Logistics
What if it rains?
Electronics and wet weather don't mix. If rain is in the forecast on your event day, we'll work with you to reschedule or cancel, whichever you prefer. (Tents are provided for every outdoor event regardless of weather, but heavy rain still puts the gear at risk, so we always play it safe.)
What kind of power do you need?
For indoor events, a standard 110V outlet within about 25 feet of the setup area. For outdoor events, we bring our own inverter, so no power source is required on your end. We also provide the tents for every outdoor event: a 10×20 ft covered control room and a 10×10 ft vocal booth, so you don't need to supply your own coverage.
Do you need Wi-Fi?
Nope. Everything runs locally on our equipment. No internet needed.
How far do you travel?
We serve the San Francisco Bay Area. For events beyond, contact us for availability and travel pricing.
What days do you book?
Saturdays and Sundays. We book weekends only so every event gets our full focus and setup isn't rushed. If you have a weekday event you're hoping to schedule, feel free to reach out anyway and we'll see what we can do.
The Experience
How many people can record?
Everyone who wants to. Timing depends on what your guests are doing. A custom track, like a rap or a vocal over an original beat, typically takes 20 to 30 minutes per session, depending on the artist. A karaoke-style recording over a pre-made instrumental runs about 10 minutes per session. Either way, we build in a short buffer between guests for mic swaps and playback. A typical booking fits plenty of either. Mix and match as you like.
Can guests record originals, covers, or freestyles?
Anything they want. Originals, covers, karaoke-style duets, freestyles, spoken-word messages, group recordings. It's their track, their call.
Do you provide instrumentals and beats?
Yes. We bring a library of instrumentals across every genre, plus live beat-making on the Akai MPC and an electric guitar for live tracking. Guests can also bring their own instrumentals on a USB drive or phone.
Is this kid-friendly?
Absolutely. We keep the vibe age-appropriate and guide younger recorders through the process. Birthday parties are one of our most popular booking types.
Your Recordings
What format are the files?
High-quality WAV and MP3 files. They play anywhere: phones, streaming apps, stereos, home speakers.
Can we share or release our tracks publicly?
Yes, absolutely. You own 100% of every recording. Post to social media, release on Spotify, keep it private, your call. No rights retained by The Mobile Star.
