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Ready to enhance your musical journey? Fill out this booking form to schedule a personalized lesson or a first meeting for discuss your musical project!
Phone
+33 (0)7 81 20 10 31
valeryshpo[@]gmail.com
Address
37540 Saint-Cyr-sur-Loire, France
Common Questions
General Questions
What services do you offer?
Professional audio editing, mixing & mastering; custom audio composition and sound design for video games, films, commercials, and content creators; guitar lessons; Cubase lessons.
How do I get started or request a service?
Use the contact form on this page, email valeryshpo@gmail.com, or call +33 (0)7 81 20 10 31. Describe what you need for a free consultation or quote. I reply within 24–48 hours.
What are your rates and pricing?
Lessons: from €30/hour
Audio editing: from €50–€150
Mixing: from €100–€300 per track
Mastering: from €50–€100 per track
Custom music / sound design: quoted per project (typically €200–€1000+)
Contact me for your exact quote — no obligation.
Do you offer online or in-person options?
Yes. Lessons and consultations: online via Zoom or in-person at my studio in Tours, France (37540 Saint-Cyr-sur-Loire).
All audio services (mixing, mastering, editing, custom): fully remote.
What is your typical turnaround time?
Lessons: can start within a week
Single-track editing/mixing: 3–7 days
Mastering: 1–3 days
Albums / custom music / larger projects: 1–6 weeks
Rush service available (extra fee).
What payment methods do you accept?
PayPal, bank transfer, credit card.
Lessons: paid upfront or per session.
Audio projects: 50% deposit to start, rest on delivery. Invoices provided.
What is your cancellation / refund policy?
Lessons: free if canceled 24 hours in advance.
Audio projects: full refund if canceled before work starts; partial or no refund after significant progress. No refunds for completed work.
What experience do you have?
Professional producer Valery Shpolansky — years in music production, sound design, mixing/mastering, and teaching. See examples here: https://val-u-music.com/my-portfolio/
Audio Services (Mixing, Mastering, Editing, Sound Design, Custom Music)
What is included in audio editing, mixing, and mastering?
Editing: noise removal, de-essing, timing/alignment fixes, vocal pitch & time correction, general cleanup.
Mixing: level balancing, EQ, compression, effects (reverb, delay), panning, automation — professional, cohesive sound.
Mastering: final EQ, loudness optimization (e.g. -14 LUFS for streaming), dynamics control, stereo enhancement, format prep for platforms/CD.
What is sound design and custom music/composition?
Sound design: original sound effects, atmospheres, Foley, sonic textures for games, films, ads, videos.
Custom music: full original tracks, soundtracks, background scores, loops — composed to your brief (genre, mood, length, instruments).
How do I prepare and send files for audio work?
Mixing/editing: send individual stems/multitracks (WAV/AIFF, 24-bit, same sample rate — 44.1kHz+ preferred). Include notes & reference tracks.
Mastering: send final stereo mix (highest quality WAV/AIFF).
Custom/sound design: send brief, references, video link, mood board.
Upload via WeTransfer, Dropbox, or Google Drive — I confirm receipt.
What file formats do you deliver?
WAV/AIFF (24-bit, 44.1–96kHz), MP3 (320kbps), or your requested format.
Masters include versions for Spotify, YouTube, Apple, etc.
Custom audio: final track + optional stems/layers.
How many revisions are included?
Mixing/editing: 2–3 full rounds + unlimited minor tweaks.
Mastering: 1–2 rounds.
Custom music/sound design: 3–4 standard rounds (extra rounds at additional cost).
Do you work from reference tracks or specific styles?
Yes — send references (songs/artists/albums). I match the vibe, loudness, clarity for mixing/mastering, or direction for custom music/sound design.
Can you fix a bad mix during mastering?
Mastering polishes a good mix but cannot fully fix serious mix problems (imbalance, phase issues, clipping). I recommend mix revisions first if needed.
Do you specialize in sound design for games, ads, or films?
Yes – immersive soundscapes, effect libraries, synced audio for media. Send project details (duration, style, platform, preview) for accurate quote.
Lessons (Guitar & Cubase)
What types of music lessons do you offer?
Guitar lessons (all skill levels) and Cubase lessons.
How can I book a lesson?
Via this contact form or directly by phone/email.
Do you provide instruments for lessons?
No, please bring your own instrument.
What is the age range for your students?
From 8 years old to adults.
What are your studio hours?
Monday-Friday, 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM.