F.A.Q.

• I'm new to recording. Where do I start ?

• How much do you charge ?

• How much does it cost to make a recording ?

• How much do you charge for you beats ?

• Can you take the lead vocal out of a recording so that I can use it as a backing track for me singing ?

• I have an old vinyl record/ reel-to-reel tape. Can you transfer that to CD for me ?

• Can you restore old or damaged audio recordings ?

• Why should I record with you when I can record at home with my own recording equipment ?

• Is your work as good as bigger studios with huge mixing desks ?

• I recorded and mixed my own songs. Can you master the audio for me so I can press up CD's ?

• I can't find your address in the yellow pages. What is your exact address ?

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I'm new to recording. Where do I start ?

Give us a call or send an email. Tell us why you are interested in making a recording and what you hope to accomplish with it. We always try to help with advice. We might be busy with a session, but we will call you back later if you leave a contact number.

How much do you charge ?

$40.00 per hour. Project rates and package deals are available as well. Please call with details of your project or arrange a meeting to obtain a quote.

How much does it cost to make a recording ?

The quick answer : As long as it takes you. So a song demo tracked, mixed, mastered and burned to a CDR in 2 hours will cost you $80.

A more useful answer : It all depends on the requirements of your project : complexity of musical arrangements, additional elements required, timeframe for completion, standard of production quality and other variables. Obviously song demos recorded with acoustic guitar and vocal only will usualy be completed much quicker and cheaper than songs that require a full rock band or jazz ensemble with a choir and string section. Hip-hop and R+B projects are something we specialize in and can often be completed all within house : we create custom beats, musical backing tracks and provide co-writing services.

You can help us give you a better answer by providing us with as many details of your project as possible. Rehearsing and preparing your part before coming to the studio will save you time and money as well as give you a much better performance. Most importantly, ask yourself what purpose you want your recording to serve ? Is it a quick song demo for publishing ? Or do you need album quality for an independent release ?

How much do you charge for your beats ?

At this time we primarily make custom beats for original projects to order. Therefore, the pricing will vary considerably depending on the complexity and nature of the project. Usually we retain a percentage of the publishing rights on all original beats.

Can you take the lead vocal out of a recording so that I can use it as a backing track for my vocals ?

Yes . . BUT (and we are talking a big but here) - this is a *less than perfect* process. The song instrumentals or backing tracks produced by this process will usually retain trace amounts (or a "ghost") of the lead vocal. As a rule, uptempo or dance songs (with a heavy beat) work better than ballads. Please call us to discuss.

I have an old vinyl record/ reel-to-reel tape. Can you transfer that to CD for me ?

Yes, we probably can. Best to call and inquire as there may be some formating issues. Please provide us with details of your source recording (i.e. 78RPM vinyl record or 1/4" reel-to-reel tape) when you call. We may require you to drop off the original master recording for inspection.

Can you restore old or damaged audio recordings ?

Yes, we can. However, results will vary according to the extent of the damage or degradation of the original master. It might take more time than expected and cost more. In that instance, we will advise much like a good car repair garage, and make sure we have the green light from you before proceeding.

Why should I record with you when I can record at home with my own recording equipment ?

We have many years of production + recording experience, skills and expertise that will help deliver a recording completed to a very high standard. We use much better tools than your average home setup. Our experience means an objective and trained ear (. . . and we'll throw in the second ear for FREE) to help focus your sound and soup it up as much as you want.

Is your work as good as bigger studios with HUGE mixing desks ?

In most instances the sound quality and production standard is much *better quality* and less expensive. Many of our clients have received radio airplay and pressed up thousands of of CD's for independent album releases. Our award-winning production techniques are something we try to apply to every project. In the end, nobody LOOKS at your recording, they LISTEN to the final demo or album. No one sees the studio where you recorded.

I recorded and mixed my own songs. Can you master the audio for me so I can press up CD's ?

Yes. Please call and inquire about details and how to best prepare your material.

I can't find your address in the yellow pages. What is your exact address ?

The studio is in a residential neighborhood so we like to play it safe. Please call us with details about your project. If we can help you with your specific needs and requirements, we will be more than happy to give you our address.