About The Studio:

MVR uses Pro Tools LE but is capable of running sessions from anywhere as long as you discuss formatting the session files. MVR exclusively uses Audix Microphones, Tsunami Cables, and Spaun Drums live and in the studio. We are also blessed with a fantastic array of plug-ins, high quality listening environment, and experienced engineers. Whatever your needs: be it mixing/mastering in Stereo, 5.1 Surround, for TV or Film, or simply just to get a song "radio ready," we have the tools to make it happen.

Studio Rates

Tracking & Mixing: $50/hr

Mastering: $100/song or $50/hr (whatever is more)

Please keep in mind these rates are for mobile recording, "at-home" facilities or recording at the MVR Studio in Northpark. Rates DO NOT include room rentals (i.e. if your project requires a larger facility we have the means to do sessions at StudioWest, Spotless Digital, & Hindsight Studios for additional $).

In the recording environment, MVR offers Professional Production, Tracking, Mixing, & Mastering as well as a wide variety of options for Artist Performances. To discuss your specific needs with a qualified professional and/or receive an estimate for your project, please send us a message or shoot an email to booking@theplasticrevolution.com

Discounts are available for Independent Bands & Audiobook Recording.

Once you book your session, please read the Recording Preparation Blog so you and your band are ready to get the absolute best out of your recording experience.

In the recording environment, MVR offers Professional Production, Tracking, Mixing, & Mastering as well as a wide variety of options for Artist Performances. To discuss your specific needs with a qualified professional and/or receive an estimate for your project, please send us a message or shoot an email to booking@theplasticrevolution.com

MVR uses Audix Microphones, Tsunami Cables, Spaun Drums, & Saints Row Custom Cases live and in the studio.  For more info about recording rates or label activities, mannequinvavnityrecords.com

June 6, 2010 - Sunday 
Alrighty, I've gotten enough messages on this subject to merit a blog posting so here we go.

If you are a musician, writer, singer etc. and you are preparing for your recording session, here are a feel tips some have found helpful.  Bear in mind that if you recording with MVR and in my domain, these not tips but RULES that must be adhered to in the strictest manner possible.  That means this shit is not optional so do it!

1) Intonate all guitars you will be playing and have new strings broken in (meaning you have stretched them out and played them for more than an hour).

2) Bring new picks, strings, cables & sticks and a tuner!

3) Singers drink tea, lemon, & honey (and bring some in a non-spilling device).  Also bring bottled water at room temperature.

4) If you want to use a click, set all your tempos for every song you plan to record TO A CLICK weeks before your sessions.  Practice to a click (the whole band but especially the drummer) as many times as possible.  Bring a sheet of paper with the click tempos written on it.  DO NOT LEAVE THIS FOR YOUR SESSIONS!  If you are unsure of the pro's and con's of using a click, talk with your engineer.

5) Go to the bathroom to fart, burp, or do any other bodily function.  The control room is not the place to share any of these wonderful things.  By the same token, take your food and cigarettes outside and indulge yourself with whatever hot mess you brought away from the expensive equipment.  I DON'T CARE IF THE ENGINEER EATS BY THE CONSOLE, OR WORKS THE COMPUTER WHILE HE/SHE CHOWS DOWN ON SOME SUSHI WITH THE SAUCE RUNNING OFF THE PRE'S, IT IS HIS JOB TO FIX IT IF IT BREAKS, NOT YOURS. 

6) Tell your engineer how many toms the drummer has beforehand.

7) Say "Please" & "Thank You."  Our engineers reserve the right to refuse service to anyone, so if you are a total tool you may find yourself without a kickass recording and losing your deposit.

8) Drugs & Alcohol are for partying, not for recording.  Leave your partyfavors at home or in the car and get as blitzed as you want after your session...

9) Your engineer is not your "mama" or "dada" so don't put them in the position to have to tell you these guidelines.  If you can't read and/or can't understand this list, you probably should wait a few years to do a professional recording.


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