Record Ready: A Band’s Guide to Smarter Pre-Production

The essential step-by-step roadmap to help new and growing bands record better music, avoid studio mistakes, and level up their career.

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Are you preparing to record your next single, EP or album?

Before you book a studio or hit “record,” make sure you’ve done the groundwork that separates amateur sessions from professional results.

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In this free guide, producer and engineer Pete Stannard (20+ years of industry experience and multiple No. 1 credits) breaks down the proven pre-production process he uses with artists to help them:

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✔ Get clear on their goals
✔ Avoid common studio mistakes that waste time and money
✔ Choose the right producer, engineer and studio
✔ Prepare their songs and performances properly
✔ Plan a smart release strategy (streaming + physical sales)
✔ Make the most out of every session

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Whether you’re an emerging band or heading into the studio for the first time, this guide will help you walk in confident, organised and ready to create a record you're proud of.