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Location:
1007 W. 19th Street, Chicago, IL 60608. (Appointment Only)Phone Number:
Rates:
-Recording is $40 per hour (Please Read Studio Usage Minimums).
-Mixing with Mastering starts at $150.00 per song. Please call for estimate.Studio Usage Minimums:
-Monday to Friday: If you are solely focused on recording and do not require mixing with mastering, the minimum booking duration for your recording session is three hours.-Monday to Friday: If you are purchasing mixing with mastering at the end of your recording session, the minimum recording session is one hour.
-Saturday: Always a minimum three hour recording session, regardless of purchases of mixing with mastering.
Deposits & Booking:
-Monday to Friday: $40 non-refundable deposit is required to secure/book time, covering the first hour of your session.
-Saturdays: $120 non-refundable deposit is required to secure/book time, covering the first three hours of your session.
-Deposits must be paid within 15 minutes of scheduling to secure your session. No exceptions.
-Failure to show results in deposit loss. No exceptions.
Timing and Payments:
-Sessions start at the confirmed arrival time. No exceptions.
-Please arrive no more than 5 minutes early. If unable to accommodate, you'll need to wait outside.
-If purchasing, mixing with mastering is paid in full before it is started.
-Final master will be delivered in 5-10 business days.
-One free revision session is included after receiving the final master.
-Additional revisions are billed hourly and must be done at the studio.
-Payment methods: Cash, Paypal, Venmo, Cash App, and all major credit cards except Amex.
Raw Files and Storage:
-Request raw files during the session or have to book time separately.
-All files are deleted 3 months after your last session from our cloud/hard drive. Please download your files immediately.
Project Association and Quotes:
-If not using our mixing/mastering services, please do not associate your project with the studio.
-Quotes for larger projects are valid for 30 days.
Requirements and Restrictions:
-Only one producer is allowed in a session. No guests are permitted.
-No drug use or alcohol on the premises. Violations result in removal and deposit loss.
-Professional conduct is expected; abusive behavior will lead to removal and deposit loss.
-We do not work with anyone under the age of 21.
-24/7 security cameras are present outside and inside the building.
Violation of policies results in removal and loss of payment for studio time.
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My name is Ian Fell, and I am the head audio engineer and owner of Untold Stories Recordings. I’m thrilled to celebrate five incredible years in business on September 23rd, 2024, providing a space where Chicago’s most creative and driven musicians can bring their art to life. If your world revolves around creating music, I know we’re the perfect match!
I built Untold Stories Recordings with one clear mission: to provide a home for professional musicians, independent artists, and newcomers whose dedication to music fuels their passion. My Chicago sound studio offers professional audio engineering services, specifically designed for artists who are serious about their craft and sound.
Whether you’re seeking studio time in Chicago to record your next album or just starting with a single as a Chicago independent musician, this is the place where you can truly refine your skills. Over the past five years, I’ve had the privilege of working with over 1,000 artists, delivering professional music production and completing tens of thousands of sessions.
It’s been amazing to watch this Chicago recording facility become the destination for musicians who are committed to their art above all else.
Explore everything I offer, from music recording services to mixing and mastering, album production, and more, right here in the heart of Chicago’s music scene.
With these incredible five years behind us and many more ahead, I’m excited to continue meeting new artists and working with my regulars. If you’re searching for a top recording studio in Chicago, where your passion for music is understood and appreciated, Untold Stories Recordings is here for you. Let’s keep creating together!