FAQ on our Recording Service of Remote Examinations for ABRSM/ Trinity/ Auditions
Updated on 1 July 2026
PART 1: FACILITIES AND DEVICES
What size is your studio?
Our Studio size is 5.7m by 2.7m wide.It is suitable for most instruments except Harpsichord, Organ and Percussion. It is suitable for maximum 4 pax or a quartet.
What piano do you use? What is the tuning frequency?
We use Yamaha U7. It is 131cm tall, 67cm deep and 152cm wide. It has a teak wood finish.This piano was initially designed for professional pianists who couldn’t fit a grand in their room. Hence the mechanics and tone colour are similar to the G series Yamaha Grand Piano. We maintained the piano with tuning every 6 months.As most of our own students are wind and string students, we tune it to 442 Hz.
What is the recording device and the microphones you use? Is there a tripod? What is the format?
We use Zoom Q8 with a stand and AKG C314 MicFor audio. For instruments (Except Saxophone and brass), the above setting would be sufficient. However, for Saxophone and brass, we would set up a 2nd microphone to the piano to balance the sound between the instruments. The 2nd mic we use is Rode NTG-2.The original format is MOV. However, we would convert MP4 format for you as this format is more accessible for most people.
What other equipment are in the room?
We provide up to 4 Hercules Stands if needed. The room has tables and chairs too. It would be cleared if needed.
How much is the Recording Package/ Service?
$110 – including the recording service AND Room Rental
Is this service available to non-Flute-and-Music-Academy or external Students?
Yes. However, our timings may be limited, please contact us for avaibility.
Do you provide Accompaniment service too?
Yes we do. Please contact us for pricing.
How do we get the video?
Once we have rendered the video, we will send you the file via WeTransfer using your email.This should be completed within 1 – 2 working days after the recording.
PART 2: WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN YOU BOOK 1 HOUR RECORDING WITH US
What do I need to prepare or bring to the studio?
Required documents and attire of your ABRSM/ Trinity/ Audition
This is the itinerary we would suggest when you have a recording session with us
For the first 10 – 15 minutes: We suggest candidate (and accompanist) to warm up and do a sound check. Tuning is also essential if you have accompanist.The videographer will use this time to check the microphones and balance of sounds too. When ready, we will proceed to do a first recording. A quick review will follow after that. For grade 1 – 7 candidates, you can do another 2 more recordings if time allows and we will pick the best recording among the 3 recordings.. For grade 8, there would be time only for 2 recordings in total. For ARSM/ATCL/LTCL, only 1 recording is possible for each hour session. For this package, only 1 rendered video is allowed. Should you require more than 1 recordings from us, the session has to end at least 10 minutes earlier to include the extra rendering of the videos.
