Neve BCM10 MK II
On April 22, 2025, Ardent Studios completed an agreement for a Neve BCM10 MK II 32-channel desk with classic 1073 modules from AMS Neve, set
April 23, 2025
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Studio A is home to a recently renovated control room and equipped with a 72-channel Neve 88RS console. Since 1971, Studio A has been One of the two original studios at Ardent’s Madison Avenue location, having hosted many legendary clients. The live room, Ardent’s largest at 24’ 9” x 38’ 10”, boasts high ceilings and three large isolation booths, providing ample space and excellent sightlines for musicians and producers. In 1989, legendary producer Tom Dowd, alongside Ardent’s founder John Fry, meticulously tuned the acoustics of the live room to Dowd’s exacting standards. From tiger maple and mahogany woodwork, to Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired lighting, Studio A is designed with elegance and inspiration in mind. For moments of relaxation the studio includes a indoor lounge and a outdoor patio, offering artists the perfect environment to recharge and return to the creative process.
Studio B features a 48-channel Solid State Logic Duality Fuse console, along with 32 additional channels of analog summing to support both classic and hybrid workflows. Renovated in 2024, it stands as the second original studio at Ardent’s Madison Avenue location, first opened in 1971. Over the decades, it has hosted some of Ardent’s most iconic sessions, maintaining its reputation as a trusted space for both tracking and mixing. The studio offers precise stereo and Dolby Atmos monitoring from industry-leading brands like Bowers & Wilkins, ATC, McIntosh, and Trinnov, creating a world-class listening environment. Studio B’s live room measures 24′ 17″ and includes a mid-sized isolation booth, offering an intimate sound and vibe. Its unique acoustic character and inviting atmosphere make it a favorite among artists and engineers seeking a warm, focused space for creative work.
Studio C features a 32-channel Neve BCM 10 l with 1073 preamps and custom multitrack bussing, delivering a rich analog sound ideal for both modern and vintage workflows.
Its live room—Ardent’s second largest at 27’ 6” x 32’—offers ample space for tracking and features three isolation booths with excellent sightlines for seamless collaboration between artists, engineers, and producers.
Over the years Studio C became the creative home for legends like ZZ Top and Stevie Ray Vaughan. In 2024, the control room was revised with modern acoustic and technical upgrades.
With precise monitoring from Bowers & Wilkins, ATC, Trinnov, and McIntosh, Studio C now provides a world-class listening experience while preserving its warmth and character for over four decades.
Studio D is the newest addition to the Ardent complex.
It was designed to meet the evolving needs of modern artists and producers. This intimate space is perfect for programming, light overdubbing, editing, stem mixing, or creating a one-on-one environment where artists can work in complete privacy during moments of inspiration
Available exclusively to clients currently working on projects at Ardent, Studio D offers a dedicated and personal space for those looking to bring their vision to life in a more intimate setting.
The control room measures 11.5 x 14 feet, providing a compact yet highly functional environment for precise work and close collaboration.
On April 22, 2025, Ardent Studios completed an agreement for a Neve BCM10 MK II 32-channel desk with classic 1073 modules from AMS Neve, set
On April 21, 2025, Ardent Studios installed a 48-channel Solid State Logic Duality Fuse SuperAnalogue Console in Studio B. After discussions with Phil Scholes from
Ardent takes delivery on multiple Heritage Audio Ardent edition 660’s and 670’s in Jan of 2024. A gratifying project all around.
Our world-renowned studios have produced groundbreaking music across all genres spanning six decades. The newly updated control rooms provide flexibility for every kind of project.
Creating at Ardent provides you with access to our comprehensive collection of vintage and modern processing and the most current plugins. Combined with our extensive instrument and vintage synthesizer collection, your possibilities are limitless. Our studios are maintained 24/7 by an unparalleled technical team.
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