Spring Studio

THE AUDIO SIDE of THINGS

I also shoot & complete DVD’s for artists from around the world. (see the Recent Video Productions Page)
I have produced over 250 audio CD's and produced 15 concert films and documentaries,
as well as cutting thousands of LP's since I started recording professionally in 1978. I specialize in World music, Choirs, Jazz, Folk, some Rock, Acoustic and Vocal work. I have a studio in Prahran, Victoria, where I record, mix and master on a daily basis.

During this time I have also spent a little - probably not enough - time recording my own work. Since we are coming to a time in history when 'all the dreams are coming true and stories told', I feel it is time to complete the work I came here to do.

TARKA LIVE - see menu on left

Next year my work with Anthony Phillips TARKA will finally be be performed live in Melbourne, 12,000 miles from where it was concieved. The setting may be different but the message remains the same. Look around you - see the beauty, witness it while you can. Thats all you need to do. Your consciousness will do the rest, trust me.

Live recording

a variety of mobile rigs are available, tailored to provide quality recordings in any venue -from the Club to the Concert Hall.

For Multitrack I use ADAT HD24's which give 21 hours uninterrupted 24 track 24bit recording per drive. The drives are hot swappable.

I have a nice collection of condenser microphones which allow me to cover most types of concert,and a good long term relationship with several suppliers who can help me with extra mics at short notice when the need arises

A recent acquisition is a high resolution stereo master recorder which goes beyond 192 KHz 24 bit to the fabled one bit 2.6 and 5.2 MHz. Absolutely stunning results.

Vinyl Mastering

I have had over 20 years experience in cutting acetates for vinyl pressing. Pictured is the VMS 70 Lathe I rebuilt and used for disc mastering at Zenith Records. Previously I was the principle mastering engineer for Corduroy Records, and before that, the Pressing Plant and Richmond Recorders.

Recording

in up to 4 different acoustic spaces with several different stereo headphone mixes.
Up to a eight piece band for a live approach.
Great mics and 30 years mic placement experience creates a great sound.

Midi - schmidi

MIDI instruments and Score creation as an option for any project requiring arrangements for guest musicians. My experience composing/mixing orchestras and large diverse groups can also help in the preparation and printing of scores. SIbelius 5.2 in the studio ROCKS.

Arrangement

I specialize in arrangement and accompaniment, covering a wide range of styles and instruments. I also have a diverse musicians register so I can call upon talent when required.

Editing

Over 18 years experience in HD editing, pitch correction, timing etc. Non invasive and painless!
200 simultaneous tracks of audio can be recorded, and mixed in a fully automated environment.

Mixing YOUR Home Studio Recordings

Many new home studio owners underestimate the art of mixing. I have often downloaded completed multi-track projects from computer or portable HD recorder and made them sound wonderful.

Surround Mixes - 5.1

I usually mix in in Nuendo. This powerful program makes mixing a quick and repeatable exercise.
Several recent projects have been mixed in Dolby 5.1 for DVD release.

Mastering

I regularly produce masters for DVD, CD and vinyl from a variety of sources and send them around the world. If you are in a hurry, I can 'yousendit' for you

Artwork

I have worked with Bee Williamson on a large number of original art projects for CD covers, posters and booklets. She runs a full time graphics and art business in Melbourne. If you visit her website have a look at the CD covers as well as the prints she has done . .

Here's a link