Recording Cost Calculator

Estimate the total cost of recording an EP or album including studio time, mixing, mastering, session musicians, artwork and distribution.

Number of Tracks

Studio Rate (per hour)

Tracking Hours per Track

Mixing Hours per Track

Mastering Hours (total)

Session Musicians

Musician Rate per Session

Artwork Cost

CD Pressing Quantity

Cost per CD Unit

Digital Distribution Fees

£2,570.00

Cost per Track£321.25

Tracking£1,280.00

Mixing£960.00

Mastering£80.00

Artwork£200.00

Distribution£50.00

Budget Tip

Consider starting with fewer tracks or shorter mixing sessions to reduce costs. Many artists phase their releases over time.

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