Business Details
30 Years
experience
Professional Music Recording Studio in Hove
Established in 1996, Church Road Recording has built a reputation as a trusted hub for music production and audio engineering. Our in-house producers, Julian Tardo and Paul Pascoe, bring decades of combined experience in recording, mixing, mastering, and location sound for music, film, and multimedia projects. We pride ourselves on blending cutting-edge technology with vintage equipment to deliver high-quality results tailored to artists' creative visions. Our studio houses an extensive collection of instruments, microphones, and outboard gear, including Neve and SSL pre-amps, Hammond organs, and rare analogue effects.Over 29 years, we've collaborated with diverse clients on award-winning documentaries, short films, and commercial music releases. Our location sound expertise extends to challenging outdoor environments using industry-standard rigs and recorders. We maintain transparent communication throughout projects, ensuring clients understand every technical and creative decision. With 24-hour access and a commitment to evolving with industry advancements, we remain a preferred partner for musicians, filmmakers, and content creators seeking professional audio solutions.
Services
Music Recording
Mixing & Mastering
Location Sound
Sound Design
Equipment Hire
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We offer 29 years of experience in music and film audio production
- Our studio combines Neve/SSL analogue desks with digital workflows
- We provide location sound services with 4K-capable field rigs
- We maintain a unique collection of vintage instruments and effects
- Our engineers have credits on award-winning documentaries and films
Services
Music Recording
Our multitrack production facility accommodates bands, solo artists, and electronic musicians. The live room supports up to 10 performers simultaneously with acoustic screening. We provide vintage and modern instruments including Hammond C3 organ, Fender guitars, and diverse drum kits. All recordings pass through our Soundtracs Quartz analogue console for authentic warmth.
Mixing & Mastering
We deliver commercial-ready masters using Genelec and JBL monitoring systems. Our engineers employ vintage outboard gear like Urei 1178 compressors alongside modern software. Services include stereo and surround mixing, vinyl preparation, and format-specific optimisation. Clients receive detailed delivery notes explaining technical decisions made during the process.
Location Sound
Julian Tardo provides location sound services with 4K-capable rigs. Equipment includes Sennheiser MK416 microphones, Zoom F8 recorders, and 4-channel Tentacle Sync timecode. We supply lavalier mics, windshields, and boom poles for dialogue capture. Our setup supports multi-camera sync and provides clean audio for documentaries, commercials, and film productions.
Sound Design
We create bespoke soundscapes using field recordings and studio resources. Our library includes contact mics, hydrophones, and binaural recording equipment. Services cover foley creation, ADR sessions, and effects processing through vintage units like the EMT140 reverb plate. Recent projects include documentary soundtracks and theatrical audio design.
Equipment Hire
We offer professional audio equipment hire for recording and live applications. Available items include Neumann U87 microphones, Apogee converters, and SSL pre-amps. Our guitar collection features Gibson Les Pauls and Fender Stratocasters. We also rent out location sound packages with full technical support and insurance options.
People
Julian Tardo
Location Sound Recordist
Julian Tardo is an experienced location sound recordist with credits on award-winning documentaries and short films. He operates with multiple radio mic systems and high-end recorders, specialising in challenging outdoor environments. His technical expertise extends to sound design and mixing.
Paul Pascoe
Producer
Paul Pascoe is a studio producer specialising in recording and mixing for music and multimedia. With over 25 years at Church Road, he combines technical precision with creative problem-solving. His work spans commercial music releases and film soundtracks.
Questions
What recording formats do you support?
We record up to 192kHz/24-bit via Apogee Rosetta converters, with Pro Tools and Logic Pro workflows. Analogue recording available through our Soundtracs Quartz console.
Can I bring my own instruments?
Yes, we encourage artists to bring personal instruments. We also provide vintage gear including Hammond organ, upright piano, and rare drum machines.
Do you offer remote mixing services?
Yes, we provide remote mixing with secure file transfers. Clients receive reference mixes and can request revisions through our online project management system.
What location sound equipment do you use?
Our location rigs include Zoom F8 recorders, Sennheiser MK416 microphones, and 4-channel Tentacle Sync timecode. We supply radio mics, boom kits, and wind protection systems.
How do I book studio time?
Contact us via phone or email to check availability. We require a 50% deposit to confirm bookings, with flexible scheduling options including 24-hour access.
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