SERVICES
Sing Sing caters to a wide range of client needs & offers a number of different tracking & mixing possibilities (in stereo and 5.1 Surround Sound) plus Mastering, Voice-over recording, a Writing Lounge, and a Tape baking and Transfer service.
TEAM
Sing Sing is owned and run by Kaj Dahlstrom (Managing Director) and Jude Colman (Administration Manager). Please direct all enquiries to us*.
Our Studios are supported by a group of talented and knowledgeable freelance Assistants and Engineer/Producers, all of whom know our rooms intimately. These people and are ready, willing and able to help get clients’ sessions up and running smoothly, and to weave the recording magic required to make a project unique.
We are happy to refer clients to a number of experienced Engineer/Producers with an intimate knowledge of our Studios. Engineers new to the Studio will also find their work enhanced by the helpful knowledge of a skilled Assistant.
*Please ring to discuss our rates and special deals. We are happy to email rates once we know what your project entails.
PROJECT DIVERSITY
Although Sing Sing is largely dedicated to the recording, mixing and mastering of albums, EP’s and singles, our rooms are also used for a variety of other musically or sound related projects such as:
- A space and facility for recording and filming “Live” music videos.
- Recording & Mixing of film & Telemovie scores, Television series themes, TVC’s, Cinema Commercials, themes and music for major Sporting and Cultural events.
- Spoken voice recording (for Film & Television advertisements & promotions, Art Gallery audio tours, Instructional Educational packages and Talking books etc).
- Theatre company projects (recording chorus lines, solo artists, ‘sound off’ (Sound effects) and even tap-dancers.
- Record Label Listening parties (presenting their artists’ latest recordings to journalists and media representatives)
- A showcase style of space for intimate live concerts played to small audiences.
- A location for interviewing Australian and International Artists (filmed or recorded by local & international Media or Production companies)
- A Film or Telemovie location.
- A Studio location for still photographic and publicity shoots of Artists, Engineers &/or Producers.
- Industry Presentations of new lines of Audio equipment.
- Tertiary Audio school Tutorials
Whatever your project, if its musically related and possible, we are open to discussion. Please ring for a quote based on rooms, requirements and time involved.
Please note that Sing Sing has no rehearsal rooms for hire. Neither do we hire out our facility as a party venue or offer recording as a party activity. Finally, due to the unpredictable nature of bookings, we are not able to offer Group Tours of the premises.
PARKING
Parking is relatively easy to find in South Yarra. There are several public Car Parks locally as well as paid and unpaid street parking spots. Clients are advised to observe parking signs and be mindful of time limits to avoid fines.
SHOPS & DIVERSIONS
Being situated in Chapel Street, South Yarra we have easy access to a variety of shops, cafes and restaurants. Some of the most beautiful parks and gardens in Victoria are within walking distance of the studio as well as the Sports and Entertainment precincts of Melbourne. Our clients have many dining options available to them in addition to a wide range of possibilities for entertainment and engagement after hours or on days off.
DOMESTIC FACILITIES
South Yarra is a cosy, homey place that offers clients several spaces in which to relax. Whether its watching movies, enjoying a meal, playing electronic or board games or simply reading and relaxing, South can accommodate you … and for folks seeking to expend more than a little energy, there’s a professional sized ping-pong table.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
Our Studio is conveniently close to several modes of Public Transport. Happily in South Yarra, a tram is right on your doorstep with further trams, as well as trains and buses, but a short walk away.