Location: Charlotte, North Carolina
Studio type: Professional
Availability: Open 24 hours

About Old House Studio

Established in 1998 within the rustic confines of a century-old farmhouse nestled in Gastonia, NC, Old House Studio was born from the collaborative vision of David Black and Scott Applegate. What began as a modest venture has blossomed into one of the premier commercial recording facilities in the vibrant Charlotte area. Situated just a stone's throw away from major thoroughfares including I-77, I-85, and I-485, as well as downtown Charlotte, our studio boasts a strategic location that offers unparalleled accessibility. Whether arriving from Charlotte Douglas International Airport or navigating the city's eclectic neighborhoods and vibrant arts scene, reaching us is a breeze. Spanning an impressive 2000 square feet, our facility strikes the perfect balance between musician-friendly ambiance and compatibility for freelance engineers. We pride ourselves on fostering an environment where creativity flourishes and artistic expression knows no bounds. Explore our website to delve into detailed descriptions of our studio offerings and additional information. Should you have any inquiries or require further clarification, please don't hesitate to reach out to us directly. At Old House Studio, we're dedicated to providing an unparalleled recording experience tailored to your unique needs and aspirations.

Studio tour

Services available

3 services

Recording

Professional multi-track recording with top-quality equipment and acoustically treated rooms.

Mixing

Expert mixing services to blend and balance your tracks for a polished, cohesive sound.

Sound Design

Custom sound creation for film, games, and multimedia projects.

Studio amenities

10 amenities

Vocal Booth

Dedicated soundproof space optimized for clean, isolated vocal recordings.

Isolation Booth

Separate recording space to capture instruments without sound bleed.

Control Room

Professional monitoring environment with calibrated speakers and acoustic treatment.

Live Room

Spacious area designed for full band recordings and live ensemble sessions.

Drum Room

Acoustically tuned space specifically designed for drum kit recording.

Piano Room

Dedicated room with grand or upright piano in optimal acoustic conditions.

Equipment

1 items

“Slingeretsch” Drumkit (1965 14×18 Slingerland bass drum, mid-60s Gretsch “Round Badge” 8×12 and 14×14 toms) | Slingerland Vintage Marching Bass Drum (9×26–1950s) | Gretsch Vintage Concert Bass Drum (10×28–1950s) | Ludwig Rocker Toms (11×13, 16×16) | Remo 12” Roto Tom | Tama Octobans (#5 & #6) | Custom Aluminum Octobans (Set of four) | Ayotte Custom Maple Snare (4×10–1995) | Gretsch Max Roach Progressive Jazz Model Vintage Snare (4×14–1960s) | Gretsch Vintage Snare (5×14–1960s) | Keplinger Custom Stainless Steel Snare (6.5×14) | Kent Uni-Lug Wood Snare (5×14–1960s) | Ludwig Jazz Festival Mahogany Snare (5×14–1963) | Ludwig LM400 Supraphonic Snare (5×14) | Ludwig LM402 Supraphonic Snare (6.5×14) | Ludwig LB552K Hammered Bronze Snare (6.5×14) | Ludwig LM404 Acrolite Snare (5×14–early 1980s) | Ludwig Coliseum Maple Snare (8×14–1970s) | Noble & Cooley Custom SS Solid Maple Snare (3.75×14–1986) | Noble & Cooley Custom SS Solid Maple Snare (7×14–1990) | Noble & Cooley HP Horizontal Ply Maple/Mahogany Snare (6.5×12–1996) | Noble & Cooley CD Maple Snare (3.75×13–1995) | Noble & Cooley Studio Classic Maple Snare (5×14) | Pearl B4514 Chrome-Over-Brass Snare (5×14–1970s) | Pork Pie Custom Maple Snare (6×13–2001) | Pork Pie Custom Maple Snare (6×13–2001) | Pork Pie Bell Brass Snare (6×13–mid 90s) | Pork Pie Patina Brass Snare (7×13–2009) | Pork Pie Pig Lite Acrylic Snare (6×14–2006) | Pork Pie B.O.B. Black On Brass Snare (6.5×14–2016) | Rogers Powertone Chrome-Over-Brass Snare (5×14–1960s) | Slingerland Mahogany/Poplar Snare (6.5×14–1960s) | Tama BB156 Bell Brass Reissue Snare (6.5×14–2016) | Tama Superstar Birch Snare (5.5×14–2000s) | Tama Swingstar Chrome-Over-Steel Snare (6.5×14–1980s) | Yamaha Recording Custom Birch Snare (5.5×14–1989) | Alvarez ABT60 Acoustic Baritone | Brownsville Choirboy 12 Electric 12-string | Danelectro U2 Electric Baritone (1990s) | Danelectro Convertible | Epiphone Les Paul (’56 Gold Top Reissue/ P90s) | Fender Precision 4-string Bass w/ Hipshot D-tuner (American–1970s) | Fender Precision 4-string Bass (Custom Shop, Mid 80s) | Fender ’62 Re-issue Telecaster (MIJ, 1986) | Fender Mustang (CIJ 2002) | Fender ‘Custom’ Telecaster 1972 re-issue w/frailin p90 style pickups (MIM 2003) | Fender American Standard Stratocaster | Fender Duo Sonic w/Seymour Duncan Mini-Humbuckers (MIJ 1997) | Ibanez AS50 “335” Copy (1980) | Rickenbacker 360 (mid 90s) | Steinberger Spirit | Squire Super Sonic (Vista Series, 1996) | Ibanez 684 Concord “Hummingbird” Copy Acoustic Guitar (1970s) | Rickenbacker 4001 Bass (1977) | Gretsch Rally (1967) | Gibson SG Standard (2000s) | Gibson ES125 (1968) | Gibson MK-53 Acoustic Guitar (1976) | Peavy T15 (1978) | Yamaha FG75 Acoustic Guitar (red label, MIJ, late 1960s)