One Microphone.
One Camera.
Incredible Performances.
A throwback video series where videos are recorded in a single take using only one microphone, just like the earliest days of recording. No edits, no overdubs, no studio magic.
We let the performance speak for itself.
THE RECORDING
Recording will take place in one of two types of events:
Short & Sweet
A small gathering where the artists will serve as each others' audience, creating a comfortable, supportive and inspiring environment. Each artist will have up to 30 minutes to set up and record their video. If it takes a few passes of the song to get "the take", that's no problem! If you nail it early on, you can move on to another song or give the remainder of your time to the next artist. Our focus is to ensure each artist is able to give the best performance they possibly can.
Deep Dive
Each band, artist or group will have an hour to themselves. We can take our time to fine-tune the sound of the group and placement of the microphone. Our videographer can learn the song and get the perfect shots to capture the right players in the most critical moments of the song.
**Minimum of 2 videos required for the Deep Dive**
Spots are limited, so apply now!
NEXT RECORDING
Saturday, June 15 2024
LOCATION
The Sound Castle
Viscount, SK
COST
First Video: $350 + GST
One Microphone.
One Camera.
Incredible Performances.
A throwback video series where videos are recorded in a single take using only one microphone, just like the earliest days of recording. No edits, no overdubs, no studio magic.
We let the performance speak for itself.
THE RECORDING
Recording will take place in one of two types of events:
Short & Sweet
A small gathering where the artists will serve as each others' audience, creating a comfortable, supportive and inspiring environment. Each artist will have up to 30 minutes to set up and record their video. If it takes a few passes of the song to get "the take", that's no problem! If you nail it early on, you can move on to another song or give the remainder of your time to the next artist. Our focus is to ensure each artist is able to give the best performance they possibly can.
Deep Dive
Each band, artist or group will have an hour to themselves. We can take our time to fine-tune the sound of the group and placement of the microphone. Our videographer can learn the song and get the perfect shots to capture the right players in the most critical moments of the song.
**Minimum of 2 videos required for the Deep Dive**
Spots are limited, so apply now!
NEXT RECORDING
Saturday, June 15 2024
LOCATION
The Sound Castle
Viscount, SK
COST
First Video: $350 + GST
Additional Videos: $250 + GST
THE MICROPHONE
AEA R88mk2 Stereo Ribbon Microphone
The R88 ribbon mic captures sound as your ears hear it, with an honest and open tonality. The R88 effortlessly records complex sources like drums, strings, piano, and other instruments that produce intricate transients, harsher highs, and bellowing lows.
It can capture everything from a quiet, intimate and articulate acoustic performance to a full band. A duo or group is balanced using their placement around the microphone. Instruments and voices in close proximity will be louder and more present than those farther away. Additionally, sources to the left or right of the microphone will be represented similarly in the sound field.
Hear It For Yourself
Sister Grace Performs "High"
Brodie Moniker performs a live version of his unreleased song "Phantom Ringing"
Details:
COST:
Each artist can do as many songs as they like in their time slot.
The first video is $350 + GST. Each additional video using the same or similar setup is $250 + GST.
Full band setups and groups with 4 or more members are required to purchase a minimum of 2 videos.
DELIVERABLES:
Complete video with mixed audio
Stereo audio file
Up to three photos
Each video will be showcased on our YouTube page
*To give everyone the same opportunity, raw video and audio will not be available*
Details
COST:
Each artist can do as many songs as they like in their time slot.
The first video is $350 + GST. Each additional video using the same or similar setup is $250 + GST.
Full band setups and groups with 4 or more members are required to purchase a minimum of 2 videos.
DELIVERABLES:
Complete video with mixed audio
Stereo mixed audio file
Up to three photos
Each video will be showcased on our YouTube page
*To give everyone the same opportunity, raw video and audio will not be available*
FAQ
What does it cost?
The first video costs $350 + GST. Each additional video from the same event/setup is $250 + GST
What do I get?
You get your final video, mixed audio and up to 3 photos.
What is the event format?
We have two types of events:
Short & Sweet: Each artist will have 30 minutes to set up and record their video. The artists will act as each others’ audience.
Deep Dive: Each artist or group has 1 hour to set up and record, with no audience. Because of the added time, each artist is required to purchase a minimum of 2 videos.
Who will be there during the recording?
In the Short & Sweet event, the artists will act as each others’ audience. All participating artists and the Sask One Mic staff (3-4 of us) will be there for the event. There will be an intermission where artists can arrive or leave as they need.
For the Deep Dive, it is only the artist/group and the SOM staff for the hour.
Why do larger groups have to purchase more than one video?
Because of the longer setup time for a band, it makes much better use of everyone’s time if we can record multiple videos once everyone is ready to play.
How quick is the turnaround time?
We aim to have the audio mixed and videos completed no later than two weeks after the recording.
When and where will the video be released?
All videos will be released on our YouTube page, with a separate playlist for each event. We’ll release a new one each week after the event.
Who owns the video/audio?
You do!
While we will post every video to our YouTube page as a central hub where someone can find every single SOM video, the video and audio are all yours and you are free to post it anywhere you choose, including sharing to streaming services.
Will there always be tickets available for friends and family to come watch?
Occasionally. Because the Sound Castle is a larger venue with a greater capacity, we were able to do that there. Our regular space has a much lower capacity which doesn’t allow for many spectators after the artists and SOM staff are in the room.
FAQ
What does it cost?
The first video costs $350 + GST.
Each additional video from the same event with the same or similar setup is $250 + GST
What do I get?
You get your final video, mixed audio and up to 3 photos.
What is the event format?
We have two types of events:
Short & Sweet: Each artist will have 30 minutes to set up and record their video. The artists will act as each others’ audience.
Deep Dive: Each artist or group has 1 hour to set up and record, with no audience. Because of the added time, each artist is required to purchase a minimum of 2 videos.
Who will be there during the recording?
In the Short & Sweet event, the artists will act as each others’ audience. All participating artists and the Sask One Mic staff (3-4 of us) will be there for the event. There will be an intermission where artists can arrive or leave as they need.
For the Deep Dive, it is only the artist/group and the SOM staff for the hour.
Why do larger groups have to purchase more than one video?
Because of the longer setup time for a band, it makes much better use of everyone’s time if we can record multiple videos once everyone is ready to play.
How quick is the turnaround time?
We aim to have the audio mixed and videos completed no later than two weeks after the recording.
When and where will the video be released?
All videos will be released on our YouTube page, with a separate playlist for each event. We’ll release a new one each week after the event.
Who owns the video/audio?
You do! While we will post every video to our YouTube page as a central hub where someone can find every single SOM video; you’re free to post it anywhere you choose, as well as share it to streaming services.
Will there always be tickets available for friends and family to come watch?
Occasionally. Because the Sound Castle is a larger venue with a greater capacity, we were able to do that there. Our regular space has a much lower capacity which doesn’t allow for many spectators after the artists and SOM staff are in the room.
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