Recorded here for the first time in August 2010. I have a bass & drums duo that has been recording…read moresince 2002. Most of the time we record at a studio in Massachusetts, since that's where the drummer lives and I used to make it back east every year. But the past year or so haven't been able to go back, so when the drummer came out here, I decided to look for a local studio. Although I have lived in California for over four years now, I never thought to look for a studio here - I was really surprised how many there are! Yelp helped me sort through them, and Robot Envy looked like the one most suited to my needs. I was not disappointed! Sammy was great, he was open to what we wanted to do, which is basically improvise live in the studio. He got us set up with a minimum of hassle, and we were recording within an hour or so. It helped that he has a great sounding drumset, which my drummer loved. We recorded a lot of material which I have been sifting through - the stuff we recorded sounds great! Sometimes engineers can be intimidating (if not outright jerks), but I felt comfortable asking for what I wanted or making suggestions. In summary, comfortable atmosphere, good location, great sounds. Highly recommended!

great studio, I'll do all my recording there. Beginning our third album with Sammy.read more

Working with David was a very enjoyable experience. He is focused, professional and relaxed. We…read moreaccomplished so much in a few days because he is fast and accurate with Pro-Tools. AND he has the sweetest Steinway grand piano with a buttery touch. I highly recommend his services. Bodhi Starwater, musician and producer.

I had a professional pianist record piano for a song of mine at Whip Records. David Landon did an…read moreexcellent job as recording engineer. The piano was in tune and in top condition. Recordings came out great. Rates were very reasonable. David was responsive to questions I emailed him after the session. Overall a very good experience.

Garth Weber, the guy who runs it is a gem of a human & easy to work with. I have recommended him to…read moremany of my friends .Garth did a wonderful job with our last recording, Jack Gates Earth Messenger.You can hear the proof of the pudding by googleing. Red Rooster Studio, located in Berkeley CA, specializes in recording blues, jazz, folk, rock and pop music. He specializes in getting great sounds on drums, guitars (acoustic and electric), vocals and horns of all types. To enquire about specifics email garthwebber@live.com or call

I was made aware of a negative review and must interject…read more I have known Garth since he moved to CA from Colorado over 30 years ago and have recorded 2 CDs, jingles and done various sessions at the Rooster.You can listen here TO 23 OF MY SONGS, he played all instruments, programmed drums and was a wonderful inspiration, EVERY SINGLE SESSION. http://www.reverbnation.com/laurawagner I too have unorthodox ways of expressing what I'm hearing and would have to call A SERIOUSLY HUGE CHUNK OF FABRICATED BS on Chaya's negative REVIEW . Garth is unerringly professional, intuitive, patient, humorous, his prices are very fair and he would never, I REPEAT NEVER, make a mockery of a client...or anyone, for that matter. Anyone who has actually worked with him knows what a kind and generous person Garth is! He has even coordinated benefits to help pay musicians' hospital bills/treatment. I am incensed that someone would create a false review. That reminds me, I have to book some time next month.....

Smars is a very experienced and knowledgeable engineer with a wide understanding of audio, music…read moreand engineering. Hes very welcoming and upbeat which is very refreshing. Smars makes sure to ask all the right questions and does his due diligence to ensure that you're project is taken care of. Thanks for the work you do. Keep cookin!!

Ultra-talented, mega-meticulous, and incredibly reliable . . . a rare combo these days. Ask for…read moreChris ( aka Action Paxton ) and he will blow your mind with what he can do for your music . . . whatever your genre/sound flav is . . . whether it be a dialed mix, a thumpin' crystal ear clear master, or build you something from scratch with his talented team of prolific 'n proficient musicians and songwriters. And most of all . . . the warm good fun vibes with make it a pleasure for you to create within. -Rance Lane ( Jefe of The Dangaleros) ps. check out our song AZUL 65 for the quality of his craft.

I have worked with Nexus Audio for over a decade. Consistently good vibes and excellent sounding…read moremusic that still speaks. A solid team of engineers and highly skilled professionals who don't waste time.

I've done three significant recording projects now and Ben is definitely the best; so much so that…read moreI plan to re-record one old project with him sometime next year. The project Ben recorded and edited for me was an audio business book. However, the book was not a straight-forward read because it had three sections. One section was "book" content, one section was reading five interview transcripts and making that sound like the listener was there, one section was instructional content. Ben immediately got how the three had to be different and was a true partner in helping me handle all three. Ben also smoothly handled my errors and re-do's. What's more, he dealt with my noisy gut issue (an annoying Crohn's symptom) with grace and humor which helped calm the noise. He is professional and personable -- always there on time for our sessions even after being in the City recording for KFOG (how cool is that!?). The end result is an outstanding product. Last but not least to mention in this recommendation: Ben's fees are very reasonable. I never once worried about time. All in all, I recommend Ben Bernstein for recording and editing of your business projects and of course music. Also want to note that we used his studio in Emeryville, not the one shown on the website. The Emeryville studio is much larger and has all the pro bells and whistles. It's also very easy to get to. And if you happen to want to run by Ikea...you're right there :)

Ben was great to work with. The sound quality was excellent and the work was well done. Could…read morerecommend them more highly

This is so much more than just a recording studio--it's a place where artists can truly realize…read moretheir dreams because Theresa and Sam genuinely believe in them. My daughter has been recording tracks here, and the experience has been amazing. She feels supported, encouraged, and inspired every step of the way. Theresa has a keen ear for technique and a deep understanding of music, which really comes through in the final product. The production quality of the songs has been top-notch, and I'm so grateful a place like this exists to help bring music to life. Thank you, Theresa and Sam. We truly appreciate everything you do. Sharing the Road is in their way!

Hoping against all odds to find a legit recording studio within driving distance, I went online and…read morescrolled a short list of studios near me. Panda Studio's website revealed a recording environment with equipment and staff that appeared to rival what I had used in the North Bay. I rolled the dice and booked sessions to record an album. Ryan Palma, my engineer, was technically and musically proficient and didn't waste a minute finding the sound I was looking for. My album was recorded, mixed and mastered, all at Panda! I chose Ryan Palma from the list of engineers affiliated with Panda Studios in Fremont CA based on his online bio. I needed someone familiar with a wide range of genres as my influences include pop, rock and R&B from the 60's to now. I consider Ryan a local genius for recording, mixing and mastering music. His technical expertise and musicality turned problem solving into a cake walk for finding the sounds I wanted. I plan to hire his services for my next album.

Really cool studio - fully equipped with tons of crazy gear - awesome outboard, every instrument…read moreyou could ever need. So many different mics - a lot of vintage ones too. Laid down vocals and 12-string guitar for a folky track. Danny B. the engineer I worked with was incredible - really flexible and meticulous with understanding my vision and making it happen. Did a three-mic setup for the guitar - and it sounds INCREDIBLE. Highly recommend for recording anything from simple folky acoustic all the way up to full band and everywhere in between. This place is straight up legit and captured my music in a way I'm not sure other studios could have. Again highly recommend working with Danny if you can. Prices are also pretty reasonable - will def be recording more here when I get the chance.

This review is specifically for Chris Paxton. I've had a great experience working with Chris in…read moremixing/mastering one of my latest house tracks. He's a fun and professional to collaborate with, and I'm beyond happy with how my song sounds as a finished product. I've been producing on Ableton for a few years, and I was specifically looking to work with someone in studio to learn and improve my mixes in general. I spent a few hours with Chris in his Oakland studio and learned so much during that time. It was one of the most informative sessions I've had since I started making music! Chris shared numerous different techniques and workflow tips with me while making suggestions and helping refine my track. It's clear that he's an expert in Ableton, but is also generous in sharing his knowledge. After our in-person session, we collaborated for another week or so via phone/e-mail through the mastering process. Throughout this process, he was thorough, patient, and gave invaluable feedback and recommendations - all while communicating effectively. Something I really appreciate about working with Chris is that he makes suggestions and gives honest feedback, but also makes sure that he respects the original vision for what the track should sound like. He makes suggestions but never pushes or makes it feel like you're straying or altering your original track. I look forward to working with Chris again! Highly recommend Mothership Studio.