OPENING A RECORDING STUDIO: HOW TO PRICE YOURSELF AND GET YOUR CLIENT TO PAY!

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[SteelRecordsProducer]

You’ll have 1M subscribers in no time. I’ve seen all the channels on here. You’re cream of the crop.

[jorgelozadamusic]

I've been the discount store audio engineer and yep, it sucks. If you charge so low, the project won't even be finished before you spend that money. And yes, people don't respect you that much because it was so cheap that they don't care to even finish the project cause it isn't a great loss for them 🙃. so yeah, great advice right there, I'll be following your advices and let's see what happens!

[ArmchairRamb]

Outstanding series. Everything has changed since I was kid in the 70s. Audio engineer jobs weren't exactly plentiful even then. But it's still there. The trick is to figure out that change and placing yourself within it. Thank you, sir.

[CityInTheDark]

I charge 50/hr with a minimum 3 hour block for a new client (if it’s a client I know works fast I’ll let them book single hours) and a flat rate fee for mixing and mastering. I also never quote a fee for the mix and master until I can see the multi track session. I found personally that by splitting the two up it makes it much easier, especially for clients who just want me to track but want to mix themselves or have another studio mix or vice versa.

[JarrodHeadleyOfficial]

This is exactly how I did it in my city. A few years back, I jumped from 250 per 6hr session to 400. (I hate hourly) It was amazing the quality of client upgrade that I got. Less picky, more professional, pays upfront, etc.. I was worried about turning other people down that couldn’t pay that. It was a revelation when I realized that to make the same amount I could work less. Now I’m super busy at my current rate and turning people down every day that I don’t have time for and I’m booked usually 2 months in advance. So anyone reading my comment, he’s correct in this video. It has worked for me.

[hildemora]

I just want to open my mastering studio, this info it's super valuable.

[boonfire]

This video is great! Even if you don’t agree with everything, it’s a great way to start thinking about these issues. Thanks!

[BarryJohns]

Great advice here. Not sure if you put the following information into a video yet or not, but certainly things that a person should consider:

* how much is a buildout going to be to prepare the space that you’re going to be using?
*Best to have a diversified area of ground you can cover. I.e. not only recording music, but also doing live sound, doing video shoots for bands, radio jingles, post production, there’s so many things that you can do to fill in gaps when you’re not booked at your studio.
* How long should a person expect before they can get to a point to where they’ve got a regularly booked studio.
*Miscellaneous cost associated with operating a studio. Heating/AC/Insurance/space rental, etc.
* cost of maintaining gear.
* setting money aside for future gear purchases.
There is so much to consider.

[riktascale]

Love it man! Yes l hate being ghosted myself😄

[nkanyisomartin]

You're awesome dude... Thanks for these🔥 much love from SA 🇿🇦

[LonskiBig]

....I'll leave the studios to others, but I want to USE one for my songs and have no idea how to go about it...so this video is hitting the mark...

[ELOGIC]

Happy New May this year be successful, prosperous, and full of health, happiness and

[jwgreen]

A friend who built and operated a commercial studio told me he won't release anything to anybody unless he's paid first. That included rough mixes for bands, record labels, publishing companies -- everybody. He requires payment at the end of a session; after all bands expect to be paid at the end of a gig, don't they? BTW, that studio is still operational, has Neve desks, a studio that can handle a 40+ seat orchestra, engineering staff and makes payroll and bills every time.

[jimthesalad]

These videos are great. I love the tough love you dish out. It did open my eyes a bit to the fact that I'm gonna struggle and yet it makes me even more excited for this journey. Keep it up!

[MichaelMaughanAudio]

Deposits and payment up front are huge. The only times I have not gotten the money for my work is extending terms to the artist or business. Once they have skin in the game they are usually more reliable.

[jazzylamel]

Right! Right. Thats correct. That's true. Yesss!! You're right. Everything you said is dead on the nail. I'm subscribing to you.

[nolanneal]

Dude! You look like a long lost brother! Cool video! Subscribed!

[bradmott]

Nice! I’m trying to get up and running as a mix engineer, not had any paying customers yet but always hopeful it will happen. Pricing is hard at the start and don’t wanna be too low but can’t warrant going too high whatever that is that people think I’m too expensive for someone who’s not ‘established’! Come across your videos and they are great man! Keep up the great, helpful content!

[bboymac]

Very very good advice!! Already shared it

[formidablefragment]

What a great series! Building a studio on the West Coast next spring / summer and revisiting thoughts and ideas. Thank you for these.