When producing an album, we approach each stage of preproduction, production, postproduction and manufacturing with the utmost care.
After allowing the Holy Spirit to lead us to specific musical works, the necessary recording rights are obtained.
A proof of each song is then recorded as a benchmark. This reference is used to measure performance improvements during practice.
Discrepancies in indoor and outdoor temperature and humidity adversely affect vocal clarity. So, we record neither in hot nor cold weather and only at the optimal time of day. Talent also does not book personal appearances on the days before sessions, so the freshest performances possible are achieved.
After inspecting many professional recording studios over a large geographic area, we track and mix exclusively in the one that meets our specific multiple requirements. Ample time is always reserved and the most brilliant creative and engineering talent employed.
Before laying down production tracks, new microphones are tested in a studio environment. This ensures the performance you hear is as stellar as is technically feasible.
Our standards demand recording and re-recording. Capturing an exceptional track is followed by immediate proofing and any necessary further re-recording. After each session, daily proofs are dubbed which are used to repeat this quality assurance process.
During mixing, we meticulously select the finest technologies, which are applied with exacting precision. An extremely critical approach by the mixing engineer and producer is invaluable at this stage.
Now, even after investing so much work, any titles are deleted from the final mix that don't meet our ideals. Most listeners would be very satisfied with the pieces that are eliminated. But, they are excluded to assure the quality of each album.
Our production mix is next placed into the hands of a renowned mastering engineer. We personally supervise and approve the digital mastering of each and every cut.
Sequencing is done with extraordinary care, while considering how the emotional impact of the music affects the listener as the album weaves its story. The final mastered mix is edited in such a way that the listening experience is transparent to God's Word.
A photographer who enjoys the distinction of winning multiple national awards is tasked with providing a visual translation of the master.
Text is chosen with great intricacy and we specify the most talented graphic designers to create and polish the appearance of our album. Manufacturing is then entrusted to the nation's finest such firm.
Copy protection mechanisms can adversely affect sound quality. Therefore, we do not allow the use of any type of copy protection whatsoever in our recordings.
Sufficient quantities of each album are manufactured and inventoried to always meet demand.
Are we satisfied? No. Each aspect of this process is under constant review and subject to improvement. We wouldn't have it any other way.
