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The Studio
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Services
Audio Recording, Mixing, Editing & Mastering
From the earliest stages of pre-production to a final master, we will get you there from beginning to end.
We are constantly being told by our clients that our comfortable environment is the perfect place for the expression of creative energy.
We can accommodate most recording needs for individual artists, producers, and bands.
Have you already recorded a bunch of tracks somewhere and need to get them mixed or are you working on a re-mix? We can work with almost any audio format, so bring us those tracks!
Have you already finished a recording project and you need to get it mastered?
We'll make it so your recording is ready for the big time!
Do you need a voice over done for a TV or radio spot your working on? We've got you covered.
Are you a teacher/educator looking to make an audio lesson(s)? We do this all the time.
Are you a publisher wanting to manufacture an audio book? Not a problem.
Are you going to record a live gig or go to another studio to record and you need an engineer? We have the people you need! Contact us and we'll send 'em to ya!
Are you creating a cartoon or a video game? Do you need sound effects?
With our extensive sample library (over 200GBs of samples ready to go!), synthesizers and effects devices we can create whatever you need to suit the mood!
Or maybe you have a particular need? Something that's not on this list? Contact us and we'll discuss your situation, chances are we can get the job done!
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Press:
East Coast Rocker: Interview with L. Gabrielle Penabaz; 3/14/2004
Reuters T.V. News Broadcast: public interest story, global distribution; 5/2002 (Quicktime video 2.1Mb)
New York Times: "Sunday Styles" section, sunday edition; 3/3/2002
NY Arts Magazine: "Brooklyn Now" section, "Simply Grand"; 3/2002
Electronic Musician Magazine: "Letters" section, "Power To The People"; 9/2001
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Hardware:
CPU & Recording Hardware Platforms
Apple MacPro 3.2 Ghz Xeon 8-Core w/ 6 GBs RAM
Apogee X-Series: 16-channel 24bit @ 192kHz A/D & D/A converters
Apogee Rosetta 200: 2-channel 24bit @ 192kHz A/D & D/A converters
Digidesign M-Box: 2-Channel 48kHz A/D & D/A converters
Sony PCM-R500: 2-track DAT recorder
Teac X-1000R: 1/4" 2-track open-reel ATR
Console/Mixers
Neve 8816: 16 channel mixer w/ total recall
Mackie 1604: 16 channel sub-mixer
Mackie 1202: 12 channel sub-mixer
Dynamics & EQ Processors
(2) Empirical Labs EL8X-S Distressor: stereo/dual mono compressor/limiter
(1) Focusrite LiquidMix: 16 channel covolution dynamics & eq processor
(1) TC Electronic Finalizer 96k: digital stereo mastering processor
(1) Urei 1178: stereo/dual mono FET peak limiter/compressor
Mic Pre-Amps (outboard)
(1) ART Tube MP: mono tube mic pre
(1) Focusrite Red 1: matched 4 channel mic pre
Microphones
(2) AKG C414
(2) AKG C418
(2) AKG C480
(1) AKG D112
(1) AKG Solidtube
(2) Audio-Technica 4050
(1) Beyer-Dynamic M88
(1) B.L.U.E. Kiwi
(1) Electro-Voice RE-20
(2) Neumann KM-184
(1) Neumann KM-84
(1) Neumann U87
(2) Sennheiser MD421
(1) Sennheiser E901
(4) Shure SM57
(2) Shure SM58
(1) Shure Green Bullet
Monitors
Mackie HR824
Outboard Effects Processors
Digitech IPS 33B: harmonizer
Digitech RDS 1900: digital delay
Electrix WarpFactory: vocoder/formant filter
Eventide DSP 4000 Ultra-Harmonizer: multi-effects
Lexicon 300 Digital Effects System: multi-effects
TC Electronic Fireworx: multi-effects
TC Electronic M-One: dual-effects
Yamaha SPX 90: stereo effects
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Software:
Digital Audio Workstations
Digital Performer 6
Logic Pro 8.11
Pro Tools LE 7.4 w/ the "Producer Bundle" upgrade
2-Track Editing & Mastering
Jam 6
Peak 5.2
Recycle 2.1
Waveburner 1.5.1
3rd Party Plug-In Bundles
Bomb Factory BF76
Bomb Factory Essentials Bundle
Metric Halo Spectrafoo
PSP Lexicon 42 & 84
Waves Gold Bundle
Waves V-Series Bundle
3rd Party Software Instruments
BFD 1 & 2
IK Multimedia Ampeg SVX & Fender suites
Native Instruments Komplete 5
Reason 4.0
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Instruments:
Guitars
Gibson Les Paul standard (c. 1980s)
Gibson Explorer (c. 1980s)
Guild Nylon string classical acoustic
Ovation 6 & 12 steel string acoustics
Basses
Fender Jazz Bass "Special"
MusicMan Sterling
Amplifiers
Ampeg SB-12 "Flip-Top": 20 watt bass combo (c. 1960s)
(2) Tech 21 Trademark 60: 60watt guitar combo w/ 12" driver
Line 6 POD X3: digital bass/guitar amp, cabinet & f/x modeler
Synths & Samplers
Akai S-3000: sampler
Alesis DM5: drum module
Arp Odyssey: analog synth (c. 1960s, white face... very rare!)
Crumar DS2: digital synth
EMu Orbit: digital synth module
(2) Roland Hand-Sonic: electronic drum pad & sound module
Roland TD-7: electronic drum set & sound module
Roland XP-50: digital synth
Moog muSonics Mini-Moog: analog synth (c.1970s)
Yamaha A4000: sampler
(2) Waldorf Pulse: MIDI controllable analog synth
Waldorf Microwave XT: wavetable digital synth
Drums
Ludwig Superphonic 5 1/2" x 14" snare (c. 1960s)
Pearl Forum series 4-piece rock kit
Slingerland Artist Pro 4-piece rock kit
Ludwig 3-piece "Blue Pearl" jazz kit (c. 1960s)
Yamaha 7" x 14" oak shell snare
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Staff:
Fearless Leader
A.J. Tissian
Founder, owner and head engineer, A.J. is fluent in analog and digital mediums. He is a member of the Audio Engineering Society and has over 25 years of performing, recording and producing experience.
A.J. works extensively with Warner Music Group, Atlantic Records, Stern's Music Group, Afropop Worldwide, and a host of other independent clients.
He also teaches several courses at the SAE Institute of Technology in New York City.
Resident Engineers
Steve Wall
Steve Wall is an engineer/producer/musician that has the right combination of technical mastery, knowledge of acoustics, and "I can vibe with him" personality to allow the artists he works with to stay comfortable, focused, creative, and well... happy.
Clients have gone on to say that "Steve has huge ears and a big heart..." and, "Unlike a lot of engineers/producers you'll work with, Steve is actually a great musical talent..."
Joe Philips
Bio coming soon.
Angelo LaPiana
Bio coming soon.
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Rates & Policies:
Recording/Mixing Rates:
Studio rates include one of our outstanding resident engineers, use of all of our in-house equipment, instruments and isolation booth.
Our standard hourly rate is $50/hr with a 4 hour minimum*.
We also offer a 'day rate' of 10 hrs for $450.00 flat*. 'Day rates' can not and will not be divided on to multiple calendar days.
If you book 2 consecutive days (20 hrs.), we'll give a 'bulk rate' of $800 flat* (what a deal!!!)
If you need more space, a larger console, want to use 2" analog tape for recording and/or mixing or need to record a whole band "live", we offer a 'Studio Upgrade Package". email us for more specific information about the Studio Upgrade Package.
* = These rates do not apply to the Studio Upgrade Package, please contact us for more info.
Mastering Rates:
Our mastering rate is $50/hr if the client is not present during the mastering of the recording with ONE free update if something needs to be corrected.
Our mastering rate is $75/hr if the client wishes to be present during the mastering of the recording and any updates will be charged for time as well.
Payments:
We accept cash, money orders, certified or corporate checks and all major credit cards.
Sorry, personal checks are not accepted without a prior discussion with and permission of studio management.
For all sessions we require a 50% deposit, paid at the time of booking your session. The remaining balance is to be paid at the conclusion of your scheduled session. Or if you prefer, your deposit can roll-over to future bookings.
If at the end of a session there is a remaining unpaid balance of any amount, the client will not be permitted to leave the premises with any version of their work, in progress, finished or otherwise, until that balance is paid in full. Sorry but this is non-negotiable.
Booking & Cancellations:
We work on 'first come, first serve' basis so it's best to plan ahead and book early.
If you have booked a session, the session (and the clock) starts at your scheduled start time.
If a booking needs to be cancelled, it must be cancelled at least 7 days (1 week) in advance of your scheduled session in order to receive a refund of your deposit.
All bookings made within 1 week of the project start date are final.
Sorry, 'Booking and Cancellation' policies are non-negotiable.
Other Stuff:
If your project will consist of more than 3 songs, averaging more than 12 tracks each, you will need to purchase a 7200 rpm eSATA or Firewire (1394) external hard drive for the recording / editing / mixing / mastering / archiving of your work. They cost anywhere from about $135-$230 depending on how much space you will require... You can purchase this yourself at J&R World, New Egg, CompUSA, macmall.com, etc, or we can acquire it for you, paid for at the time you pay your deposit...
You will also be given an allowance of up to 2 audio CDs of your work at the conculsion of each session. All extra burns will cost $5 each.
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