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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

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.

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.

Darius [Rucker] always uses Charleston Sound when he records in Charleston. The Staff and Studio are First Class.

Frank RandManager | http://mcgheela.com

It’s a beautiful studio that produces an energy that makes the mood just right for making your art.

John Keith CulbrethStop Light Observations | http://stoplightobservations.com

Whenever I’m in the Low Country recording, for me there is only one option – Charleston Sound!

Frank RogersProducer | http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frank_Rogers_(record_producer)

We had a blast ! [mixing “Acoustic at the Ryman”]

Bill ReynoldsBand of Horses | http://bandofhorses.com

I chose the studio because of its features, but the whole experience was especially wonderful due to the quality of their engineer and staff. It is a world-class, great sounding room – and I would record there again in a heartbeat!

Grayson HughArtist | http://graysonhugh.net

I’ve recorded at some great studios in places like Nashville and LA, and I can say with confidence that Charleston Sound stands tall next to them all.

Luke CunninghamArtist | http://lukecunninghammusic.com

Recording the Palmetto Christian Academy Middle School Choir at Charleston Sound was a dream come true for the students… and me !

Kathy ThamesChoir Director | http://www.palmettochristianacademy.org
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PRO AUDIO EQUIPMENT

Our studio is full of pro quality analog and digital gear both modern and vintage.

  • CONSOLE

    API 3208 w/ flying faders automation

    Avid Artist Mix (8 faders)

  • ANALOG RECORDERS

    MCI JH-24 2″ 24-track analog tape machine (previously owned by Pete Townshend of The Who)

  • Digital Recorders

    • Avid Pro Tools HD Accel 10
    • Lynx Aurora 16
    • Lynx Aurora 16
    • Cranesong HEDD 192
    • Apple Mac Pro 2007 4-Core w/32GB RAM
    • Tascam DVRA1000HD CD/DVD/DSD
    • Korg MR-2000S DSD 5.6Hz 1-bbit Mastering Recorder
  • Plugins

    Extensive list of plugins from Antares, SoundToys, Waves, Eventide, FabFilter, Celemony, and more.

  • Monitoring

    • Dynaudio M3P Main Monitors
    • Bryston 10B Active Crossover
    • Bryston 4B SST Pro (lows)
    • Bryston 4B SST Pro (mids & highs)
    • Yamaha NS-10
    • Bryston 3B SST Pro
    • HEAR monitor cue system
  • Mic Pres

    • LaChapell 583e Tube
    • Chandler LTD-1
    • Chandler LTD-3
    • API 212L (x32 in-console)
  • Equalizers

    • API 550A (x14)
    • API 550B (x12)
    • API 560 (x4)
    • Great River Harrison 32EQ (x2)
  • Effects

    • Lexicon 480L Reverb
    • Bricasti M7 Reverb
    • AMS RX-16
    • Lexicon PCM-96 Reverb
    • Eventide Ultra Harmonizer 3000SE
  • Dynamics

    • Neve 33609 J/D
    • SSL G-Series Stereo Bus
    • API 2500
    • Tube-Tech CL1B
    • Alan Smart C2
    • Drawmer 1968
    • dbx 162VU
    • Retro Sta-Level Gold Edition
    • ADL-1000 w/Audio Upgrades Mod
    • Universal Audio 1176LN
    • Emperical Labs EL8 Distressor w/ Brittish Mod (x2)
    • Emperical Labs EL7 Fatso
    • ATI Pro6 Channel Strip
    • Retro Double-Wide Tube
    • API 525 (x2)
    • Inward Connections OPT1A (x2)
    • Inward Connections VC500
  • Various

    • assorted direct boxes
    • 4 gobos
    • various mic stands
    • numerous music stands
    • 65″ TV on rolling stand for ADR
    • guitar tuners

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.

  • Large Diaphragm Condenser

    • Soundelux U99
    • Pearlman TM-1
    • Neumann U87 ai
    • Neumann TLM-170
    • Neumann TLM-103
    • Audio Technica AT 4033
  • Small Diaphragm Condenser

    • Gefell M300 (stereo pair)
    • AKG C 451 EB (vintage)
    • Earthworks SRO (stereo pair)
    • Audio Technica AT 2021
    • Octava MC 012 (x3)
  • Electret Condenser

    • Mic W i436
  • Dynamic

    • AKG D12 VR
    • Shure KSM141 (stereo pair)
    • Audio-Technica 4031
    • Shure SM7B
    • Shure SM57 (x2)
    • Shure SM57 w/Tab Funkenworks Mod (x2)
    • Sennheiser MD441
    • Sennheiser MD421 U(II) (x4)
    • Electro-Voice RE-20 (x2)
    • Beyer Dynamic M88T
    • Revox M3500 (Beyer M201)
    • AKG D112
    • Audix D4 (x2)
    • Audio D2 (x2)
    • Shure Unidyne III
    • Shure Unisphere I 5655D
    • Telefunken D77
    • Yamaha SubKick
  • Tube Condenser

    • Brauner VMA
    • Mojave MA-200 (stereo pair)
    • Telefunken RFT M16 MKII
  • Shotgun Condenser

    • Rode NTG3
  • Ribbon

    • Royer SF-24 Stereo Active Ribbon
    • Royer 122 Active Ribbon
    • Royer 121 Active Ribbon
    • Josephson E22s (x2 stereo pairs)
  • Lavalier

    • Shure Wireless Lav w/PGX1 w/PGX4

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.

  • Drums & Percussion

    • Truth (C&C) Drum Kit w/24″ Kick
    • Gretch Squarebadge Vintage Drum Kit
    • Ludwig Vintage Kit (1967)
    • 13 classic and boutique snare drums
    • Rogers Congas & Bongos set
    • 18″ Djembe Drum
    • Tons of hand percussions from around the world, including tambourines, shakers, maracas, wood blocks, cowbells, and many more
  • Keys

    • Yamaha C6 Conservatory Concert Grand Piano (6’11”)
    • Vintage Hammond Organ C3 w/ 122A Tube Leslie
    • Vintage Wurlitzer 206 with 200A Mod
    • Vintage Fender Rhodes Mark 1 Seventy Three
    • Korg synth 88-key weighted MIDI keyboard
  • Guitars

    • Fender Stratocaster (American)
    • Fender Jazz Bass (American)
    • Taylor 144 Acoustic Guitar
    • assorted guitar pedals
  • Amps & Heads

    • Vintage Fender Blues Deluxe Amp
    • Vintage 1964 Ampeg B-15 Bass Amp
    • Vox Night Train hand-wired lowwatt head
    • Vox AC30 Speaker Cabinet
    • Vintage Fender Reverb 2 Amp
    • Orange Tiny Terror Amp & Cabinet
  • Digital AAX Softsynths

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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.

Professionality
Experience
Technical Knowledge
Musical Understanding
Creativity
Passion
Michael DalBello

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.

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Steve Fisher

Steve Fisher

Owner / Mixer

HOMETOWN: Charleston, SC
EDUCATION: Bachelor of Arts in Media Arts, 1998 (University of South Carolina)

Steve is a 25-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, and 1 in LA, he currently splits his time between the 3 cities.

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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.

ADDRESS

2612 Larch Lane

Suite 107

Mount Pleasant, SC 29466

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PHONE

(843) 216-5556

EMAIL

info@charlestonsound.com

BUSINESS HOURS

MON-SUN

10am-11pm

VISITS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY, NO WALK-INS ALLOWED

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