The Recording Process
If you have never recorded before, the process may seem confusing. However, at Velur Studio, we can help take the mystery out of the process. You can put our experience to work for you. The first step is to call us and schedule a free consultation to determine your specific needs. We can then help you put together a plan to make the most of your time and money.
The following is a brief and simple description of the recording process:
Tracking
“Tracking” is the process of capturing sound with a microphone or directly from an instrument’s output onto a track of a recording device. Some instruments and vocals require only one track while others, such as drums and keyboards, require more. The number of tracks needed depends on the number of vocals and/or instruments.
Overdubbing
“Overdubbing” is a unique form of “tracking” that refers to adding or replacing instruments or vocals on a project. This can help embellish or repair mistakes made during the initial “tracking” stage.
Mixing
“Mixing” refers to the art of blending all of the individual vocals and instrument tracks for proper balance, equalization and compression. Mixing can also involve editing, and the addition of effects processing (reverb, delay, etc.) We can mix for stereo CD or multi-channel surround sound (DVD).
Mastering
“Mastering” is the final stage in preparing your project for duplication and radio airplay. This process involves leveling, spacing, and processing your final mix to achieve the perfect combination of warmth, presence, balance and loudness.
Duplication
“Duplication” refers to making multiple copies of your project for distribution and public sale.