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F.A.Q.
Answers to frequently asked questions.
If you still have a question after reading the FAQ, feel free to contact!
If you still have a question after reading the FAQ, feel free to contact!
General
WEhre is yoru studio located?
I am located in Guatemala City, Central America. But through the wonder of the Internet, I am able to work with clients and artists all over the world.
Can i record on your studio?
No, unfortunately my studio rooms are primarily focused for mixing & mastering, but I know good recording studios word wide that can support you!, contact me!
You save and backup my files?
Yes i do, all mixed and mastered sessions are save for long time term, so in case you need the files, make small adjustments or need a different version of your project, simply contact me and ask for them!.
What equipment do you use?
I use a hybrid setup on both of my studios, and all of the following gears are distributed between mastering or mixing rooms
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Monitors: KRK Rokit 5 Gen 3 with KRK 10s BareFoot Footprint1 with MicroSub 45 Conversion / Audio Interfase: Dangerous Music Converter AD+ Prism Audio Lyra 2 Universal Audio Apollo x8 Universal Audio Apollo Twin SSL 2 + Equalization: Avalon VT-373 WEISS EQ (digital) Chandler Limited Curve Bender (Digital) 2x API Audio 550B Band EQ MASELEC MEA2 Pre-Amps: Chandler Limited TG2 Pre Amp/DI 2X API Audio 212L Discrete Mic Pre 2X 512c Discrete Mic / Line Pre Great River MP-2NV Compressors: Api Audio 2500 Compressor SSL G Compressor Louder Than Liftoff Silver Bullet |
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Mixing & Mastering
HOW SHOULD I PREPARE MY audio files?
It depends a bit on the song and the service, but in general:
For Mixing: You start off by exporting your own mix of the track, this will be used as a reference later on. Then, make sure that effects like reverb and delay are bussed (100% wet on an aux channel NOT in the channels). Keep all your own plugins turned ON! Export all separated stems to .WAV (or .AIFF) file at 24bit minimun.
For Mastering: export a stereo bounce of your mix at 24bits, and make sure it doesn't clip. It's best to keep the highest peak at -6dBfs.
After confirming your service, i will send you in detail how to export your files and transfer it to my studio.
For Mixing: You start off by exporting your own mix of the track, this will be used as a reference later on. Then, make sure that effects like reverb and delay are bussed (100% wet on an aux channel NOT in the channels). Keep all your own plugins turned ON! Export all separated stems to .WAV (or .AIFF) file at 24bit minimun.
For Mastering: export a stereo bounce of your mix at 24bits, and make sure it doesn't clip. It's best to keep the highest peak at -6dBfs.
After confirming your service, i will send you in detail how to export your files and transfer it to my studio.
Can i get mixed stems?
Yes!, you can, as soon I finish your final mix you can ask for it. Can be extra charge or tottally free, It depends the payment mode you choose.
does Good mix really needs a mastering'
Yes, mixing can do some thing that mastering can´t and mastering can do thing that mix can´t. Imagine mix and mastering as a couple, each other complements to create a real top hit song.
CAN YOU MAKE ME SOUND LIKE A OR B ARTIST?
In general, it is a good question to ask yourself if you actually want to copy an artist or shine as an individual. If you have answered this question, then it is a matter of making sure that the arrangement and sound design are correct. Feel free to ask this by contacting.
Do YOU DO MASTERING?
Yes i do, you can choose between this four types of mastering:
- Stereo Mastering
- Stem Mastering
- MFIT (Apple Digital Masters)
- Vinyl Mastering
Request your quote Here!
- Stereo Mastering
- Stem Mastering
- MFIT (Apple Digital Masters)
- Vinyl Mastering
Request your quote Here!
will my mix be prfect the first time out?
I hope so yes!, but if not, you have up to 3 chances of revision. After that i`ll have to ask you for an extra charge including it on your second invoice.
Whitch of your services suits my needs?
If you're not sure about which services you track need, feel free to contact me. I prefer to be honest and prevent you to pay something you don´t need.
what is a DDP for cd manufacturing
A DDP correspond to (Disc Description Protocol) is a file that is sent to CD manufactures that includes the entire image of the disc with all songs in order including any metadata like track titles, ISRC codes, album title, etc.
The benefit of sending a DDP file is that you can be sure in a 100% that everything is exactly as you want and doesnt have any issues. I will set the spacing between songs in the DDP and they will then be printed to CD exactly as intended.
DDPs are only needed if you are making CDs and if the distribution company or you are using. Please verify with them to see if they prefer to receive a DDP or WAV files directly.
The benefit of sending a DDP file is that you can be sure in a 100% that everything is exactly as you want and doesnt have any issues. I will set the spacing between songs in the DDP and they will then be printed to CD exactly as intended.
DDPs are only needed if you are making CDs and if the distribution company or you are using. Please verify with them to see if they prefer to receive a DDP or WAV files directly.
do you offer a sample of master or mix?
At this time, I am only offer a FREE no obligation sample stereo mastering so you can listen what I can do with your music.
If you like it you can decide to go with my services or not.
Please click here for more info.
If you like it you can decide to go with my services or not.
Please click here for more info.
Ordering Questions
HOW MUCH DO I HAVE TO PAY?
Uh, good one. People are generally nervous about sending money over the internet to someone they don’t know, and this is TOTALLY understandable. I can’t expect everyone to be comfortable paying on the first session. So I have a two very simple procedures to make sure everyone is fresh and comfortable with the transaction.
PAYMENT MODES:
50/50 Payment: Pay 50% before and 50% after. If you choose this method, then when I send your reference mix or mastering, it will simply have a few short dropouts throughout the song. This simply ensures that the project is not suitable for distribution, and just for reference. Once you are satisfied with the service, simply make the remaining 50% payment, and I will then bounce your project in the terms mentioned below without the dropouts.
Full pay upfront: The most requested by the clients, you pay the total amount of the service before starting working on your project, for sure, clients that select this type of payments, have some extras, as unlimited revisions, NO short dropouts, etc.
PAYMENT MODES:
50/50 Payment: Pay 50% before and 50% after. If you choose this method, then when I send your reference mix or mastering, it will simply have a few short dropouts throughout the song. This simply ensures that the project is not suitable for distribution, and just for reference. Once you are satisfied with the service, simply make the remaining 50% payment, and I will then bounce your project in the terms mentioned below without the dropouts.
Full pay upfront: The most requested by the clients, you pay the total amount of the service before starting working on your project, for sure, clients that select this type of payments, have some extras, as unlimited revisions, NO short dropouts, etc.
WHAT ARE YOUR PAYMENT METHODS?
When we begin your project, I will generate an invoice and email it to you. The email will have a “Pay Now” button that will allow you to pay securely with any major credit/debit card, bank account, or PayPal Balance. Most clients use and prefer this option. Other options, if you live in Guatemala area, you can pay via cash or bank deposit (Banco Industrial & Banco Promerica).
What are your prices?
CAN I GET A DISCOUNT?
Sometimes, I have sales of small discounts on services even if its a single, Ep or album. I recommend follow me on instagram for that!. Also you can let me know if you think that you have a reason to receive a discount and i'll take it into consideration.
What is your refund Policy
A full refund is only possible BEFORE start processing (working) in your project).
There is NO REFUNDING when I have delivered the first full version of the track. thats why you get up to 3 free revisions, of course.
There is NO REFUNDING when I have delivered the first full version of the track. thats why you get up to 3 free revisions, of course.
i found a cheaper option for my project
Well, great!, go for it , but remember, You receive what you pay. Cheap price = Cheap Results.
Delivery My Files
HOW I CAN SEND YOU MY FILES?
After confirm your service, you will receive an e-mail with all details regarding how to export your tracks and where to upload them. At this point and time, I am using Dropbox as the main file transfer service.
You do not need to have a Dropbox account to use it. If you do have an account, I will give you access to your project folder in which all delivered files will sit during project time.
You do not need to have a Dropbox account to use it. If you do have an account, I will give you access to your project folder in which all delivered files will sit during project time.
What will i receive?
The first files you receive will be labeled (LV), which stands for Listen Version. These versions are made to pitch my work, and are the versions you may give feedback on. These versions are Pre mastered, so, what you hear is what you get!
After you are fully satisfied with my work, i will provide you an unmastered (and mastered, if ordered) at 44.1kHz 24 bit and other at 96kHz 24bits. Apart from that, you can request files, such as instrumentals, remix, buss or full stems and acapella's completely free of charge (it all depends on the selected payment method)
After you are fully satisfied with my work, i will provide you an unmastered (and mastered, if ordered) at 44.1kHz 24 bit and other at 96kHz 24bits. Apart from that, you can request files, such as instrumentals, remix, buss or full stems and acapella's completely free of charge (it all depends on the selected payment method)
A&R Scout
I AM AN ARTIST AND I NEED HELP WITH MY CARRER
Catch you!, for sure as a person inside Music business for around +10 years, i will be more than happy to help and guide you in your daily carrer journey, for more info and discuss your needs, please fill this form!.
CAN YOU SEND MY TRACK TO MAJOR LABELS?
Yes i can!, you would have a 50% chances to get sign with one of the major label (Warner Music, Sony Music, Universal Music) and also the EDM label such (Armada Music, Spinnin Records, Protocol Recordings, etc). Contact me here!
Can you get my track on a TV film or commercial?
Yes I can!, you would have a 50% chances to get deal with a publisher so they can give you chances to get on board!. just hit me up here!
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