STUDIO
Somerton Castle Studio offers a spacious and inspiring environment for musicians. The live room (10 x 7 x 6m) features natural light and stunning acoustics, thanks to its high vaulted ceiling and beautiful natural reverb. Perfect for large ensembles, the space can be tailored to your needs with bespoke acoustic baffles and removable curtains.
EQUIPMENT & FACILITIES
Our studio is equipped with a wide range of high-quality instruments and recording hardware, including a Yamaha GB1K Baby Grand Piano, Fender and Gibson guitars, Fender and Marshall amps, analog synths, and an extensive selection of high-quality microphones and outboard gear. The control room (6.5 x 7 x 2.5m) is designed for both tracking and mixing, featuring ATC monitors and top-of-the-line digital systems, including Pro Tools, Logic Pro, and Reaper, along with industry-standard plugins like UAD, Soundtoys, FabFilter, Waves, and SSL.
See the full list of studio equipment below.
A CREATIVE SPACE
In addition to music production, Somerton Castle Studio is an ideal location for writing retreats and video shoots. Whether you’re a solo artist looking for inspiration or a full band ready to record, the studio’s peaceful and inspiring atmosphere fosters creativity and focus. With plenty of space to work and relax, you'll find the perfect setting to bring your music to life.
STUDIO EQUIPMENT
Our studio is equipped with a comprehensive selection of high-quality instruments, recording hardware, and cutting-edge software to meet the needs of any project.
From professional-grade microphones and outboard gear to industry-standard DAWs and plugins, every detail has been carefully chosen to provide the best possible environment for your creative work. Explore the full list of equipment below to see what’s available for your next session.
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iMac 2019 Sequoia
AVID Pro Tools Studio
Logic Pro
Reaper
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Antelope Orion Synergy Studio - 12 inputs
SSL Pure Drive Octo - 8 inputs
Focusrite Clarett Octopre x 2 - 16 inputs
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ATC SCM12 Pro Passive
Yamaha HS5
Sennheiser Tracking Headphones x5
Sony MDR-7506 Headphones ×3
Focal Clear MG Professional Headphones (Open Back)
Focal Listen Professional Headphones (Closed Back)
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Antelope Solo Edge
AKG D112
Audix D6
Coles 4038 Matched Pair
Dachman DA 87SE x2
Lauten LA-120 x2
Neumann KM184 Matched Pair
Oktava MK-012 x2
Oktava MK-319 x2
Rode NTK x2
Sennheiser MD441 x2
Sennheiser MD421 x3
Sennheiser E604 x3
Shure SM-58 x1
Shure SM-57 x3
Frog mic (old telephone)
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GUITAR AMPS
1968 Fender Bassman Head
Fender Hot Rod Deluxe
Marshall 4x12 Cab
Roland Jazz Chorus JC40
Sound City 50 Plus Head
BASS AMPS
1968 Fender Bassman Head
Fender Bass 2 x 12 Cab
Ashdown 8x10 Cab
Ashdown Little Bastard 30w
Ashdown Mini Studio Rig
Ashdown MAG400
Orange 1x12 Cabinet
INSTRUMENTS
Fender Precision Bass x2
Fender Jaguar
Gibson SG Bass
Gibson SG Guitar
Yamaha GB1K Baby Grand Piano
Roland Jupiter X
Moog Rogue
Roland JU-06A
Korg MS-20 mini
Moog Werkstatt
DRUMS
Gretsch Renown Kit
Ludwig Supraphonic Snare
Slingerland Studio King Snare
Gretsch Brooklyn Standard Snare
Istanbul Agop Traditional Dark Cymbal Set
DW Hardware, including throne
Various Percussion
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OUTBOARD
Black Lion Audio Bluey 19 (1176)
Black Lion Audio Seventeen
Carlsbro Spring Reverb Unit
EQP-WA x2 (Pultec Style)
FMR RNC1773 “Really Nice Compressor”
WA73 (1073)
MISC
Behringer P16-M x7
Ferrite Core Direct Box x2
Radial Pro DIx 3
Radial Pro Reamp
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SOFTWARE:
Fabfilter
Waves
Soundtoys
Valhalla
SSL
UAD
Izotope RX
Oeksound Soothe 2
…plus many more
PEDALS:
Boss Space Echo RE-202
Boss Slicer
EHX Nano Deluxe Memory Man
Moog Minifooger Drive
EHX Black Russian Big Muff (Modded)
Earthquaker Devices Afterneath Otherworldy Reverb
Earthquaker Devices Spatial Delivery Envelope filter with sample and hold
Earthquaker Devices Plumes
Earthquaker Devices Black Ash
Earthquaker Devices Time Shadows
Origin Effects Cali76 Bass
Audio Surplus Effects okdoomer
Aguilar Chorusaurus bass chorus
Dreadbox Komorebi Flanger
Sansamp Preamp
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Live Room: 10 x 7.1 x 5.9m (approx)
Control Room: 6.6 x 5.2 x 2.5m (approx)
RATES & AVAILABILITY
We offer flexible day rates for recording, mixing, writing, and filming sessions — whether you're booking a one-off day or planning a longer project.
INTERESTED IN BOOKING A SESSION?
Whether you have a big project or a small idea, we'd love to hear from you. Our team is ready to discuss your vision and help bring it to life.