We focus strictly on perfecting your song, your concept, or your image, so that you can walk away with a polished product and begin the fun path of getting your name out there. Consider us the first set of doors to many, many more ahead. Question and answer (in regards to audio production)
Q. What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you? Know your material, have fun,
and enjoy what you're writing/recording. Producing a song shouldn't feel like work. It takes hard work, but at all times remember to keep a creative mind at hand. If you were a customer, what do you wish you knew about your trade? Any inside secrets to share? Allow yourself to look at the recording process as a learning experience. Know your song from top to bottom and allow your song to change - the studio is your opportunity to really make your song as perfect as possible. Change is a great thing in the studio - Just make sure you have a solid blue print, otherwise you'll get lost and end up spending way more money than you originally budgeted for. If you have a question, ask it. If you want to add something to a, ask yourself if it's the right move. And vice versa. It's important that you get along with your producer. He/she is the one who you choose to be in charge of your song. You'll be working together for several hours. Make sure you enjoy who you're working with. You should trust him or her and you should communicate on a regular basis during your project. It's more fun when you get along. Make a schedule - know when you plan on playing guitar, what comes after, and in between. Don't you want to make the absolute best product while saving money? Come prepared. What questions should a consumer ask to hire the right service professional? What's your hourly rate?
2. What DAW (Digital Audio Workstation) are you using?
3. Where can I hear samples of your work?
4. How long have you been professionally producing?
5. What got you into becoming a producer/audio engineer?
6. What's your favorite style of music to record?
7. What's the biggest problem you face with musicians?
8. What advice do you have for me before I record with you? and the big one....
9. There are plenty of great studios out there, what makes you better? Why should I record with you? What important information should buyers have thought through before seeking you out? Do your homework. Find your right fit. That means sending emails, making phone calls, and visiting studios during their regular hours. You need to work in a comfortable, productive environment. Know your studio before you book one, not after. Why does your work stand out from others who do what you do? We provide a comfortable, intimate, and productive work space. We don't work over 6 hours a day. We believe in keeping the project fresh - too many hours get's everyone burned out. It's important to stay focused and have fun. We stand out because we believe in keeping your song fresh at all times. What do you like most about your job? Learning & meeting new people. Being a producer, you have the opportunity to work with several musicians. No matter what, no project is the same. You get to do something different every time you have a new client. Where it's important that we understand the consistent fundamentals of how to produce, mix, and master a song, we welcome in the opportunity to learn something new each session. How did you decide to get in your line of work? We've been playing music together for almost a decade. What can we say? It's fun. It's enjoyable putting all the little pieces together and forming something really nice. We did a lot together in school as well, and taking courses in audio & video production certainly made us want to do this more. Do you do any sort of continuing education to stay up on the latest developments in your field? All the time. Books, friends in the same field, YouTube tutorials - whatever it takes. The most important thing is to keep learning and keep getting better at your craft. If you were advising someone who wanted to get into your profession, what would you suggest? Do it. It will take some money to invest in the proper equipment, but the first thing you need to do is some research. What equipment do I need to have a basic recording studio?
-DAW (Logic Pro, Pro Tools, etc.)
-Interface/Pre-Amp
-Studio Monitors
-Headphones
-High Performance Mac or PC - We're MAC guys ;)
-Cables/Stands
-Mics (Starting with a basic condenser will go a long way)
Now what? Do your research - the internet has helped us a ton, there's no reason it can't help you. Pick up a book, call a friend, do what it takes. You will be as good as you want to be. Work hard and have fun with it. About the Producers:
Sean
Sean Beck was introduced to great music early in life. At the age of 2 in
Myrtle Beach, Beck was placed in the arms of music legend Robert Plant of Led Zeppelin for a photo op. Infused with magical music powers as a toddler, Beck came to appreciate many different instruments and genres over the years. He played the sax from age 9 to 13, when he then took up playing bass. Beck’s musical expertise has moved into the realms of vocals, synth, piano and percussion. Graduating with a degree in Motion Picture Production at Western Carolina University, Beck has had the opportunity to work with many projects, most of which dealt with a very hands on audio production experience. Being a member of many bands and music projects from high school to present day, Beck's musical experience has given him an open mind and a strong passion for production and artist development. David
David Dorenfeld's brain is a series of rapid synapses, a chaotic army of
monkeys constantly looking for something to do. He writes songs often
about his internal battles, and about controversial topics that he sees
to be otherwise very rational feelings or arguments. He doesn't write
much in metaphors and has a clear way of telling you exactly how he
feels. Up and down, optimistic and cynical, happy and despondent, his
songs are all dynamic, often dissonant, reflections about what is
on his mind at the time. He has the ability to play any of the band's
instruments and along with vocals he played guitar, piano, and drums
on the Watchdog EP. David speaks French fluently and speaks some
Spanish as well. His obsession with language comes very close to his
love for music. He admits his ignorance, values uniqueness, and talks a lot. He's probably talking right now, even as you read this, he's probably talking.
