Studio 1

Studio 1

RAK Studios

Studio 1

Studio 1 is a large studio with sufficient space for up to 35 musicians and is enhanced by a plentiful supply of natural light. The API desk has been lovingly maintained since its installation in 1976, resulting in a totally unique recording experience.

Equipment

API 3232 Console
  • Bespoke 1970s API 48-Channel Split Record/Monitor Desk
  • 32-Channel Monitor Side Car
Equipment
  • Prism Dream ADA-128 Modular 48 I/O
  • Pro Tools Ultimate
  • Logic Pro X
  • Antelope 10MX Atomic Clock
  • Mac Mini (for audiovisual use)
  • Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 Interface (for audiovisual use)
  • Studer A800 mk3 24-Track Tape Machine
  • Monitors: ATC SCM25s/Focal SM6/Genelec 1032As/KRK V8 and NS10s
  • Bryston 4B SST Amplifiers x 2
  • Aviom 320A 16-channel personal mix system x 8
  • 32A 3-phase power feed in live room
Mic Preamps
  • Chandler TG2
  • Neve 1073 DPD (Dual Channel)
Dynamics
  • API 525 x2
  • Chandler TG1
  • DBX 160X x2
  • DBX 160 x2
  • EAR 660
  • Emprical Labs EL 8 Distressor
  • Scamp S31 x6
  • Smart C2 Stereo
  • The Culture Vulture
  • TLA 100 Summit Valve
  • Tube-Tech CL1B
  • Universal Audio LA-2A
  • Urei 1178
  • Urei 1176 x2
EQ's
  • API 550a x40
  • API 550b x2
  • API554 x2
  • API 560b x4
  • API 560 x2
  • Focusrite Blue EQ 315 MKII
  • GML 8200
  • Pultec EQP-1
Effects
  • AMS RMX 16 Reverb
  • EMT 140 Plate
  • EMT 240 Plate
Pianos
  • Yamaha C7 Grand
  • Yamaha Upright - subject to pre-booking and availability
  • Challen Upright - subject to pre-booking and availability

Floor Plan

Studio 1 floor plan
Get in touch

'It’s a magical place. I've made most of my favourite records in this room'

Jimmy Napes
Oscar, Golden Globe, Grammy and Ivor Novello winning songwriter and producer

Recordings