High-Resolution DSD Piano Recording
in Tokyo

The Ultimate 2-Channel Stereo Experience

High Definition, yet Warm. Unforgiving, yet Deeply Resonant.

Introducing a special recording plan that prioritises absolute sound purity over modern convenience.

  • Format: we record directly to DSD, a format that cannot be edited.
  • Method: live-to-2-Track" recording. (Mistakes cannot be fixed later.)
  • Process: after recording, we convert the DSD data to high-resolution PCM and apply editing and mastering.
  • Deliverables: four different WAV files, all set for posting on streaming platforms.

[IMPORTANT NOTICE]
  • While the sound quality is excellent, no editing (cut-and-paste or pitch correction) is possible in this format. This session is closer to a live performance than a standard studio production. This plan is not for customers who require standard recordings.
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  • To maintain piano tuning stability, air conditioning may remain active during summer sessions. However, we utilise noise-reduction software, such as iZotope RX, to completely remove background noise from the final masters without affecting the piano’s tone. The noise can not be removed from the original DSD.

Suitable For

  • Solo Piano
  • Acoustic Duo / Trio (Piano + Instrument)
    (The mix balance is finalized during the recording session.)

Equipment

  • Piano: Steinway & Sons A-188
  • Recorder: TASCAM DA-3000 (DSD 5.6MHz capture)
  • Preamp: Millennia HV-3C
  • Power: 200V Step-down Isolated Clean Power Supply
  • Microphones: SCHOEPS CMC-54U / DPA 4011, etc.

Deliverables

You will receive the following formats (all or selected):
  • 24bit / 96kHz WAV (for Hi-Res Streaming)
  • 24bit / 48kHz WAV (For standard Streaming)
  • 16bit / 44.1kHz WAV (For CD)
  • Original DSD Data (For archiving)

Originally recorded in Hi-Res DSD 5.6MHz format and converted to PCM for this video.

Rates & Plans

  • Bookings are accepted up to 3 months in advance.
  • Minimum reservation is 4 hours.
  • Including the following:
    - Engineer Fee (English-speaking)
    - Piano Usage Fee and tuning (Before session)
    - DSD-to-PCM Conversion
    - Mastering

Audio Recording

4 Hours: 137,500 JPY tax included

Extension
15,750 JPY per hour.

Microphones
SCHOEPS CMC-54U, DPA 4011, or equivalent.




+ Audio + 4K Video Recording

Please Ask

About Piano Tuning

To ensure quality, piano tuning (immediately before the session) is included in all DSD recording plans. Standard pitch: A=442Hz.