What you pay for
Live band recording covers the 42 m² live room, mics from our pool of 26, routing to the 32-input desk and an engineer handling gain, phase and monitor mixes. That is included in €125 per hour incl. 21% VAT, engineer included.
A full eight-hour day is €920. It is not an open-ended «try everything» ticket: we agree targets — for example three live basics plus iso vocals on one song. Session flow is described on live band recording.
How much time you actually need
Less experienced groups underestimate setup: kit placement, DI checks and a first monitor mix can eat an hour. Tight arrangements and tuned gear move faster.
Plan conservatively: one song live with two or three usable takes and a short vocal iso can fill half a day when arrangements are lean. Five songs in one day only works with compact writing, few retakes and no long re-amp detours. Send a demo via contact; we reply within 2 working days with a suggested scope.
Sample maths (indicative)
| Line | Scenario A | Scenario B |
|---|---|---|
| Band studio time | 1 day × €920 | 6 hours × €125 |
| Booking deposit | 30% of quote | 30% of quote |
| Mix later (optional) | 4 tracks offline × €185 | EP package €720 |
| Master (optional) | 4 × €72 | Discuss separately |
Scenario A suits a band capturing four live songs then mixing offline. Scenario B is a shorter session for one single plus overdubs. Your project may differ — use this as a framework, not a fixed quote.
Costs outside the hourly rate
Rented strings, extra backline or third-party specialist mics are not in our standard price. On-site parking is limited to 2 spots; budget street parking or public transport in Amsterdam. We do not cater meals; coffee and water are available.
Mix, master, revisions beyond the 2 rounds included in those packages, and archive storage after 24 months follow the service pages. Business clients: 14-day payment terms where applicable — see terms and conditions.
Preparation that saves money
Tune instruments and change worn strings or heads before the session. Bring a set list with tempos and keys; mark stops and breaks. Rehearse to click if you want one in the room — otherwise tempo debates eat time.
Schedule vocals in the iso booth right after a strong band take, not when everyone is exhausted. For handing files to mix later, read file formats for mixing. Vocalists: vocal warm-up reduces lost time to hoarseness.
Cancellation and moves
Free rescheduling may be possible until 7 days before the session under our terms; after that the deposit may be forfeited or the day re-invoiced. That protects both the studio and bands waiting for Oud-West slots.
Tell us early via contact or 020 789 0416 if illness or a tour clash appears. We look for a new date within a reasonable window; peak summer weeks in the Netherlands fill quickly.
Summary
- Band rate €125 per hour or €920 per day, engineer included.
- Include setup and monitor time; four songs in one day needs tight prep.
- Mix, master and extras are separate; the table is a starting point, not a fixed price.
- Deposit 30%; cancel or move within 7 days where allowed.
- Demo and questions via contact — we help you scope realistically.
Vocals only after a home recording? vocal recording may fit better than a full band day.
