Frequently Asked Questions:

Recording:

Recording at Round Table Recording Company is more than a session — it’s a creative partnership. Whether you’re recording your first single or finishing a full project, these answers will help you prepare for a professional, inspiring studio experience.

  • You can book directly through our online booking platform, EngineEars.com by clicking the ‘Book Session’ buttons on our website. If you need assistance, feel free to contact our team and we’ll learn about your project, goals, and timeline so we can recommend the right studio, engineer, and session length.

  • Most artists book 1–3 weeks in advance to ensure they get the date, time, engineer, and studio they want. Larger projects or weekend sessions may require more notice.

  • Yes, 50% deposits are required to secure your session time. This ensures availability and protects your reserved studio slot.

  • Rates vary depending on studio and project scope. We offer hourly, block rate, and full-day rates.

    Hourly:

    • Studio A: $80/hour

    • Studio B: $75/hour

    • Studio C: $70/hour

    *These rates include an engineer.

    Block Rate (Sessions 5 hours or longer):

    • Studio A: $75/hour

    • Studio B: $70/hour

    • Studio C: $65/hour

    *These rates include an engineer.

  • Yes! We encourage artists to tour the facility, meet the team, and ensure the studio environment aligns with their vision before scheduling.

  • If applicable, bring your instrument, lyrics, session files, reference tracks, and any other creative materials. If you’re recording to a beat, bring the highest quality .WAV file available. We provide professional microphones, instruments, and production tools.

  • Preparation helps you get the most out of your time. The more confident and prepared you are, the more efficient and creative your session will be.

  • Not necessarily. Some artists arrive fully prepared, while others collaborate with our team during the creative process. We can help refine arrangements, production, and performance to get the best result.

  • Yes. Our engineers and producers can help with arrangement, vocal direction, and creative guidance.

  • This depends on the studio room booked. We recommend keeping the group focused and productive. Larger groups can be accommodated with advance notice. Studio A can accommodate up to 6 people, Studio B 4 people, and Studio C 3 people. These numbers reflect the number of people in the control room. 

  • Yes. All recording sessions include a professional engineer who will operate the equipment, manage technical aspects, and ensure the highest sound quality.

  • Yes — RTRC supports collaboration. All sessions include an engineer from our team to operate the studio and ensure proper use of our equipment and workflow. Your engineer is welcome to attend and collaborate creatively, provide direction, and participate in the session. Our in-house engineer remains responsible for operating RTRC equipment, managing session integrity, and ensuring professional studio standards are maintained.

  • Absolutely! We support collaboration and welcome your creative team.

  • Additional time can often be added if available. We recommend scheduling conservatively to avoid interruptions.

  • You’ll receive professionally recorded multitrack session files and/or rough mixes. If you need the track outs from your session, the raw recorded files will be provided with the session files. All plugins are removed from the session to avoid problems with incompatible plugins and to provide full creative flexibility to your final mixing engineer. We can also provide show tracks if you need them. Final mixing and mastering can be completed at RTRC or elsewhere.

  • Yes. We offer full mixing and mastering services so your music is ready for streaming, release, and licensing.

  • Yes. We can help prepare your music for distribution and connect you with next-step services.

  • Yes. We maintain secure backups, but we strongly recommend keeping your own copy as well. Please do not count on us as your only source for storing your music. Life happens so it's in your best interest to retain your own files.

Production:

Production is where your ideas become fully realized records. Our team works alongside you to shape your sound, develop your songs, and create music that reflects your artistic identity.

  • Music production is the process of creating and shaping your song — including melodies, instrumentation, arrangement, recording, and creative direction.

  • Yes. Whether you have lyrics, a voice memo, or just an idea, we can build your song from the ground up.

  • Yes. We can create original custom beats and also offer a beat catalog with ready-to-license instrumentals.

  • Yes. Collaboration is central to our process. We work closely with artists to ensure the final record reflects your creative vision.

  • Timelines vary depending on the scope of the project and revision needs. At RTRC, we follow a collaborative and structured production process designed to bring your vision to life with clarity and intention. From initial discovery and creative direction through production, recording, polishing, mixing, and mastering, each phase is approached with purpose and organization. Our production packages outline different levels of support, allowing you to choose the path that best aligns with your creative goals.

  • We offer 4 different production packages to fit your timeline and budget:

    • Traditional

    • Gold

    • Diamond

    • Platinum

    View our music production page for more info on what each package includes and pricing details.

  • Yes. We offer complete production, recording, mixing, and mastering services under one roof.

  • You, the artist, retain ownership of your master recording(s). At RTRC, we also use split sheets and producer agreements to clearly recognize the creative contributions of everyone involved in the process. These agreements ensure that producers, writers, and collaborators receive proper credit for their work while protecting your ownership. This approach reflects our commitment to transparency, fairness, and honoring the collaborative effort behind every record. 

licensing:

RTRC supports music licensing opportunities for artists, filmmakers, agencies, and media creators.

  • Music licensing grants permission for music to be used in films, television, advertising, video games, and other forms of digital media.

  • Yes. We help artists prepare music for licensing opportunities and connect with industry partners.

  • Yes. We create custom music tailored to your project’s creative direction.

  • Ownership and rights can vary depending on the specific opportunity and licensing agreement involved. In the music licensing world, there are many types of relationships — including placements with music supervisors, production houses, co-publishers, and media partners — and each structure offers its own advantages depending on your goals.

    At RTRC, our priority is to work alongside you to identify the most beneficial path for your music. We help you understand your options and pursue licensing opportunities that align with your creative vision, long-term ownership goals, and career growth. Our role is to support both the creative and business sides of your music, ensuring your work is positioned professionally while respecting your contributions as an artist.

Recording Arts Program:

Our Recording Arts Program prepares students for a career in audio engineering with real-world studio skills.

  • No. Beginners and experienced students are welcome.

  • Yes. Students work directly in our professional studios.

  • You will learn recording, mixing, mastering, vocal tuning, microphones, studio workflow, ProTools, and engineering fundamentals.

  • Yes. The program builds professional skills and real-world experience.

  • Yes. We currently have students from ages 16 to 70+.

  • The Recording Arts Program is a 6-month course.

  • Our education programs meet once a week for 3 hours at a time. Morning and evening spots are available.

  • We usually take 4-5 students per class. We value a small group environment to ensure you get hands-on experience during class time and one-on-one feedback and attention from our instructors.

  • Our education programs are taught by our team of in-house engineers and producers.

  • We require that students have a Macbook and are willing to purchase Pro Tools Studio at orientation.

  • Tuition is $5,000 with $1,000 of that due as a deposit when registering. Payment plans available if requested.

  • Yes. We encourage all interested students to book a tour with us to see the studio and ask any questions before registering.

  • Contact us for registration information.

Music Production 101 PrograM:

Our Music Production 101 Program teaches students the fundamentals of music production in a real-world studio.

  • No. Beginners and experienced students are welcome.

  • Yes. Students work directly in professional studios.

  • MPP 101 covers the foundational elements music production, Logic Pro X, making beats, track-building, and writing in a DAW.

  • Yes. The program builds professional skills and real-world experience.

  • Yes. We currently have students from ages 16 to 70+.

  • MPP 101 is a 3-month beginner music production program.

  • Our education programs meet once a week for 3 hours at a time. Morning and evening spots are available.

  • We usually take 4-5 students per class. We value a small group environment to ensure you get hands-on experience during class time and one-on-one feedback and attention from our instructors.

  • Our education programs are taught by our team of in-house engineers and producers.

  • We require that students have a Macbook and have or are willing to purchase Logic Pro X at orientation.

  • Tuition is $3,000 with $500 of that due as a deposit when registering.

  • Yes. We encourage all interested students to book a tour with us to see the studio and ask any questions before registering.

  • Contact us for registration information.