audio archiving and restoration services

Audio Archiving & Mastering Studio

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Audio Engineering for 40 + years

AUDIO ARCHIVING AND MASTERING STUDIO

Since 2006, Creative Audio Works audio archiving and mastering studio has serviced some incredible projects. Our chief mastering engineer, Stewart Adam, maintains the highest professional standard for his equipment and expertise to stay in lockstep with the evolving industry.

Our studio, located in Plymouth, Massachusetts, is designed by award-winning designer Lou-Clark of Sonic-Space. The studio is designed specifically for transfer, restoration, and mixing for projects large and small. Mix Magazine named Creative Audio Works’ studio to “The Class of 2012: The Years’ finest Facilities.”

 

Formats we accept

1/4″ and 1/2″  8-track reel-to-reel
4 track reel-to-reel ¼” tape
¼ track stereo, reel to reel ¼” tape
Sony PCM F1 (501,601,701)* and  Nakamichi DMP-100*
Cassette, Micro Cassette, and Mini Cassette
4 track Cassette
8 track cassette
Gray Audograph (CLV)
Soundscriber Discs
Records (16, 33.3, 45, 78 rpm)
Alesis M20 8 track Digital Tape (8,16.24 and 32 track)
Chicago Wire reel recordings

*VHS and Betamax format Supported for F1 and Nakamich encoded tapes.

 

Equipment

2 Intel Mac Computers
2 MOTU 16A Converters with Black Lion modifications
Polk Audio LSiM707 monitors
Mackie MR824 Monitors
Genelec 8030 Monitors
Tascam 1/2″ 38-8 8 track w/John French modified head block
Fostex M80 eight-track Modified for 7.5 and 15ips tape speed
Sony PCM-800 (8 track)
Alesis M20 8-16-24 and 32 track
Sony PCM501 Digital processer (Compatible with Sony PCMF1, 601,701, and Nakamichi DMP-100
3 Otari MTR 10
1 Otari MTR 12
2 Studer A710 cassette deck
6 Marantz PMD 502 Cassette decks
2 Fostex D25 DAT decks
DBX Type I and II Noise Reduction
Dolby Noise Reduction, A, B, and C Noise Reduction
REK-O-KUT® LEGACY TURNTABLE
Vadlyd MD12MK4 78 and RIAA Phono Preamp
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SOFTWARE

Steinberg Wavelab 9.5
Steinberg Cubase 10.5
DSP Quattro Mastering software
iZotope RX Advanced
Numerous plug-ins for restoration and mastering
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Creative Audio Works studio

Reviews of our Archiving, Restoration and Mastering Services

Anne T.

Stewart has just completed two projects for me. He transferred a moldy and scratched 1940’s 78 records to CD, and transferred a collection of eleven 1940’s 78 jazz records to CD for me. I am delighted with the results- Stewart carefully cleaned the records, eliminated the scratches and background noise, and the CD’s all sound fantastic. Stewart even designed CD labels that echo the original record labels. It is amazing and wonderful to enjoy the beauty of this music after all these years. Stewart is a true professional and I thoroughly enjoyed working with him. I highly recommend his services.

The McCormack Family

Thanks so much for the quick turn-around transferring my Mother’s 50 something-year-old audiotape. The sound quality of the CDs was terrific. We now have a family treasure we can share with all those family and friends who loved my Mother and miss her singing. The joy these CDs have brought us is immeasurable. We’re so glad we found you. Best wishes,

Steve T.

Stewart has been a part of our team for many years. We have worked together for almost 20 years for both our local and location production sound. In recent years, Stewart has been of service as an audio expert for creating enhancements, restoration, and conversions of audio that is less than optimal. He is a professional with a personality that understands the needs of our clients and reflects the quality that is expected from any RAMPION team member. He is fully equipped for any sound or audio challenge.

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