IN-EAR | IN-DEPTH | IN-FO
The inspiration for our In-Ear Rehearsal service came from a live recording session
time to HEAR EVERYTHING
The inspiration for our In-Ear Rehearsal service came from a live recording session, everyone was in Headphones and had complete control of their individual master volume levels and band mix. What was immediately apparent was how much the band enjoyed playing this way and how it improved their performance. From that day we decided to build a recording studio style rehearsal environment.
it isn't technical
The good news is it isn't technical. We have installed a bespoke Allen and Heath Digital Mixing System for our In-Ear Rehearsals, once we have plugged you all in to our console, we will set the EQ's, Gates, Compressors and Effects meaning the only thing you have to do is set your own preferred levels on the ME-1 personal monitoring controllers. Everything is named on a digital display and you can balance the individual instruments, effects and a preferred master level. REMEMBER! every band member gets a ME-1 meaning everyone can rehearse listening to the band in a way that suits and aids their playing.
16 - 40 cHANNELS
Our standard rehearsal is set up for 16 channels but we have a Mixing system that can cope with up to 40 channels and the ME-1 units can also give you a personalised mix of up to the same number. This maximum amount of channels available makes our rehearsals perfect for bands with lots of backing vocals, brass sections, complex electronic rigs such as multiple keyboards, drum pads and programmed tracks etc.
USE YOUR OWN IN-EAR SYSTEM
Whilst we refer to the service as In-Ear rehearsal we don't actually supply in-ear headphones due to hygiene and size reasons. Every band member will be given a set of Audio Technica M50 studio grade headphones to use, or you can bring your own preferred headphone / in-ear monitor of choice, our ME-1 units have both Jack and Mini Jack stereo outputs so what ever you have we are good to go.
TOTAL RECALL
In bands we all know how monotonus setting up and breaking down gets. With our rehearsal system once you have rehearsed here once the mixer settings and your personal mixer settings are all recallable for the next time round, good news or what! If you continue to make fine adjustments in rehearsals that follow these can continue to be saved and recalled meaning your rehearsal sound and sessions will just continue to get better.
NO FEEDBACK, NO EAR FATIGUE
Because everything is in headphones, there is no feedback. Our clients have also found that they can rehearse longer and hear better because they are listening to the mix at a way more comfortable levels. If your a volume junky the system is capable of high volumes too.
BETTER BACKLINE
We mic up all the backline, including drums, guitar rigs etc. Because the headphone isolate the room volumes, these instruments are also fully controllable from the ME-1. Many musicians feel restricted by playing at quieter volumes especially if that volume creates the sound, tone, feel, playing style etc. that they need. Now you can set the levels and play how you want but still monitor comfortably, finally no need to worry about other band members who may normally struggle with the in-the-room backline levels.
THERE'S MORE
AIR CONDITIONED AND ACOUSTICALLY TREATED ROOMS
We offer two rehearsal spaces, both of these are also offered as live recording spaces for our recording studio. For that reason both these rooms have been built using the highest quality materials and technology to personalise your rehearsal. Features such as Air Conditioning that can warm or cool. Remote controllable LED lighting and Halogen White lighting for a variety of colours and intensity settings. Baltic Birch solid wood floors, Bamboo and Rosewood acoustic wall diffusers and beautiful features such as our reclaimed wood walls make these rooms as visually pleasing as they are sonically. With the growing demand for video work we wanted to make these rooms versatile for filming too.
SONICALLY CHARMED
Our rooms are designed to enhance the acoustics of instruments for recording capture. These rooms make rehearsals come alive, there is tone, warmth and depth and you will simply not believe you are in a rehearsal.
REHEARSAL CAPTURE
For a small per session fee we can stereo record, or multi track record (up to 18 channels) your rehearsal session. These feeds could be used for rehearsal review, or remixed with your own DAW or can be mixed at our studio (studio charges would apply) This service has already been used for bands going in to Pre-Production and for Live Video Performance mixes. Because our rooms and equipment are studio grade, these are outstanding recordings at an unbelievable price.
STUDIO GRADE MICROPHONES
No expense has been spared on the mic up your band will receive. We are using professional live recording standard condenser and dynamic mics (as applicable) from brands such as Audio Technica, Audix, Blue, Shure and Telefunken.
INCREDIBLE BACKLINE FOR HIRE
For bands not wishing to bring their own equipment or for young bands starting out who have equipment gaps we've got you covered! We are offering a two tier program of Mid-Range and Professional Range equipment for hire. This equipment is all regularly serviced and delivered in the same studio ready condition we demand for when these instruments are in session. We have drums ranging from Pearl Masters to Yamaha Absolute, Paiste Cymbals, Roland, Fender and Vox Amplification, Nord, Roland, Dave Smith and Yamaha Keyboards and if required we even have an Acoustic Upright Piano available for hire. If you have a requirement we can look to get you covered so please get in touch to find out more.