Yes! High-volume requests qualify for discounts off standard rates for transcription and post-production services.

We accept a wide range of multimedia formats, but here are the most common formats: mp3, mp4, m4a, m4v, and mov.

Our system can accept files up to 3GB in size and up to 5 hours (300 minutes) in duration by default. If you have a file that exceeds those limits, however, please contact us and we can process these on a case-by-case basis.

No. If we need to compress your file for processing transcription and captions, we will duplicate the file and compress that file instead. Video encoding will then be added to the original file if this add-on service is ordered.

Transcription services are specialized services that convert spoken language from audio or video files into written text, known as a transcript. This process can be carried out by professional transcriptionists (human transcription services) or through automated transcription tools powered by AI. The choice between human and automated options often depends on the desired accuracy level, the project’s specific requirements, and the deadline. In human-generated transcription, a transcriber listens to the audio recording and writes down the content verbatim, ensuring high-quality output. Automated systems, while faster and often more affordable, may produce less accurate results due to limitations in AI technology.

There are various types of transcription services available to cater to different needs. These include legal transcription, which focuses on legal documents, medical transcription, which requires knowledge of medical terminology, and general transcription for interviews, podcasts, and other content.

Using human transcription services offers several benefits over automated options. The primary advantage is the highly accurate human transcription, which ensures that nuances, accents, and context are captured correctly. Human transcriptionists can also provide verbatim transcriptions that reflect the speaker’s tone and intent, making the final transcript more reliable. Additionally, they can handle specialized fields like legal transcription or medical transcription, where terminology is crucial. Overall, human services provide a level of detail and precision that automated tools often lack.

The turnaround time for transcription services can vary widely depending on several factors, including the length and complexity of the audio or video files and the service provider’s workload. Generally, human transcription can take anywhere from a few hours to several days to complete, particularly if a high level of accuracy is required. Some services offer expedited options for an additional fee, which can significantly reduce the turnaround time. In contrast, automated transcription services can provide results almost instantly, though the accuracy may not meet professional standards. At Karasch we commit to respect the deadline for your transcript project.