At Pineway Productions, we specialize in recording pre-production. The rates charged by major recording studios for independent projects are at an all time high. Now more than ever, studio time is at a premium, and the value of pre-production is frequently overlooked. The time spent on preparation before entering the studio can save thousands over the life of a project. Too often artists enter the studio with the idea that there will be an unlimited amount of time for experimentation, deliberation, and the development of their musical vision. Without a large budget, and without the backing of a major record label, this can be a costly misconception. In house producers at many studios for hire charge the same studio rate for pre-production that is incurred during actual tracking.
Musical arrangements, instrumentation, vocal harmonies, and solid lyrics should all be evaluated and strengthened during the pre-production process. Songwriting is a craft that can always benefit from objective review. Record production is a skill that bonds the artistic vision to a physical medium. Pre-production assists in the development and clarification of that vision. It is an artistic endeavor that should not be hurried due to the constraints of a tight budget.
At Pineway, we can assist you with all of your pre-production needs. In our personal writer's studio, you will feel at ease during the evolution of your artistic vision. If you choose, we can also assist you with the technical aspects of pre-production so you know what to expect before entering a large tracking facility. We will review the basic principles of microphone selection and placement, pre-amplification, equalization, compression, and effects. We will review the basic operations of various digital audio editors including Pro Tools. An enhanced level of basic knowledge will always result in greater creative control over your project. Pineway is also affiliated with several major tracking studios, mastering studios, and duplication / pressing facilities. We can help you determine what type of studio is the best for your artistic vision. We offer all of this for a fraction of the cost.
