Question 1

Where is Moorcroft Studios based?

Accepted Answer

Moorcroft Studios is located in Cleckheaton, West Yorkshire, just a few minutes from Junction 26 of the M62 motorway. The studio is easily accessible from Bradford, Leeds, Huddersfield, Halifax and the surrounding Yorkshire areas.

Question 2

What genres of music do you record?

Accepted Answer

While Moorcroft Studios is well known for its contribution to the Bradford bassline sound, we regularly work with vocalists, singer-songwriters, rappers, bands and commercial clients across a wide range of musical genres.

Question 3

How long does a recording session take?

Accepted Answer

Our minimum session length is two hours. As a general guide, a full band recording typically requires a full day, while vocalists and rappers usually require between two and four hours per song, including recording, mixing and mastering.

Question 4

Do you provide a recording engineer?

Accepted Answer

Yes. All sessions include access to experienced engineer Tom Fox. With more than 20 years of experience, Tom has worked with established artists from Bradford, Leeds, Manchester and across the North of England, with credits contributing to over 1 billion streams worldwide.

Question 5

Do you offer mixing and mastering services?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Moorcroft Studios provides professional mixing and mastering services for artists, bands and labels throughout Yorkshire and across the UK. Remote mixing and mastering services are also available.

Question 6

Do you offer recording studio gift vouchers?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Personalised recording experience vouchers start at £95. Choose a studio package online, add a message and the recipient can arrange their session with Moorcroft.

Question 7

Can I buy a recording experience as a gift?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. Our recording experience gift vouchers make a unique gift for singers, rappers, musicians and aspiring artists. Vouchers are valid for up to 12 months from the date of purchase.

Question 8

Is there parking at the studio?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Free on-site parking is available for all clients attending recording sessions at Moorcroft Studios.

Question 9

Can beginners book a recording session?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. Whether it's your first time behind the mic or you've recorded plenty of times before, the studio is a relaxed place to work and Tom guides you through the session so you leave with a take you're happy with.

Question 10

Why choose Moorcroft Studios?

Accepted Answer

You work one-to-one with Tom Fox on a hybrid analogue setup built around an SSL console, so every session gets a genuinely commercial sound. It's an established studio with the credits to back it up, and the same care goes into a first single as a label release.

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