Refunds are available for deposits or payments if the request abides by our deposit, confirmations, and payment policies. See our “Booking Policies” page for all guidelines. Refunds must be approved by GVO Mastering management and are handled on a case by case basis. Approved refunds will be sent back through the method it was received. Please call us at 770-797-5252 or email us at info@gvomastering.com to start a refund request.
We are a smoke-friendly studio. Designated private outdoor areas are provided to clients wanting to smoke during their booked sessions.
During recording sessions, the tracking engineer focuses mostly on getting the right takes and performances from the talent along with song structure and editing. However, the tracking engineer still gets the records to a “light mix” or “rough mix” stage to lay the groundwork for the following mix engineer. A separate “mix session” should be booked to take the rough mixes to commercial release quality. Mixers can now focus more so on finalizing effects, tuning, individual track tonal balancing, EQing, leveling, and so.
When recording a demo, we focus on the song’s chord structure, arrangement, lyrics and melody. The instrumentation of the demo tends to be minimal, either a guitar or piano and a vocal, sometimes percussion. It is usually an outline of the songs melody and chords. Taking that demo into the production stage is where the artist and producer get to focus on individual parts, harmony, vocal layers, and anything else the artist wants to include into the song until it is fully realized into a commercial release.
What is mixing?
Mixing is the process of creating balance between the vocal recordings and the sonics of the instrumentation. In this process, a source's volume level, sonic frequencies, dynamics, and panoramic position are manipulated and or enhanced. While recordings are mixed by a trained mix engineer, the end product greatly depends on the quality of the recording.
What is mastering?
Mastering is the final step in completing your recording. Mastering enhances your mix, brings your record to industry levels, and creates balance for playback across all devices. It utilizes compression, EQ, limiting, and audio spatial tools to enhance the overall final mix. We recommend your Mastering Engineer is different from your Mix Engineer, to ensure the best quality.
GVO Mastering has deep relationships with many producers and writers that we can recommend to help with your project. Our talents focus more on the recording, mixing, and mastering process while the studios are built to facilitate outside producers with the space, equipment, software, and instruments needed to create without compromise.
Yes! Make your next listening party, commercial shoot, mixer, live show, panel, or curated event unique and unforgettable. Get in touch to discuss the possibilities and how we can adapt GVO Mastering Studios to your event. Contact us at info@gvomastering.com or at 770-797-5252.
GVO Mastering Studios is committed to creating a safe and peaceful environment for all employees, clients, and visitors. We strongly believe in the principles of non-violence and aim to maintain a creative space that’s free from any threat or harm. To achieve this, we have established the following non-violence and no firearms policy:
1. Non-Violence:
a. Violence in any form, including physical, verbal, or psychological, is strictly prohibited within the premises of GVO Mastering Studios. This policy extends to all employees, contractors, clients, and visitors.
b. All individuals associated with GVO Mastering Studios are expected to treat each other with respect, courtesy, and professionalism at all times.
2. No Firearms:
a. The possession, carrying, or use of firearms, deadly weapons, or any instrument capable of causing harm is strictly prohibited within GVO Mastering Studios premises. This includes concealed carry of firearms, open carry, or any form of weaponry.
b. Firearms are not to be stored in personal belongings within the studio.
c. Exceptions to this policy may only be made for on-duty law enforcement officers in compliance with local laws.
3. Consequences for Violations:
a. All employees, clients, and visitors are encouraged to promptly report any violations or concerns related to this policy to studio management.
b. Any violations or concerns related to this policy will not be tolerated and appropriate disciplinary action will be taken, including expulsion from the studio premises.
c. Legal authorities may be involved in cases of serious misconduct, including the possession of firearms within the studio.
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