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Analog configuration:
(Analog inputs before interface/Pro Tools)
Our 36 input custom analog console features all of the classics in one uniform configuration -- from Neve and API, to Trident, Universal Audio, EMI and more. Our front end offers the best real world analog mic preamps, compressors and EQ's. For editing and capture, we utilize the latest Pro Tools software alongside Universal Audio's professional series interfaces (Apollo x Gen 2 + 36 cores of UAD DSP). Additionally, our entire facility is wired only with highest grade cabling from Mogami and Canare.
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Neve 1073 preamp + 1073 EQ + 33609 compressor
Neve 1073 preamp + 1073 EQ + 33609 compressor
Neve 1073 preamp + 1081 EQ + Teletronix LA-2A comp / limiter
Neve 1073 preamp + 1081 EQ + Teletronix LA-2A comp / limiter
Neve 1073 preamp (w/ modified tube output)
Neve 1073 preamp (w/ modified tube output)
API preamp + API 560 EQ + 1176 Blue Stripe compressor
API preamp + API 560 EQ + 1176 Blue Stripe compressor
Trident A Range preamp + EQ + Manley ELOP+ compressor
Trident A Range preamp + EQ + Manley ELOP+ compressor
Universal Audio 610 preamp +EQ +1176 compressor
Universal Audio 610 preamp +EQ +1178 compressor
Universal Audio 610 preamp +EQ++1178 compressor
Manley channel strip (pre + compressor + EQ + Limiter)
Manley channel strip (pre + compressor + EQ + Limiter)
Melcor preamp + pultec EQ
(EMI) Silverr 47 preamp + Chandler (EMI) TG opto compressor
(EMI) Silverr 47 preamp + Chandler (EMI) TG opto compressor
Shadow Hills GAMA pre + Manley Massive Passive EQ
+ Manley Slam compressor
Shadow Hills GAMA pre + Manley Massive Passive EQ
+ Manley Slam compressor
Channel 21
Shadow Hills GAMA pre + IGS 825 EQ + Shadow Hills Mono Optograph
Channel 22
Shadow Hills GAMA pre + IGS 825 EQ + Shadow Hills Mono Optograph
Channel 23
Triton Germanium preamp
Channel 24
Triton Germanium preamp
Channel 25
SSL preamp
Channel 26
SSL preamp
Channels 27-30
Tamura Console 1970s black face Preamp + Console EQ
Channels 31-36:
Line inputs (aux ins, synths, laptops, etc.)
Why is analog so important?
If you are an audiophile then you know that the weight and dimension of your recording is best served by real world transformers, tubes and high fidelity components. Specifically crucial to any recording are your mic preamps on the front end before signal is captured into an editing system like Pro Tools. In days past, studios were married to a one console sound (a Neve, an SSL, a Trident etc). This approach is outdated and sonically very limiting. Throughout my career, I have used various consoles from all over the world and only fairly recently has the reality of combining consoles become a viable possibility. Today, we have the flexibility to interweave these consoles and preamp "flavors". This modern approach creates more sonic choice during production and ultimately leads to a more vibrant sound overall.
Microphones
Microphones
(1x) Telefunken ELA M-251
(1x) Stam SA-800G (Sony replica)
(2x) Neumann U87
(1x) Stager SR-1A
(1x) Stager SR-2N
(1x) Shure SM7
(1x) AKG D12 (Original 1960s)
(1x) AKG D112 (1990s)
(1x) AKG D190e (1960s)
(2x) Beyer Dynamic M201
(1x) AEA R84
(4x) Sennheiser 421 (Original 1970s)
(2x) Sennheiser 906
(4x) Sennheiser 609
(1x) Telefunken M80
(1x) Telefunken M81
(1x) Telefunken M82
(6x) Rode NT2 (vintage early 90s)
(2x) Rode Nt5 (matched)
(1x) Shure Unidyne 544s (Original 1960s)
(1x) Shure SM81
(8x) Shure SM 57
(4x) Shure Sm 58
(2x) Shure Beta 58
(4x) Shure Beta 57
(1x) Shure Beta 52
(1x) Shure Beta 56
Amplifiers & Instruments
VOX AC30 (handwired)
VOX 2X12 Cabinet (Blue Alnicos)
1968 Fender Custom Vibro Champ
1968 Fender 10" vintage cabinet
1965 Guild Thunder 1 amp
1966 Gibson RV-15 amp
1970s Yamaha RA-50 4x12 w/ Leslie rotary
1975 HH V-S 100 (used by Marc Bolan, The Sweet)
1975 HH Acoustics 212 cabinet
Audio Kitchen Big Chopper
Marshall Origin 50
Roland JC40
Roland 2x10 cabinet
1969 (CBS era) Fender CFA7001 Amp
1969 Fender CFA 6x12 Cabinets (x2)
Bad Cat Lynx X (handwired)
Fender 2x12 Cabinet
Gretsch 6159
Ampeg SVT head 1970s (previously owned by Bauhaus / Love and Rockets)
Ampeg B25
SVT 8x10 cabinet
SVT 1x15 cabinet
Guild Starfire III (Vintage)
Guild Starfire Electric 12 String
Fender Telecaster (Nashville Deluxe)
Fender Telecaster (American custom)
Epiphone Sheraton
Epiphone Les Paul Custom
Epiphone SG Custom
Epiphone Les Paul Standard
1975 Rickenbacker 4001 Bass
Fender P-Bass (American custom)
Fender PJ Bass (American custom)
Fender P-Bass (Roasted Maple Neck)
Fender Jazz Bass (MIJ - Geddy Lee neck)
Guild 12 String Acoustic
Seagull D6 Acoustic
Baby Martin Acoustic
Art & Luthier Parlor Acoustic
Ibanez Tenor Acoustic
1918 Upright Grand Piano (DeRivas & Harris)
1973 Fender Rhodes Piano
1970s Vintage Wurlitzer orbit organ
1959 Hammond M3
Synths & Electronic
Black Corporation - Deckards Dream (CS-80)
Modal Electronics Carbon 8M
Dave Smith Prophet XL
Dave Smith Tempest
Elektron Analog Rytm MII
AKAI MPC X workstation
Deepmind 12 analog synthesizer
Poly D analog synthesizer
Roland A88 fully weighted midi controller
Complete ROLAND iCloud virtual instruments
Drums & Percussion
C&C Custom 12th and Vine (22, 16, 14)
Premier (English Made) 22, 16, 14 & optional 13
1969 Ludwig 22, 16, 14
Ludwig Acrolite Snare (1970s) #404 14”
CC & Player Date Snare 14"
Assorted Zildjian and Paiste cymbals
Assorted shakers & tambourines
Assortment of Kick Drum pedals
System info
System 1 Pro Tools + Universal Audio Apollo 36 input (MAC)
Universal Audio Ultimate library + 36 cores of DSP
System 2 Pro Tools + BLA HD interface / 18 input (MAC)
System 3 (portable use) Pro Tools + SSL interface
All major plug in providers
Monitors
(Mains) Adam A77X + matching Adam Sub
(Near field) Yamaha NS10 + matching Yamaha Sub
(Near field) Genelec 8330a + Genelec 7350 Sub
(Small) Yamaha Mini NS10mm
*Due to maintenance and repair some amps or instruments may not be available at all times.
Studio Rooms (1600 square feet)
Studio A - large live room, drum tracking
Studio B - amps / upright piano / acoustics
Studio C - primary vocal booth & iso room
Studio D - auxiliary iso room
Control Room - mixing & mastering suite