The Studio
Bigfoot Studios was built with both function and inspiration in mind, giving artists a full-service recording studio in Waterville to capture their best performances in a setting that fuels creativity.Blending analog warmth with modern precision, we create a vibrant, dynamic sound that brings every track to life.
A Space Shaped for Tone
Studio Design by Haverstick Designs
The floor plan for Bigfoot Studios was crafted by Haverstick Designs, prioritizing a clear line of sight between all rooms for effortless communication and workflow. This layout creates the ideal environment for collaboration, making it easy for artists, engineers, and producers to stay connected during the recording process.
Acoustic designer Gavin Haverstick worked closely with us to optimize the space for professional recording and mixing, ensuring that every room enhances the clarity, depth, and warmth of the sound. The result is a custom-built recording studio in Waterville designed to produce timeless, high-quality recordings.
The Goods
Bigfoot Studios is stocked with top-tier vintage and modern instruments, ensuring artists have the best tools for professional recording in Waterville. Our collection includes a 1973 Fender Rhodes with an Avion Preamp, a 1987 Kawai GS40 Grand Piano, and a custom Larry Wagner guitar, each adding rich, organic tones to any session. With vintage and boutique tube amps, a versatile Holloman drum kit, and an extensive microphone collection, we’re equipped for everything from intimate solo recordings to full-band studio sessions.
The Gear List
- Audient 4816 HE Console
- Antelope Audio Orion Gen 4 Converters
- Fostex E22 Mastering Reel to Reel
- Klark Teknik LA2A (Modded)
- Dizengoff D864
- Orban 622b (Modded)
- Radial extc 500
- JLM Audio LA500
- Neve RNDI
- Electrovoice EVT4500 Reverb
- Echoplex EP3 Tape Delay
- Klark Teknik EQP-KT (Modded)
- Universal Audio 4-710d
- FIvefish X72 Preamp
- Fivefish 2x SK-1DI
- SSL – x2
- API – ×4
- Fredenstein F609 Tube
- Fredenstein Artistic
- Black Lion B12a
- Stam Audio SA4000 Compressor
- DBX 160VU
- Stam Audio 1176
- Spring Reverb tank
Microphones
- RCA 74b
- Shure 55 Vintage
- Shure 300 Ribbon
- Beesneez Oliver Tube Condenser
- Stam SA-87 (U87 Clone)
- Custom C12 Condenser
- Aston Origin – Pair
- Electro-Voice RE20 – Pair
- Shure Sm57 Original
- Shure Beta 57
- Granelli Audio Labs Sm57
- Shure Sm58
- Shure Beta 87A
- Shure SM7B
- Shure Unidyne III 545 – x3
- Lewitt MTP 440 DM
- AKG D112
- AKG C451 EB w/ CK 1 Capsule – Pair
- AKG C451E w/ CK3 Capsule
- Cad M179 – Pair
- Oktava MK-012 Modded
- Beyerdynamic Opus 88 – x3
- SE Electronics R1 Ribbon – Pair
- Sennheiser E609
- TPS Sound Innovations Sub-Kick
- Sennheiser MD441U
- Aston Starlight
- Bang & Olufsen BM5
- Amperite SR80
- Beyerdynamic M260 x3
- Focal Solo 6
- Avantone Auratones
- Hear Technologies Hear Back System
- PRS SE Custom 24 w/ Motor City Pickups
- Fender Lite Ash Strat w/ Zhangbucker Pickups
- Fender Custom Telecaster
- Wagner Guitar w/ Bigsby and P90s
- Taylor Acoustic
- Martin LX1E Acoustic
- Córdoba Nylon String Acoustic
- Harmony Batwing Mandolin 1970’s
- Fender Marcus Miller Jazz Bass
- Fender Mustang Bass
- Kawai GS40 – 6’1” Grand – Maintained by
Lemle Pianos - Helpinstill Roadmaster 64 Piano
- Fender Rhodes Stage 73 – Restored with
Retro Flyer Preamp (includes“Miracle Mod”) - Hammond A102 with Leslie 122 –
- Maintained by John Doyle
- Fender Deville 212 III w/ Eminence Speakers
- Fender Blues Deville 212
- Fender Twin Reverb
- Swart Atomic Space Tone
- Silvertone Twin Twelve
- Dr Z Maz Jr. 18
- Dr Z 212 Cabinet w/ Weber Blue Dog and Silver
Bell Speakers - Custom 212 Cabinet w/ Celestion Vintage 30s
- Ampeg B15N – 1960s
- Holloman Custom Drums – 10”,12”,14”,16” Toms
20” Kick - Holloman Custom Snare – 14”
- Orange County Drums Maple Snare- 14×6
- Pork Pie Hip Pig Steel Snare- 13×7
- Mapex 14×8 Black Panther Big Cat
- Gretsch Catalina Maple Snare Drum – 5.5”x10″
- 14×5 – 1970’s Pearl Steel Snare
- Zildjian A Custum Medium Crash
- Zildjian Ping Ride
- Sabian AA Regular HiHats
- Sabian AA Thin Crash
- Sabian AAX 14″ Studio Crash
- Zildjian 10″ Splash
- Sabian Hand Hammered 18” Medium Crash
- Sabian HH 18” French Orchestral Crash
- – Many other AA/AAX cymbals
- – Many Auxiliary Percussion options
Come Make Some Music!
Located in Waterville, just outside Toledo, Bigfoot Studios is a leading music studio near Toledo, Ohio, offering full-service recording, mixing, and mastering for artists seeking authentic, high-quality production. Whether you’re a solo artist, band, or producer, we provide the tools and expertise to bring your music to life.
