PRICES AND FAQs
Our base rate is very straightforward: $110/hour of taped recording for ONE or TWO voices and reasonably intelligible sound quality. Focus groups (of more than TWO voices) cost $165.00 for one hour of taped recording.
Note:
- This charge is PER HOUR OF RECORDING, not per hour of our labor!
- We pro-rate our charges to the second of digital recording, and to the minute of analog tape recordings. This way you pay for only the transcription work you receive.
- After you fill out our order form (link to order form), we can give you the most exact estimate, based on questions we ask about the complexity of the job.
- Discounts for large and/or ongoing orders, non-profits, and students on request.
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE BASE RATE:
- E-mailing transcripts to an unlimited number of addresses
- Free uploading of digital sound files through our secure FTP site HERE.
ADD-ONS TO BASE RATE:
- Group recordings with more than TWO voices
- Poor voice intelligibility that requires numerous playbacks and sound enhancements
- Same-day, overnight, or weekend service
- Fed-Ex or similar express delivery service charges
- Extra hard copies or faxing
- Special services such as translating uncommon languages or preparing reports and summaries
TURN-AROUND TIME:
- Two to four business days for four hours of recording or less
- Up to five business days for additional hours of recording
PICK-UP AND DELIVERY:
We do not pay for pick-up or delivery
TRANSLATION:
When translation is involved to English or from English, we charge double to triple the rates per hour of recording as transcription (generally, $110 per hour of recording).
We offer translation in at least ten languages.
PAYMENT POLICY:
Payment from corporations and institutions is due within two weeks after completion of assignment.
Payment from individuals is expected before delivery of the transcriptions.
We do accept checks, and credit cards and cash paid via PayPal.
HOW DO I PLACE AN ORDER:
Simply click here.
TO CONTACT TRANSCRIPTION PROFESSIONALS WITH QUESTIONS:
Please send an email to Executive Director Paula Kamen at .