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California
Dreamin' at Malibu's
.WOW! Live and Record in California where you can have spectacular ocean and mountain views from every room while you create your next album. Swimming pool and jacuzzi on your wish list? How about an outdoor sauna and rec room with pro ping pong table and a serving robot? Yes! And add an entertainment system with 5.1 M&K monitors and more.... Toto you're not in Kanzas anymore!
Gibbs' Vision
"The Woodshed was built to be first and foremost a creative
environment," says the owner, film and TV composer, music producer,
session player, and former Oingo Boingo keyboardist Richard Gibbs.
His credits include Dr. Dolittle, Battlestar Galacitca, Queen
Who has recorded
here? Kanye West, Lorde, Pink, U2, Ryan Tedder, Barbra Streisand,
Foster the People, Rick Rubin, Paul Epworth, Richard Page, Metallica,
Eisley, Shenkar and Sting, to name a few, have all enjoyed the very
private serenity of the studio. The Woodshed has also hosted numerous
film and game projects such as 10 Things I Hate About You, Barbershop
2, Tracey Ullman's State of the Union, and Guitar Hero/ MC5. Record! Different
But Functional All the electronics
that are not absolutely necessary to be within arm's reach have
been ensconced in the computer room, below the ocean view deck.
"This has two distinct advantages - the control room has no
ambient noise whatsoever and the aesthetic environment becomes one
of an ocean view living room," adds Gibbs. Below the deck are
two additional soundproof isolation booths, wired into the recording
rig through the walls, that can house guitar/bass speakers and/or
the studio's Leslie. The small office can also be pressed into service
as another isolation booth if needed - and even the tile bath is
wired for the very bright sound provided by ceramic reflection.
All the electronics that are not absolutely necessary to be within arm's reach have been ensconced in the computer room, below the ocean view deck. "This has two distinct advantages - the control room has no ambient noise whatsoever and the aesthetic environment becomes one of an ocean view living room," adds Gibbs. Below the deck are two additional soundproof isolation booths, wired into the recording rig through the walls, that can house guitar/bass speakers and/or the studio's Leslie. The small office can also be pressed into service as another isolation booth if needed - and even the tile bath is wired for a very bright sound provided by ceramic reflection.
Relax!
Above the office is a small wonderfully therapeutic sleeping loft
where one can be lulled to sleep by the sound of the koi pond and
stream just outside the windows.
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Space, Gear,
Action! Analog console and/or an analog tape machine you ask?
The studio is set up to accommodate the wiring for those pieces.
Environmentally Correct! In the spring of 2013 ninety-nine solar panels were installed on the roof of the main house, enough to power the entire property. This means that all projects recorded at the Woodshed now have a zero carbon footprint.
Play and
play! In addition to recording, you can enjoy fantastic surfing,
tidepools, whale watching, and kayaking on private beaches within
walking distance of Woodshed Recording. Across from the studio lies
a swimming pool with a Jacuzzi and sauna. Stay!
For the ultimate recording experience the entire property can be
rented on a monthly basis. The totally separate fully furnished
two story four bedroom, four bath house has spectacular ocean and
mountain views from every room. All housekeeping, studio upkeep,
pool and yard maintenance is provided and we're told that If requested,
a personal chef, surfing instructor, and/or a master yoga teacher
will also be at your beck and call! Now that's California Dreaming
at Woodshed Recording! Booking Contact:
Joachim
Berose Photos: Keegan Gibbs
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