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studio rate is $185.00/hour plus materials and shipping.
Traditional Mastering usually takes an estimated 1/2 hour and 3/4 hour per song. 8 songs will take approximately 4 to 6 hours -- 12 songs will take approximately 6 to 9 hours.
• Sequencing, editing, level correction • Setting track IDs, database EQ documentation, PQ ISRC UPC and CD Text data entry • Time sheet printout, time and charges documentation.
• No extra charge to load in Separation files - no extra charge to attend sessions • No extra charge for Indie-project MP3 conversions - DDP and additional Masters are $50.00 each • Ask us about extra charges when bringing in an entire DAW system (NOT required for Separations) • Compilation projects take longer due to the variety of mixes, styles, etc. • Major label projects may require an extra $10.00 per hour depending on rush requirements, etc. • Separation Mastering can take the same amount of time as traditional 2-track mastering if the mixes and Separation files are high quality. If you would like us to examine your mixes to determine if we can apply additional sonic benefits to your Separations, we will work with you to determine what will serve your goals. Separations can preserve the integrity of your mixes and remove the compromises often associated with 2-track mastering, and the upgrade in refinements can be highly cost-effective. Time savers:
consistent
mixes, organized files, accurately made stereo Separations (all
panning/automation
the same as the 2-track mix), detailed
documentation, clear goals, your favorite audio reference tracks from
CDs included as an example of your preferences. Clear
communication of your goals is always best! Read further on
this web site for insights
on all aspects of recording. Big tip: Be sure to check web sites like GraceNote.com for information about Audio Fingerprinting Technology - your songs will be identified by iTunes and all your song information is displayed! Also ask us about CD Text! Turnaround time: One-to-two days for local studio-attended sessions. Out-of-town clients should book the actual day with us via phone or email so your time is reserved like all other sessions. Send your files in ahead of schedule to help expedite! When we have several deadlines occurring around the same time, we may need some flexibility in case projects we're working on need extra attention. Bring in (or send in) a standard audio CD(s) of your mixes so we can reference what you're accustomed to hearing vs. the new mastered version. Also, bring in a couple commercial CDs that you love the sound of (the musical style doesn't have to match perfectly - we're more interested in the sound that you like). Your discs must be free of any scratches, finger prints, ketchup or any other contaminant! Keep any paper labels off master CDRs - they inhibit the rotational balance and can cause the player's error correction to work overtime. Only write on the top of CDRs with a soft felt-tip pen prior to burning the CDR, not after burning. The top is more fragile than the bottom! Check out more mixing tips and some great EQ and compression suggestions. If your master mix is analog and encoded with Dolby, there are extra charges. Have your ISRC Codes ahead of time! We must have them prior to creating your master! Always plan ahead -- even when it comes to your graphics and pressings. Different pressing plants have different methods for including ISRC codes and CD text, so be sure to fill out their informational sheets completely to include all information and/or encoded data that you want on your pressed CDs. Shipping and handling for out-of-town is additional, usually $20.00 to $55.00 depending on carrier and price increases due to fuel costs (I wonder if it's time for bio-diesel?). Upon delivery, listen to your reference CDR on different home and car systems (and compare it with other commercial CDs) before you go back and listen in the studio. Important: Only listen to masters in a NON-moving car or Walkman disc player. Moving CD players can scratch the disc and cause it to be rejected by the pressing plant. If handled carefully, the CDR you have can be sent to the plant. While most clients are happy with their first reference CDR, if you need any creative revisions or modifications, it's fast and easy to do. The regular studio rate applies for whatever additional changes you request. Check ahead to see if your pressing plant accepts both audio CDR masters as well as DDP masters. The plant makes the GLASS master.
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