David Meade in the Potting Shed Recording Studio
Recording Studio

The Potting Shed Recording Studio

A unique recording space in Cheltenham where students can capture their musical performances. Create lasting recordings of your progress.

About the Studio

Recording in the Potting Shed

The Potting Shed is more than just a lesson space - it's also a recording studio where students can capture their musical performances in a relaxed, pressure-free environment.

Recording is available to all students as part of their learning journey. Whether you want to hear how you sound, create a gift for family, or simply capture a moment in your musical progress, the studio is here for you.

The equipment is straightforward and designed to produce quality recordings without unnecessary complexity. The focus is on capturing your performance naturally and authentically.

Recording studio mixing desk
Equipment & Features

What's in the Studio

The Potting Shed is equipped with everything needed to capture quality recordings.

Quality Microphones

Professional condenser and dynamic microphones for capturing clear, detailed sound.

Multi-Track Recording

Record multiple instruments and vocals separately, then mix them together.

Digital Audio Workstation

Cubase software with cutting-edge tools for composing, recording, editing, and mastering music effortlessly.

Virtual Software

Virtual drumming machines, dedicated mastering software, and audio restoration tools.

Relaxed Environment

Comfortable, pressure-free atmosphere to help you perform at your best.

Your Own Recordings

Take home professional-quality recordings of your performances.

Ideas & Inspiration

What You Can Record

The recording studio is available for all sorts of musical projects.

1

Practice Recordings

Record yourself to hear how you really sound and identify areas for improvement.

2

Exam Preparation

Practice playing through your exam pieces with recording to build performance confidence.

3

Gift Recordings

Create a special recording of a song as a gift for family members or friends.

4

Musical Memory

Capture your musical progress at different stages of your learning journey.

5

Backing Tracks

Record yourself playing rhythm guitar to practice lead parts over.

6

Demo Recordings

Create demo tracks of your original songs or covers.

Studio Gallery

Inside the Potting Shed

Ready to Record?

Recording sessions are available to students. Get in touch to discuss your recording ideas and book a session in the Potting Shed.