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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do you have a physical recording studio?
A: Currently, I work out of other studios for recording aka Freelancing. Basically if you would like to hire me as your producer/recording engineer, I will find a proper studio within your budget and we will record there. I will say there are some things in the works regarding a physical building though.
Q: Are there any specific requirements you ask for?
A: As a matter of fact there are. All tracks MUST have 2 bars of silence before the beginning of each track (or you must be absolutely sure they’ll line up). This makes setting up a mixing session much quicker because I will not have to fiddle with trying to piece together a song I have never heard before.
*Putting silence before each individual track enables me to line up everything flawlessly and quickly which means you get your mix quicker. If you are a ProTools user, this requirement does not concern you.
Q: Do you accept MP3 files?
A: Yes, however I PREFER all files I receive to be 44.1-96kHz and 24bit WAV files.
Q: What DAW do you work with?
A: Anything Pro Tools. Mainly HD and Native systems.
Q: How can I send you my tracks?
A: I have configured an FTP scheme for all clients in which you will have a unique username and password. This allows access to only YOUR folder and nobody elses. Secure and safe! You will receive an e-mail containing all information you need to connect to the FTP server and how to upload your files! It’s super simple, I promise!
If you are a ProTools user or do not have a fast enough connection for FTP you can mail me a DVD with the following files:
SessionName.ptf
Audio Files folder
Fade Files folder
Session Backups folder
WavCache
The reason for a DVD is that ProTools files are generally quite large and a DVD or DL-DVD are the perfect mediums for PT sessions.
Q: Do you edit tracks?
A: I do small scale editing (removing silence as well as clicks and pops and other anomalies). What I do is make your tracks sound AWESOME! EQ, compression, etc. I'm a happy engineer when I receive tracks that are ready for me to jump right in and mix. All musical editing should be done before ever reaching the mix stage of a production.
Q: Why does my mix sound quiet?
A: Great question! Every engineer mixes differently, however I focus on sonic AND musical quality with my mixes. a finished mix by me tends to fall in the range of -18dB with max peaks around -10 to -7dB, I will go no louder than that unless you have a specific reasoning as to why it has to be louder. Dynamics are what make music enjoyable to listen to, if you squash a mix your master will sound sub-par.
Loudness comes during the mastering phase of a completed stereo mixdown. NOT during the mix! A great mix = a great master.
Q: Do you offer mastering services?
A: No. If your budget does not allow you to go to a mastering facility, let me know and I will be more than happy to put a limiter on the track for you for competitive loudness.
Q: Will you send me an MP3 file after my mix is completed?
A: Of course! Every client will receive an MP3 and WAV version of all mixes.
Q: How long does it take you to mix a track?
A: That depends on a number of factors. Mainly track count. I would say that I can fully mix typical 24 track session including effects and automation in about 8-10 hours. I do my best to get as many tracks done per day as possible. I would say 1 1/2-2 tracks. I take my work seriously and give my 100% undivided attention to your tracks.
That being said, if it takes longer, it takes longer. I will keep you informed every step of the way via e-mail or phone after a day’s work.
If you have any other questions, please feel free to e-mail me via the contact page.