"I recorded, mixed and mastered my 'Louder' EP at Berry Hill Studio in less than a week! I was blown away not only by the results but the SPEED we got it done in. Zero faffing about, drums set up and sounding awesome in minutes instead of hours! It was fun, relaxed and focused, and I've never gotten such a great sound."
BEN WILLIAMS
Berry Hill recording studio in the Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire combines value for money with a professional, personalised approach. For over 20 years, studio manager and award-winning songwriter, producer, and engineer, John David, has recorded artists for major music labels, as well as local and emerging talent.
STUDIO SERVICES
RECORDING
Between the first notes of a song sung into a studio microphone and hearing it back as a final mix, comes the skill of multi-track recording. We have great mics, top-quality outboard equipment and acoustics that produce faithful results every session. Whatever your sound, with our recording experience we'll get it down.
MIXING
The art of mixing individual tracks produces a balanced, refined, and definitive sound. Whether the need is to faithfully capture your live performance, or create vibrant pop, rock, or orchestral arrangements, Berry Hill Studio has a proven track record of helping artists get superlative and memorable results.
THE REAL DEAL
Berry Hill Studio has a great acoustic environment providing a stress-free vibe, perfect for established ensembles or new bands just starting – but especially for those who want to get straight on with the business of making top-quality music.
In-house producer and engineer John David is the real deal. He has 40 years of experience as a recording artist and is an award-winning songwriter and producer. He has spent decades refining his skills, working with a range of artists from established major acts to local and emerging talent, as well as commissions for the BBC.
At Berry Hill, John has created an accurate recording studio with quality equipment that comes with end-to-end sound recording expertise as standard and all under one roof. He will help you get the sound you've always wanted, and a finished product that will impress.
LIVE ROOM
At Berry Hill Studio, we can accommodate a 55-piece choir – perfect for any size of project. Separate drum and vocal rooms link to our control room and our acoustics are finely tuned throughout to ensure accurate sound and outstanding results every session leaving you to focus on your music.
EQUIPMENT
We believe in using only the very best of digital or analogue technology. As technology moves on, we update. However, we don't discard, preferring instead to hang on to the good stuff. As a result, we have some great retro gear tucked away here – for all you fans of tech-geekery!
OTHER SERVICES
SONG DEVELOPMENT
With 40 years of commercial songwriting success, John can help make your songs all they can be. He has written with some of the very best both here in the UK and Nashville, USA. He has had many hit records – eight with Status Quo alone and been awarded several gold and platinum discs. His approach is to work with the artist to draw out their creative best on the day while ensuring they always have total control.
TAPE RESTORATION
Analogue recording tape can degrade over time. Sadly, we have, in our time, had to save reels of tape that have succumbed to what's known as Sticky Shed Syndrome. At Berry Hill Studio we've developed the ability and expertise to restore failing tapes, get them back to playability, and, if needed, transfer recordings to other preferred digital mediums. Prices start from £25.
"In my time as a singer/songwriter, I have had the privilege of working with some great engineers and producers at some top-class studios. … The vibe is perfect, the ambience spot-on and John's expertise, experience, and ability are second to none. For first-timers and professionals alike, Berry Hill is right on the money."
BO WALTON
