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Demos By Mail
Affordable,
Professional Song Demos, Music Production & Music Demos
This the old Demos by Mail page: please go to the
new Demos by Mail page.
"It is really incredible what you get for this price!
Michael Bauer, Switzerland
"A great find for out-of-towners. Highly recommended!"
Jack Bond, Silver Springs, MD
Whether you live in Kalamazoo or Kankakee, Keokuk or Kokomo, Kenosha or...well, you get the idea, now you can get a professionally done music demo of your song from "Music City", Nashville, Tennessee.
Nashville has one of the greatest talent pools in the world, so you can rest assured that the people bringing your creation to life will be first rate. Besides seasoned studio singers and players, you'll have an experienced engineer and producer using state-of-the-art equipment. In short, all the elements necessary for great sounding songwriter demos. All music production is done at Studio X, Nashville, TN.
I offer two types of song demos. The simpler, and therefore less expensive type, consists of a vocal and one accompanying instrument, typically a guitar or piano. The other type is a full band production, fleshing out the arrangement with bass and drums, and/or whatever is most appropriate for the particular song.
Customer Comments
"Thanks to the versions Tom created from my rough songs, I am enjoying a certain amount of success as a songwriter. One song has been #2 on the ECMA charts in Italy and Spain. Another was a winner in VH-1's Song of the Year contest. And a third landed me a job as a staff writer for Ginger Creek Records."
Paul Wilson, Lauderdale Lake, FL
"Tom transforms song ideas and rough recordings into first-class professional demos. As a songwriter, I have appreciated all of the helpful suggestions he has offered. The end result has always been something better than I'd imagined. Tom surrounds himself with some of the best musicians & vocalists in Nashville and he never compromises quality. For songwriters looking for professional demos, he delivers exceptional value."
Rob McIlroy, Verona, PA
"Tom provides an incredibly valuable service for songwriters around the world. On three occasions I have sent Tom three completely different songs and he have nailed 'em every time. Outstanding musicians, great recordings, and fast turnaround time. I'm blown away!"
Bob Cother,Semaphore SA, Australia
"Over the past year, Demos by Mail has consistently exceeded my expectations. Tom Manche's wealth of knowledge and experience coupled with the pool of talent from which he has to draw make for a dynamic combination. I highly recommend Demos-by-Mail to any songwriter who wants to give their song an edge."
Bruce Journagan, Clovis, NM
"Tom transitioned my rough demos into
full-blown productions and saved me the time, hassle
and money I would have spent had I attempted to do
this locally. He is a man of his word--
everything was on-time and he delivered quality beyond
my expectations. As a producer & engineer
he is top-notch. I would highly recommend his services."
Mike Semanski, New Jersey
"Contact Tom Manche for quality unsurpassed and friendly advice from a
real human being that knows what your work means to you. I like dealing with
a pro."
Betty E. Beaty, Alabama
Allen Karl's CD "My Final Rose", which Tom Manche produced at Studio X, won the 2011 album of the year at the European Country Music Awards.
More customer quotes can be found on the Studio X page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it going to cost me an arm and a leg?
Don't worry, no appendages are in danger. The simple demo costs $225, and
the full production is $450. If you want to add your vocal on your own and just want a full production track without a vocal it's $375.
What do I need to send in?
Basically, anything that would help me deliver a version of your song that's
as good (or better!) than the version in your head. That would include:
- A legible lyric sheet.
- Some version of the melody. This could be you singing into a cheapo
recorder or a rudimentary lead sheet.
- Chord changes (if you know them). If you don't you can give me free rein
to find something fitting.
- Style preference, and any special requests or suggestions, e.g. "bluesy
female vocal," "I'd love a country fiddle," or "heavy metal drums." Just let
me know--I aim to please. Of course, outlandish requests may require
additional fees ("I really hear a 40-piece marching band on the chorus").
And, oh yeah:
- A check or money order for the appropriate amount. Or you can pay online via secured credit card or Paypal.
Demos by Mail simple demo
(vocal plus guitar or piano)
$225.00 |
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Demos by Mail full production demo
$450.00 |
Demos by Mail full production track WITHOUT vocal
$375.00 |
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Does your Nashville address mean everything will come out
country?
Heck, no. Tom Manche, the chief producer and engineer of Demos By Mail,
spent twenty-five years in Los Angeles playing and producing rock, R&B,
folk, jazz, funk, pop, blues--you name it. Your demo can be in any style.
Can I hear some examples of work you've done?
Absolutely--Here's an audio sampler:
| Demos By Mail Audio Samplers |
| Pop Sampler |
demos_pop_sampler.mp3 |
| Country Sampler |
demos_country_sampler.mp3 |
| Singer/Songwriter Sampler |
demos_ss_sampler.mp3 |
| Jazzy Sampler |
demos_jazz_sampler.mp3 |
| Simple Demo Sampler |
demos_simple_sampler.mp3 |
You can hear more of Tom Manche's work on the Zanna Songs Catalogue page.
Tom produced and recorded all of the songs in the catalogue.
What will I receive?
Upon completion, you'll be sent a link where you can download your demo of the final mix of your song. This gets your demo to you as quickly as possible. If you'd prefer to be sent a CD please let me know. Also let me know if you want an additional mix with no vocal on it. The no-vocal version is useful if you want to add a different vocalist, or
perhaps sing live to it.
How long does it take?
Turnaround time is usually 2-6 weeks, depending on our current workload. Email me and I can give you a more exact time
estimate and answer any other questions you may have.
Checklist for Demos By Mail: Please include the following with the
material you send to us:
Name
Address
Phone Number
Email
Please specify for your song(s):
Simple or Full Production
Style
Male or Female Vocal
Include your check or money order payable to:
Demos By Mail
PO Box 58155
Nashville, TN 37205-8155
Or pay online via secured credit card or Paypal using the buttons below:
Demos By Mail Simple Production Demo: $225
Demos By Mail Full Production Demo: $450
Demos by Mail full production track WITHOUT vocal: $375
Ready to do a demo? Simple or full music production? Check out Tom's article about Pre-Music Recording Advice
Demos by Mail simple demo
(vocal plus guitar or piano)
$225.00 |
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Demos by Mail full production demo
$450.00 |
Demos by Mail full production track WITHOUT vocal
$375.00 |
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