Business Details
29 Years
experience
Your Trusted Seattle Recording Studio for Music and Voice Over
Mirror Sound Studio has been a cornerstone of Seattle's music and audio production scene since 1997, offering a unique blend of analog warmth and digital precision. Our state-of-the-art facility caters to musicians, voice-over artists, and media professionals through comprehensive services including recording, mastering, mixing, and voice-over production. With decades of combined experience, our team of engineers and musicians, led by Ken Fordyce and Derek Fordyce, prioritizes artistic integrity while leveraging cutting-edge technology. We maintain a hybrid studio environment combining Pro Tools HD with analog gear to deliver second-to-none sound quality.Our educational programs, including the Practical Audio Recording Course, empower emerging talent through hands-on learning. Client testimonials consistently highlight our collaborative approach, technical expertise, and the comfortable, creative atmosphere that defines our studio experience. From local bands to major label projects, we've built a reputation for exceeding expectations while maintaining budget-conscious efficiency.
Services
Recording
Voice Over
Mastering
Mixing
Studio Gear
Audio Classes
Sample Production
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of professional recording experience with hybrid analog/digital technology
- Our engineers have worked with Grammy-winning artists and major media productions
- We maintain a comfortable, non-intimidating studio environment for all skill levels
- We provide hands-on audio education through our Practical Audio Recording Course
- We guarantee revisions at no additional cost until you're completely satisfied
What people say
Highly professional
Knowledgeable engineers
Comfortable atmosphere
Exceeded expectations
Amazing recording experience
Services
Recording
Our state-of-the-art recording facility offers hybrid analog/digital capabilities for music, voice-over, and media production. We provide professional-grade microphones, preamps, and monitoring systems in acoustically optimized rooms. Our engineers work closely with artists to capture authentic performances while maintaining technical excellence throughout the recording process.
Voice Over
We specialize in professional voice-over production for commercials, audiobooks, and media projects. Our isolation booth and digital connectivity support remote sessions with real-time collaboration. Clients receive expert direction and multiple delivery formats including Source Connect and phone patch options for seamless integration with production workflows.
Mastering
Our mastering services combine Waves software and analog processing to optimize audio for distribution. We ensure consistent frequency balance, dynamic range control, and proper sequencing across formats. Clients receive reference CDs for approval before final Red Book standard CD production or digital mastering for online platforms.
Mixing
We offer hybrid analog/digital mixing with professional EQ, compression, and effects processing. Our engineers focus on emotional impact while maintaining technical precision across all genres. Clients receive unlimited revisions and final delivery in high-resolution stereo formats suitable for mastering or direct distribution.
Audio Classes
Our Practical Audio Recording Course provides hands-on training in studio techniques, DAW operation, and home recording setup. Small class sizes ensure personalized instruction from industry professionals. Students gain practical experience using professional gear while learning both theoretical concepts and real-world applications for modern audio production.
People
Ken Fordyce
Director of Operations and Engineering
Berklee College of Music graduate with 40+ years in professional audio. Specializes in hybrid analog/digital production across multiple genres. Teaches audio engineering at Seattle University and University of Washington. Industry veteran with experience at Sigma Sound Studios and NFL Films.
Derek Fordyce
Audio Engineer
Graduate of Mirror Sound's Practical Audio Recording Course with expertise in digital editing and remote production. Handles voice-over sessions, mastering, and video editing. Experienced in both studio engineering and live performance settings. Provides technical support for educational programs.
Questions
What types of recording services do you offer?
We provide music recording, voice-over production, audiobook recording, and media sound design using hybrid analog/digital technology. Our services include full band tracking, remote sessions, and single-artist projects.
Do you offer mastering for digital distribution?
Yes, we master audio for all formats including streaming platforms, with high-quality MP3 encoding and Red Book standard CD production. Our engineers optimize loudness and frequency balance for your intended distribution channel.
Are your engineers experienced with different music genres?
Our team has worked across rock, pop, jazz, classical, and electronic genres. Ken Fordyce's 40+ years in the industry include work with major label artists and independent musicians across multiple musical styles.
Do you provide audio education programs?
Yes, we offer the Practical Audio Recording Course covering studio techniques, DAW operation, and home recording setup. Classes include hands-on experience with professional gear and personalized instruction from industry professionals.
Can I tour the facility before booking?
We welcome studio tours to familiarize clients with our equipment and spaces. Contact us to schedule a visit and see our acoustically optimized rooms, monitoring systems, and hybrid analog/digital setup.
What makes your studio different from others?
We combine decades of analog expertise with modern digital tools in a musician-friendly environment. Our engineers prioritize artistic vision while maintaining technical excellence, with a proven track record of client satisfaction since 1997.
Reviews (4)
Gardner Stevenett
Jan 22, 2022
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Mirror Sound Studio is a perfect space for making musical vision come alive. I visited the studio while teaching a "School of Rock" class with high school students. The kids rehearsed for two weeks and then came into the studio and recorded two songs in a day. Ken and his team were fantastic with the kids, who are STILL talking about it. The turnaround time with the mix was also amazing. I can't recommend Ken's space enough!
Tucker Buxton
Oct 24, 2021
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I took the PARC course and learned far more than I could have on my own. I feel I have learned tools that will benefit me the rest of my career and had them taught to me in a comprehensive way that makes me understand how they really work. I'd reccommend this class to anyone looking to see and understand how a real studio practices recording and mixing and gaining some building blocks to getting there yourself.
Jon Oldman
Jun 18, 2021
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I got to come in and record a voiceover demo as part of a course I'm taking, and it was a very cool & informative experience. Staff were relaxed and knowledgeable and easy to work with. I was pretty nervous coming into my first professional recording but by the end of the session i felt really good about the work we did. Thanks guys!
Ethan Parks
May 24, 2021
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The Practical Audio Recording Course (PARC) is a fantastic course for anyone who wants to break into the world of recording studios, or deepen their knowledge of recording and mixing. Ken is incredibly experienced and knowledgeable, and also a musician himself. The lectures and textbooks were a great resource, but to have hands-on experience in a studio environment has been invaluable to my learning. A great investment in my education.
