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“The job of a control room is to enable you to hear the music you’re working on without room induced coloration…
…my solution to this is to create shaped rooms which avoid the problematical parallel surfaces which cause so many sonic difficulties. Soundproofing is achieved by the tried and tested “room within a room” method.
Attention to detail is paramount, and I am involved in my projects from start to finish, which means I can ensure it’s done the way I planned it. Budgets are tight, and my designs make the best use of standard materials keeping costs under control.
I aim to make my studios look attractive and work closely with clients to incorporate their ideas.”
- David Scherchen (DS Studio Design)
about
The Early Days
David Scherchen was born in London in 1952, into a legacy of music and artistry. His father Hermann Scherchen, a successful orchestral conductor throughout the world during the 20th century passed on his knowledge of contemporary and forward thinking studio design.
The Eastlake Years
This early interest grew throughout his early years and in his 20′s led to him working alongside acoustic design legends Dave Hawkins and Tom Hidley for world renowned Eastlake Audio.
Mike Oldfield’s Platinum Tour
Following this, he was invited to be the live monitor engineer for Mike Oldfield on his Platinum tour, taking the helm to assemble and manage the Eastlake PA system at such large festivals as Knebworth amongst others.
Osibisa Calls
In 1981, David was asked to travel to India to record famous African outfit Osibisa in front of live 80,000 strong audiences, which was sponsored by the Indian Government.
Setting Up Boundary Row
On returning to London, David decided to set up his own 24-track recording facility, which was to become a very popular but affordable studio for many up and coming bands. This allowed David to steadily expand and throughout the 90′s he set up as a limited company – Boundary Row Studios opened in Waterloo, southeast London.
Boundary Row Studios was a constant hive of activity, based around a 7 studio complex comprising his own 24-track multitrack/live rooms and 6 other privately rented pre-production, programming and mastering rooms, all designed and built by David. Boundary Row’s success through the 90′s was down to, David says, “Not advertising, but by the power of word of mouth!”
The Industry Shifts
Looking ahead to the future with the advent of more powerful computer technology, David realised as modern equipment became more affordable to musicians, the demand for commercial studios would inevitably decrease.
David Comes Full Circle
With his years of knowledge and experience, David decided to move his focus back to his first love, designing and building studios. Again, by word of mouth alone, talk of his affordable studio designs have been flowing through the industry and since 1998, has been designing and building studios full-time. He still doesn’t advertise, but as his client base grows; having built upwards of 170 rooms to this day, word soon spreads…
images
Below is a gallery of images taken from various studios David has built as well as some of the clients he has had the pleasure of working with.
phattbelly
This is David’s third studio for client Damien Egan. Damien documented the construction of this studio and pictures were taken throughout the build to give a detailed view of the building process.
services
David’s designs are the result of years of experience in the music industry. The aim is always to create a room that maximizes space yet is sonically accurate and neutral. He relishes the challenge of turning his client’s ideas into practical realities.
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An acoustic consultancy service is available if required. Whether you wish to improve the sonic performance of a current room or need advice on the best way to get the most out of a planned studio space, we are able to fully service your requirements.
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Perfect for those who have a studio and only require treatment to improve the sonics. From bass traps to acoustic baffles, folding isolation screens to custom equipment furniture, there are a large number of affordable solutions to choose from.
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This is our complete bespoke studio design, construction and installation service. From first conception to final realization, this is the service which has seen David’s reputation among musicians throughout the UK grow the quickest.
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clients
Selected Client List
David has built studios for a wide variety of clients and companies. Below is a selected list of his past and present clients.
Artists and Musicians
- Adam F
- Goldie
- Grooverider
- Andy C
- DJ Fresh
- Damien Egan
- Deli Bricks
- Ron Roesing
- K Warren
- Mark Whitelaw
- Big Brovaz
- David Goodall
Schools and Colleges
- Loretto
- Kilgraston
- Dollar Academy
- Wellington School
- Aberdeen College
- College of West Anglia
- Bathgate Academy
- Life Therapy Skills at Homerton NHS
