How much money does it cost for a recording artist to make one record?

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Answer 1

It all depends on where you go. I used to be in a band, and I've recorded 3 albums. 1 studio cost me upwards of $1000 for a 10hr block. Another was $25/hr for 4 days(had to do at least 8-10hrs.) and another studio was $45/hr for 2 full 10hr days. But this is just in the RI/MA area, but the old adage of "You get what you pay for" definitely applies to this, as there are MANY studios around, but not half of them know how to properly run their equipment. Talk to the engineer at the studio before doing anything. Don't just rely on the quote. And DON'T be afraid to ask/demand things(i.e. levels, samples,etc.) while in there. It's YOUR money, and YOUR music. The engineers just there to make sure it sounds good in the end.

Answer 2

This depends on alot of factors. Often these days, recording artists can write, produce, sing and play all their own instruments. If they happen to have a state of the art home studio, they can also record and mix the whole record on their own, too. So it could literally be FREE to record a really great record!

On the other hand, if someone is recording for a big label, there are often lots of people to pay - the producer, the musicians, hourly rates for expensive studio time (maybe hundreds of hours!) This could cost thousands and thousands of dollars. The more famous the artist, the more money a big label is usually willing to part with to make records. Of course, the label then charges the artist back from the earnings afterwards.

Hope that answers your question.

Answer 3

They're NOT suppose to charge the artist to have their songs recorded, unless you're renting out a recording studio. The first step is to record a demo and have it listened to (you can even do this on your own using a computer and a keyboard together w/a special music software). Most times if recording artists scout out new potential talents, they'll more than likely invite the singer/artist for a demo recording at their recording studio w/out charge, and send that demo to a Label once it's completed. If they like what they hear, then the singer gets signed on to their Label (e.g. SONY, Virgin, RCA, etc..).