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Professional Music Mixing & Mastering Services in Summit, IL
Studio VMR has been dedicated to delivering professional-grade music production services for over 48 years. Founded by industry veteran Don Griffin, our studio combines decades of hands-on experience with state-of-the-art equipment to serve artists across rock, rap, gospel, country, blues, and beyond. We specialize in mixing, mastering, and recording, offering clients the technical precision and creative insight needed to elevate their projects. Our facility features custom-modified gear, including the Don Griffin Master Switcher, ensuring seamless hardware comparisons during critical sessions. With a career spanning professional performance, production, and engineering, Don brings a musicians perspective to every project, ensuring results that meet commercial and artistic standards.

Our commitment to quality has earned trust from diverse clients, including Grammy-voting members and international artists. Whether refining home recordings or producing full albums, we prioritize clarity, dynamics, and emotional impact. Located in Summit, IL, we provide personalized support for sessions of all scales, from solo musicians to large ensembles. Our equipment library includes vintage amps, Neumann microphones, and advanced digital tools, ensuring versatility for any genre. Backed by a legacy of excellence, we remain focused on helping artists achieve their vision through technical mastery and collaborative creativity.
Services
Mixing Mastering Recording Sessions Music Production Live Instrument Rentals
Details
  • Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
  • We offer 48 years of combined industry experience in music production.
  • Our team specializes in all genres, from rock to hip-hop and classical.
  • Custom-designed Don Griffin Master Switcher ensures seamless hardware comparisons.
  • We utilize vintage amps, Neumann microphones, and advanced digital tools.
  • Clients include Grammy-voting members and internationally recognized artists.
What people say
Exceptional sound quality Experienced team Versatile genre expertise Custom equipment Professional results
Services
Mixing
Our mixing service balances individual tracks to create cohesive, dynamic final masters. Engineers use SSL and AMEK consoles alongside digital tools to ensure clarity and depth. Clients receive polished mixes optimized for commercial release across genres.
Mastering
Mastering refines mixes for distribution, enhancing tonal balance and loudness consistency. We employ high-end processors and the Don Griffin Master Switcher for precise adjustments. Deliverables include CD-quality masters and reference discs.
Recording Sessions
Our live room accommodates full bands or solo artists, featuring vintage amps and drums. Sessions include engineer support and access to Pro-Tools HD3. Ideal for demos, albums, or live-to-master recordings.
Music Production
From composition to final mix, we offer end-to-end production. Services include session musicians, programming, and arrangement. Tailored for artists needing creative and technical support throughout the recording process.
Live Instrument Rentals
Access vintage Marshalls, Fenders, and Ampegs during sessions. Our collection includes Neumann microphones and drum kits. Rentals are available for in-studio use to enhance recordings with authentic analog tones.
People
Don Griffin
Founder & Chief Engineer
Don Griffin is a Grammy-voting member with 48 years in music, including performance, production, and engineering. He founded Studio VMR to combine his technical expertise and artist perspective, serving clients globally.
Questions
What services does Studio VMR offer?
We provide mixing, mastering, recording sessions, music production, and access to vintage instruments and amps.
Who is Don Griffin?
Don Griffin is the founder, a Grammy-voting member, and veteran musician with 48 years of industry experience.
What equipment is available?
Our gear includes Neumann microphones, Apogee converters, SSL and AMEK consoles, and vintage amps.
Do you work with all music genres?
Yes, we specialize in rock, hip-hop, gospel, country, blues, classical, and more.