Frequency Studios is a professional recording studio offering recording, mixing and mastering, music production, vocal production and artist development, in the studio or remotely. We've been helping independent artists, bands, singer songwriters and businesses make release ready audio since 2008.

You bring the songs. We bring the room, the gear, the experience and an honest second set of ears, so you can focus on being the artist.

RECORDING

Vocals, guitars, bass, keys, full bands and everything in between, recorded in acoustically treated spaces through high end analog preamps and outboard gear. We take the time to get the sound right at the source, because a great recording makes every step after it easier. Want that classic analog character? We can also print your mixes to tape.

See the studio equipment we record with.

MIXING AND MASTERING

Mixing is where your song comes together: balance, depth, punch and clarity, so it translates on earbuds, car speakers and club systems alike. Mastering is the final polish that gets your release loud, consistent and ready for streaming, radio and vinyl.

• Mixing
• Mastering
• Analog mixing and mastering through real outboard gear
• Online mixing and mastering for songs recorded anywhere
• Stem mixing and mastering

Recorded at home? We'll tell you exactly how to export and send your files. See Home Recording or Studio? What to Record Where.

MUSIC PRODUCTION

From a voice memo to a finished record. We help build the arrangement, choose the sounds, play or program the parts and guide the whole project from demo to release, using real instruments and modern production. We also create custom beats and instrumentals, made remotely and sent straight to you. We work across indie rock, singer songwriter, country, hip hop and more.

Learn more about our music production services.

VOCAL PRODUCTION

Your vocal is the most important part of the song. We coach you through the performance, record multiple takes and build the final vocal from the best of them, then edit and tune it so it sounds natural and polished.

• Vocal recording and coaching in the session
• Vocal comping
• Vocal editing and tuning
• Harmonies and background vocals

SONGWRITING, ARRANGEMENT AND SESSION MUSICIANS

Stuck on a chorus, a bridge or a structure that isn't working? We help shape your songs, tighten the arrangement and bring in session musicians when a part needs a specialist.

ARTIST DEVELOPMENT

Ongoing one on one coaching for artists who want to grow: vocals, songwriting, arrangement, production, branding and creative direction, in Calgary or online.

"Confidence has always been a big issue for me. Dave is really helping me work through it without ever shining a spotlight on it. I'm getting more confident every session. He makes me feel comfortable expressing myself creatively, and for someone with nerves like me, that's a big deal."
— Belinda Acosta, Artist Development client

Explore the Artist Development program.

LESSONS AND COACHING

• Vocal coaching: real technique explained in plain language
• Guitar lessons, including playing ergonomics, posture and body mechanics
• Instrument lessons: piano, bass, drums and more
• Music production lessons using your own songs and sessions
• Mixing and mastering lessons

VOICE OVER, ADR AND PODCAST PRODUCTION

Voice over for ads, corporate and training videos, ADR for film and TV, audiobooks and podcast recording, editing and mixing. Remote sessions available with Source-Connect, so directors and producers can join from anywhere.

See our voice over, ADR and podcast services.

POST PRODUCTION, SOUND DESIGN AND AUDIO RESTORATION

• Audio editing and mixing for film, video and podcasts
• Sound design and Foley
• Commercial audio: radio ads, jingles and sonic logos
• Audio restoration and recovery for damaged or noisy recordings
• Format transfers: cassette, reel to reel, DAT, vinyl, VHS and CD

MUSIC MARKETING

Great music still needs to be heard. We run release campaigns with playlist pitching, press releases and press features, plus EPKs, branding, artist websites and SEO. Our campaign for Siren Shoreline by Delphi Lights landed 70 playlist adds in its first 10 days.

See how it works on our music marketing services page.

WHY FREQUENCY STUDIOS

Since 2008 we've recorded, produced and mixed music, voice and post production audio for independent artists, production companies, publishers and businesses. You get an experienced engineer, real analog gear and honest feedback on every project. Hear the results on our studio projects page.

READY TO START YOUR PROJECT?

Not sure what you need? Book a consultation and we'll map out a plan. Already know? Book a session. You can also see our current studio rates.

Questions first? Send us a message.