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Recording Locations

Dorothea Porsche Saal, Odeïon Kulturforum (Salzburg, AT)

Choosing the right "sound signature"

Every musical style demands its own sonic identity, and that begins with the recording environment. The acoustic character of a room, the microphone technique, and the interaction between performers all shape the final result.

Pop, Rock & Electronic Music

In modern productions, instruments and vocals are typically recorded with close‑miking techniques, often in separate rooms or at different times. A dry, controlled acoustic with high absorption and short reverberation is often the best choice: it ensures clean separation, a tighter and more energetic sound, and maximum flexibility during mixing.

Classical & Jazz

Classical and jazz ensembles perform together in the same acoustic space, with microphones placed at greater distances to capture both the direct sound and the natural reflections of the room. In these genres, the acoustic signature of the recording space becomes an essential part of the music’s character. Room size, reverberation time, and spatial depth influence not only the sound but also the musicians’ phrasing, articulation, and timing.

Large ensembles and orchestras benefit from the rich, enveloping reverberation of concert halls, churches, or spacious studios. Conversely, soloists, duos, and small ensembles often shine in more intimate rooms with a closer, warmer ambience.

Recording in Diverse Spaces

For this reason, we work not only in our studio but also in a curated selection of unique recording location, each offering its own distinctive acoustic personality. With our mobile multitrack setup, we can capture performances in spaces that best complement the music, from expansive halls to intimate rooms.

Among our favorites:

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Recording Locations Gallery

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Dorothea Porsche Saal, Odeïon Kulturforum | Salzburg, AT

20-channel setup for the Mozarteumorchester Salzburg | Photos © 2011 Michele Gaggia

 

Große Universitätsaula, Festspielbezirk | Salzburg, AT

6-channel setup for Albert Anglberger (choir) | Photos © 2012 Michele Gaggia

 

Sven Schnoor's Cottage | Kirchanschöring, DE

5-channel setup for Tomoko Sato (flute) and Mikiko Yamamoto (piano) | Photos © 2011 Michele Gaggia

 

Galaxy Studios | Mol, BE

8-channel setup in the Galaxy main hall for Fernando Gonzalez (guitar) and Aäron Wajnberg (piano) | Photos © 2009 Martin Hantich

 

Gemeindesaal Anif  | Salzburg, AT

14-channel setup for the Wave Marimba Quartet | Photos © 2010 Michele Gaggia

 

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