Commission a soundtrack
Our team of experienced composers is eagerly waiting for their next challenge
WHY WE ARE DIFFERENT
Michaël Ghelfi Studios (MGS) has become a global reference for Tabletop Roleplaying Game audio, supported by a vibrant community of 200,000 members, over 100 million views, and a library comprising thousands of tracks. We don’t rely on commissions to make a living, which allows us to choose projects based on their artistic merit. If we love your idea, we’ll dedicate our heart and soul to bringing it to life.
Here are a few examples among dozens
What our clients say
James
CEO at James' RPG Art
"I'm really happy to endorse Michael Ghelfi Studios for their awesome custom music tracks for my videos. What blew me away was how they just got what I wanted without me having to explain a lot. Every time they sent me a track, I was genuinely surprised at how good it was – way beyond what I expected. The music they made wasn't just in the background, it added so much feeling and depth to my videos; really adding to the story. Working with them was super easy, and I highly recommend Michael Ghelfi Studios to anyone looking for fantastic custom music that takes your projects to a whole new level. They're the real deal!"
Andrew White
Digital Products Lead at Paizo
"Michael and his team of talented creators have played an integral role in bringing our Pathfinder and Starfinder adventures to virtual tabletops, whether expertly crafting a wide range of amazing sound effects and ambiences perfectly tailored to transform every scene into an unmatched immersive experience or working hand-in-hand with our creative team to craft distinctive original music that brings our worlds and themes to life. Collaborating with Michael to take our ideas from inspiration to sample to completed composition has been a supremely rewarding experience for us, and his dedication and creativity have elevated our adventures to a degree that continues to surprise and delight players and GMs alike."
Ollie
Moonlight Maps
"I worked with MGS on a full fantasy album for my Kickstarter. They took my rough ideas and turned them into works of art. I'm not sure there's a better composer team out there, and I'll sure to be collaborating with them on my future projects!"
Atropos
CEO At FoundryVTT
"Michael is one of the most talented creators of environment ambience in the TTRPG industry! We worked with Michael on several projects including "The Demon Queen Awakens" and "A House Divided" where he crafted soundscapes that fit precisely to the narrative and gameplay requirements for each scene in the adventure. Michael is a great collaborator who works with us throughout the creative process of defining requirements for the piece, composing initial samples, incorporating feedback, and providing final audio assets. Michael's work elevates an adventure with extra levels of professional polish and unexpected "wow" factor for players and gamemasters!"
CEO at Wistfulware
Karavaj
"I had the opportunity to collaborate with MGS for my point & click project. I wasn't disappointed, it was like back then when I discovered their music on YouTube! Impeccable production quality. I was able to express my feelings and see how they translated my expectations into music. MGS adapted to our small studio and always responded on time, precisely and clearly. The exchanges were obviously fluid and always pleasant. I hope to have the opportunity to work with MGS again very soon!"
COMMISSIONING A TRACK
We’ve already collaborated on book themes, soundtracks for personal TTRPG campaigns, character themes, escape room atmospheres, exhibition audio, Kickstarter projects, movies, song backgrounds, video games, and more. Feel free to contact us if you have any questions!
The procedure
Any person or persons interested in a commission must send our team an email at: contact@michaelghelfi.com. We ask that the first contact includes the following information:
- A description of the project (e.g. name, scope, deadlines, etc.);
- The desired track (ambiences, audio effects and/or songs) and the correct amount of each;
- What rights you need on the tracks
If you do not know the details yet or if you are unsure, that's not a problem ; simply mention it and we will discuss.
Later, you'll also be asked a detailed explanation for each desired track. You may send sample audio files (“temp”) in order to assist the process and/or suggestions regarding specific instruments. You can also let our imagination run wild if you do not have specific requests.
When we received enough information, both parties shall agree on a price. Usually the composition process requires approximately two weeks to be concluded – it can require more time if there are multiple tracks. But you will always be informed about any deadline details in advance.
The Studios may send demonstration (“demo”) tracks in order to receive your feedback. Once the order is completed, you have the right of up to two (2) rounds of non-structural modifications on the tracks, but this procedure is generally unnecessary.
COMMISSIONS AREN'T ESSENTIAL
Our team strongly suggests that you access the licenses shop before commissioning a track.
If several pieces are commissioned at once, you can request the following discounts:
- 5% off starting at three (3) licenses.
- 7% off starting at six (6) licenses.
- 10% off starting at eleven (11) licenses.
