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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you've ever wanted to know about us

Evermore Sound FAQ

General Studio Questions

What should I bring to my recording session?

Bands should bring all instruments, pedals, drumsticks, cables, and any gear specific to their sound. We also recommend bringing reference tracks and anything that helps you stay prepared and organized during the session.

How early should I arrive before my session starts?
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Please arrive 5–10 minutes early to ensure we start on time. Late arrivals may reduce your session time.

Can I bring guests to my session?
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Typically clients can bring a maximum of TWO guests per artist.

If you wish to bring more guests, please call us in advance.

Do you provide an engineer with every booking?
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Yes, every session includes a professional engineer to handle setup and recording so you can focus on performing.

Can beginners record at your studio?
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Yes, we work with artists of all experience levels and guide beginners through the process.

What’s the difference between recording, mixing, and mastering?
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Recording captures your performance, mixing balances and enhances the track, and mastering is the final polish for streaming-ready quality. For a more detailed explanation, check out our blog post here where we break down each step of the process.

Do you offer same-day mixes?
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Same-day mixes may be available depending on schedule and project complexity. Contact us to check availability.

Do you record live bands?
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Yes, we are fully equipped to record live bands, including full drum kits and multiple instruments.

Do you offer studio time packages?
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Yes, we offer discounted packages for multiple sessions or larger projects.

How do I book a session at Evermore Sound?
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Fill out the booking form on our website or call us directly to schedule your session. Click here to request a booking.

What is your cancellation policy?
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Cancellations or rescheduling must be made at least 48 hours in advance to avoid fees.
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Do you require a deposit?
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Yes, a 50% deposit is required to secure your booking, with the remaining balance due at the beginning of your session.

What style of music do you do?
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We work with any style of music.

How long have you been in business?
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Evermore Sounds has been open since March 2012.

The owner, Luke Beaulac, previously owned a recording studio in Canada which had been in operation for over 10 years.

Do you use ProTools software?
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Yes, we have ProTools & Cubase.

What kind of microphones do you have?
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We have a large selection of high-quality microphones.

We use nothing but the best brands such as:

Neumann, Royer, Sennheiser, AKG, Earthworks, Beyer, etc

View equipment list
What resolution do you work with?
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We work at 32 bit 44.1kHz, but we can work at most resolutions, even up to 192kHz.

Recording

How long does a recording session take?
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Session length depends on the project, but most songs take 2- hours to record. Larger projects or live recordings may require additional time.

Can I record voice overs at your studio?
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Yes, we provide professional voice over recording in a treated studio environment for clear, broadcast-quality audio.

We also offer remote connection with Source-Connect and Zoom.

Do you record audiobooks?
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Yes, we record audiobooks with high-quality microphones and professional editing to meet industry standards.

Can you record and mix live concerts?
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Yes, we can mix live concerts but we do offer onsite recording.

Could you explain a rap session?
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Here’s how a rap session goes:

We create the session in Protools and setup the mic levels and compression (usually 15 minutes)

Start recording (usually 1 hour per song, if you include ad-libs, doubling, accents, etc)

Mixing and mastering is done on our time, after the session.

How do you record guitars?
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We’ve got a great setup for recording guitars.

The heads are in the control room, so the guitar player listens through the large monitors.

This gives us the advantage of tweaking the heads from the control room.

The cabinets are in the studio.

We have a custom guitar patch bay which allows us to patch any head to any cabinet.

Do you use drum replacement plugins?
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Yes, we do but we DO NOT replace our drum recordings!

We use drum samples ONLY for layering, not for replacing.

How long does it take to record a song?
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It depends on many factors such as style of music and quality of musicians.

And most importantly BUDGET.

And also depends on the quality of recording desired. Is this for a demo or album quality?

Talk to us about your project and we’ll give you a quote.

Do you do pre-production?
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Yes!

Actually, we encourage all artists to do a pre-production session with us.

This not only saves precious studio time but it helps musicians prepare for the session.

How do you mic the drums?
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We usually mic everything.

Every drum is miked. Kick, snare have 2 mics.

If time permits, we’ll do top & bottom on toms as well.

We also mic overhead and distant rooms.

Usually 16 inputs for drums.

This gives us a lot of options at mix time.

Mixing & Mastering

What is included in your mixing service?
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Our mixing service includes level balancing, EQ, compression, effects processing, and overall enhancement to achieve a polished, professional sound.

Do you offer online mixing and mastering?
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Yes, we offer online mixing and mastering for artists locally and worldwide. Simply send us your files and project details to get started.

How long does mixing take?
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Mixing turnaround time depends on the project, but most mixes are completed within a few business days.

Can I send you stems recorded at home?
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Yes, you can send us properly exported stems from your home recordings, and we’ll professionally mix and master them.

How many revisions are included?
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A set number of revisions is included to ensure you’re satisfied with the final mix. Additional revisions can be arranged if needed.

Do you provide instrumental and acapella versions?
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Yes, we can provide instrumental and acapella versions upon request.

Do you mix with outboard gear?
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Yes, we mix with our Amek Mozart Rupert Neve console utilizing vintage gear such as:

Universal Audio LA2A, 1176 compressor, Abbey Road RS-124 compressor, Crane Song HEDD and so on. We also mix (ITB) in the box using many plugins such as:

UAD2, Waves, EMI, Powercore, etc.

What are the fees for mixing?
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It depends on the songs & the number of tracks. Call us for more info.

Local

Where is your recording studio located in Orlando?
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Evermore Sound is located at 1633 Acme Street, Orlando, Florida 32805.

Are you near downtown Orlando?
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Yes, our recording studio is conveniently located just minutes from downtown Orlando.

Do you serve artists outside of Orlando?
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Yes, we work with artists from across Florida and beyond who are looking for a professional recording studio in Orlando.

Is parking available at your Orlando studio?
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Yes, free parking is available at our Orlando studio for your convenience.

What areas near Orlando do you serve?
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We serve artists from Winter Park, Kissimmee, Lake Mary, Altamonte Springs, and surrounding Central Florida areas.

Do you offer remote mixing for artists outside Orlando?
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Yes, we offer remote mixing and mastering services for artists anywhere in the U.S. or internationally.

Are you open on weekends in Orlando?
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Weekend sessions are available upon request. Please contact us in advance to check availability.

Tape Re-Amping

What is tape re-amping?
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Tape re-amping is the process of running your recorded tracks back through analog tape to add natural warmth, depth, and character.

Why should I use tape re-amping?
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Tape re-amping adds subtle saturation and harmonic richness that digital recordings often lack, giving your track a more professional and organic feel.

Can you re-amp vocals or just instruments?
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We can re-amp vocals, drums, guitars, and other instruments to enhance tone and texture.

Do you offer analog warmth processing?
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Yes, we offer analog processing using high-quality outboard gear to add warmth, punch, and depth to your mix.

How does tape re-amping improve my mix?
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Tape re-amping smooths harsh frequencies, enhances low-end depth, and adds musical saturation that helps your mix sound fuller and more cohesive.

Do you do pre-production? Do you mix with outboard gear? Do you use drum replacement plugins? Do you use Protools software? How do you mic the drums? How do you record guitars? How long does it take to record a song? How long have you been in business? What are the fees for mixing? What kind of microphones do you have? What resolution do you work with? What style of music do you do?