Mobile Recording Service

Recording Services for NW England & North Wales

Historically, my background is in live sound and studio engineering, spanning back to the 1990s. This included working on the entertainment circuit around the UK. I learned a lot and gained invaluable experience as a live sound engineer, but I wanted to get away from the late nights and smokey clubs. I gained an HND in Music Technology at City College Manchester and worked my way into composing music and audio production.

I still enjoy recording so I am dusting off the old microphones (classics!) and I am available for location recordings of local groups and bands. I have a 12-track setup that is suitable for many purposes.

As you can see from the recorders and selection of microphones I have a variety of different options available for recording.

My current setup is suited to live recording with the whole band or group playing simultaneously. It is not a studio recording setup with overdubbing of individual instruments/sections. There will be up to 12 live microphones strategically placed around the room. The band can play as many times as needed. If there are any mistakes you will have to play again because there is no means to do overdubs in a live recording.

You must have access to a suitable venue for the recording session. This can be a venue where you regularly rehearse or one that you hire for the purpose of live recording. Please bear in mind that the venue acoustics and any external sounds around the venue will have an impact on the recording. Ideally, you should avoid venues that have heavy traffic noise nearby.

I recommend that all phones be turned off during the session, not just on silent because they can still cause electromagnetic interference. I also discourage spectators as they have a tendency to chatter, use their phones or just generally move around at inopportune moments.

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Mobile Recording FAQs

Are you able to record my group?

I will first need to know what combination of instruments you have and what you want to achieve with the recording. The best thing to do is to send me an email and tell me a little more about your band or group.

Are you able to record me singing or playing with a backing track?

Yes, this would be possible. The best thing to do is to send me an email and tell me a little more about what you want to achieve.

Do you mix and master the tracks?

I can do the mixing and mastering, but you can do your own mixing and mastering if you prefer.

Can you record our concert?

Recording a live concert is more challenging so I would need to speak to you before committing.

Do you work evenings and weekends?

I understand that being in a band takes place in the evenings and at weekends so I am happy to fit around these times.

What if we have to cancel the recording day?

Things happen, so it is okay if you need to reschedule, as long as you provide me with advance notice. We can reschedule for a mutually convenient day. I only do a few fixed recording dates each month but I do have some flexibility.

Can I pay when you have finished the recording?

No, sorry. It is paid upfront. I have always worked this way and it saves me time and energy on chasing unpaid invoices at the end of jobs. It also helps me to organise my schedule alongside concurrent music and audio projects.

Do you charge for travel?

Within the North West, and some areas of Wales, I am happy to include the travel time and fuel costs. I may travel further upon request but there will be additional costs for travel time/distance. I will inform you of any additional travel fees when you enquire.

What is your availability like?

My availability is dependent on my schedule and work commitments, which can change from week to week. The best way to check is to get in touch and book your session.

Do you have a refund policy?

If you cannot do your recording date, we can reschedule. However, if you cannot reschedule I will refund you in full as long as I am given advance notice of at least 7 days.

If for whatever reason I cannot complete your recording I will refund you in full.

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