Threshold Recordings — The home of Kutmasta Kurt and Threshold Recordings.

KutMasta Kurt Bio.

KutMasta Kurt has been Producing, Engineering, Mixing and Remixing since the late 1980′s. He has a refined style and ear that brings out the full texture and richness of the music. He has worked for artists such as : The Beastie Boys, Linkin’ Park, Kool Keith/Dr. Octagon, Dilated Peoples, Mos Def, Madlib/Quazimoto, Del Tha Funkee Homosapien, and many more.

Digital Audio & CD Mastering

First, your mixes are evaluated, then we will discuss your expectations, likes, and dislikes of your mixes. Based on our communication, we will take the necessary steps to deliver your vision. Mastering rates are based upon program length and may vary if extensive studio time is needed. Vinyl Mastering is performed on the Industry Standard Neumann VMS 70 cutting lathe with customized and superior amplifier electronics, and the Rolls Royce of Cutter Head’s; a Neumann SX74 .

Master Cutting

We cut masters for 7″s, 10″s, and 12″ at 33 and 45 rpm as well as dub plates for DJs and as a pre-plating test masters. Studio time will be incurred for projects that require extensive song editing, projects submitted in multiple formats, extensive mastering instructions, etc. Studio time will be billed $250 per hour in ½ hour increments. Vinyl lacquer pricing is based on cutting from a completed master source. Studio time may apply to projects that require sequencing, EQ, dynamics processing, etc. Studio time will be billed $250 per hour in 1/2 hour increments. Shipping cost is additional.