wasn't a dry eye in the room. She passed three months later. That recording is the most precious thing we own.”
Sarah & Michael
Wedding — Napa Valley, CA
“Everyone said our guest book was the highlight of the wedding. People waited in line to leave messages. Hearing our friends' voices — laughing, crying, singing — it's like being transported back to that day.”
Emily & James
Wedding — Charleston, SC
“The vinyl record sits on our mantle. Every anniversary, we pour a glass of wine, drop the needle, and listen to everyone we love. It never gets old. It just gets more precious.”
Lauren & David
Wedding — New York, NY
FAQ
Everything You
Need to Know
How does the phone work?
Our vintage telephones are fully restored and beautifully maintained. Guests simply pick up the handset, hear your pre-recorded personal greeting, and leave their message after the tone. It's intuitive — no buttons, no screens, just voices.
Can we record our own greeting?
Absolutely! We'll guide you through recording a warm, personalized greeting at home or over the phone. Many couples record their greeting together — it sets the tone for the messages guests will leave.
Do guests need instructions?
We provide an elegant framed instruction card that sits beside the phone. Guests see it, pick up the handset, and know exactly what to do. We also include a small sign that reads 'Pick Me Up' to encourage participation.
How long can messages be?
There's no hard limit — most messages run 30 seconds to 3 minutes. Some guests leave quick well-wishes; others tell full stories. The beauty is in the variety. We provide gentle guidance to keep things flowing during your event.
Do you travel?
Yes. We're based in New Jersey but shipping is available nationwide for weddings and events. Travel fees depend on location and are included in your custom quote. We handle all logistics so the phone arrives on time and looking flawless.
Do you ship nationwide?
We ship anywhere in the United States. Every package includes prepaid, insured round-trip shipping with delivery tracking. We time everything so the phone arrives 2-3 days before your event.
What happens if the phone is damaged?
Our vintage phones are sturdy — they've lasted decades — and we fully insure every shipment. In the rare event something happens, we'll overnight a replacement. You'll never go without a phone for your event.
Can we order additional keepsakes later?
Yes. We keep your original recordings archived, so you can order vinyl records, USBs, or additional digital copies months or even years after your event. Many couples gift anniversary keepsakes to parents and grandparents.
How long do you keep our recordings?
Forever. That's our promise. Your recordings are archived in our Cloud Memory Vault for life. We believe these memories should never expire.
Contact
Reserve Your
Date Today
Every event is unique. Tell us about yours, and we'll create a custom proposal that fits your vision, venue, and guest count.

Once Upon a Tone™ · Investor Opportunity
Invest in the Future of
Memory Preservation

The Idea
A Guest Book You Can
Hear Forever
Traditional wedding guest books preserve signatures. Once Upon a Tone preserves voices.
Guests simply pick up a beautifully presented vintage telephone and leave a message for the couple. Congratulations, stories, advice, jokes, emotional messages, family memories — and heartfelt words from parents and grandparents.
Years or decades later, clients can hear the actual voices of the people who celebrated that moment with them.
“Photographs preserve how a moment looked. Voices preserve how it felt.”
“A paper guest book tells you who was there.
Once Upon a Tone lets you hear them again.”
Why Once Upon a Tone
Built on Emotion.
Engineered to Last.
Lifetime Legacy Vault™
Every client receives a dedicated digital home for their recordings, preserving both original raw recordings and professionally cleaned and edited versions. Lifetime access — not temporary download links.
Premium Keepsakes
Clients can transform their recordings into physical heirlooms including custom USB keepsakes, custom CDs, and vinyl record keepsakes.
Luxury Presentation
Vintage-style telephones, elegant signage and sophisticated table presentation create an experience designed to complement premium weddings and photograph beautifully.
More Than Weddings
The same experience can expand into anniversaries, baby showers, retirement celebrations, corporate events, birthdays, family celebrations, memorial and legacy experiences, and other major life milestones.
Business Model
Simple Model. Reusable Assets.
Multiple Revenue Streams.
Once Upon a Tone operates primarily through reusable event equipment. The same telephone can generate revenue repeatedly across future events — rather than being sold after a single transaction.
Classic Collection
$299
Foundational audio guestbook experience.
Signature Collection
$399
Enhanced keepsakes and premium details.
Legacy Collection
$499–$599
The full memory-preservation experience.
Additional Revenue Opportunities
Planning Average Booking Value
≈ $650
Pricing and projections represent current company planning assumptions and may change.
Financials
The Numbers
Behind the Vision
Year 1
52
Approximately one event per weekend.
Projected Gross Revenue: $33,800
Year 2
≈ 138
Approximately 2–3 weddings/events per week.
Projected Gross Revenue: $89,700
Year 3
Up to 260
Approximately five events per week.
Projected Gross Revenue: $169,000
0
Initial Vintage Telephones
Up to 5
Simultaneous Events
≈ $0
Planning Average Booking Value
≈ $0/mo
Projected Initial Fixed Recurring Overhead
$0
Founder-Funded Initial Startup Capital
All financial figures are company projections and planning assumptions. They are not guarantees of future results.
Growth
Built Lean.
Designed to Scale.
The business launches with five reusable vintage telephones, providing capacity for up to five simultaneous events. Unlike businesses that must continually purchase inventory for every sale, the core equipment can generate revenue repeatedly.
As demand grows, capital can be deployed into additional telephone inventory, additional event teams, technology, marketing and regional expansion.
More Phones
More Simultaneous Events
More Markets
More Revenue Capacity
Future expansion does not rely solely on raising prices. Capacity can grow through additional reusable equipment and event teams.
Competitive Advantage
We’re Not Competing to Be the Cheapest.
We’re Building the Brand Couples Remember.
Lifetime Preservation
The Lifetime Legacy Vault™ is designed to give clients lasting access to both raw and edited recordings — not temporary download links.
Multiple Keepsake Formats
Digital vault + USB + CD + vinyl options create additional revenue opportunities while deepening the emotional value of the product.
Reliability
Equipment testing, backups and defined event procedures are central to the operating model.
Brand Ecosystem
Proprietary branded concepts including the Lifetime Legacy Vault™, the 100 Voices Project™ and the Legacy Letter™ — a growing memory-preservation ecosystem.
Customer Acquisition
Built for an Emotional, Visual &
Referral-Driven Market
Social Media
Marketing through Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, Pinterest and YouTube Shorts. Content focused on emotional storytelling, reactions, wedding inspiration, behind-the-scenes content and educational material.
Influencer Marketing
Partnerships with wedding creators and influencers can demonstrate the experience to engaged couples through trusted, relatable voices.
Wedding Industry Partnerships
Developing relationships with wedding professionals creates repeat referral channels rather than requiring the company to acquire every client independently.
Growth
The Growth Roadmap
Phase 1
Launch
First 90 Days
- Business formation and legal setup.
- Acquire and prepare five vintage telephones.
- Launch website and online booking.
- Establish operating procedures.
- Begin social media and grassroots marketing.
- Build initial wedding-industry relationships.
Phase 2
Market Validation
Months 4–12
- Target approximately one wedding per weekend.
- Build testimonials and reviews.
- Develop professional event photography and video.
- Expand referral relationships.
- Introduce video guestbook services.
Phase 3
Regional Growth
Years 2–3
- Scale toward 2–3 events per week in Year 2.
- Scale toward five or more weekly events in Year 3.
- Expand inventory as required.
- Develop additional event teams.
- Deepen venue and planner partnerships.
- Expand geographically.
Phase 4
Brand Leadership
Years 4–5
- Operate multiple event teams.
- Expand geographically.
- Develop the Lifetime Legacy Vault™ technology.
- Expand physical keepsake collections.
- Explore nationwide delivery/shipping.
- Evaluate licensing and franchise opportunities.
Long-Term Opportunity
From Wedding Rental Company to
National Legacy Brand
The long-term vision extends far beyond local wedding rentals — building a company families associate with preserving voices whenever an important life moment deserves to be remembered.
Nationwide Audio Guestbook Shipping
Additional Event Categories
Enhanced Lifetime Legacy Vault™ Technology
Premium Keepsake Collections
Expanded Vinyl Products
Video Guestbook Experiences
Strategic Wedding Industry Partnerships
Regional Event Teams
Licensing Opportunities
Potential Franchise Model

Why Invest
An Opportunity Built Around Something Technology Can’t Replace:
Human Emotion.
Emotionally compelling consumer demand
Reusable revenue-generating equipment
Low initial fixed overhead
Multiple package tiers
High-value add-ons
Physical keepsake opportunities
Digital preservation
Wedding-industry partnerships
Geographic expansion potential
A brand capable of extending beyond weddings
This section does not constitute an offer of securities. No profits, revenue growth or investor returns are guaranteed.
Use of Future Capital
What Growth Capital
Can Accelerate
Inventory Expansion
Additional vintage telephones and equipment to increase simultaneous-event capacity.
Technology
Development and expansion of the Lifetime Legacy Vault™.
Marketing
Digital advertising, content creation, influencer partnerships and wedding-industry marketing.
Keepsake Development
Expansion of vinyl, USB, physical legacy products and premium packaging.
Regional Expansion
Additional markets, event teams, transportation and operational infrastructure.
The company has not finalized the size or terms of any investment offering.

Founder
Founder-Led.
Purpose-Driven.
Richard Hentosh
Richard is an entrepreneur and owner-operator with hands-on experience building and operating service businesses.
His vision for Once Upon a Tone began with a simple observation: traditional guest books record who attended an event, but they cannot preserve how those people sounded, what they said or how they felt. Once Upon a Tone was created to change that.
Investor Packet
Explore the Complete
Business Plan
Interested investors, lenders and strategic partners can review the complete Once Upon a Tone Investor & Lender Business Plan for additional information about the company’s model, products, operations, growth strategy, financial assumptions and long-term vision.
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Contact
Interested in
Growing With Us?
We welcome conversations with qualified private investors, strategic partners, lenders and others who share our vision for building a national memory-preservation brand.
Prefer to review the business plan first?Information presented on this page and within the Once Upon a Tone business plan is provided for informational and discussion purposes only and does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation to purchase securities. Financial projections and growth estimates are forward-looking planning assumptions and are not guarantees of future performance. Any future investment opportunity will be subject to applicable documentation, disclosures and legal requirements.
“The moment happens once.
The voice can last forever.”
Once Upon a Tone™