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Steve's Trax are proud to announce the launch of our new website. To visit, please click the link below :-
High quality professional backing tracks...... Available now are backing tracks created
to professional quality, using the latest studio technology. All tracks
are suitable for vocalists, guitar vocalists, duos and bands.
Each backing track is carefully created using drums, guitars, orchestral strings, brass, woodwind, synthesisers and many other instruments that encompass popular music from the 60's to the present day. We firmly believe in quality over quantity therefore we only produce backing tracks that we believe make the grade. Many of our current clients include BBC Radio, Televised Talent Shows, Dance Studios, Theatre & Drama Companies and Corporate Entertainment Groups. Our library is increasing all the time and we are sure that you will be pleased with your purchase. Music is available in the following formats:
Each backing track is generally produced in the key of the original artist although we will transpose to any key, at no extra cost. Solo and multiple instrument parts can also be removed by request at no extra cost (suitable for guitar vocalists etc.) Our backing tracks catalogue
can be downloaded in Microsoft Word format via the icon below
The online catalogue is updated weekly, however if you are unable to download our catalogue, please send us an e-mail with your name and address details to :- steve@stevestrax.co.uk and we will mail the catalogue to you as soon as possible. Payment can be made by cheque or postal
order, using the order form listed on the final page of the catalogue.
Alternatively we now accept online payment via NoChex or Paypal. If
choosing to pay online, please make a note of your preferred titles/artiste
from our catalogue before clicking on the payment icons below.
How do I place my order? To place an order, please select your required backing tracks from the downloadable catalogue, and complete the order form (on the final page of the catalogue.) Once completed, send the form by post, together with a cheque or postal order for the required amount. If you are unable to download the catalogue or order form, a simple note will suffice - please remember to include payment, your return address, choice of format and required tracks. Alternatively, we now offer online payment facilities via NoChex or PayPal - via the links above. Should you have any difficulties with any of our online payment facilities, please submit your order via the Paypal link above, and we will forward a Paypal payment request by return, indicating the total order cost, and full details of how to make online payment. You provide a number of current offers. How do I know the exact price of my purchase? To enable you to obtain the best price
possible using all the available offers, please click on the following
link: pricing structure There are no hidden extras, or gimmicks involved in our pricing policy. The price you see on the pricing page is the inclusive price you pay. This price includes the backing track/s, the disc, the lyrics and postage/packaging via 1st class mail. Purchasing larger quantities can reduce the cost per track down to an amazing £5.70 per track. Can I choose the key of the backing track? Yes, if you require a key change this can be specified on the order form. If you are not sure of the key you require, but you know that you sing the backing track higher/lower than the original, simply put (+1 ), (+2), (-1), (-2 ) etc. by the side of the track title and we will know to transpose it by the requested amount of keys. There is no charge for key changes requested prior to purchase. Please note: Track key changes are produced professionally, i.e. the track tempo is not affected unlike typical 'karaoke' style key changers. What if I don't know which key I sing in, or if I am not sure if I would be comfortable singing in the key of the original? Unless a specific key is requested on the order form, backing tracks are usually supplied in the key of the original, however key changes can be provided upon request. How does the 'try before you buy' scheme work? It seems rather unfair that many vocalists are expected to pay for a product when they have no idea of its quality. Many companies will offer demo's, however they are usually demo tracks that they choose. To overcome this, we have decided to operate the fairest scheme possible. Simply select any eight backing tracks of your choice from the catalogue using the order form provided. Mark the form 'DEMOS' and send together with a cheque for £3.00. Upon receipt we will provide good length demo's of the requested backing tracks in your preferred format. PayPal or NOCHEX may also be used for this facility. Please note: due to our ongoing commitment to provide delivery as soon as possible, we are unable to provide backing track demo's in alternative keys, or with instrument removal. I would like a particular instrument removed (e.g. lead guitar / piano), is this possible? Yes, any instrument track can be removed to suit guitar vocalists, or indeed anyone wishing to use their own accompaniment. This service is provided free of charge, and can be requested on the order form. For specific requirements please contact us prior to purchase. We do not currently advocate removal of drum tracks from backing tracks as we do not re-produce drummer click-tracks when drums are removed. Why are your backing tracks so much clearer than those I have previously purchased? All our backing tracks are recorded from
what is known as a 'first generation' production. This means that
all our recordings are made directly from the original equipment to
ensure that CD and MD recordings are crystal clear. All our tracks
are supplied on high quality branded media. We are unable to remove vocals from an original CD. The reasons for this are as follows:- In the past, tracks have been produced and sold in the guise of backing tracks using vocal elimination equipment (equipment which attempts to remove sounds that are heard through the direct centre of the speaker range). With most commercial CD tracks, the vocals are rarely centre-panned through the complete song. When any form of vocal elimination equipment is used, the end result is always poor as essential instruments are removed, and unwanted parts of the vocals are retained. Heavy sound compression is also used on original recordings to allow playback via radio stations and on a wide variety of different players. As you get used to what to listen for, you will hear many CDs where the level of the backing track falls when the singer (or backing singers) start singing. This again is not ideal for live vocal applications. We feel that a singer should be able to concentrate on their own vocals, and not have to compete with unwanted vocals, or missing instrumentation. One huge difference is that professional backing tracks, as opposed to 'karaoke', or voice eliminated tracks, are produced for their intended purpose, which is to compliment the singer's voice. This is achieved by using a large range of instruments, and subtle chorus instrumentation where appropriate, whilst still retaining space within the music for the audience to appreciate the vocal talents of the performer. Our backing tracks are produced to enhance your voice - not cover it up. I have purchased backing tracks from elsewhere that fade-out. Why is this? Professional backing tracks for stage use should not fade-out. The reason for this is that the audience does not have a clear indication of when to applaud. Many companies who claim to 'produce' backing tracks are merely re-sellers of the product, hence the reason why they cannot provide professional endings to the tracks. This is also typical of companies supplying 'karaoke' style tracks in the guise of backing tracks. A quality track takes many many hours to produce, and there should be no reason to accept a fade-out ending. Should I be using CD or MiniDisc? The majority of clients initially order backing tracks on CD, and then transfer to Minidisc as this enables you to retain the original CD as a backup copy - this is the preferred method. We do not really advocate the direct use of CD for live performances as these can become subject to track skipping due to constant handling / finger marks on the disc etc. Can I copy or duplicate the tracks? All backing tracks supplied by Steve's Trax are subject to legal copyright restrictions and as such a licensing fee has been paid for each supplied track. This ensures that the relevant royalty fees are paid to the original artistes/producers. Restrictions include that recordings purchased from Steve's Trax must not be sold, hired, lent or duplicated without express permission from ourselves. We do however allow the purchaser to make a backup copy or transfer to a preferred medium for their own personal use. Do you provide lyric sheets? Lyric sheets for all complete backing tracks are automatically included free of charge. An updated backing track catalogue is also included with every purchase. How does the 'PayPal' payment facility work? PayPal enables any individual or business with an email address to securely, easily and quickly send and receive payments online. PayPal’s service builds on the existing financial infrastructure of bank accounts and credit cards and utilises the world’s most advanced proprietary fraud prevention systems to create a safe, global, real-time payment solution, with currently approx. 35 million members. Once you have registered your card details with PayPal you can make payment simply by entering the recipient's email address. If you are not currently a Paypal member please note that it may take three working days for your account to be accepted. Please make a note of your final order value prior to entering the payment section of our website. If you are experiencing problems with the PayPal payment facility, please click here :- Paypal Problem How does the 'NOCHEX' payment facility work? NOCHEX is an online payment system that enables businesses and individuals with a UK debit card to send or receive payment. As we are a verified seller, you may send payment to us via this facility (up to the value of £100.00 per single transaction) using your current debit card - without the need to pre-register. Once you have completed our NOCHEX order form, you will automatically be direct to the NOCHEX secure payment page. Please make a note of your final order value prior to entering the payment section of our website. General Info :- Many of our established customers have recently contacted us with regard to certain companies selling inferior sampled, karaoke, or midi style versions of tracks, whilst using much of the literature from within our website to promote this facility. Although quite flattering, we do not condone this action nor are we affiliated to any of these companies. We are proud to maintain our website originality, and the high quality of our product and years of expertise.
Tracks licensed in accordance with the Mechanical Copyright Protection Society Steve's Trax, 8 Wiltshire Road, Chadderton, Oldham, OL9 7RY Tel: 0161-678-0748
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