Sound Mixing Studios in Manchester
As we know… mixing is a key element to the recording process. It can make or break a great performance & recording.
Our music studio’s centre piece is the 48 input Neve Genesys, hand-built in the UK. It combines the best analogue design and true Neve preamp circuitry with hands-on DAW control and MADI connectivity for Pro Tools Ultimate HDX, Logic Pro X, Cubase/Nuendo etc.
We have the 24 fader configuration of mic/line preamps plus 24 channels of DAW mixing and 48-channel analogue summing when mixing, eight auxiliary buses, and eight group buses and Dolby calibrated Atmos monitoring.
Our Genesys includes Encore fader automation, Neve’s proprietary Total Recall, digital control of EQ (16x Neve 1084 & 8x 88RS EQ circuitry), Lynx Auroa N A/D/A converters, Lavry Savitr A/D master mix & tracking converter.
Please see our extensive list of high end outboard EQ and compressors here
Mixing at 80 HERTZ, or via remote dial in online
You may bring in your laptop or production computer and simply plug into the Neve Genesys desk via firewire and use the desk as you would a normal sound card, with all of the inputs and outputs the desk has to offer. Enabling quick and painless plug and play options.
We are compatible with major DAW’s/sequencers – format conversions can be done without any issues via the OMF or AAF file formats. Pro Tools preferred. We have a Pro Tools HDX Mtrx Studio system with Dante. Our Lynx Aura (n) has 48 ins and outs. We can print mixies digitally through the worlds finest Analogue to digital convert, the Lavy Savitr Gold, or to our 1/2″ MTR 12 Otari tape machine with ATR tape.
We also provide a secure client FTP upload & download facility – useful for transferring large session.
Please enquire via phone on +44 (0) 161 850 8088 or email via our contact form below
Frequently Asked Questions
What is audio mastering?
Audio mastering is the technical and artistic process of balancing, equalising, and enhancing analogue or digital mediums to ensure the final product achieves maximum musicality and competes in the open music market. It is the last creative step before distribution.
How does online mastering work at 80 Hertz?
Upload your music via the submission form on the mastering page. George Atkins masters all material personally. Online mastering also offers the ability to monitor the session live and interact with the engineer remotely from your own location.
Who is the mastering engineer at 80 Hertz?
George Atkins, founder of 80 Hertz Studios, masters all material. He has over 16 years of mastering experience with credits spanning major and independent labels.
Is the mastering studio acoustically treated?
Yes. The mastering studio is acoustically flat and honest, providing an accurate monitoring environment essential for making precise mastering decisions.
Does 80 Hertz offer Apple Digital Masters?
Yes. 80 Hertz is Apple Digital Masters (ADM) accredited, ensuring masters meet Apple’s quality standards for the best possible playback on Apple Music and iTunes.
Can I attend a mastering session in person?
Yes. Attended mastering sessions are welcomed at the studio in Manchester. Online remote-monitored sessions are also available for clients who cannot attend in person.
What analogue equipment is used for mastering?
80 Hertz uses an analogue processing chain featuring D.W. Fearn VT7 compressor, VT5 EQ, and VT2 line amplifiers, Manley Massive Passive EQ and Vari-Mu compressor, API 2500 bus compressor, and Neve 33609J compressor with original Marinair transformers. Conversion is handled by the Lavry Savitr Gold AD-24-200.
Contact
Address
80 HERTZ Studios
The Sharp Project
Thorp Road
Manchester
M40 5BJ