I'll just do a new purpose-built structure and then outfit accordingly.
The biggest drawback is then I'd have a real studio on the property. I know the kind of people who are attracted to such a thing.
Would you be using it for your own enjoyment exclusively, or do you have enough bands up there that you could start making records for other people?
I know damned well that I'd be letting people use it. You can't keep a studio like this hidden. They'll find out and ask for free studio time. This will attract a certain class of people, among whom many I call my friends...
I still don't want 'em in my studio at all hours of the day and night.
Yeah that’s exactly why I want to build one offsite and have a business partner. I’d certainly let some friends use the studio when it’s not booked, but we plan on making it a business. Ideally he’ll get good enough at tracking that I can focus on mixing, but I’ll still be really hands on for the first couple years I’m sure.
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