Studio A is one of the two original studios at Ardent’s Madison Avenue location, which opened its doors in late 1971. Over the years, it has welcomed some of the most illustrious artists in music history, becoming a cornerstone of Ardent’s legacy.
The live room is the largest at Ardent, offering a spacious 24’ 9” x 38’ 10” layout. With its soaring ceilings and three well-appointed isolation booths, it provides a versatile and acoustically rich environment—ideal for everything from intimate sessions to large-scale recordings.
Studio B is the second of the original studios at Ardent’s Madison Avenue location, which opened in late 1971. Over the years, it has played host to many of Ardent’s most celebrated artists, serving as a crucial space for both tracking and mixing.
The control room in Studio B occupies what was originally the live room. This space is historically significant, having been the site of ZZ Top’s iconic 1970s recordings, among many other landmark projects. Its rich acoustic history and timeless design continue to make it a go-to space for artists seeking that unique Ardent sound.
Studio C is the latest major addition to the Madison Avenue complex. Designed by Audio Consultants of Nashville, TN in 1979, its construction was completed in 1980, expanding Ardent’s creative capacity.
The live room in Studio C is the second largest recording space at Ardent, measuring 27’ 6” x 32’. It features three well-sized isolation booths, offering both versatility and excellent sightlines. This thoughtful layout ensures a comfortable and collaborative environment for musicians and producers, making it an ideal space for a wide range of recording needs.
Studio D is the newest addition to the Ardent family, designed with the goal of handling creative overflow from our other studios. It offers an additional space for artists and producers to work, all while maintaining a seamless workflow that allows for collaboration across multiple studios on a project. This flexible, purpose-built environment ensures that the creative process can continue uninterrupted, no matter the scope or complexity of the project.
When STAX Records sadly went out of business, its iconic lathe and mastering engineer, Larry Nix, found a new home at Ardent. In the mid-1970s, the Neumann VMS 70 lathe, along with Larry, made its way to our studios, where it continued to serve artists and clients worldwide.
This legendary piece of equipment has played a pivotal role in shaping countless vinyl releases over the years. Today, it’s undergoing a full rebuild, ensuring that the rich, timeless sound it’s known for will continue to resonate with listeners around the world for years to come.
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