FAQ

Our studios are open from Monday to Friday from 09:00 - 18:00. Outside these hours you can reach us via contact form.

No, we rent the studio exclusively including our sound engineers.

Depending on the concept, this is possible. However, please note that we do not offer film services ourselves. We work with various film productions and can help you with the selection if desired.

Of course! Let us know what services you need and we will be happy to provide you with a quote.

We do not rent equipment. When you book a recording session with us, we try out together which microphone is best for you and your song. Maybe it is the SONY C-800G?

As unique as each project is, so different are the services. Do you need one or more speakers? Is it an advertisement or a corporate film? Do you want your product to shine with an exclusive jingle or soundtrack?

For a price calculation, we need as much information about your project as possible so that we can create a customized offer for you.

That depends on what you want. Do you already have an instrumental and just want to record the vocals? Or do you need a whole production?

The costs depend heavily on the type of production, for example, whether external musicians are booked for a jazz ballad, or it should be a "trap beat". The best thing to do is to send us a demo and describe your ideas and wishes. Then we will check the possibilities and make you a suitable offer.

The studio price always includes the studio rent, the sound engineer, the equipment as well as the booked service (recordings/edit/mix/master) and backup. Other services such as archive music, music composition, voiceover and buyout, external link costs, etc. are charged additionally.

Only if speakers have been booked for your production and you cancel the session within 24 hours of the scheduled time.

At the moment all our positions are filled. If the situation changes, we will publish this on the website.

At our headquarters in Küsnacht, you can use the parking lot directly in front of the building. Additional parking is available in the blue zone on Vorderzelgstrasse. Two garage parking spaces are available for visitors to our studio in Zurich. Further parking spaces can be found around Hottingerplatz in the blue and white zones. Please let us know if you plan to travel by car for your visit.

Immersive audio, also called 3D audio or spatial audio, is an audio technology that completely surrounds the listener. While surround sound positions multichannel sound in front, to the side, and behind, immersive audio provides an additional height dimension (above the head) and literally embeds the listener in the sound.

Dolby Atmos Music promises a revolutionary music experience in a new dimension that goes beyond conventional consumption in stereo format. The three-dimensional soundscape allows you to enjoy music where every detail is audible with more depth and clarity.

The following streaming platforms already offer a wide catalog for Dolby Atmos Music: Tidal, Amazon and Apple Music. This requires compatible speakers or devices like soundbars, headphones or pod speakers.

Unlike a stereo mix, where the signals are distributed to just two channels, any sound from a production can be placed freely in space. This allows for a listening experience that immerses the listener in the music in a spatial way.

For a Dolby Atmos mix we advise a delivery of multitracks or stems. We are happy to discuss your project in detail via contact form or phone call.

3D audio is spreading rapidly and is massively supported by various device manufacturers, so that you can already enjoy 360° sound at home and on the road. Especially for projects that are to withstand the current audio technology in the future, it is recommended to create a Dolby Atmos mix.

Glad you like our voices! Our Speakertool is a service offer for our customers. We do not refer speakers to other studios. You can request a quote for voice recordings from us at any time: contact form.

Voice actors of famous Hollywood actors usually demand higher fees than commercial voice actors. To be able to make you an offer, we need as much information as possible about your project:
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- company/product
- type of recording (image, advertising, etc.)
- number of subjects and the respective length
- use (country, website, online/TV/cinema/radio advertising, etc.)
- duration of use

A beautiful voice is a good basis. However, it takes a lot more to gain a foothold on the market as a speaker. On the Internet you will find various coaches, workshops and schools from home and abroad who will be happy to advise you.

It's easy: our speaker tool offers you a huge selection of voices in various languages and dialects from Germany and abroad. By means of a filter you can select your favorites, then send us the link with the project info and the approximate time frame for your production. We will contact you as soon as possible with the offer and the availability of the speakers. As soon as you have approved the costs and the date proposal, we will book the speaker(s) bindingly on the desired date.

Of course, you can still contact us directly with a briefing (project/voice) and we will send you a selection of suitable voices.

At our headquarters in Küsnacht, recordings up to approx. 5-7 people are possible. The Studio City offers space for 2 people at the same time.

If you want to record your own song with us, we need an instrumental of your track on which the recording will be done. Of course we can also do recordings where you accompany yourself with your instrument or even bring your own musician.

Depending on the production (e.g. simultaneous or single) and the composition of the band, this is possible. Please contact us so that we can find the best possible solution for your project.

Our recording services include voice and vocal direction and backup. Editing (processing of the recordings) is not included.

The voice director "guides" the speaker through the production and pays attention to the speed of the spoken text, pronunciation, intonation, corrects any mistakes and incorporates the customer's wishes into the production. This allows the speaker to concentrate 100% on his job.

For voice recordings, this depends on the project and the customer. Basically, we calculate with a professional speaker for a spoken 20-second spot with about 30-45 minutes of recording time. Vocal and instrumental song recordings with a length of about 3-4 minutes usually take 1-2 hours. But again, it depends on how well-prepared you are.

Before the appointment, we check if the necessary material (text, music, film, timing) for the recording is available to prepare the session. After the greeting and a short sound check, the recording will then take place. At the end, we also include time for a debriefing to clarify the selection of takes, the further procedure or any questions.

For an efficient and smooth execution of a session, it is important that we receive all the material (text incl. translations, music, film) that we need for the recording before the recording.

For speakers and singers, it is advisable to arrive in tune and warmed up. Speakers should read the text beforehand, if possible, to clarify any questions about pronunciation at the beginning of the session. Singers should practice the song before recording. If possible, refrain from consuming sugary or sticky foods before the recording session.

Of course, we even recommend that! You can participate in the recording session via online call or on site in the studio and thus directly contribute your comments and wishes.

The division of a song production is very diverse. Please let us know in which direction the song should go, what genre it is and what is important to you. Feel free to contact us via contact form or phone. A raw demo recording and a reference are very helpful in any case.

The activities of a producer today can include composition/songwriting, instrumentation/arrangement to sound programming and sound design. Arranging, recording management or directing can also be part of it.

Depending on the project, the producer may be involved in all or only some of these services.

Creation and design of sound effects and noises to add auditory life to a video, radio play, animation or music.

An audible, conceptual implementation of a brand such as a jingle, audio logo or soundscapes.

If you are interested in licensing from our music catalog or a custom production of your project, please feel free to send us an inquiry.

Audio post-production includes all steps related to post-production for moving image. This includes sound design, sound effects, foley recording, voiceover editing, mixing and mastering.

Editing means the processing of individual recordings and audio tracks. This can include simple adjustments, cutting, shifting, fading in and out, to more complex fixes of unwanted noise and restoration.

Comping (merging the best parts from multiple takes into a perfect "one take"), auto-tuning, or pitch correction also fall under editing.

Mixing is the merging of all individual tracks into a whole. In this process, the sounds are adjusted to each other in terms of volume, balance and placement. A balanced mix ensures that the core message and mood of the product are shown to their best advantage.

Mastering is the final stage in the production process. Mainly, the mastering engineer makes sure that the product sounds good on every speaker and reaches a competitive volume level. In music productions, mastering is often seen as the finishing touch to get the last 10% out of the song.

It also includes the technical aspect of ensuring that the product in the respective format meets the guidelines and requirements of the media, such as EBU R128 in TV and Leq in cinema.

Each medium has its technical guidelines and requirements. It's best to let us know what format you need your product for so we can master it appropriately.

We would not recommend that. TV spots are subject to EBU guidelines and are mixed differently accordingly. If you were to use the spot online, it would be quieter than the other spots and might be noticed less.

In principle, yes. However, it strongly depends on the recording quality. You are welcome to send us your file, then we will check the possibilities.

But for sure! You are welcome to send us a rough mix of your recording so that we can make you a suitable offer. The recording quality, number of tracks and complexity of the arrangement are important information for us to be able to assess the effort.

Please note that despite the technical progress we cannot work miracles if the recording quality or the performance is simply insufficient.

In principle, we can make changes to already existing instrumentals. However, it is imperative that the legal (usage license) and technical aspects (existing audio tracks, stems, stereo mix) are clarified beforehand. Here you can contact us directly.

For song productions, we generally perform hybrid mastering (use of analog and digital hardware). You are welcome to send us a request for a quote. You can find more information on our equipment list.

We always look forward to Nerd Talks about the world of audio engineering during project assignments! Your question could not be answered? Then contact us via contactforumlar.

It's simple: by being well prepared.

For voice recordings, time your text - does it fit into the desired spot length? Have you taken the lengths of the language versions into account? Clarify the pronunciation of technical words in the respective languages beforehand. Is all the material available during the shoot, such as music files, sound effects, texts and translations? Ideally, you and/or your client will be present during the recording. This way, you can provide your input directly during the recordings and possibly save yourself correction recordings and corresponding additional costs.

For singers and musicians, the old adage applies: practice makes perfect!

The speaker fees are based on the recommendations of the VPS (Vereinigung professioneller Sprecher Schweiz). The fee includes both the presence time in the studio and the buyout, i.e. the use in the corresponding medium. Furthermore, the fees also include social security contributions.

For speakers from abroad, the situation is similar, but their fees are based on the rates of the respective country and may vary depending on the speaker. It is best to send us an e-mail with your request and we will clarify this for you.

Archive music are tracks that are offered on various platforms and are publicly available. A track can appear in several productions at the same time. Prices vary depending on quality, popularity and usage license. We strongly recommend reading the "fine print" before buying.

We are also happy to advise you on finding suitable music.

A reference track is always helpful. However, keep in mind that an archive music may not meet your demand for a "Highway To Hell".

For commercial purposes and publications, especially in connection with video material, permission from the publisher of the piece of music is mandatory.

Stems are individual or grouped audio tracks for saving different elements of a song separately for later processing (mastering, live performances, remixes, etc.). Unlike a mixdown, which combines all tracks into a single stereo track, stems allow greater flexibility and control over the individual components of a piece of music.

Unlike multitracks for mixing, stems are often already edited, processed, and include effects. Combined, these agree on themselves and add up to the mixed version.