Earl Baumgardner on SoundBetter

I record, mix and edit Rock music. As a former touring guitar player I’ve built a world class studio specifically for recording and mixing Rock music.

I am the owner of Warehouse 231. The studio has a 24x28 world class tracking room designed by Wes Lachot. The control room is large with a API 1608 desk with expander. The studio has ATC speakers and Apollo interfaces.

The studio also has Yamaha custom recording drum kit, Marshall and Mesa Boogie guitar amp along with Fractal Axes. Other gear in the studio includes UA 1176, UA La2a, Neuman Mics, Chandler Redd microphone, SM7 and a variety of other mics and gear.

Each project is different and therefore base my rates on the project and to meet your budget.

I will work with you on revisions to your mix so that you are satisfied with the project..

I typically deliver 48 / 24 bit WAV files unless otherwise specified, and will send you a master loud version along with a mix version and proper headroom for mastering. I work with one of the top mastering firms in the country but you are certainly welcome to use any mastering firm you like.

Before completing my studio I attended sessions at Sunset Sound, Blackbird, and Studio La Fabrique. I toured extensivley in the 90s playing guitar in a touring band. I still play guitar , write songs and play some gigs but working with new clients in the studio or remotely is always exciting and gratifying.

I will always be honest with you as I want your project to be the best it can be!

Would love to hear from you. Click the contact button above to get in touch.

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by Neil Young
Our band OTI has nothing but excellent interactions with Earl and Warehouse 231. The studio is very comfortable and loaded with top tier gear. Earl is a talented engineer, but also very helpful with arrangement suggestions and getting the best takes
from our band. Being a musician himself I think gives him insight into what players face when they are in a position that can be intimidating or frustrating. Fantastic mix engineer and even set us up with a pro mastering house.
by Larry Thomas Moore, Jr
I’ve worked with a lot of producers and engineers and none have been as easy to work with as Earl. He’s patient, professional and his creative input to each of my tracks has been unmatched. In addition to being a wonderful producer and engineer he is a fantastic musician as well. I plan on working with Earl as much as possible in the future.

Interview with Earl Baumgardner

Q: Tell us about a project you worked on you are especially proud of and why. What was your role?
A: Started with the song Not Afraid by Larry Thomas Moore and took it from acoustic guitar all the way through to producing the Video.
Q: What questions do customers most commonly ask you? What's your answer?
A: How much does it cost? It depends on the project.
Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?
A: What's your timeframe? Do you have any music references you want me to listen to?
Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?
A: Guitar, Fractal Axe, Laptop, ATC Speakers, Boat
Q: What are you working on at the moment?
A: Mixing and recording rock records.
Q: Analog or digital and why?
A: Hybrid... Best of both worlds and workflow.
Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?
A: My goal is to make your song or songs sound as best possible and keep your vision intact.
Q: What do you like most about your job?
A: Get to make and listen to great music... every day!
Q: What's the biggest misconception about what you do?
A: I just take out the bad stuff :-) says my wife...
Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?
A: Have some type vision for your work and some music references for me to listen.
Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?
A: Was in a touring band in the 90s. Over past 10 years I have been mixing and now have a world class studio.
Q: How would you describe your style?
A: Rock influenced.
Q: Can you share one music production tip?
A: Always check phase on your instruments.
Q: What type of music do you usually work on?
A: Rock, Country Rock, Heavy rock.
Q: What's your strongest skill?
A: Listening to client and bringing their vision to life.
Q: What do you bring to a song?
A: I've been through the entire process from writing, producing, playing, mixing and recording. Also toured Live and recorded nad mixed live records and livestreams.
Q: What's your typical work process?
A: On mixing a song, I get a mix pretty quick. I will take a listen the next day and make decisions. Once happy I present to client. I use online service for sharing files back and forth.
Q: Tell us about your studio setup.
A: APT Console, ATC speakers, Control Room, Tracking Room, Apollo Interfaces
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: Mix and Record rock records