Business Details
16 Years
experience
Professional Music Recording Studio in Passaic, NJ
North End Recording has been serving artists since 2010 from our historic 120-year-old warehouse in Passaic, New Jersey. Originally home to iconic bands like My Chemical Romance, our studio combines rich history with modern acoustic design and cutting-edge technology. Our 15-foot ceilings and dedicated live/control rooms provide optimal sound quality for projects ranging from demos to full-length albums. We cater to diverse genres including rock, metal, punk, acoustic, singer-songwriters, and hip hop, prioritizing accessibility without compromising professional standards. Our facility includes a private lounge, 24-hour security, and on-site parking to ensure artists can focus on creativity. With decades of combined experience in music production, our engineers specialize in capturing nuanced performances using top-tier equipment.We offer flexible scheduling options and work closely with clients to align sessions with their artistic vision and budgetary needs. Our commitment to quality extends to mastering partnerships with leading U.S. studios and comprehensive post-production services. The studio maintains a curated collection of vintage and modern instruments, amplifiers, and microphones to enhance every recording session. Our goal remains to provide an inspiring environment where artists can realize their musical potential through expert guidance and state-of-the-art resources.
Services
Studio Rentals
Pro Tools Sessions
24-Track Tape Recording
Mastering Services
Online Mixing
Drum Editing
Vocal Editing
Voice Overs
Equipment Rentals
Session Scheduling
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We offer 24-hour secure access to our state-of-the-art recording facilities
- Our engineers have decades of combined experience in professional music production
- We maintain a curated collection of vintage and modern recording equipment
- We provide flexible session scheduling with advance booking options
- We specialize in multiple genres including rock, metal, hip hop, and acoustic
Services
Studio Rentals
Our acoustically-treated live rooms and control rooms accommodate full bands or solo artists. Sessions include engineer support and access to premium recording equipment. Clients receive customized session blocks with flexible scheduling options.
24-Track Tape
We offer vintage 24-track 2" tape recording using Otari MTR-90 MK2 machines. This service captures warm analog tones while maintaining modern workflow capabilities through Pro Tools integration.
Mastering Services
Final mastering handled by industry-leading engineers ensures optimal sonic quality. We provide both in-house and partnered mastering options with tailored pricing for independent artists and major projects.
Online Mixing
Clients submit multitracks for professional mixing by our engineers. This service includes detailed communication about sonic goals and multiple revision cycles to achieve desired results.
Equipment Rentals
We provide microphones, amplifiers, and instruments including vintage Fender and Gibson models. Rental packages available for session musicians and visiting artists needing specialized equipment.
Questions
What recording equipment do you use?
We use Pro Tools 10HD with 24-track tape capabilities, Neumann and AKG microphones, vintage amplifiers, and a comprehensive collection of analog/digital processing gear.
Can I rent instruments or gear?
Yes, we offer rentals of guitars, basses, drums, amplifiers, and microphones including rare vintage models for session use.
Do you offer mastering services?
We provide mastering through in-house engineers and partnered studios, with options for different budget levels and project requirements.
What genres do you specialize in?
We work with rock, metal, punk, hip hop, acoustic, and singer-songwriter artists, with engineers experienced in diverse production styles.
How do session deposits work?
A 50% deposit is required to reserve session time, with rescheduling allowed 72 hours in advance. Deposits are non-refundable but can be applied to future bookings.
Reviews (1)
That Girl
Jan 28, 2015
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These are some really good dudes and their quality of sound is impeccable. The studios are comfortable and their customer service is outstanding.
