1957
Present Day
Singer Songwriter Focus
The singer songwriter or small group will love recording in the space. Studio D has hosted a range of organic talent and genres from Rap to Native American Flute, and from karaoke enthusiasts to spoken word.
Nick O’Connor - I Will Fly Away
Theresa Peterson - College Road
Michael Worthington - To the Ground
Photo of Chaeus by Marcus Gipson
Yamaha C7 Conservatory Grand
The hallmark of Studio D is the Yamaha C7 Conservatory Grand Piano - at 7’ 6” it’s the standard for pro recording studios. It was quite a journey to find her, and she was a dream come true. It was love at first sight, and sound.
Doug Furia - Madison, Acoustic Piano - Bridal Piece
Doug Furia - Madison, Acoustic Piano with Strings
Photo by Josh Dornback
Pro Equipment
Advancements in technology have given us the ability to capture audio digitally with the warmth of analog. The resolution of the capture, the audio signal flow, cabling, and equipment quality is paramount to the final product.
Equipment List:
Apple Computer, AppleLogic Pro - Digital Audio Workstation Software
Antelope Audio Interface - 192khz High Resolution Digital
Yamaha C7 Conservatory Grand Piano - 7’6”
Mics: Earthworks PM40 Piano mic, Earthworks SR314, AKG C414 XLII, AKG 414 XLS, Neumann KMS 104, Shure SM7B, Shure Beta 87A (2), Shure Beta 57A, Shure Beta 58A, Shure SM58, Shure Beta 52A, Sennheiser e945, Sennheiser e604 (3), MXL 603S (2), Antelope Audio Edge Solo.
Studio Monitors: Mackie HR824 (2), Yamaha HS8 (2), KRK 10” Sub.
Headphones: Audeze LCD-5 flagship, Beyerdynamic DT770, AKG K612 Pro, Marantz Professional MPH-2 (2)
Cables: Mogami and Monster Pro Series
Effects Processor: Lexicon MX300
Mackie HM-800 8-channel Headphone Amplifier
Allen & Heath ZED Mixer
High Definition Recording
The 192khz high definition recording will provide a clarity and dimension you may have never heard before. CD resolution is 44khz per second in time - do the math. To hear is not to feel - that is the difference in a true high resolution, immersive sound experience. Studio D utilizes an Antelope Audio Interface to capture multi-track recordings in the high definition digital format.
Recording Studio and Venue
By day a full-service recording studio and when night falls, a comfortable venue. The vibe is undeniable, and Studio D. house concerts are food-packed, fun-packed, and promise to be a great experience for live, acoustic music.
Pro and Local Talent
Hear local talent in Studio D's audio portfolio, then link to musician sites and get out to support these amazing artists in the Rocky Mountain region and beyond. Pictured is Boulder native Wellington Bullings & guitarist Tim Wendel.
Wellington Bullings - Studio D Session, Chris Cornell cover “Seasons”
Wellington Bullings - Studio D Session, “Kiss Me Before the Rain Does”
YES, you can...
Clients include: Professional musicians, singer songwriters, karaoke singers, small groups, and voice-over talent. Studio D is the affordable resource for recording a song concept, a demo, or a fully mastered album.
Michael Williams - piano, Ronnie White - vocal - Black Woman
Resources and Connections
Doug has a wealth of resources including professional vocal classes, mixing, mastering, photography, videography, and facilitation of pro studio session player orchestrations. Take your talent to the next level!
Internet and Social Media
The internet and social media are vast resources for getting your talent heard around the world and developing a growing fan base. The possibilities are limitless!
Philosophy and Purpose
Like a multi-point star, we are all connected. If talent is your gift, honor it by sharing it, then sit back and watch the universe respond. The power of intention is real!