The Winchester Audio Barn is a unique blend of retro charm and cutting-edge technology. A state-of-the-art recording studio three years in the making. Designed by a world-renowned acoustic engineer, a master technician, and a dreamer. It’s where vintage soul meets modern sound.

THE DESIGN & BUILD SPECIALISTS

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Niall Holden

Founder & Dreamer

Having spent time in and around the music industry since 1983 – and having failed rather spectacularly in his bid to become a ‘rock god’ – Niall decided the next best thing was to help others pursue their own dreams and aspirations. After selling a large building in London, he invested the proceeds into this project to see where it might take him.

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Bill Ward

Master Technician

Bill led technical operations at Trevor Horn’s SARM Studios for 12 years, and has spent the last 25 years running Langdale Technical, delivering world-class facilities for clients as diverse as Peter Gabriel, Westminster University and Albany, Bahamas.

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Chris Walls

Acoustic Luminary

Chris is an acoustician and owner of Level Acoustic Design, with over 20 years experience designing studios for clients including Abbey Road, RAK, Apple, Mark Ronson, Nile Rodgers and Noel Gallagher. 

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Stuart Bruce

Recording Studio Legend

Stuart is a renowned engineer, producer, musician and educator who brings a wealth of experience to every project and has an intrinsic understanding of the dynamics of modern studio production. His 44 year career encompasses every genre of music from Artists such as Frankie Goes To Hollywood to the Guitar Trio.

GEAR

As well as our SSL Duality Fuse 48-channel console and PMC monitoring, Winchester Audio Barn offers the very best of both modern and vintage equipment.

1955 Fairchild 670 Compressor from Sun Studio

Extensive collection of classic vintage and modern outboard

A comfortable, laid-back atmosphere infused with a vintage aesthetic

Excellent lines-of-sight from the control room to the booths

A wide selection of modern and vintage guitars and basses

An extensive collection of classic and current amplifiers

Console

Monitoring

Headphone Systems

Headphones

Recording Hardware and Software

Mic Preamps

Compressors / Dynamic Controllers

Equalisers

Tape Delays

Effects

Microphones

Keyboards

Drum Kits

Snares

FACILITIES

Designed with discretion, privacy, and convenience in mind, The Audio Barn is nestled in the beautiful Hampshire countryside, just 15 minutes from Winchester train station, which is just 55 minutes from London Waterloo. Inside, you’ll find a wide range of comforts that create a relaxing environment and a truly unique and creative atmosphere.

Spacious, fully isolated lounge area with a private kitchen and restroom facilities

Mid-sized isolation booth

Spacious isolated booths for drums and keyboards

Generously sized control room with excellent visibility into all booths and the live room

Spacious live room with convenient direct loading access

Private, isolated balcony overlooking the main live area