Business Details
45 Years
experience
Professional Music Production & Recording Services London
Established in 1981, Roosterstudios in West London has been a cornerstone of the music and audio production industry for over four decades. Our facility combines cutting-edge technology with vintage equipment to deliver professional-grade recordings, mixing, and mastering services for artists, ensembles, and voiceover professionals. The studios 48-channel Otari Status analogue console, coupled with state-of-the-art UAD and DSP processing, ensures unparalleled sound quality. Extensive microphone collections, including Brauner VMA and Manley Gold reference mics, cater to diverse recording needs. Our clientele has included renowned artists such as Jamiroquai and The Divine Comedy, reflecting our reputation for excellence.The studios acoustically treated spaces comfortably accommodate bands, vocalists, and post-production projects. With flexible booking options available beyond standard hours, we prioritise client convenience. Owned by industry veteran Nick Sykes and supported by engineer Lloyd Jukes, our team brings decades of expertise to every project. We remain committed to delivering technical precision and creative support, maintaining our position as a trusted studio in Londons competitive music scene.
Services
Band Recording
Voiceover Production
Mixing Sessions
Mastering Services
Freelance Engineering Support
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- We offer access to high-end outboard and vintage compressor/limiters for superior sound quality.
- Our 40+ years' experience spans music, TV, film, and museum installations.
- We provide flexible booking options beyond standard working hours.
- Our control room delivers precise mixing environments with air conditioning.
- We accommodate diverse projects from bands to corporate voiceovers.
Services
Band Recording
Our acoustically controlled spaces accommodate bands, ensembles, and vocalists. With 24-channel analogue I/O via Pro Tools and Radar V systems, we ensure optimal recording conditions. The studio supports diverse musical projects while maintaining technical precision.
Voiceover Production
We specialise in voiceover recording and post-production for podcasts, TV, and audiobooks. High-quality microphones and channel strips minimise noise floors. Our team edits and processes audio to professional broadcast standards.
Mixing Sessions
Attended and unattended mixing services utilise our calibrated control room. Combining vintage outboard gear with UAD plugins, we deliver balanced mixes ready for mastering. Sessions benefit from air-conditioned comfort.
People
Nick Sykes
Owner
Founder of Rooster Studios in 1981, Nick brings decades of production and engineering experience. With a career spanning freelance work and studio ownership, he has collaborated with artists like Kajagoogoo and Jamiroquai.
Lloyd Jukes
Engineer/Mix Engineer
Joining in 2016, Lloyd contributes expertise from Bush Studios and collaborations with Sabrina Carpenter and Jasmine Thompson. His credits include audiobooks and work with jazz pianist Greg Foat and duo NERVO.
Questions
What recording services do you offer?
We provide band recordings, vocal sessions, voiceover production, and post-production work using professional-grade analogue and digital equipment.
Can I book outside standard hours?
Yes. Standard hours are 9am-6pm Monday-Friday, but free access is available after 6pm and weekends.
What equipment is available?
Our gear includes a 48-channel Otari Status console, Brauner and Manley microphones, vintage compressors, UAD plugins, and Nuendo 13 software.
Do you support freelance engineers?
Yes, we welcome freelance professionals and provide technical assistance for recording and mixing projects.
