Song Garden Studios - Recording Studio in Belleville (Detroit), Michigan is owned/operated by 35 year music veteran John H. Brandt. The studio houses a custom console designed by JH Brandt. Simultaneous digital recording of 24 tracks at once through custom 'one-of-a-kind' hand-built microphone preamplifiers.  

Microphones by Neumann, CAD, Sony, Shure... Digital Platforms used: Nuendo 3.0, (Sorry, we don't use Pro(Slow)Tools - John hates it...lol) Cubase SX 2.2, Sonar 3, SawStudio, Sony Sound Forge, Sony Acid Pro, Sony CD Architect, and a massive library of plug-ins. Top-of-the-line custom control room monitors - Meyer HD-1, Tannoy and Fried.

Song Garden Studio sits on about an acre of land with enough space to be creative. Catering is also available.

ProTools Recording Studio - Demo Studio - Professional Recording Studio - Analog Recording Studio  
What drives us

MUSIC.... Pure & Passionate; the music is what drives us. We are always looking to make it sound better, clearer, more detailed. We are on a mission to give our clients 'the Edge' when it comes to putting their music in front of the public. It takes a well designed acoustic space as well as a good engineer to accomplish this. Many of the 'studios' in the Detroit area are not really studios. Most are just rooms with studio-type equipment -- and it takes A LOT more than equipment to make a good studio.

Song Garden Studios is not a demo studio. We make Major-label quality records (CDs). We will gladly do your song demo, but be warned... It won't SOUND like a demo. :)

With the proliferation of the 'home studio' many people new to the industry think that they can get a 'good' recording in a 'home studio.' The price is certainly 'right'. But, what most do not realize until it's too late is the fact; "Twenty thousand dollars worth of Snap-On tools does not make you a Professional Deisel Mechanic." (Have a look at my new book!) The tools are great. The technology is fantastic! But, there really is something to be said about 'paying your dues' when it comes to being a good engineer or running a recording studio. JH Brandt has actually worked with some of the best engineers, producers and artists in the music industry.

Everything at Song Garden Studios has been custom built for the studio. From ceiling to floor, the room acoustics in each room was specifically designed for that room. Special electrical wiring and individual heating and cooling for each room was custom designed and installed. The rooms are a pleasure to perform in and the sound is inspirational.

Here are a few names we have worked with: Billy Gibbons (ZZ Top), Byron Gallimore (Producer for Tim McGraw and Faith Hill), Eddie Kramer (Engineer/Producer for: Jimmy Hendrix, Led Zeppelin, Ted Nugent, Peter Frampton...), Paul Simon, Mark O'Connor (of the New Nashville Cats...), Rodney Dillard (of The Dillards from the Andy Griffith Show), Gene Breeden (Engineer/Producer for: Merle Haggard, Garth Brooks, George Jones, Al Brumley Jr., Crystal Gayle, Jeannie Sealy, Tommy Overstreet...), not to mention the many great local acts and bands, Pillar Of Autumn, Thin Red Line, Hi Voltage, Claudius, Alley Life... There are many more, but we don't want to bore you... We would simply be honored to give you the same quality and attention that all these people have recieved.

Our only goal here is to encourage you to come and visit the studio. We have the sound, the equipment, the expertise, AND most importantly - THE EXPERIENCE. Come check us out!

If you are making your first recording, you will undoubtedly have many questions. We realize that every session is uniquely different. At Song Garden Studios WE LISTEN. By listening, we will be able to determine your needs and wants. We give straight, honest answers to your questions. You will not be rushed, or taken advantage of. We've helped hundreds of others in your position. We will work hard for you, to be certain your finished product is exactly what YOU want it to be.

Why is that important to us? Because, we know, if you're happy, you'll be back!

For the seasoned performer, who is ready to move up; We're for YOU! You're serious about your musical career. You realize that in order to accomplish your goals in your musical career, you need to improve the quality of your recordings! We at Song Garden Studios will help you to achieve the professional quality you need to make your recordings World Class.

Recording is a sophisticated science. To achieve professional results, you must work with professionals. Whether you're a beginner, or a seasoned performer, WE GO ALL-OUT to assure your satisfaction. We have pro audio recording gear and the facilities to accommodate up to eight of Detroit's best studio players. Pro's are waiting to help YOU!

If you are serious about your music, we would love to be a part of your next project.

See our official MySpace page.

People

John H. Brandt is a producer who prefers working with ’real’ live instruments and recording to analog as well as digital. To capitalize and bring out the very best an artist or band has to offer, is the goal he works for daily.

JH Brandt is an outspoken, unique individual. He brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the artists he works with. He is truly a discriminating engineer/producer that works for the artist.

John has been doing music most of his life, starting with piano lessons from ages 5-12 to working with Jeremy Spencer of Fleetwood Mac when he was 21. He has toured Belgium, France, Germany, and Italy doing live concerts. Assistant engineer in 1975 at ABC studios in Paris, France. Engineer at Bobby Solo’s Studio in Laurentina, Italy (near Rome). London and Midlands (Leicester & Birmingham), England, where he had his own business repairing and re-building amps and doing studio work & live performance sound. He has engineered live concerts for The Judds, Michael Martin Murphy, Tanya Tucker, David Clayton Thomas. During the 1980's he was cheif engineer for Bob Millsap at Ironside Studios in Branson, Missouri, and worked with Rodney Dillard, Ray Price, Shoji Tabuchi, Tommy Overstreet, Sissy Lynn daughter of country music legend Loretta Lynn, and many more. He spent about 10 years in Nashville where he worked with many great engineers, producers and artists such as; Byron Gallimore, Snake Reynolds, Chuck Ainlay, Howard Axtell, Hoyt Axton, Max T. Barnes, Bobby Bradley/Owen Bradley, Gene Breeden, Butch Carr, Wayne Carson, Charlie Chalmers, Hank Cochran, Morgan Cryar, Mike Daniels, Bob Solomon, Richard Dodd, Howie Epstein, Joe Funderburk, Hal Rugg, Bill Hullett, Warren Peterson, Ray Kennedy, Nelson Larkin, Bernie Leadon,   Michael Lunn, Gary Talent, Dennis Morgan, Mark O'Connor, Tommy Overstreet, Billy Gibbons, Paul Simon, Eric Pittarelli, Denny Purcell, Kirby Shelstead, Rocky Schnaars, Donny Skaggs, Gary M. Smith, Mark Moseley, Gary Laney, Rob Earls... see http://jhbrandt.net

Company

Newly opened in September 2006, Song Garden Studios is located less than twenty minutes from Detroit International Airport. Song Garden is more than just another studio; we endeavor to create an environment where the creative musican and truly express him/herself. We have the equipment, experience and attitude to make your project stand out. From major to indie, big budget or self-produced CD, we are the choice for the quality conscious professional and the creative individual. Call 313 590-0885 or email us for a studio visit/tour appointment. Whether the goal of your project is to capture the magic performance of a band or to develop a song idea into a production, our studio and experience are here to help put your ideas into reality.

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Thanks for the link,   Mike!

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