Rates

I am an independent and D.I.Y. artist myself. I understand cost constraints and try to keep my rates as reasonable as possible.  I am always willing to work something out for all situations and means.

Mastering includes multiple formats:

High resolution 24bit wave / 16bit wave / MP3 / AAC digital release masters | Vinyl / Cassette premasters prepared for delivery to the lacquer cutter / replicators | CD DDP pre-masters | (please specify what is required) all delivered delivered digitally. Physical formats cost of material + shipping.

– Formats accepted: Wav, Aif, DDP, CD, Cassette, 1/4” Stereo Reel to Reel Tape 7.5, 15, or 30ips, Vinyl 45 / 33 / 78 rpm.

– Tape Transfers (including baking), Cassette Transfers, Vinyl Transfers also provided.

(Transfer and Restoration work 20% surcharge)

Below are my rates:

– 7″/EP/One Sided Cassette – €50 a song up to €200 maximum charge

approximately 3-9 minutes of audio.

– 10″/12″ EP/One or Two Sided Cassette EP – €50 a song up to €300 maximum charge

approximately 10-23 minutes of audio.

– CD/LP/Cassette – €50 per song €250 minimum,  €500 maximum charge

approximately 24-45 minutes of audio.

– Everything else – €50 per song.

– 1/4” Reel to Reel Master Tape Layback (vintage or modern tape stock)  €50 for project per request.

(Additional charge due to the costs of upkeep and setup)

Cassette Layback also provided.

– Other – Audio Check, Levelling, and Production Master Setup €6 per song.

– Mixing – €50 a song.

– My lead time is usually two to three weeks unless arranged otherwise. This is a bespoke service and I am working alone. Each project varies in its needs and so too does the time it takes master each recording. 

(Lead times for mixing are longer as my primary focus is mastering)

If you have any questions or queries please do not hesitate to contact me at NLBFMastering@hotmail.com

Special deals for ongoing work with Independent Labels.