“I wanted to build a studio where musicians can catch a vibe, feel comfortable creating solo or collaboratively, take creative risks, and produce work that best reflects their vision and their voice. Boardinghouse Recording Studio (BRS) is that space.

BRS is the studio I wish was available to me as a burgeoning musician.

I first started recording my own demos back in the early aughts on the classic OG white Macbook. That computer was my entire studio—no interface, mixer, external mic. I used Garageband and recorded vocals directly into the Macbook’s built-in mic. Eventually I started playing shows with musicians who doubled as engineers. They fast-tracked my access to professional recording and production. It was a game-changer.

With consultation from Brett Acoustics and recording engineer/ guitarist Chris Boerner, we’ve built a small but mighty recording room outfitted with high-end equipment— onboard converters, preamps, monitors, all the DAWs,— software and hardware selected at the advisement of people I trust. I’ve added my personal collection of instruments along with a few synths, drum machines and mics to the top-of-the line gear we’ve purchased. Our goal is simple: to provide artists the environment they need to produce dope work.

BRS is available for rent at a reasonable rate so that musicians of every caliber have equal access to a state of the art recording space.”

‍ ‍ —- shirlette ammons

BRS also seeks to create learning opportunities for up and coming musicians and audio engineers.

Stay tuned for programming updates including hi-fi listening sessions with your favorite DJs, musicians, writers, musicologists and audiophiles!

BRS is a funky little live room — clocking in at 13’ x 30’ with 8 ‘ ceilings— but don’t judge our vibe by our size!

PRICING - RECORDING

Base Hourly Rate (no engineer, room only): $40 / hr

With In-House Engineer: + $60 / hr

8-10 hr lockout: $250 / day (room only) $500/day (with engineer)  

Overtime / Late Fee:  20% after scheduled end

Deposit / Payment Terms: 50% deposit to hold session; balance due on day of session.

We can archive your session data for long term storage for $2 per gigabyte

BLOCK PACKAGES & COMMUNITY DISCOUNTS

Block packages: 4-hour block at 10% discount; 8-hour day at 15% discount. Discounted intro session or sliding scale for community projects (contact for rate).

Retainer / monthly package for producers: pre-paid monthly hours at discounted hourly.

Rush fee: +25–50% for expedited mixing turnaround.

PRICING - MIXING

Starting at $250/song (2 recalls included)

PRICING - VIDEO PODCASTING 

Audio + single-camera video, engineer included - $45/hr

2-camera setup (switching live or ISO record) - $65/hr

Half-day block (4 hrs, engineer included) - $150/day

Full- day block (8 hrs, engineer included) - $275/day

Editing & post-production (with intro/outro insertions, basic color correction, audio mastering) - $75/hr

Podcasting clients also have access to our vintage audio chain, onboard converters, and professional monitoring environment

HIGH FIDELITY LISTENING SESSIONS

Included amenities:

World-class nearfield reference speakers known for precision, depth, and natural low end.

Acoustically treated space — accurate imaging and balanced frequency response across the room, so your audience hears the mix exactly as intended.

Comfortable seating and lighting — designed for extended listening without fatigue.

Video projection — display visuals, album art, or lyric content.

Whether you’re premiering new demos for label partners, workshopping mixes with a trusted circle, or celebrating a finished project, our studio transforms into a private hi-fi listening lounge

Access to cash bar in a low-lit, vibey speakeasy with playback capabilities