8120 Courthouse Rd. • Providence Forge, VA • 23140 • (804) 337-3056 •
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Ceridwen Productions' Audio Recording Studio

Our Recording Studio is a Digital Performer-based all-digital recording studio located in the quiet environs of Charles City county, conveniently halfway between Richmond and Williamsburg, Virginia. We specialize in recording and producing acoustic & electronic music from singer/songwriters to Rock and Alternative bands.

Whether your project is fully-produced and ready to record, or you are looking to take your ideas and work with an experienced producer to see them realized, we think you'll find what you need here. We have an excellent working relationship with outstanding local session musicians and our staff arranger can create the backing music you might need to realize your vision.

Our facilities feature two recording rooms, including a full drum room with studio kit, as well as our acoustically tuned mixing and control room. We can record a full band in isolation, or capture your performance all in one pass as needed.

The studio's amenities include wireless internet, coffee, a lounge with DVDs and video game consoles, overnight accomodations, and access to our kitchen and refrigerator should your project require an extended stay.

Lastly, our setup is fully portable, allowing us to record your performance live and return to the studio for a full mixdown including any necessary overdubs.

Recording Studio Hardware

  Platform
  • Dual 2.0GHz Macintosh G5
  • Dual Monitors
  • 2.0 Terabyte SATA RAID
  • KRK VXT8 Nearfield Reference Monitors
  • M-Audio Studiophile Surround & Center Channel Monitors
  • HSU Research Subwoofer

  Interfaces

  • MOTU 2408mk3 96kHz/24bit Audio Interface
  • MOTU 896hd 192kHz/24bit 8 channel preamp
  • MOTU 8pre 96kHz/24bit 8 channel preamp
  • Tascam FW-1884 16-channel DAW Controller

Recording Studio Audio Gear

  Microphones
  • AEA R-84 Ribbon Mic
  • CAD Trion-7000 Ribbon Mic
  • 2x Røde NT-5 Cardiod Condenser Mics
  • 2x Audio-Technica 4033 Large Diaphragm Cardiod Condenser Mics
  • Shure KSM-141 Multi- Pattern Condenser Mic
  • Shure KSM-27 Large Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Mic
  • Shure Beta-98 Instrument Conenser Mic
  • 3x Audix F-10 Dynamic Drum Mics
  • Audix F-12 Dynamic Drum Mic
  • Shure Beta-91 Kick Drum Mic
  • 3x Shure Beta-57 Dynamic Instrument Mics
  • Shure Beta-58 Dynamic Vocal Mic

  Preamps

  • 2ch AEA TRP Ribbon Preamp
  • 2ch PreSonus BlueTUBE Tube Preamp
  • 2ch Behringer Pre-Q Preamp/DI
  • MOTU 896hd 8 channel preamp
  • MOTU 8pre 8 channel preamp
  • Multiple DI Boxes

Instruments Available

  • 5-piece Gretsch Catalina Drum Kit with Paiste Signature Series Cymbals
  • Martin D-18 Acoustic Guitar
  • Epiphone Les Paul Ultra II Electric Guitar
  • Gibson "Flatiron" Mandolin
  • Fender Acoustic "Nashville Tuned" Guitar
  • Peavey Model 212-Classic Tube Guitar Amp
    • 2x12 Built-In Speaker Cabinet
    • Spring Reverb
    • Tremolo
  • SWR "Workingman's 2004" Bass Amp
    • 2x10 Speaker Cabinet
  • Fender 4-String Bass
  • Hammered Dulcimer
  • Various Hand Percussion
  • Various Brass & Ethnic Wind Instruments
  • Outstanding Session Players Available by Arrangement

Software

  • MOTU Digital Performer 6
  • EastWest/Quantum Leap Symphony Orchestra Platinum
  • EastWest/Quantum Leap Symphonic Choirs
  • EastWest/Quantum Leap Gypsy
  • MOTU MachFive2 Sampling Software
  • MOTU MX4 Synthesizer
  • Waves SSL-4000 Series Plugins
  • Waves IR-1 Convolution Reverb Suite
  • Antares AVOX Evo Processing Suite
  • iZotope Ozone Mastering Suite
  • iZotope Trash Distortion & Processing Suite
  • Line 6 POD Farm
This playlist represents a sample of some of the songs recorded, engineered, and mixed at our recording studio. Click on a track to listen to it! (Please keep in mind that these are compressed MP3 files: the CD and DVD quality recordings are uncompressed and higher quality.)

Client Testimonials

"We are a national touring band with seven CDs and soon to be two DVDs under our belt. We've worked with some real industry giants in other states and other countries. We have used Ceridwen Productions on two albums now, and can't imagine going anywhere else. Doug blends remarkable knowldge, state-of-the-art equipment and software together with a keen musician's ear. His work is affordable and timely.

But more than that, he is able to get inside my head to hear what I want to create, then works tirelessly to help me realize that. All too often, we run into people who want to tell us all the reasons why we can't do something. Doug is just the opposite. He wants to find every possible way to achieve our goals, no matter how lofty.

The facilities, though smaller than some other studios, are more than adequate, and are tastefully and acoustically treated to optimize their flexibility. Doug's resourcefulness is matched only by his encyclopedic knowledge of his software. I would recommend Ceridwen Productions to anyone, whether you're a solo act or a full-on five-piece band like we are. Doug will help you actualize your dreams."
-David Doersch, Run Wild Records

"Doug was extremely knowledgeable and professional during the entire recording process. Like a doctor who is confident in his practice of medicine but also possesses the ability to listen to the patient and individualize treatment. Doug is very adept at utilizing his experience while helping the musician reach their goal. He was enjoyable to work with and I would happily use him again in the future."
-Ted F., Williamsburg VA

"I first want to say thank you for taking the time to come out and do the recording for us. I was highly impressed with the work you sent, but the tips to help and suggestions that you offered were completely on point.... Thank you again for all of your help."
-Cassandra Albert, Cornerstone Baptist Church