Alert “06880” reader Tom Belknap writes:
I recently had an amazing experience with Verso Studios at the Westport Library.
I’m in an acoustic jam band called Small Craft Warning. We played a few local gigs last summer, and made a multi-track recording. We decided to release a live album from one of the shows.
We’ve self-recorded and released other albums in the past, but never a live recording, and never as an acoustic trio. We needed help mixing the album.
I checked with Verso Studios, and learned people can sign up for free 1-hour blocks with their studio technician, Travis Bell.
Travis Bell, in Verso Studios.
Travis could not have been more knowledgeable and enthusiastic. He taught me a ton about the art and science of mixing. and helped a lot as I mixed our album.
Verso Studios is nothing short of amazing. Even more amazing is the public access.
I want to write to acknowledge Travis’ great help, and spread the gospel to other “non-professional” musicians who might benefit from a little professional guidance.
(Actually, also to professional musicians. Travis said this is one of the best mixing studios in the state. It is easy to believe that is true).
To hear our (and Travis’ work) on YouTube, click here. For Spotify, click here. For Apple Music, click here.
Full disclosure: Travis is the sound engineer for the “06880” podcasts. I echo how easy it is to work with him — and how remarkable the Westport Library’s Verso Studios is. For more information — including public access — click here.)
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Travis is the heart of Verso studios. He’s extremely dedicated and innovative with pumping life and constant new stories to be shared with the world. Looking forward to helping and being part of the Verso studios.
Travis helped me convert a vinyl album recorded in 1988 on a high school orchestra tour, to a digital format. The integrity of the record was a bit compromised and he really worked with it to bring out the best sound. It was a tedious, heroic effort which i was able to share with a bunch of friends.