Vocal recording sessions

Who books vocal time

Solo artists finishing a single, rappers planning an EP, songwriters who need a crisp demo for a publisher, bands adding leads after a band session, and spoken-word or narrative voices for music projects — the booth is set up for one performer at a time with detail in mind.

We work with artists across Amsterdam and beyond; Tram 10 stops at Czaar Peterstraat; it is about a three-minute walk to number 213. From Oostplein metro (lines 51, 53 and 54) allow roughly ten minutes on foot along Czaar Peterstraat. gets you to Czaar Peterstraat 213. Hours: Tuesday–Friday 10:00–20:00, Saturday 11:00–18:00. Closed Monday and Sunday.. Bookings for anyone under 16 need a parent or guardian aligned in advance, per our terms and conditions.

Booth and signal path

The building has 3 iso booths; vocal work uses the cabin tuned for singing and speech. Treatment is controlled without feeling airless, and a window keeps eye contact with the engineer.

We often compare two mic paths on the same line: condenser for air and detail, dynamic for loud vocals or close rap. Distance, height and pop-filter angle — together with preamp gain — set proximity and sibilance so later fixes stay modest.

Session flow

On arrival we verify files and lyrics, set tempo and song map in the DAW, and build a headphone mix you can tweak: more or less instrumental, a touch of reverb, or dry if you prefer to hear pitch clearly. Many singers drop one earcup to hear themselves in the room; tell us and we keep bleed low.

We capture full passes where it makes sense, then punch tricky words, high notes or timing. Doubles and ad-libs land on clearly named tracks. Breaks are part of the plan — a tired voice costs more time than a short rest.

Files to send or bring

When you can, send instrumentals as 24-bit WAV without a guide vocal, plus lyrics and reference tracks whose vocal tone you like. Note BPM and key if you know them. Your own headphones are fine if you rely on them.

Unsure about stems or formats? Read exchanging stems for a mix — the same habits help when prepping backing tracks. We usually reply within 2 business days at [email protected].

Delivery formats

By default you receive consolidated vocal WAVs aligned from bar one, 24-bit / 48 kHz unless you agree another sample rate. We can also export individual takes or a working session for your DAW.

Comping happens in session or right after, depending on time booked. Light breath or click reduction is available on request; heavy tuning or stylised effects are scoped separately so a natural take remains. Projects are kept 24 months on our systems (48 TB archive capacity); see privacy policy for retention and your rights.

Rates and VAT

Consumer prices on this page include 21% VAT. Business invoicing is available with 14-day payment terms where agreed.

Net amounts for your accounts: €78.51 per hour and €280.99 for the half day. We ask a 30% deposit when booking; free cancellation up to 5 days before the session. Full rules sit in terms and conditions.

Not included

Mixing, mastering, production work outside booked time, arranging instruments you do not bring, and travel are outside Vocal recording. We provide engineering and guidance — you bring the performance.

Want a full mix after tracking? See mixing per track or EP bundle. For expectations and budget, use our mixing budget guide.

People and next steps

Lars van den Berg leads the studio; vocal sessions are supported by engineers such as Sophie Meijer (recording and mix). You do not need to pick a name — scheduling matches availability within Tue–Fri 10–20, Sat 11–18.

After a good session you can book a mix slot or take files elsewhere. Broader questions on sound, rights or studio etiquette: FAQ and guides hub.

Included

• Engineer for all booked time
• Isolation booth and microphone selection
• Personal headphone mix
• Pre-session prep with your files
• Take marking and sensible track naming
• WAV export of vocal tracks (24-bit / 48 kHz default)
• Project backup for 24 months