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Stable records studio
Recording studio near Prague — a good recording starts with capturing the sound right
Stable Records is a recording studio 15 minutes from the centre of Prague (Březová-Oleško). We record bands, solo artists, spoken word and podcasts. The studio has microphones, preamps and converters that let you capture the sound exactly as it should be. I combine analogue and digital gear — whatever fits the job best. I will advise what to use for your sound. The full equipment list is on the Studio Equipment page.
What's included:
- Top-tier microphones (e.g. Neumann, Shure, AKG)
- High-quality preamps and compressors (e.g. Universal Audio, Avalon)
- Modern DAWs like Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Ableton Live
- Recording of individual tracks or a live band
- Multi-track recording for maximum flexibility during the mix
- Real-time monitoring for immediate feedback
- I explain the whole process step by step during the session
- I help with arrangement and material prep before recording
- I advise which microphone and instrument to use for what
- I show you how it all works — from tracking to the final export
Studio Equipment
Microphones
Manufacturer | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Neumann | TLM 103 | Legendary microphone – mainly used for vocals, but excellent on acoustics or as a room mic for drums. |
| Townsend/Universal audio | Sphere L22 | An incredible large-diaphragm microphone. The dual capsule design allows both mono and stereo use. Unbeaten on vocals, acoustic guitar or as a drum room mic. More info here. |
| Shure | SM57 | A classic among dynamic microphones. I use it on guitar amps, snare or hi-hat. |
| Shure | SM58 | Classic dynamic vocal microphone. |
| AKG | C414 | Large-diaphragm condenser microphone. Great on vocals, acoustic guitar or drums. |
| AKG | C451 | Small-diaphragm condenser. I use it on snare, hi-hat or acoustic guitar. |
| Sennheiser | MD421 | Dynamic microphone. I use it on toms or guitar amps. |
| Sennheiser | MD441 | Dynamic microphone. I use it on vocals or guitar amps. |
| AKG | D112 | Dynamic kick drum microphone. |
| Warm Audio | WA-84 pair | In my opinion the perfect clone of the Neumann pencil mics. Top choice for acoustic guitar or overheads. |
| sE Electronics | V Kick | Dynamic kick drum microphone. |
Microphone Preamps & Converters
Manufacturer | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Universal audio | 2x Apollo 8x | The heart of the studio – audio interface with outstanding preamps and converters. |
| Universal audio | Apollo Twin | Monitor control plus two additional UAD preamps. |
| Warm audio | WA273 | Excellent clone of the legendary Neve 1073 by Warm Audio. |
| ART | TPSII | 2-channel tube preamp. |
| WarmAudio | WA-2A | Hardware optical compressor by Warm Audio. |
| Focusrite | Liquid saffire 56 | Previously the main audio interface, now used as an 8-channel ADAT converter. |
| Behringer | Powerplay HA4000 | 4-channel headphone amplifier. A total of 7 headphone mixes are available. |
Guitar Equipment
Manufacturer | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Line 6 | Helix | Amp modeller with a full impulse response library. |
| Salvation Audio | MatchVox | Preamp inspired by Matchless and VOX. |
| Salvation Audio | Rhoadie | Classic plexi-style amp head. |
| Orange | 2×12 cabinet | Loaded with two Celestion Vintage 30 speakers. |
| Coffee audio | Mocha 112 | https://coffee-audio.com/mocha-112/ |
| Fender | Deluxe Reverb 68 | Classic silverface combo. |
| OldStep | Mesa Boogie Lone Star clone | https://oldstep.cz/ |
Software
Manufacturer | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Logic Pro X | The heart of the studio – Apple's DAW. |
| Universal Audio | 1176LN Limiting Amplifier | Popular compressor used on drums and vocals. |
| Universal Audio | LA-2A Leveling Amplifier | Optical compressor ideal for vocals. |
| Universal Audio | Pultec EQP-1A | Passive equalizer known for its musical coloration. |
| Universal Audio | Teletronix LA-2A | Another version of the optical compressor. |
| Universal Audio | dbx 160 | VCA compressor suited for instruments with high transient content. |
| Universal Audio | Shadow Hills Mastering Compressor | Combines optical and VCA compression for mastering. |
| Universal Audio | EMT 140 Classic Plate Reverb | Reverb with the characteristic plate sound. |
| Universal Audio | Fairchild Tube Limiter Collection | Vintage compressors used by The Beatles and Pink Floyd. |
| Universal Audio | Galaxy Tape Echo | Emulation of the Roland RE-201 tape delay/spring reverb unit. |
| Slate Digital | FG-X Mastering Processor | Mastering processor. |
| Slate Digital | Virtual Mix Rack | Modular mixing rack. |
| Slate Digital | Virtual Tape Machines | Tape machine emulation. |
| Slate Digital | VerbSuite Classics | Reverb plugin. |
| Slate Digital | Repeater | Delay plugin. |
| Slate Digital | Fresh Air | Enhancer plugin. |
| Slate Digital | Virtual Buss Compressors | Set of buss compressors. |
| Slate Digital | FG-2A | Optical compressor. |
| Slate Digital | Custom Opto | Optical compressor. |
| Slate Digital | FG-Stress | Empirical Labs Distressor emulation. |
| Slate Digital | Infinity EQ | Equalizer. |
| iZotope | Maximizer | Limiter. |
| iZotope | Equalizer | Equalizer. |
| iZotope | Dynamic EQ | Dynamic equalizer. |
| iZotope | Vintage Limiter | Vintage limiter. |
| iZotope | Exciter | Harmonic exciter. |
| iZotope | Imager | Stereo imager. |
| iZotope | Master Rebalance | Mix adjustment tool. |
| iZotope | Low End Focus | Low-frequency shaping tool. |
| iZotope | Vocal Assistant | Vocal processing assistant. |
| iZotope | Pitch Editor | Pitch editing. |
| iZotope | Breath Control | Breath noise control. |
| iZotope | Harmony | Harmonizer. |
| iZotope | Dimension | Spatial widening. |
| iZotope | De-Esser | Sibilance removal. |
| iZotope | Saturation | Saturation. |
| iZotope | Reverb | Reverb. |
| iZotope | Delay | Delay. |
| iZotope | Gate | Gate. |
| SSL | SSL Native Channel Strip | Channel strip emulation. |
| SSL | SSL Native Bus Compressor | Bus compressor. |
| SSL | SSL Native X-EQ 2 | Equalizer. |
| SSL | SSL Native X-Comp | Compressor. |
| SSL | SSL Native X-ValveComp | Valve compressor. |
| SSL | SSL Native X-Saturator | Saturator. |
For beginners
Recording for the first time?
What to bring to a recording session?
Bring your own instruments you play — guitars, basses, drumsticks if needed (we have our own drum kit). If you play keyboards, we'll arrange it in advance. Otherwise, don't worry about anything — we have everything else.
Do I have to play perfectly?
No. That's exactly why we're here. We edit timing, tuning and minor mistakes — and while doing so, we teach you what and why we're doing it. The goal is a great result, not stress from mistakes.
How long does a typical session last?
We can usually record, mix and master one single in 8–12 hours of work. The exact estimate depends on how prepared you are — we're happy to discuss it in advance for free.
How does the first consultation work?
Free and no obligation. Write to us about your project, send a demo or description. We'll respond within 24 hours with an estimate of time and cost — and with tips on how to best prepare.