High Quality Recording
High quailty recording equipment in the hands of knowledgable recording engineers makes a difference and can save you money on the production down the line.
Charleston Sound Studios
South Carolina’s Premier Recording Studio Since 2008
A world-class recording studio designed by Wes Lechot, Charleston Sound is a 2000 SF facility featuring high quality analog gear paired with pristine digital converters for the perfect blend between state of the art modern and vintage goodness!
A world-class recording studio designed by Wes Lechot, Charleston Sound is a 2000 SF facility featuring high quality analog gear paired with pristine digital converters for the perfect blend between state of the art modern and vintage goodness!
We welcome all musical genres!
True professionals are versatile, and as such we welcome variety. Whatever your style, we can help you bring out the best performance, and capture the moment in high definition.
POP · ROCK · COUNTRY · INDIE ROCK · HIP HOP · TRAP · R&B · SOUL · BLUES · JAZZ · BLUEGRASS · FOLK · METAL · PUNK · REGGAE · DANCEHALL · EDM · GOSPEL · CCM · WORSHIP · CLASSICAL · CULTURAL · TRADITIONAL · LATIN · AFROBEATS · WORLD MUSIC
Serving local, regional, and national acts!
Major labels and independents… consider recording your album project in beautiful Charleston, SC! We make for an ideal location to combine both a creative songwriting and recording retreat with a relaxing and enjoyable vacation. Find inspiration at Folly Beach or Isle of Palms, explore historic downtown, experience internationally acclaimed hotels and restaurants, and enjoy all the area has to offer. See why both TRAVEL + LEISURE magazine and CONDE NAST TRAVELER have both repeatedly named Charleston their #1 destination!
Ask about our discounted long term booking rates including weekly and monthly packages!
We have been voted the BEST RECORDING STUDIO by Charleston City Paper readers for 2017, 2018, & 2019! 3 YEARS IN A ROW!
Music Services
Professional Mixing
Make sure your song reaches its full potential. Let one of our mix engineers ensure your record is professionally mixed to industry standards.
Pristine Mastering
Once your project is mixed, we can also provide mastering services for a competitive final radio-ready product, optimized for streaming!
Audio Post Production Services
ADR / LOOPING / RE-RECORDING
We have a 65″ tv and the proper location microphones to record Automatic Dialogue Replacement for your film or television project. We can provide a comfortable environment for your actors to get the take you need.
Voiceover / Narration
We can record VO and narration for radio and television advertising, corporate communications, event productions and presentations, trade shows, tv programs, independent films, documentaries, or any other use.
Dialogue Editing
We have both the tools & the experience to clean up any recording, including noise reduction, removing spaces and breaths, and providing a smooth and evenly spaced read, ready for any presentation.
Source-Connect
We can connect remotely with other studios worldwide thru industry standard technology for real time 2-way communication between direction and talent.
Audiobooks
We have recorded audiobooks for both major publishers and independent authors alike, and can do the final edit to provide release-ready files.
Podcasts
We can accommodate multiple hosts, producers, and guests for podcasts, interviews, internet or satellite radio shows, or web series recordings.
PRO AUDIO EQUIPMENT
Our studio is full of pro quality analog and digital gear both modern and vintage.
MICROPHONES
We have a large collection of over 50 mics of every type to cover any recording situation. We also have an additional 60 mics (not listed) available for rental from our sister studio.
MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS
We are fully stocked with 3 full drum kits, an immaculate grand piano, and enough instruments for a full band to walk in empty handed and get to work. Of course you can bring your own instruments as well.
Meet The Team
Here at Charleston Sound Studios we understand that who is running your session is just as important as having top quality gear or the proper acoustic space. That’s why all of our engineers are graduates from respected programs, have been well trained in the techniques and practices in use in today’s music, and are passionate about both audio and music. We strive to be the best: to get the highest quality results, be the quickest, easiest to work with, and provide excellent service in all areas so that the clients can relax and simply focus on being creative and delivering the best performance knowing we will take care of the rest. As it should be.
Michael DalBello
Staff Engineer
HOMETOWN: Washington, DC
EDUCATION: Bachelor of Fine Arts in Sound Design, 2016 (Savannah College of Art & Design)
A well rounded engineer with a wide range of experience with various musical acts as well as audio post, sound design, and ADR, Michael is adept at getting the best sound out of everyone he works with. He has had the pleasure to work with Darius Rucker, Bill Murray, Danny McBride, Taylor Hicks, Frank Rogers, The Voice, Ubisoft, Stop Light Observations, Smith Carlson, and Mary Alice Monroe.
James Bertis
Staff Engineer
HOMETOWN: Spokane, WA
EDUCATION: Associates of Arts in Audio Engineering, 2014 (Spokane Falls CC)
After getting his start recording and mixing independent projects in and around the Spokane and Seattle music scenes, James added live sound, location mixing, and audio post for film & television to his resume while in Savannah. He has an excellent ear and a strong attention to detail. He now brings his services to us as the newest member of the team.
Jeremiah Bennett
Studio Manager
HOMETOWN: Athens, GA
Jeremiah Bennett is an international award-winning movie and television producer. He was a producer for TLC’s hit reality series "Here Comes Honey Boo Boo," and has also produced many award winning indie films that have been featured in festivals around the world. Over the last few years, he has worked on shows for many networks including Al Jazeera, WEtv, Discovery Channel, and Food Network, and worked on the corporate team at BET Networks. Jeremiah is a member of the Producers Guild of America and the Television Academy, and founded and serves as president & chairman for the Milledgeville Film Festival.
Steve Fisher
Owner / Mixer
HOMETOWN: Charleston, SC
EDUCATION: Bachelor of Arts in Media Arts, 1998 (University of South Carolina)
Steve is a 20-year music industry veteran, having worked on over 100 RIAA certified gold/ platinum releases, been a part of over 50 Billboard #1 releases, including 23 Grammy nominated and 5 Grammy winning productions, and over 600 releases to date. The longtime Atlanta engineer has worked with a ton of amazing artists, producers, and songwriters during his career. As owner of 3 additional recording studios in Atlanta, he currently splits his time between the 2 cities.
Directions
We are located in the PARK WEST district of MOUNT PLEASANT, off HWY 41. From most points in the Greater Charleston area, take I-26 or I-526 to HWY 17 heading North. Past Boone Hall Plantation take a left onto HWY 41, then right on Joe Rousse Rd. (at the Circle K) followed by a left onto Larch Lane (Park Place). Building is at the end of the road on the left.