- 01What kind of locations do you work in?
- Anywhere from dispersed campsites and forests to cabins, churches, and other unconventional indoor spaces. If it's got character, it's worth considering.
- 02Do you only record outdoors?
- No — while off-grid, in-nature recording is the specialty, Ben is equally happy working indoors in unique spaces.
- 03How many musicians/instruments can you record at once?
- Up to 20 channels simultaneously, so a full band can be tracked live together.
- 04What happens if you run out of power mid-session?
- The rig runs on battery for over two full days of full-band tracking before needing a recharge. Solar is being explored for future sessions.
- 05How much does a session cost?
- Pricing is scoped per project, based on factors like distance to location, permitting needs, and accommodations.
- 06Do you travel outside of Seattle?
- Yes — based in Seattle but happy to travel; get in touch with project details for a quote.
- 07What gear do you use?
- A collection of high-end preamps, analog processing, retro fx units, and a mix of modern and vintage microphones.
- 08How do you minimize impact on the location?
- A core part of the philosophy is working in a way that's non-disruptive to the natural surroundings. A guitar amp, drums, etc. is actually quite a bit quieter than many motorized vehicles in an outdoor setting. I strictly observe camping regulations and "Leave No Trace".
- 09Do you do studio sessions too?
- Absolutely! I love working in conventional studios also!