A hybrid recording studio and creative musical spacE
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HDP specializes in high-quality digital multi-tracking, mixing, editing, mastering, song construction, arrangement assistance, voice-overs, and podcast production.
Studio Services
Recording
Create and capture your next album or single with HDP. We use some of the finest analog audio equipment—from microphones to preamps, compressors, reverbs, echos, and EQs. The sonic palette is at your fingertips.
Mixing
Bring your creative masterpieces to life using the music industry's most beloved mixing equipment. Through collaboration, we'll develop a mix you are proud of, and your fans will love. Realize your unique sound.
Mastering
Add that perfect finishing touch to your audio creations using our state-of-the-art equipment. Create competitive files for Spotify, iTunes, YouTube, and more. Contact us about our rates, services, and availability.
We are HDP
Hughes Drive Productions (HDP) is a boutique home studio nestled in the coastal community of Huntington Beach, CA. Founded and led by veteran recording engineer and musician Dr. Shawn Taylor, HDP stands as a testament to the fusion of passion, experience, and cutting-edge technology in capturing sonic bliss.
What Makes Hughes Drive Different?
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20+ Years of Record Making
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Artist First Production Approach
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Album and Song Development Focus
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Deep Roots in Reggae and Dub
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Vintage Analog and Modern Recording Tools
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Live Performance Recording Expertise
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Collaborative Studio Environment
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Boutque, Personal Studio Experience
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Vintage API , Altec, Pultec and Neve EQs
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Neumann, Shure, AKG, Mojave, and Soyuz mics
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Burl converters and fully discrete analog summing
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Dante networked audio
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Plug-ins from UA, Slate, Soundtoys, and more
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Vintage and modern tube gear
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Handmade Analog Recording equipment
Modern Hybrid Studio, Old School Soul!
Vintage King's Studio Spotlight: HDP
Hughes Drive Productions was recently featured in Vintage King’s Studio Spotlight, where we talk about life at HDP, how we run sessions, and the gear that shapes our sound—check it out for a behind-the-scenes look at the studio, along with some of our favorite records and audio goals.
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