What we mean by stems
Stems are related tracks per song — e.g. drum bus, bass, rhythm guitars, lead vocal — exported as separate WAV files with a shared start point. Alternatively you can deliver a full multitrack session (project plus audio); agree that upfront.
Our mixing service is €295 per track, €92 per hour or €980 for an EP up to five songs — prices include 20 % VAT. 2 revision rounds are included; clean stems shorten round one.
If you are unsure whether your DAW exports are sample-aligned, send a tiny test folder with two tracks — we will confirm before the full mix starts.
Technical baseline
Export 24-bit WAV, sample-aligned to song start (sample 0 = start for all tracks). Sample rate at least 44.1 kHz; if you recorded with us at up to 96 kHz, keep the same rate — avoid unnecessary conversion.
Avoid clipped tracks: aim for roughly −6 to −12 dBFS peak on individual sources rather than a slammed bus. Light tracking compression is fine; heavy limiting on the mix bus before export makes later mastering harder (master delivery formats).
Naming and folders
One song = one folder. Use ASCII names such as Artist_Song_DrumBus.wav — no characters that break cloud sync. Label the role, not only Track01.wav.
01_Drums,02_Bass,03_RhythmGtr,04_LeadVox…- Mark optional
InstrumentalorFXstems clearly README.txtwith tempo, key, reference links
Send via secure download or agreed physical media. Test large ZIP files before shipping — corrupt archives waste a day.
What the mix engineer needs to know
References: one or two tracks whose balance or punch you aim for — as guidance, not a promise to match them. Note known issues (hum on bass, harsh vocal sibilance). If vocals were tracked separately, label takes or comp versions.
For material from other studios, mention mics or plugins only when it matters. For vocals & voice-over from our booth, session metadata may already exist — contact us if you want to use our raw archive (kept 12 months).
Common mistakes
Typical slowdowns: mismatched start points, uncommitted FX causing hidden latency, stereo exports of mono sources for no reason, MP3 as the only source. Duplicate filenames across folders also confuse imports.
Do not send a crushed phone memo as the mix reference — it says nothing about your multitrack. Do not include uncleared sample sources; usage is for you and your advisors to sort, not studio legal advice.
After handover
Once material checks out, we start the first mix in the control room (22 m²). You receive a listening version; bundle feedback per revision round so the 2 rounds stay efficient. We usually reply within 1 business day.
Final mixes ship as WAV; streaming release often goes through mastering. Business clients can request 14-day payment terms — see terms and conditions.
Rough budget guide
| Package | Use when | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Per track | Standard song, clean stems | €295 |
| Hourly | Complex sessions, many stems | €92 |
| EP | Up to 5 related titles | €980 |
Net quotes for businesses on request; VAT 20 %. Live prep: rehearse before studio.
In short
- 24-bit WAV, shared start, sensible names
- Leave headroom, no MP3-only pipeline
- README with tempo, key, references
- Bundle feedback per round
- Questions before upload: [email protected] or FAQ
File transfer privacy: privacy policy. Guide updated: 15 October 2026.
