How much does it cost to
make a record?
This is probably the most
frequently asked question and one that doesn't have an easy answer. Since we
charge by the hour, the amount of time you spend in the studio will determine
the total cost. There are many variables in the recording process and each
project is different. For example, a piano/vocal project will take considerably
less time than a 4-piece rock band. The number of songs you are recording and
several other factors will have an impact on how long you will need to be in
the studio. Please call us. We'd love to hear about your project and give you a
no-pressure estimate on how quickly we think it could be completed.
How long will it take to
record an album?
Again, this is a question
without an easy answer. The amount of time it will take to record your project
depends on a great deal many factors. The number of performers on each track,
the amount of overdubs needed, and the level of preparedness of your musicians,
and several other factors will all have an impact on the amount of time that
you will need. Give us a call. We'd be glad to sit down and chat about your
plans and give you an estimate of what we think you'll need to budget for to
get the job done.
Do your studio rates
include an engineer?
Yes. When you book time in
any of our studios, the rate includes the room, the equipment and an
experienced engineer.
How experienced is your
staff?
Our resident
producer/engineer, Joseph Mills, has over fifteen years experience behind the
console. Including thirteen years as a
professional, touring musician with 3 certified radio hits under his belt. He
has recorded everything from roots rock, country, folk and classical
to r&b, metal, spoken word, and gospel. An experienced assistant is also available.
What role will the
engineer play in the recording process?
Honestly, that's up to you.
The primary job of our engineers is to capture the sounds that you create in
the studio. However, the engineers at HighPoint have many, many years of
experience knowing the best ways to capture certain moods, styles, and
textures. Whether you're recording an industrial narration for a product demo
or a full-length folk album, chances are your engineer can be a valuable
resource for tips and tricks of the trade. If you know what you're looking for,
tell us. If you're open to suggestions, feel free to ask.
What's the rate if I
bring my own engineer?
HighPoint’s rate structure
includes the services of one of our qualified, experienced engineers. While we
have made exceptions to our policy on this, we don't have a set rate for this
service. If you need more information along these lines, please email us at
highpoint@cox.net, or give us a call at (785) 537-3383, and we'll work
something out for you.
Will HighPoint recording
provide musicians?
We can and will. Many of our
clients bring their own musicians, but if you're looking for someone to add a
bit of extra color to your recording, or needing to hire a whole four-piece
band to back you up, give us a call. We know drummers, percussionists,
saxophonists, trumpeters, pianists, oboists, vocalists, cellists, flautists,
violinists, and many, many more.
Does the studio provide
musical accompaniment /karaoke tracks?
We do not. However, we
recommend that you try out Songs & Samples, a company that specializes in
accompaniment tracks, and stocks a considerable assortment. You can find them
at 5903 Johnson Drive in Mission, Kansas. You can reach them at (913) 831-2780
or (800) 228-2123.
Can you remove a lead vocal from a song so I can use it as an accompaniment /karaoke track?
The short answer is no. The
slightly longer answer is not and maintain the sound quality of the original
recording. (Some have likened the process to attempting to remove the eggs from
an already baked cake.) The long answer is pretty technical, and involves
issues like where the tracks in the original recording were panned, phase
inversion, violations of copyright laws, and the like. If you're interested in
the long explanation, feel free to contact us.
Can you create an
accompaniment/karaoke track for me?
We can, but there are a lot
of steps involved, and the process can get pretty costly. Give us a call and
we'll give you the run-down.
What services do you
provide for your clients beyond recording?
HighPoint does graphic
design in-house.
We can arrange for
replication/duplication services for your project.
We can create custom music
for your project, or act as your producer. We also have contacts with producers
of various styles.
We think you'll find that
we're a full-service operation. If you need help with anything at all, contact
us and we'll see what we can do.
Do you do graphic design?
HighPoint does offer graphic
design services.
Can anyone record at
HighPoint Recording?
Absolutely! We strive to
provide the same high standard of service to every client whether they be a
renowned industry veteran or a beginner recording their first demo. There are a
few types of projects that we won't work on. You can check out our Policies
page for more information on that.
I heard HighPoint no
longer records rap projects. Is that true?
It is. We reserve the right
to refuse to record anything we deem to be explicit, indecent or otherwise
unbecoming of the standards of Highpoint Recording. While this doesn't apply
solely to rap, it has been our experience that rap projects rarely meet
HighPoint’s standards for decency. Please refer to our Policies page for more
detailed information regarding HighPoint’s procedures and policies.
What styles of music are
your specialties?
That's a tough question to
answer. HighPoint has recorded projects that range from country to rock to
gospel to folk to choral to classical to jazz to blues, and pretty nearly
everything in between. We've worked on
projects at levels that range from "national-release" to
"I’m-just-doing-this-for-my-friends-for-Christmas." We are passionate
about pursuing excellence in every style that we record.
I'm interested in getting into the recording industry. Do you have internships?
Joseph Mills is currently
an instructor for The Recording Connection, which utilizes a nationally
recognized recording curriculum. Please
contact us for more information.