Audio Transcription

We provide a prompt, confidential and, most importantly, thorough audio transcription service.

Our specialties include:

  • Research projects (interviews, focus groups etc)
  • Keynotes
  • Meetings, seminars & conferences
  • Lectures & presentations
  • Legal documents

We use professional transcription hardware and software and are able to transcribe your recordings from any digital format, including CDs and DVDs.

Our turnaround time varies, depending on the volume of audio that you have, so please contact us for an exact quotation/turnaround.

Completed transcripts will be forwarded to you in Microsoft Word 2007 files which are fully accessible and editable.  An example transcript can be provided at your request.


Our Rates

Our transcription rates start at a very competitive $1.60 per audio minute for one speaker audio.  Rates vary according to clarity and number of speakers.  Please contact us for an exact quotation.


Did You Know?

An hour of digital recording can take between 3-7 hours to transcribe, depending on the number of speakers and quality of the recording.  To improve the quality of your recordings and keep the billable rate as low as possible, follow these simple tips:

  • Minimise background noise - Switch off noisy appliances such as radios, TVs, air conditioners etc and try to never record in busy places like trains, cafes and places where other people are talking in the background.
  • Use quality digital recording equipment and familiarise yourself with your device and all its settings.
  • Place the microphone as close as possible to the speakers.
  • Clearly repeat or – even better – spell the names of people, places and acronyms.
  • Before starting your recording, run a sound check to ensure the recording is clear.


Impressed?

Are you ready to submit your files and commence working with our Australia based transcription service?  Our transcriptionists are second to none and you are assured of a top quality transcript that will be delivered  well within your deadline.  Never fear, the fact that we are located in Melbourne, Australia doesn’t mean a thing!  Our systems and procedures ensure that the physical location of our clients is mostly irrelevant.  So no matter where you are based you’ll still get the highest level of audio transcription from us here at MJS.