SLS Seal Program
The “SLS Seal Program” is a definition of high quality work. More people are realizing it is more important to “do it right” and give fans a better product. At SuperLoud Studios, we want to educate our clients on the necessity to achieve the best possible product. To help define the elements of proper production, we have created the “SLS Seal” program. Anytime you see the “SLS Seal” seal on any of our productions you know it has met the stringent requirements necessary to bring the fans the best in audiovisual fidelity. The programs guidelines are outlined below. (SLS Seal is to verify production works have met the guidelines outlined in the “SLS Seal” program).
How it works?
The process begins when submitting entries for production, publishing and distribution. Entries are then screened for eligibility, quality and category placement. SuperLoud Studios board and staff members, all involved in the creative and technical processes, then participate in (1) the Test Screening Process that determines if a production will require editing, reshooting/re-recording or rewriting; and (2) the final Screening process which determines if the work goes on general release.
- Submission
SuperLoud Studios partners and clients submit recordings and music videos for release during the eligibility year which they consider worthy of recognition in the SLS Seal program.
- Screening
The purpose of screenings is to make artistic, musical and technical judgments about the recordings. Reviewing sessions by our team of experts in various fields are held to ensure that recordings meet specific qualifications and have been placed in appropriate fields and categories.
- Results
Results and recommendations of screenings are given to clients and partners before any material is published.
SLS Seal Guidelines
A product with the following guidelines will receive an “SLS Seal”. A product must meet all guidelines to earn the “SLS Seal”. SLS Seal defines a product as encompassing the highest level of quality.
Audio Department
Parameters for all Tracks
- All tracks recorded at 24bit, 44.1k or higher
- All masters at 44.1k or higher
- All tracks wav or aiff files – no mp3s.
- All tracks recorded between -10 and +6 vu or -14 and -3 digital
- All tracks separated – no 2-tracks (instrumentals or acapellas).
Production
- All vocals recorded at professional studio.
- All live instruments recorded at professional studio.
- Recorded/Mixed/Mastered by professional engineer.
- Engineer has at least 6 commercial
- Recorded/Mixed/Mastered at professional studio.
- Studio would have been involved in at least 6 commercially released records.
- Mix printed with at least 3db headroom for Mastering.
Media
- One Primary Master in FW-400/ 800 HDD, USB 2.0/ 3.0, or Thunderbolt storage media
- Two secondary Masters (Must pick 2 types) in CD-R, CD-RW, DVD±R, DVD±RW, DVD±DL (dual-layer), Blu-Ray or External HDD storage media
Release
- Assigned ISRC for every track
- Assigned UPC/EAN code for products
- Releases must be made available for purchase through recognized online music retailers or recognized online music streaming services, defined as paid, full catalogue, audio-only, on-demand streaming and/or limited download subscription services
- Recordings must be accompanied by verifiable documentation, e.g. liner notes
MIDI
- MIDI instruments must be converted to audio and imported into sessions following parameters for all tracks.
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