Business Details
19 Years
experience
Professional Music Production & Recording Services in Belfast
Established in 2007, Start Together Studio is a premier music production and recording facility based in Belfast, Northern Ireland. Our three dedicated studios are equipped with an extensive collection of analog and digital equipment, including vintage FX, tape machines, and industry-standard consoles like the SSL 4000G/G+ series. Over the past 17 years, we have worked with a diverse range of artists, labels, and broadcasters, delivering thousands of mixes and masters across genres from pop and rock to orchestral and ambient. Our team of experienced producers and engineers provides tailored support for recording, mixing, mastering, live sessions, and voice recording, ensuring each project benefits from technical excellence and creative insight. We specialise in creating immersive environments for musicians to explore their art, offering pre-production planning, session scheduling, and access to session musicians.Our commitment to quality is demonstrated through collaborations with renowned clients such as Gary Lightbody, Universal Records, and BBC Television, alongside our ongoing support for independent artists through flexible pricing and dedicated new-artist sessions. With a treated mastering room, hybrid analog-digital processing, and a focus on client collaboration, we ensure every project achieves its full potential. Our facilities also host live filmed sessions and podcast production, serving as a comprehensive hub for audio professionals. By combining technical expertise with a passion for music, we deliver results that meet the highest industry standards while maintaining an accessible, client-centric approach.
Services
Music Production
Mixing
Mastering
Live Sessions
Voice Recording
Studio Hire
Podcast Production
Songwriting Support
Session Arrangements
Equipment Setup
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We have 17+ years of experience in music production and mastering
- Our SSL 4000G/G+ console enables premium analog mixing capabilities
- We offer tailored session planning with budgeting and scheduling support
- Our treated mastering room uses hybrid analog-digital processing
- We've worked with major labels and artists including Universal and Gary Lightbody
Services
Music Production
Our music production services combine analog warmth with digital precision. With 17 years' experience, we guide artists through every stage from pre-production to final recording. Our three studios house vintage equipment and modern technology, including SSL consoles and extensive instrument collections. We specialise in creating tailored environments that capture the authentic energy of live performances while maintaining technical excellence.
Mixing
We offer ITB mixing in Pro Tools alongside analog options using our SSL 4000G/G+ console. Our engineers have mixed thousands of tracks across genres for major labels and independent artists. Services include stem mixing and file organisation support. With experience working on releases for Universal and BBC platforms, we ensure mixes translate effectively across all listening environments.
Mastering
As the final creative step before release, our mastering services optimise audio for digital and vinyl formats. Using hybrid analog-digital processing in a treated room, we enhance dynamics and presentation. With clients including Gary Lightbody and the Ulster Orchestra, our engineers provide both attended and unattended options starting at 50 per track, ensuring commercial-ready results.
Live Sessions
Capture authentic live energy through our half-day and full-day session packages. We've hosted artists like Snow Patrol and And So I Watch You From Afar, offering audio-only or filmed options. Our setup accommodates 1-2 songs in half days or 3+ songs in full days, with optional videography support from industry professionals in Northern Ireland.
Voice Recording
Our dedicated booths with industry-standard microphones serve voice-over, podcast, and audiobook production. We've produced Northern Ireland's longest-running podcast and worked with clients like Qualcomm Technologies. Services include editing and delivery, with equipment optimised for broadcast, advertising, and guided tour applications.
Questions
What music genres do you work with?
We work across all genres including pop, rock, hip-hop, EDM, folk, orchestral, and ambient. Our engineers have experience with both traditional and experimental formats.
Can I hire studio time without engineering support?
Studio hire includes an assistant engineer. Regular freelance engineers may arrange independent bookings by contacting our team directly.
Do you offer remote mixing and mastering services?
Yes, we provide online services for mixing and mastering. Our team works with clients globally through file sharing and virtual communication platforms.
What equipment is available for recording?
We have SSL 4000G/G+ consoles, vintage FX, tape machines, extensive instrument collections, and both analog and digital processing options across three purpose-built studios.
Are session musicians available?
We can arrange session musicians for your project. Our network includes experienced players across multiple instruments to support your recording needs.
What podcast production services do you offer?
We provide full podcast production including recording, editing, and delivery. Our facilities have produced award-winning series with broadcast-quality audio and professional presentation.
