Empire Studio 1 at Empire Music Studios A.K.A Studio52
Recording Studio · Private space
About this space
Studio 1 is our mid-size complete studio, perfect for all artists who have an important set of music to record. The acoustics and sound separation are second to none. This studio has a great sounding isolated drum booth with a Yamaha Kit, a comfortable recording space which includes a choice of amps and a vintage Baldwin Piano. Studio 1 also has a state-of-the-art recording and mixing control room with 32 mainly valve channels for recording on a variety of DAW platforms including Logic Pro, Pro Tools and Luna. Major brands in the fitout include RME, ADAM, Sebatron, Yamaha, Universal Audio, TLA, Audio Technica, SE, Mogami and Warm Audio. This is the space for you if you're looking to get some highly professional work done with a solo artist or duo or even a 5-6 piece band. You can use our drums and amps to save time at no extra expense or bring in your own band gear.
The studio can be used for podcasts along with any vocal or instrumental recordings. With a great range of top quality microphones and amazing valve preamps you can be sure to get exceptional sound recordings. As part of our ADAM AUDIO Listening Centre experience you will also get the excellent monitoring from S Series Speakers.
The studio can also be hired for Presentations, Listening Events, workshops and Studio Tours of all of our studios can be provided as part of an event or supplied for a variety of demonstration purposes as part of an event or workshop.
Prices
Studio rates include a professional engineer to run the session or to assist your engineer or producer. Main Engineer for this studio is Simon Paparo, contact us for choice of engineers and price variations.
*Studio full Day = 10 hours
Dry hire without engineer: POA Daily Hires only
Please note that these rates are generally for recording and that other surcharges may apply for other uses or on a per person basis if a large group of people involved using the facilities.
Hourly and Daily Rates are subject to variation - depending on purpose, times required, staff required etc POA.
Half Days and Full Day Bookings Preferred.
Half Day bookings are usually Morning 10am-3pm or Afternoon 3pm-8pm.
Studio includes professional engineer supplied.
Prices include GST
Drums, Piano, Keyboards and Amps supplied at no extra charge
We recommend that you bring your own hard drive for additional back up of files as we do not guarantee storage of files beyond the session period.
Studio rates include a professional engineer to run the session or to assist your engineer or producer. Main Engineer for this studio is Simon Paparo, contact us for choice of engineers and price variations.
*Studio full Day = 10 hours
Dry hire without engineer: POA Daily Hires only
Please note that these rates are generally for recording and that other surcharges may apply for other uses or on a per person basis if a large group of people involved using the facilities.
Hourly and Daily Rates are subject to variation - depending on purpose, times required, staff required etc POA.
Half Days and Full Day Bookings Preferred.
Half Day bookings are usually Morning 10am-3pm or Afternoon 3pm-8pm.
Studio includes professional engineer supplied.
Prices include GST
Drums, Piano, Keyboards and Amps supplied at no extra charge
We recommend that you bring your own hard drive for additional back up of files as we do not guarantee storage of files beyond the session period.
Studio rates include a professional engineer to run the session or to assist your engineer or producer. Main Engineer for this studio is Simon Paparo, contact us for choice of engineers and price variations.
*Studio full Day = 10 hours
Dry hire without engineer: POA Daily Hires only
Please note that these rates are generally for recording and that other surcharges may apply for other uses or on a per person basis if a large group of people involved using the facilities.
Hourly and Daily Rates are subject to variation - depending on purpose, times required, staff required etc POA.
Half Days and Full Day Bookings Preferred.
Half Day bookings are usually Morning 10am-3pm or Afternoon 3pm-8pm.
Studio includes professional engineer supplied.
Prices include GST
Drums, Piano, Keyboards and Amps supplied at no extra charge
We recommend that you bring your own hard drive for additional back up of files as we do not guarantee storage of files beyond the session period.
Studio rates include a professional engineer to run the session or to assist your engineer or producer. Main Engineer for this studio is Simon Paparo, contact us for choice of engineers and price variations.
*Studio full Day = 10 hours
Dry hire without engineer: POA Daily Hires only
Please note that these rates are generally for recording and that other surcharges may apply for other uses or on a per person basis if a large group of people involved using the facilities.
Hourly and Daily Rates are subject to variation - depending on purpose, times required, staff required etc POA.
Half Days and Full Day Bookings Preferred.
Half Day bookings are usually Morning 10am-3pm or Afternoon 3pm-8pm.
Studio includes professional engineer supplied.
Prices include GST
Drums, Piano, Keyboards and Amps supplied at no extra charge
We recommend that you bring your own hard drive for additional back up of files as we do not guarantee storage of files beyond the session period.
Studio rates include a professional engineer to run the session or to assist your engineer or producer. Main Engineer for this studio is Simon Paparo, contact us for choice of engineers and price variations.
*Studio full Day = 10 hours
Dry hire without engineer: POA Daily Hires only
Please note that these rates are generally for recording and that other surcharges may apply for other uses or on a per person basis if a large group of people involved using the facilities.
Hourly and Daily Rates are subject to variation - depending on purpose, times required, staff required etc POA.
Half Days and Full Day Bookings Preferred.
Half Day bookings are usually Morning 10am-3pm or Afternoon 3pm-8pm.
Studio includes professional engineer supplied.
Prices include GST
Drums, Piano, Keyboards and Amps supplied at no extra charge
We recommend that you bring your own hard drive for additional back up of files as we do not guarantee storage of files beyond the session period.
Studio rates include a professional engineer to run the session or to assist your engineer or producer. Main Engineer for this studio is Simon Paparo, contact us for choice of engineers and price variations.
*Studio full Day = 10 hours
Dry hire without engineer: POA Daily Hires only
Please note that these rates are generally for recording and that other surcharges may apply for other uses or on a per person basis if a large group of people involved using the facilities.
Hourly and Daily Rates are subject to variation - depending on purpose, times required, staff required etc POA.
Half Days and Full Day Bookings Preferred.
Half Day bookings are usually Morning 10am-3pm or Afternoon 3pm-8pm.
Studio includes professional engineer supplied.
Prices include GST
Drums, Piano, Keyboards and Amps supplied at no extra charge
We recommend that you bring your own hard drive for additional back up of files as we do not guarantee storage of files beyond the session period.
Studio rates include a professional engineer to run the session or to assist your engineer or producer. Main Engineer for this studio is Simon Paparo, contact us for choice of engineers and price variations.
*Studio full Day = 10 hours
Dry hire without engineer: POA Daily Hires only
Please note that these rates are generally for recording and that other surcharges may apply for other uses or on a per person basis if a large group of people involved using the facilities.
Hourly and Daily Rates are subject to variation - depending on purpose, times required, staff required etc POA.
Half Days and Full Day Bookings Preferred.
Half Day bookings are usually Morning 10am-3pm or Afternoon 3pm-8pm.
Studio includes professional engineer supplied.
Prices include GST
Drums, Piano, Keyboards and Amps supplied at no extra charge
We recommend that you bring your own hard drive for additional back up of files as we do not guarantee storage of files beyond the session period.
Capacity
Catering and drinks
Facilities
Music & sound equipment
Accessibility
Rules of the space
Allowed events
Host rules
No smoking in the building, smoking area provided outside if required.
Alcohol licence can be provided by 3rd party caterer and temporary licences can be applied for depending on the event.
Access times are to be determined and will depend on daily bookings of the recording studios, separate to the event bookings.
Aspects of the booking such as Cleaning, Staff requirements and Security to be determined as appropriate per event.
Empire reserves the right to refuse bookings that do not suit or respect the nature of the venue.
Strict policies will apply regarding damage or theft to recording studio property.
Please discuss all aspects of your event with the event manager, Paul Higgins.
Cancellation policy: Standard 30 day with Grace Period
Empire Music Studios offers a unique multi-studio and multi events space built within a large 1250sqm warehouse.
Perfect for music-themed parties and events, private concerts, album launches, music industry parties, corporate events, team building and workshops.
With two stages, complete in-house sound and lighting, three grand pianos, a photography studio, bar and a catering kitchen.
Empire can cater for all kinds of parties, concerts and events with that cool music industry vibe and that red carpet touch.
We also provide photographers and video services along with catering, bar staff and security. We have a variable liquor licence for our own events but can also allow outside access to Event companies and caterers with an external liquor licence.
Empire is a fully commercial recording studio facility by day but can readily transform into a club-like atmosphere and provide live music both on the main stage in Studio A as well as in the front lounge bar area.
Empire has a flat easy load-in and has facilities for wheelchair access and for people of differing needs. As a bonus, there is plenty of easy un-restricted parking available right nearby.
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