submission requirements
submission requirements
Each submission type has a unique set of requirements.
If you fail to follow these requirements, we will be unable to accept your submission.
mixing
The format
Do not send DAW sessions!
Export/bounce each audio track as a WAV or AIFF file, 24bit at 44.1khz, 48khz or 96khz.
Additionally, export your MIDI tracks if they need sound replacement.
These can either be mono or stereo.
Dry tracks only!
Please bypass any effects (amp simulator / compression / reverb / eq / delay, etc.).
Only leave effects which are an integral part of the sound.
When in doubt, just render two copies of the sound, one with the effect and one without.
No peaks!
Audio levels should NEVER exceed 0 dB, so please ensure your tracks are not distorting or clipping as this can not be fixed at the mix stage.
The names
Name each track sensibly
(e.g. Bass DI, Lead Guitar 1, etc.)
Tracks alignment
Make sure each audio file is bounced from the beginning of the session so each track has the same starting point.
NOTE: To make sure you exported your stems correctly before sending them to us, import the stems into your DAW to make sure everything is correct.
Zip!
Have all your files saved in one folder and zip / compress this folder with a file archiver software.
Once the .zip / .rar file is created, name it to the song title.
Then, click here.
The info
Please provide us with as much written information as possible. We also welcome a reference mix that you would like us to match. This will give us a better idea of your creative vision and what you are seeking for in your mix.
Done!
If the material has been sent correctly, you will receive a confirmation email.
Note: If you need to complete a previous submission, fill out this form and upload your files.
Recording yourself?
mastering
No master effects
Please remove any master bus processing.
Take off any limiters, compressors, EQs, and stereo width processor plugins.
Headroom
Make sure the mixdown is not clipping and have it peaking at no more than -3dB.
The format
Export your final stereo mixdown in WAV or AIFF format, 24bit at 44.1khz, 48khz, 96khz, or 192khz.
Zip!
Have your file(s) saved in one folder and zip / compress this folder with a file archiver software.
Once the .zip / .rar file is created, name it to the song title.
Then, click here.
The info
Please provide us with as much written information as possible. We also welcome reference links to songs you would like us to emulate. This will give us a better idea of your creative vision and what you are seeking for in your song.
Done!
If the material has been sent correctly, you will receive a confirmation email.
Note: If you need to complete a previous submission, fill out this form and upload your files.
The format
We accept MIDI (.mid), Guitar Pro (.gpx) files and also WAV / AIFF / MP3 audio files.
Clarity!
Make sure that the materials you are sending will allow us to understand and recreate your ideas.
Be aware that we reserve the right to refuse files of a poor quality.
Zip!
Have your file(s) saved in one folder and zip / compress this folder with a file archiver software.
Once the .zip / .rar file is created, name it to the song title. Then, click here.
The info
Please provide us with as much written information as possible. We also welcome a reference song you would like us to match. This will give us a better idea of what you are seeking for your song.
Done!
If the material has been sent correctly, you will receive a confirmation email.
Note: If you need to complete a previous submission, fill out this form and upload your files.
full production
A high-speed Internet wired connection
You need an Ethernet high-speed and stable Internet connection.
We will check the speed, quality and performance of your Internet connection before getting started.
A reliable computer with a camera
Your computer has to be powerful and reliable and must have an integrated camera or a USB webcam.
It can be a desktop or a laptop, Mac or PC.
A good audio interface / a good mic / headphones
You must have a reliable audio interface (and you must know how to use it) with good preamps and a good microphone (condenser or dynamic), a mic stand, a pop filter and a pair of headphones.
We will check your set up and your gear before getting started.
All the stuff YOU will need
Make sure you are comfortable with all the consumable items you will need during the session such as strings, picks, drum sticks, drum heads, etc...
VST Connect Performer
You also need to create a MySteinberg account here and download VST Connect Performer.
Availability / Reliability / Motivation
Book a writing session or a recording session through your artist account, give us some details about your project and let us know about your availability.
Sessions can be long and exhausting, so make sure you and / or your band are materially and mentally ready.