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STUDIO

A New World-Class Studio for Sonic Excellence: Coming Soon to Atlanta

I am currently in the infrastructure phase of launching a new studio facility designed for global-tier audio production. Built to deliver technical excellence, the workflow is anchored by an Argosy Console desk and a curated collection of professional hardware.
 

From analog warmth to modern precision, this space is being developed to transform vision into high-impact, global-standard music and entertainment.
 

Featured Highlights:

Preamps & Dynamics: D.W. Fearn VT-1, Avalon 737, Focusrite RED 3, and Empirical Labs Distressor.

Microphones: Neumann U87, Royer 121, and other industry-standard transducers.

Outboard Gear: A premier collection of high-end processors, boutique signal chains, and elite effects.

Selected highlights

Studio Specifications & Equipment

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Recording Formats

  • Workstation: Argosy Dual 15K | Specialized 88-key keyboard console with dual 15° wrap-around racks.

  • Computer: MacBook Pro M4 Pro | 14-core CPU, 20-core GPU, 48GB Unified Memory.

  • DAW: Logic Pro X | Industry-standard environment for composition and production.

  • Console: Mackie 32·8 Console | Classic 8-bus analog architecture.

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Preamps & Channel Strips

  • D.W. Fearn VT-1 | Vacuum Tube Preamplifier (Flagship)

  • Avalon VT-737sp | Tube Channel Strip

  • Demeter Amplification | H-Series Tube Mic Preamp

  • Sytek MPX-4Aii | 4-Channel Discrete Mic Preamp (12 Channels Total)

  • Focusrite Green 3 | Voicebox Channel Strip

  • Bellari RP 220 | Dual Tube Microphone Preamp

  • Lexicon Signature 285 | (Designed by John McIntyre)

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Dynamics Processors

  • Focusrite Red 3 | Dual Compressor/Limiter

  • Empirical Labs EL8 Distressor | (2 Units)

  • PreSonus ACP88 & ACP-8 | 16 Channels of Analog Dynamics & Gating

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Equalization (EQ)

  • Focusrite Red 2 | Dual Equalizer

  • Nightpro (Maag) EQ3-D | Legendary Air Band Stereo EQ

  • Symetrix 552E | Dual 5-Band Parametric EQ

  • Ashly GQX-3102 & dbx 1231 | High-Precision Graphic EQ

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Microphones

  • Neumann U87 | Multi-Pattern Condenser

  • Royer R-121 | Ribbon Microphone

  • Electro-Voice RE20 | Broadcast Dynamic

  • Neumann KM 184 | Small Diaphragm Condenser

  • AKG C451B | Small Diaphragm Condenser

  • AKG D112 | Kick Drum/Bass Mic

  • Shure Beta 57 & SM57 | (5 Units)

  • Shure SM58 & Vintage Shure Model 51 | (1950s Era)

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Time-Based Effects & Mastering

  • Lexicon PCM 91 & PCM 90 | World-standard Digital Reverbs

  • TC Electronic Finalizer Express | Studio Mastering Processor

  • TC Electronic D-Two | Multi-Tap Rhythm Delay

  • Yamaha SPX990 & REV500 | Multi-Effect Processors

  • Lexicon MPX1 & MPX 100 | Dual Channel FX

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