Accessibility Statement for Acoustic Echoes Recording Studio
Acoustic Echoes Recording Studio is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for everyone. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards to provide equal access to all users, including people with disabilities. This statement describes our ongoing efforts to ensure our website and physical studio space are accessible to all.
Conformance Status
The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) defines requirements for designers and developers to improve accessibility for people with disabilities. It defines three levels of conformance: Level A, Level AA, and Level AAA. Acoustic Echoes Recording Studio is partially conformant with WCAG 2.1 level AA. Partially conformant means that some parts of the content do not fully conform to the accessibility standard.
Accessibility Measures
Acoustic Echoes takes the following measures to ensure accessibility:
- Include accessibility considerations throughout the design and development processes of our website and studio space.
- Employ formal accessibility quality assurance methods.
- Provide continual accessibility training for our staff.
Specific Accessibility Features on Our Website
- Alternative Text: We provide descriptive alternative text for all images and non-text elements.
- Keyboard Navigation: Our website is navigable using a keyboard alone.
- Color Contrast: We maintain sufficient color contrast between text and background.
- Consistent Navigation: The website navigation is consistent and predictable.
- Forms: Forms are structured with labels and clear instructions.
- Resizable Text: Users can resize the text on our website without loss of content or functionality.
- Skip to Content Link: A “skip to content” link is available to bypass the navigation menu and go directly to the main content.
Accessibility Features in Our Nashville Studio
We are committed to making our physical recording studio accessible to all artists and visitors. We have implemented the following accessibility features:
- Wheelchair Accessibility: Our studio entrance, hallways, and main recording room are wheelchair accessible.
- Accessible Restrooms: We provide accessible restrooms with appropriate fixtures.
- Assistive Listening Devices: We offer assistive listening devices to help clients with hearing impairments during recording sessions and consultations. Please request in advance.
- Adjustable Equipment: Our engineers can adjust equipment height and placement to accommodate clients' physical needs.
- Visual Aids: We provide large print and Braille versions of important documents, upon request.
- Dedicated Support Staff: Our staff is trained to assist clients with disabilities and provide personalized support.
Assistive Technologies
Our website is designed to be compatible with assistive technologies, including screen readers, screen magnifiers, and voice recognition software. We regularly test our website with popular assistive technologies to ensure compatibility.
We support the following browsers and assistive technology combinations:
| Browser | Assistive Technology |
|---|---|
| Chrome (latest version) | NVDA (latest version) |
| Firefox (latest version) | JAWS (latest version) |
| Safari (latest version) | VoiceOver (latest version) |
Limitations and Alternatives
Despite our best efforts to ensure accessibility of Acoustic Echoes Recording Studio, there may be some limitations. Below is a description of known limitations, and potential solutions. Please contact us if you observe an issue not listed below.
- Older Content: Some older PDF documents may not be fully accessible. We are working to update these documents or provide accessible alternatives.
- Third-Party Content: We may include content from third-party websites or services that are not fully accessible. We are working to ensure that any third-party content meets our accessibility standards.
If you encounter any accessibility barriers while using our website or visiting our studio, please contact us. We will do our best to provide an accessible alternative.
Feedback
We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of Acoustic Echoes Recording Studio. Please let us know if you encounter accessibility barriers on our website or in our studio:
- Phone: (615) 253-2000
- E-mail: [email protected]
- Visitor address: 121 Demonbreun Street, Nashville, TN 37203
We try to respond to feedback within 5 business days.
Formal Complaints
If you have a formal complaint about the accessibility of our website or studio, please submit your complaint in writing to:
Accessibility Officer
Acoustic Echoes Recording Studio
121 Demonbreun Street
Nashville, TN 37203
We will investigate your complaint and provide a written response within 30 business days.
Ongoing Efforts
Acoustic Echoes is committed to ongoing efforts to improve accessibility. We regularly review our website and studio to identify and address accessibility barriers. We also stay up-to-date on the latest accessibility standards and best practices.
Accessibility Audit
We conduct regular accessibility audits of our website and studio. The most recent audit was completed on July 15, 2024, by Accessibility First, a leading accessibility consulting firm. The audit identified several areas for improvement, which we are actively addressing.
Third-Party Accessibility Resources
The following resources may be helpful in understanding and improving accessibility:
- Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG): https://www.w3.org/WAI/standards-guidelines/wcag/
- Section 508: https://www.section508.gov/
- Accessible Rich Internet Applications (ARIA): https://www.w3.org/WAI/ARIA/
Dedicated Accessibility Team
Acoustic Echoes has a dedicated accessibility team responsible for overseeing our accessibility efforts. The team includes:
- Lead Accessibility Officer: Melody Harmon
- Website Accessibility Specialist: River Boudreaux
- Studio Accessibility Coordinator: Dakota Quinn
Date of Statement
This statement was created on October 26, 2023, and last updated on November 15, 2024.