You guys have desks that are so organized and professional looking. Props!
I just have multiple dirty screens, ashtrays and dust...
I thought about cleaning up and charging more money, but then I really like dirty myself. It is a curse...
You guys have desks that are so organized and professional looking. Props!
I just have multiple dirty screens, ashtrays and dust...
I thought about cleaning up and charging more money, but then I really like dirty myself. It is a curse...
You would hate my place then...I vacuum & dust regularly!
Now about the ashtrays...you should put a stop to that, and not because I'm trying to preach about healthy lifestyles (though it does have a lot to do with that)...but cigarette smoke ends up on everything in your studio, and it leaves a coating of tar and crud.
It's much better to have 5 minute smoke breaks, and make everyone go outside to steam one...and the breaks are an opportunity to talk about the session, etc.
Didn’t you recently do a spring cleaning?
Yeah man, the ashes pile up. Girls record here too. Not like the toilet is coated with urine... Lol
In my first job working at a grocery store, I had to clean both men’s and women’s bathrooms. The women’s was usually far dirtier.
Eh *shrugs shoulders*
I know. Though part of why my studio works for me and those who come here, is about the dirty. The fact that they feel like they are in a live (rehearsal space or venue) environment that is familiar is comfortable. Having the drums and guitar amps isolated and everyone but the drummer is in the control room playing as if they were at rehearsal (yet they can actually hear themselves), is priceless to many. I can't count how many times I have heard 'We should always rehearse like this'. Clients many times have spent much time/money here writing songs while recording.
But yes, I know the smoke kills. But from my personal experience and those that enjoy this environment, well... gear is replaceable. A performance is not.
I started this studio because I hated the sterile environment of pro studios and I love musicians giving their best when they are relaxed and in an environment that is not stressed or driven by rules. Though there are obvious rules that go without saying...
Just my thing. Not disrespecting or saying anything negative about your beautiful studios! I am in envy.
I'm just talking about smoking in the studio...and not about laying down a bunch of rules, causing stress and making the recording vibe sterile.
At my place, I don't even make a point of saying anything...everyone that's been here seems to respect and appreciate the well taken care of studio space, which creates a very welcoming vibe. I've never noticed that it affected performances in a negative way...actually, quite positive.
People will kick off their shoes and get comfortable as soon as they walk in...like they're at home.
TBH...these days, I couldn't be in a room with anyone smoking for more than 30 seconds.
I did that shit back when smoking in clubs was allowed, when I was gigging...and you could cut the smoke with a knife.
I'm so glad that's over...and now I even see those who still smoke, but they won't do it inside at home anymore...they step out on the patio.
Again...not trying to preach. It's your studio, you can set the vibe you like.
I think people would respect and follow whatever way you go....it's your studio.
Right. I envy your room. But yeah, smokey stinky is the vibe here.
Until that changes, it is what it is... Product seems good and clients happy. Not changing just yet.
Do it. I dare you. Actually double dare you.I guess since everyone is posting these great studio pics...I'll have to post up a couple of fresh ones of my own now.