ANNOUNCEMENTS

The First is Introduction to Basic Studio Recording:
PEP 5260-66110 (Sept 15th through 18th) 6 to 9 PM
Come and be introduced to basic recording equipment and procedures in a studio recording setting. This class will prepare you to advance in the field and will include pertinent instruction on the essential elements for a studio, which include consoles or mixers, recorders, and monitors. You will also learn how to identify which microphones to use and how to place them, as well as a basic mix after recording. Class will be based on using a Pro Tools System.

The Second is Basic Studio Recording Lab:
PEP 6170-66113 (Oct 6th through 9th) 6 to 9 PM
This class is the follow-up lab course to PEP 5260, Basic Studio Recording. It is highly recommended to complete the 1st course before taking this one. Complete a recording project from start to finish. Learn how to set up Pro Tools for an actual recording process and build computer templates. Gain new vocal recording techniques and complete a final mix to ready for the mastering process. The end result will be a finished CD the band can take home and use for an actual demo for shopping purposes.

For further class information please contact Ron Vento - aurora4dth@aol.com
For pricing or school info please contact Vicki Grow - 301.934.7652/vickieg@csmd.edu

All classes will be taught at Nightsky Studios in Waldorf Maryland.

We have just added a new stereo pre-amp to our gear line up. The A Designs Pacifica.

Here is some info on it:

A Designs Pacifica has the depth of a Neve, the clear midrange of API, and the top end of a Massenburg.

Nightsky Studios will be putting together its first ever compilation CD. The CD will feature 10 bands. Any BAND or any genre can be included. Bands that have recorded at Nightsky Studios will obviously get priority.

What does this cost you???

Well that depends...
A. If your track has already been recorded at Nightsky Studios, the cost is $200
B. If you have a track and the recording quality is good but we didn't record it, the cost will be $300
C. If you have no track recorded and want to have a song recorded and included, the cost is $500. We will supply the recording, start to finish, up to 10 hours time, which will get you a top quality recording. This in itself is $450 so you will basically be included on the CD for $50.

What do you get in return???

All bands will get 100 copies of the CD to sell, give away or do with whatever you like. So even if you sell these things at $5 each you will more than double your money. The CDs will be professionally printed and a 12 page booklet will be included. Each band will get 1 full page in the booklet. I will supply you with the template to use and you can design your own panel in the CD.

Remember there will be 9 other bands selling and promoting these CDs. I will also be keeping about 50 or so copies to send to various promoters, labels, etc. who I have made contact with over the years.

I would like to have this CD out by early September, which means all bands would have to be recorded and/or submitted by early August. The release date could be earlier or later depending on how quickly the CD fills up. Any interested parties should contact me at aurora4dth@aol.com or call 301.910.6163. If you are a graphics artist and want to design the front and back covers, please get in touch. And remember, this is for BANDS only.

Nightsky Studios in March 08 Issue of Mix Magazine (03/09/08)

Nightsky Studios will be in Mix Magazine March 08 issue under the "Track Sheet" section. The short spot talks a bit about the internship program, studio etc.

New Internship is Filled (02/01/08)

The February through August intern position has been filled.  The new position will begin on September 1st.  Thanks to all those who sent resumes etc. We will keep them until the next go around. Feel free to send us an email reminder if you are still interested closer to the next internship (aurora4dth@aol.com) If you are unfamiliar with the internship policy please visit the FAQ's section on the information page for how the internship works.

Nightsky Studios Gets Baby Grand Piano (07/14/07)

Nightsky Studios has just added a Vintage Schumann R6 Baby Grand Piano to the studios instrument list. It will be available to everyone for all sessions.

Current Internship Filled (06/15/07)

The current internship which will last until Jan 08 has been filled. If you are interested in the next one please send an email so i can have you on file for Jan. ( aurora4dth@aol.com ). Before emailing please see the previous news post "Concerning Internships at the Studio" or go to the FAQ's section on the information page to see the intern policy.

New Internship Policy (06/09/07)

Nightsky Studios is taking on a new Internship Policy. Due to lack of dedication and punctuality in some of our past interns, the studio will now follow in line of what most other studios are now doing at this time. A six month internship at Nightsky Studios will now cost $1000. We have researched this extensively and found that the studios that do it this way tend to weed out the interns that are just at the studio for leisure. We are looking for interns that are there to learn and help not just sit back and go to sleep or not show up. This is BY FAR the best schooling you can get and it is 1 on 1 with tons of hands on. So before you look at the price remember that schooling at any institution will cost thousands more. Internships at working studios are very valuable and look great on your resume. We will only be taking 1 intern for every six month period so they can work as much as they like. The Studio generally runs 5 to 7 days a week. This is a first come first serve position. Minor Pro tools and other experience are preferred but not entirely necessary if you are good at learning quickly.  Any interested parties should contact Ron Vento at AURORA4dth@aol.com, also visit the web site at nightskystudios.org

Updated to Pro Tools 7.2 (09/29/06)

Nightsky Studios has another upgrade!!! We have just upgraded our Pro Tools software yet again to the new Pro Tools 7.2. We are still using the top HD 3 Accel System, just with the latest and greatest version of Pro Tools.

New API Gear (05/06/06)

Nightsky Studios has just upgraded its studios again with the addition of an API 3124 4 channel pre amp and an API 2500 stereo buss compressor. Anyone who has heard these pieces knows what they bring to the studio. Also two 23" Apple cinema displays were added as well. New photos to come soon.

Nightsky Studios Featured in May Issue of EQ Magazine (05/03/06)

Nightsky Studios will be featured in EQ Magazine again in the May issue in the "Room With A VU" Section

Nightsky Studios Featured in EQ Magazine

Ron Vento (Nightsky Studios) will be featured in the February 2006 EQ magazine adding 10 tips / tricks of the top 200 tricks of the industry. Also keep an eye out for either March or April issues as well when the studio will have a full feature as well.

Nightsky Studios Adds Pro Tools HD3 Accel System

Nightsky Studios is proud to now add the New Pro Tools HD3 Accel system to its arsenal. This is the most powerful and flexible Pro Tools system to date. Very few studio in the area are offering this. System features 24-bit/192 kHz audio files. Play back up to 192 simultaneous fully automatable tracks of pristine audio with the guarantee of no dropped samples, all running on the studio's new 2.5g dual processor Macintosh G5. This is the system you want to do your next project on!!! Don't be fooled by studios offering Pro Tools using home versions such as Digi 001, Digi 002 and Mbox.