Control Room at Monarch Studios

Music Studio · Private space

3702 Commercial Street, Vancouver, BC V5N 4G2
East Vancouver, BC

About this space

THE ROOM
The large comfortable control room is built around a 32-channel API 1608 analog console that surrounds a 16-channel Avid S3 digital mixer. The desk also houses our patch bay and an assortment of classic preamps for additional sonic options. A center gear rack is filled with the high-end boutique and classic outboard gear you would expect from a world-class studio.

MONITORS
Monitoring is provided by Barefoot MM27 mid-field speakers. They feature an innovative integrated subwoofer design with dual opposing subwoofers keeping the monitor fixed in space to provide a rock solid image. Engineers find these speakers easy to learn and use. As a second reference we have industry standard NS10 monitors powered by a Studer A68 amplifier.

QUIET
The recording computer, console power supplies, and 2″ Studer tape machine are all isolated in our machine room to keep all of the machine and fan noise outside and the control room silent.

ACOUSTICS
Acoustically, the entire recording studio is built using room-within-a-room construction creating excellent isolation between the different spaces. The inside of the control room is treated with extensive bass trapping, absorption, diffusion, and angled walls to create an incredibly accurate listening environment.

AIR
A dedicated air system feeds the control room, supplying constant fresh air and keeping it at any temperature you like. In response to COVID-19 we have upgraded the filters in our HVAC system to MERV13 hospital-grade filters, and added portable IQAir HyperHEPA filters to our control room and tracking rooms.

COMFORT
There is a desk and large couch at the back of the room making the control room an incredibly comfortable place to work, even for larger groups. The studio is lit with Philips Hue lighting, so the tone and colour of all lighting can be customized to create the perfect mood for your session.


Prices

Sunday
10:00 am – 8:00 pm
from C$125 hire fee per hour
Per hour
10:00 am – 8:00 pm
from C$125 hire fee per hour
Per day
10:00 am – 8:00 pm
from C$850 hire fee per day
Note: All prices include sales tax.
HOURLY RATES
$125/hour, includes Engineer
Minimum 4 hour booking required.

DAY RATES
$850/10-hour day, includes Engineer.

OPTIONAL EXTRAS
RENTAL INSTRUMENTS
$50/day for any one item, or $100/day for the entire collection. See Equipment page for more details.

PIANO TUNING
$150+gst. There is no charge to use our Yamaha C7 Grand Piano. If you would like the piano tuned for your session, please let us know at the time of your booking so we can schedule that for you.
Monday
10:00 am – 8:00 pm
from C$125 hire fee per hour
Per hour
10:00 am – 8:00 pm
from C$125 hire fee per hour
Per day
10:00 am – 8:00 pm
from C$850 hire fee per day
Note: All prices include sales tax.
HOURLY RATES
$125/hour, includes Engineer
Minimum 4 hour booking required.

DAY RATES
$850/10-hour day, includes Engineer.

OPTIONAL EXTRAS
RENTAL INSTRUMENTS
$50/day for any one item, or $100/day for the entire collection. See Equipment page for more details.

PIANO TUNING
$150+gst. There is no charge to use our Yamaha C7 Grand Piano. If you would like the piano tuned for your session, please let us know at the time of your booking so we can schedule that for you.
Tuesday
10:00 am – 8:00 pm
from C$125 hire fee per hour
Per hour
10:00 am – 8:00 pm
from C$125 hire fee per hour
Per day
10:00 am – 8:00 pm
from C$850 hire fee per day
Note: All prices include sales tax.
HOURLY RATES
$125/hour, includes Engineer
Minimum 4 hour booking required.

DAY RATES
$850/10-hour day, includes Engineer.

OPTIONAL EXTRAS
RENTAL INSTRUMENTS
$50/day for any one item, or $100/day for the entire collection. See Equipment page for more details.

PIANO TUNING
$150+gst. There is no charge to use our Yamaha C7 Grand Piano. If you would like the piano tuned for your session, please let us know at the time of your booking so we can schedule that for you.
Wednesday
10:00 am – 8:00 pm
from C$125 hire fee per hour
Per hour
10:00 am – 8:00 pm
from C$125 hire fee per hour
Per day
10:00 am – 8:00 pm
from C$850 hire fee per day
Note: All prices include sales tax.
HOURLY RATES
$125/hour, includes Engineer
Minimum 4 hour booking required.

DAY RATES
$850/10-hour day, includes Engineer.

OPTIONAL EXTRAS
RENTAL INSTRUMENTS
$50/day for any one item, or $100/day for the entire collection. See Equipment page for more details.

PIANO TUNING
$150+gst. There is no charge to use our Yamaha C7 Grand Piano. If you would like the piano tuned for your session, please let us know at the time of your booking so we can schedule that for you.
Thursday
10:00 am – 8:00 pm
from C$125 hire fee per hour
Per hour
10:00 am – 8:00 pm
from C$125 hire fee per hour
Per day
10:00 am – 8:00 pm
from C$850 hire fee per day
Note: All prices include sales tax.
HOURLY RATES
$125/hour, includes Engineer
Minimum 4 hour booking required.

DAY RATES
$850/10-hour day, includes Engineer.

OPTIONAL EXTRAS
RENTAL INSTRUMENTS
$50/day for any one item, or $100/day for the entire collection. See Equipment page for more details.

PIANO TUNING
$150+gst. There is no charge to use our Yamaha C7 Grand Piano. If you would like the piano tuned for your session, please let us know at the time of your booking so we can schedule that for you.
Friday
10:00 am – 8:00 pm
from C$125 hire fee per hour
Per hour
10:00 am – 8:00 pm
from C$125 hire fee per hour
Per day
10:00 am – 8:00 pm
from C$850 hire fee per day
Note: All prices include sales tax.
HOURLY RATES
$125/hour, includes Engineer
Minimum 4 hour booking required.

DAY RATES
$850/10-hour day, includes Engineer.

OPTIONAL EXTRAS
RENTAL INSTRUMENTS
$50/day for any one item, or $100/day for the entire collection. See Equipment page for more details.

PIANO TUNING
$150+gst. There is no charge to use our Yamaha C7 Grand Piano. If you would like the piano tuned for your session, please let us know at the time of your booking so we can schedule that for you.
Saturday
10:00 am – 8:00 pm
from C$125 hire fee per hour
Per hour
10:00 am – 8:00 pm
from C$125 hire fee per hour
Per day
10:00 am – 8:00 pm
from C$850 hire fee per day
Note: All prices include sales tax.
HOURLY RATES
$125/hour, includes Engineer
Minimum 4 hour booking required.

DAY RATES
$850/10-hour day, includes Engineer.

OPTIONAL EXTRAS
RENTAL INSTRUMENTS
$50/day for any one item, or $100/day for the entire collection. See Equipment page for more details.

PIANO TUNING
$150+gst. There is no charge to use our Yamaha C7 Grand Piano. If you would like the piano tuned for your session, please let us know at the time of your booking so we can schedule that for you.

Capacity

Standing
up to 3

Catering and drinks

No in-house catering
External catering not allowed
Venue doesn’t provide alcohol
BYO alcohol not allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi
PA system / speakers
Air conditioning
Free parking is available on-site
Free on-street parking
Monitoring is provided by Barefoot MM27 mid-field speakers.
A dedicated air system feeds the control room, supplying constant fresh air and keeping it at any temperature you like.
There is a desk and large couch at the back of the room making the control room an incredibly comfortable place to work, even for larger groups.
Projector
Flatscreen TV
Whiteboard
Flipchart
Conference call facilities
Natural light
Storage space
Quiet space
Accommodation available

Music & sound equipment

Own music allowed
Bring your own DJ
Noise restriction

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events
Wedding licence
Temporary event notices (TENs) available

Host rules

No smoking in the building.

Cancellation policy: Standard 60 day with Grace Period

Show cancellation details

A premier recording studio in East Vancouver.

Meticulously conceived from the ground up as a space to foster creativity and capture the results.

Carefully tuned acoustics, lighting, equipment, climate, and facilities come together to create a world-class studio that brings out the best in artists and producers.

Monarch is not just a space, it’s home to a huge collection of world-class gear and equipment. Built around a custom 32-channel API Console, the studio combines the vibe of classic analog gear with the flexibility of modern digital recording. From vintage Neumann mics and Neve preamps, to Pro Tools HDX, to vintage amps, keyboards and guitars, we have everything you need to make your next recording a success.

The Monarch team works tirelessly with artists and producers to utilize the space, gear, and equipment to achieve the best possible performances and recordings. Our deep knowledge of the space, its capabilities, and available tools is one of Monarch’s greatest assets.


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