Capricorn's Historic Studio A looks and feels almost exactly as it did when artists like the Allman Brothers Band, Marshall Tucker Band and Charlie Daniels Band produced iconic albums there in the 70s.
Capricorn's signature sound originated from the soul of an API console, and when Studio A was restored for reopening in 2019, an elite, custom-built API 40-Channel 2448 console, fitted with the same preamps and EQ as Capricorn's original console, was installed as the centerpiece of the studio. The main tracking room still features the original maroon burlap-covered walls and cedar shingles that helped shape the studio's signature warm, tight sound. The vibe of the room that inspired the "live-only" ethos of so many of those classic sessions continues to energize and influence artists recording at Capricorn today.
Complementing historic Studio A is the 1400 square-foot Phil Walden Memorial Studio (Studio B), a multi-purpose space that can be used for accommodating choirs, orchestra or larger ensembles. Equipped with a movable stage, concert-grade sound and lights, and a large-screen projection system, the room can be rented for live performances that can be recorded. Clients looking for additional space can rent Studio A, Studio B and the adjacent bar/lounge together.
Capricorn Sound Studios offers a small and affordable production suite with its own isolation booth which is perfect for mixing, editing, podcast production, audio book narration and songwriting collaboration. The suite features an AVID C-24 console and Pro Tools C24, and like Studio A, a pair of Focal Solo Be 6.5 studio nearfield speakers, a pair of industry-standard Yamaha HS8 speakers with sub speaker and a 5.1 Surround Sound Genelec 8020 system for 5.1 mixing.
The team at Capricorn Sound Studios works with clients to deliver an experience that sparks creativity and artistic excellence. We have a variety of modern and vintage microphones and gear, and for the purists, tracks can be recorded to two-inch tape. The Green Room, a modern and private space to relax, is available with all Studio A rentals. We can recommend talented local musicians for hire, including strings, horns and The GOATs, the Capricorn house band. We can also provide recommendations for local photographers and video production companies. Browse the Local Resources link, which is Capricorn's curated list of accommodations, music stores, music attractions, landmarks and venues, plus downtown restaurants and catering.
In addition to Capricorn’s impressive studio capabilities, within walking distance in Downtown Macon, recording artists have access to a variety of attractive accommodations from hotel rooms to comfortable short-term rentals; theatres and other live music venues where recording artists can perform; dozens of restaurants and bars; and an Americana radio station – 100.9 FM The Creek – that streams worldwide and provides a platform for artists and bands to reach new audiences. Let us work with you to create a package that maximizes your time and investment while recording at Capricorn Sound Studios.


530 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
Macon, Georgia 31201
capricorn@mercer.edu
478.301.ROCK(7625)