Freq Sound Live Recording

Mobile rig in an earlier configuration above

Using a 32 channel isolated splitter, the identical signals that go to the mixing or monitor board are fed to class-A mic preamps and line inputs, then recorded digitally to the computer. This allows recording signal levels to be controlled independently of the live sound mix.

Freq Sound offers a simple and complete digital multitrack mobile recording service. Our custom designed and very compact rig is ideal for providing a quick setup when integrated with a house or concert sound system. It can also be used independently.

Price is typically $500 for an 8 hour day. Travel and multiple band events may be additional. After recording you receive all multitrack audio files on DVD or your hard drive, in whatever format (BWF, WAV, AIFF, SDII) is suitable for your computer software. Compatible programs include ProTools, Digital Performer, Nuendo, Logic, Cakewalk, Cubase, and even GarageBand. Mixing services are also available as needed.

Equipment Includes:

PreSonus DigiMax 96k mic preamps with limiters on all 24 channels
MOTU 8pre additional 8 mic preamps
MOTU 2408 mkII for firewire computer i/o
MOTU 24i for computer i/o and 24 additional line inputs
Macintosh computer w/Digital Performer
Uninteruptable Power Supply
32 channel isolated splitter
Shure microphones (assorted)
Audio-Technica microphones (assorted)
ElectroVoice microphones (assorted)
Assorted Direct boxes
All necessary cabling

Many Washington DC and Baltimore area clubs are well suited for live recording and easy to integrate with. Here is a partial list of project locations and clients we've worked with:

Library of Congress, Washington DC (Carole King, Siedah Garrett, Colbie Caillat, Michael Feinstein, Patti Austin, Arturo Sandoval)
The Recher Theatre, Towson MD (Crack The Sky, Kidz Rock)
Blues Alley, Washington DC (The Capitol Bones w/special guest Slide Hampton)
Frederick In The Streets, Frederick MD (non-fiction, Mile Nine)
Ram's Head, Annapolis MD (Dan Haas & Ben's Bones, Naked Blue)
Wine In The Woods, Columbia MD (Deanna Bogart Band, Carl Filipiak Band)
Club 347, Baltimore MD (Elliot Levine & Urban Grooves)
Centennial Park, Columbia MD (Junkyard Saints)
Archbishop Curley High School, Baltimore MD (Band, Choral, and Handbell Ensembles)
Baker Park Concerts, Frederick MD (Carey Ziegler's Expensive Hobby, The Nighthawks)
The Ottobar, Baltimore MD (The Upper Crust)
Maryland Hall, Annapolis MD (The John Denver Tribute band w/Columbia Orchestra)
Westminster Church of God, Westminster MD (Troy Carver)
The Patterson Theater, Baltimore MD (Boister, Howard Markman & Palookaville)
The New Hazlett Theater, Pittsburgh PA (Crack The Sky)