About Us
Boutique Recording
- My name is JJ Plasencio, I am an Award winning producer, engineer and multi-instrumentalist located in Austin TX.
- We produce Bands, Podcasts, Film Scores, Audio Books
- Out of state? No problem, stay with us at the studio.
- Are you and Engineer or Producer? Rent the studio to do your projects. Patch bays are clearly marked.
- Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Luna and Final Cut Pro.
Gear
- Top of the line gear to capture your project. It's important to know the difference between a "home" studio and professional one that is run by someone who knows how to get the best out of the equipment.
Mic Pre's
- 2 API 512v, Neve 88RLB, 4 Trident, Avalon 737, UA LA-610, Focusrite ISA 428, Joe Meek, and others
EQ's
- Ultraviolet SSL, 2 Trident 80B, Cranborne Audio Carnaby, Joe Meequalizer
Compressors
- IGS Volfram Limiter (1176), 2 Buzz Audio Essence, IGS ONE LA (LA-2A), Tube Compressor RP583
Mics
- Sennheiser, Earthworks, Manley, AKG, Shure, EV, JZ, Blue, and others
Studio Space
- Every Room is wired for recording and treated properly.
OUT OF TOWN?
- We love hosting talent! we have several bedrooms for you to come to Hot Pepper Austin and record with us. We even have a pool for you to swim in.
Drum Room
- No need for you to bring your drum kit (unless you wanna) We are ready to go. No set up time needed either, come record today cuz we are always mic'd up and plugged in!
GEAR
- Gretsch, Pearl, Ludwig, Pork Pie, Zildjian and Sabian.
- LP Congas, bongos, and timbales.
- Cajon, Djembe and percussion.
- Several snares to choose from.
Mics
- Sennheiser, Earthworks, AKG, Shure, EV and Se.
Bass Instruments
- No need for you to bring your Bass Amp (unless you wanna) We are ready to go. No need set up time needed either come record today! Fretted and Fretless
GEAR
- Alembic, Ken Smith, Eric Clemens, Godin and Fender.
- Genz Benz, Epifani, Mark Bass, Yamaha, Polytone and Aguilar
- 8x10, 4x10, 2x10, 15 Cabs
- Volfram IGS Compressor and Black Lion
- Acoustic and Electric Cello, Upright Bass
Guitar Instruments
- Guitars sound great here at H.P.S! Our amp room is growing all the time. We understand the endless pursuit of tone that drives the best of us. Let us help you capture it.
GEAR
- Guitars- Fender, Gibson, Taylor, Cresent, Vox, Alhambra and Ibanez (Scofield model 335), Godin Guitar synth
- Amps- Polytone, Fender, Marshall and Line 6 Helix, Milkman
- Tons of Pedals
- Ribbon Mics
- Acoustic, Nylon and Electric
Piano, Keys and Synths
- Great rooms to capture keys and pianos. Yes we have two different acoustic pianos. Vaulted ceiling for Grand piano.
GEAR
- Young Chang G-175 5'9" Grand Piano. Sounds Amazing
- Yamaha Console piano
- Nord Stage 2
- Akai 88 synth Controller
- Xylophones
You Sound as Good as Your Engineer
I have been producing albums in Austin since 1998. Trust your art with an experienced producer with industry experience.
Spotlight on Songs I've had my hands on. Most are recording and producing here. Some you may recognize
ALBUMS
- Sixpence None the Richer - Kiss Me
- Plumb
- Wide Awake
- Love Coma
- Kevin Max
- Mandy Moore
- Trash Anne
- Biscuit Brothers - PBS Show
- Muts
- So Many More...
AUDIO BOOKS
- From My Front Row Seat
- Not What I Expected
- Cross Stiched
- Run the Mile You're In
- So Many more...
OPPORTUNITY
I am a professor at Concordia University where I teach recording and Music Technology. At times I do recruit interns to assist at the studio, if you are interested please reach out to me.