Our Services
Recording
At Aurora Sound Studios, we offer a premier recording experience tailored to meet the unique needs of every artist. Our state-of-the-art recording facility is equipped with a diverse range of microphones, including the industry-standard Neumann U87 Ai, and preamps to capture your sound with exceptional clarity and warmth. Whether you are tracking vocals, instruments, or a full ensemble, our acoustically treated live room provides an optimal environment for capturing your performance.
Our experienced audio engineers work closely with you throughout the recording process, providing technical expertise and creative input to help you achieve your artistic vision. We cater to all genres, from indie rock and folk to hip-hop and classical. We understand that every project is different, which is why we offer flexible scheduling and personalized service to ensure your recording experience is both productive and enjoyable. From initial setup to final takes, we are committed to delivering professional-quality recordings that exceed your expectations.
We also offer mobile recording services for artists who prefer to record in a location of their choosing. Our mobile recording rig includes all the essential equipment needed to capture high-quality audio on location, allowing you to record in your rehearsal space, a live venue, or any other environment that inspires you. This service is ideal for capturing live performances, rehearsals, or unique acoustic spaces.
Mixing
Our mixing services are designed to bring your recordings to life, transforming individual tracks into a cohesive and polished final product. We utilize a hybrid approach, combining the warmth and character of analog gear with the precision and flexibility of digital processing. Our Solid State Logic AWS 948 console allows us to sculpt your sound with exceptional clarity and depth, while our extensive collection of plugins provides a vast palette of sonic textures and effects.
Our experienced mixing engineers work meticulously to balance the levels, EQ, and dynamics of each track, creating a sonic landscape that is both engaging and impactful. We pay close attention to detail, ensuring that every element of your mix is perfectly placed within the sonic spectrum. Whether you are looking for a clean and transparent mix or a bold and aggressive sound, we have the skills and expertise to deliver the results you desire.
We offer both stereo and surround mixing services, catering to a wide range of formats and platforms. Our surround mixing capabilities allow us to create immersive audio experiences for film, television, and video games. We also provide stem mixing services, giving you greater control over the final mix by providing individual stems for each instrument or vocal group.
Mastering
Mastering is the final critical step in the audio production process, where your mixed tracks are optimized for distribution across various platforms. At Aurora Sound Studios, we take a meticulous approach to mastering, ensuring that your music sounds its absolute best on all playback systems. Our state-of-the-art mastering suite is equipped with precision monitoring systems, including Focal SM9 studio monitors, and a carefully curated selection of analog and digital mastering tools.
Our experienced mastering engineers have a keen ear for detail and a deep understanding of the technical and artistic aspects of mastering. We carefully analyze your mixes, identifying and addressing any sonic issues that may detract from the overall listening experience. We then apply subtle EQ, compression, and limiting to enhance the clarity, punch, and loudness of your tracks, while maintaining their original sonic character. Our goal is to create masters that are both sonically competitive and artistically satisfying.
We offer a variety of mastering services to meet your specific needs, including stereo mastering, stem mastering, and mastering for vinyl. We also provide digital distribution services, ensuring that your music is properly formatted and delivered to all major online music retailers and streaming services. Our mastering process includes meticulous quality control checks to ensure that your masters are free from errors and ready for release.
Voice-Over Recording
Aurora Sound Studios offers professional voice-over recording services for a wide range of applications, including commercials, audiobooks, e-learning modules, and video games. Our acoustically treated vocal booth provides a quiet and isolated environment for capturing clean and articulate voice recordings. We use high-quality microphones, such as the Neumann U87 Ai, and preamps to ensure that your voice sounds its absolute best.
Our experienced audio engineers can help you with all aspects of the voice-over recording process, from script preparation to final editing and mixing. We can also provide voice talent from our extensive network of professional voice actors. Whether you need a warm and friendly voice for a commercial or a commanding and authoritative voice for a documentary, we can help you find the perfect voice for your project.
We also offer remote voice-over recording services, allowing you to direct the recording session from anywhere in the world. Our remote recording system utilizes high-speed internet connections and real-time audio monitoring to provide a seamless and collaborative recording experience.
Audio Restoration
Do you have old recordings that are plagued by noise, clicks, pops, or other audio imperfections? Aurora Sound Studios offers professional audio restoration services to bring your vintage recordings back to life. We use advanced audio processing techniques to remove unwanted noise and artifacts, while preserving the original sonic character of your recordings. Our audio restoration services are ideal for archiving historical recordings, restoring damaged tapes, or cleaning up noisy field recordings.
Our experienced audio restoration engineers have a deep understanding of the technical and artistic aspects of audio restoration. We carefully analyze each recording, identifying and addressing any sonic issues that may detract from the listening experience. We use a variety of tools and techniques to remove noise, clicks, pops, hum, and other unwanted artifacts, while minimizing any damage to the original audio signal. Our goal is to restore your recordings to their former glory, while preserving their historical significance.
We offer a variety of audio restoration services, including noise reduction, click and pop removal, hum removal, and spectral repair. We can also transfer your old recordings to digital formats, ensuring that they are preserved for future generations.
Pricing
| Service | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Recording (Hourly) | Studio time with an experienced engineer. | $75/hour |
| Mixing (Per Song) | Professional mixing services to bring your tracks to life. | $400 - $800 (depending on complexity) |
| Mastering (Per Song) | Final polish to prepare your tracks for distribution. | $100/song |
| Voice-Over Recording (Hourly) | Studio time for voice-over projects. | $60/hour |
| Audio Restoration (Hourly) | Restoring and enhancing old or damaged audio recordings. | $90/hour |
| Full Production Package | Includes recording, mixing and mastering for one song | Starting at $1200 |
Contact us for custom packages and long-term project rates. All prices are estimates and may vary based on the specifics of your project. Ask for a free consultation.