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Q. Why should
my band record in a studio? |
A. QUALITY.
It makes your band look more professional. Venues, radio stations,
and record labels require you to send them a CD. Radio stations will
not play CDs unless they sound professional. You have a more sellable
product when you record in studio.
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Q. How
long does recording take? |
A. It varies but we'll give you a good
idea and you can decide. If you only need a demo to promote gigs,
we usually can get something good from a 4-piece band in about 2
hours per song. An album project may run much longer for the same
sized band, because we are trying to capture your best work, and
mix it in the best way possible. Tracking may take 4
to 6 hours per song, and mixing may take another 4
hours depending on the amount
of editing or augmentation involved. This
is a total of up to 10 hours per song. Of course, you can decide how “perfect” you want
your recording to be, and budget your time accordingly, but we recommend
these guidelines as a start.
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| Q. What is mastering? |
A. If
you are recording a demo, this is an optional
step. If you are recording an album, this is mandatory. Mastering
is where engineers add the finishing touch. The dynamic range will
most likely be compressed for a louder feel, the whole mix is EQ'd,
spacing between songs is adjusted, and everything ends up on a master
CD.
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| Q. Should we master
it? |
A.
Yes, unless you REALLY can't afford it. Mastering makes
a difference that's only really noticeable in its absence. Remember
that every CD you see on the store shelf is mastered. An unmastered
CD will sound quieter, weaker, and less impressive.
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| Q. Is it ok to record
covers? |
A. If
you are going to use recorded covers on your demo, then
it's ok. But it's illegal for you to sell them without getting the
artists permission. Most Replication manufacturers won't even replicate
your CD without the original artist's permission. This also applies
to sound clips from movies.
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| Q. Is it ok if we
bring food or drinks to the studio? |
A. Yes.
You are welcome
to bring whatever you like. We also have a snack machine and a drink
machine for your convenience. Take out menus from nearby
restaurants are available. If you have booked a long session, you
can order some take out and enjoy it in our lounge.
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| Q. Will the engineer
tell us his opinion if something is not sounding right? |
A. If
you ask, we'll tell you, but we don't force our opinion on any
one. We can discuss this more when you come in for
your tour.
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| Q. Why do I need
to come in for a tour before I schedule my session? |
A. We
like to meet you and get familiar with your project, the sound you
are looking for and your goals for the project. We want you to be
comfortable during your session so you can do your best work. We
require a 50% deposit if you book a session and you don't do a tour.
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| Q. How should we
prepare for our session? |
A. Decide
which songs you want to record before you come in. Change you guitar
strings about 1 week before your session. This gives the strings time
to settle in. Also, change any drum heads that are dented or damaged.
Make sure your drum kit is well tuned and practice practice practice.
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| Q. What gear should
we bring to the studio? |
| A. Bring
everything that you would need during band practice or during a show,
except you do not need any microphones, or PA equipment. We also
have a variety of instruments availalble for $60 per session. |
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| If you think of any
other questions not on this page,
please email us sing@globalsoundstudio.com. |
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