Tracking (Recording)

$500/day (10hr) | $60/hr | with House Engineer
$400/day (10hr) | $50/hr | w/o Engineer (Assistant Engineer provided)

Tracking is the creative process of recording all of the principal instruments that will form the foundation of a music project. Tracking sessions can range in purpose and typically include drum and rhythm tracking, instrument overdubs, and vocal tracking.

Our 1000sq ft live room is great for all types of acoustic situations. Both the height and size of the room enhance warm tones while minimizing harsh reflections. It's also the perfect environment for capturing aggressive and energetic performances.

Our studio allows us the flexibility to record bands "live", wherein acoustic, percussive, and electric instruments are all recorded in one room with minimal bleed. Or, if you prefer the isolation route, we have a large overdub booth as well as "pass through" panels that run into all rooms (including our lounge and sound lock).

Mixing

$500/day (10hr) | $60hr

In a nut shell, mixing is the creative and detailed process by which recorded sounds are combined into two-channels (stereo). During this process signal level, frequency content, dynamics, panoramic position, and depth of field are shaped to enhance the artists vision.

Artistically a good mix is something that speaks for the nature of the piece. Mixes can beas simple or as complex as a client wants them to be. Longer mix sessions will give the engineer and artist time to develop a quality mix which maximizes track leveling, tonal balance and depth of field - while providing enough time for basic mix functionality such as automation, recall, and referencing. Mix time differs from project to project depending on the complexity, length, artistic vision, and editing requirements of the piece.

We also mix projects that have not been recorded in our studio NOR any studio for that matter (e.g., home, practice space, live stage). In these situations a solid studio mix can cut back on some of the negative aspects of these environments while enhancing clarity.

Tape Transfers

$50hr | 24track (2in) | 8 track (1/2in) | 2 track (1/4in)

We provide analog tape to digital transfer services (and vise versa) for archival or mixing purposes. Please make sure to bring in properly labeled tape (with tones, reference level in nw/M, etc.) and your own didital mediums (hard drive, dvds, etc.). Setup time for a tape transfer project typically takes between 30 mins to 1hr depending on the tape condition and info supplied. Remaining charges are based on the hourly time it takes for the transfer to complete.

Repair and Modifications

$75 bench fee ( first hour) | $75/hr additional hours

We do guitar and bass amp repair and modification, as well as pro audio repair and custom work. We also build custom guitar amps to order. All repair services will have the cost of parts added to the overall service charge.Turnaround time for most work is between 1 and 2 weeks, mostly dependent on any special parts orders.

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Tracking (Recording)