Business Details
Your Trusted Music Production Studio in Wilmington, NC
Hourglass Studios has been a trusted name in professional music production since our founding in Wilmington, NC. As an industry-standard Pro Tools facility, we specialize in capturing authentic performances through meticulous recording techniques and state-of-the-art equipment. Our owner, Trent Harrison, brings 15+ years of hands-on experience, Avid-certified expertise, and a Producer of the Year award to every project. We prioritize artistic integrity through our 'All Real. All the Time.' philosophy, offering comprehensive services from tracking to mastering.Our commitment to quality is demonstrated through our work with diverse artists and bands, ensuring each client receives personalized attention in a comfortable environment. With transparent pricing and a focus on helping musicians achieve their creative goals, we combine technical excellence with practical affordability. Our facility's reputation is built on consistent delivery of professional-grade results that meet industry standards while maintaining artistic authenticity.
Services
Recording
Editing
Mixing
Mastering
Highlights and features
- Owner has 15+ years of professional studio experience
- Avid-certified Pro Tools Operator on staff
- Transparent pricing structure for artist accessibility
- Carolina Music Awards Producer of the Year recipient
- Specializes in authentic sound without digital replacement
Associations and certifications
- Avid
Services
Recording
Our recording process captures authentic musical performances using professional-grade microphones and preamps. We offer flexible session formats including live ensemble recording or isolated track layering. Each session focuses on preserving artistic integrity while optimizing sound quality for subsequent production stages.
Editing
Precision audio editing services refine recorded material through noise reduction, timing correction, and track compilation. We maintain musical authenticity while enhancing technical quality through careful quantization, pitch correction, and track organization for optimal mixing preparation.
Mixing
Professional mixing combines individual tracks into cohesive sonic landscapes using EQ, compression, and spatial effects. Our engineers balance technical precision with artistic sensibility to create polished mixes that maintain each instrument's character within the complete arrangement.
Mastering
Mastering prepares final mixes for distribution through stereo imaging, dynamic range optimization, and format-specific adjustments. We ensure consistent sonic quality across tracks while maintaining artistic vision through industry-standard processing techniques.
People
Trent Harrison
Owner/Engineer
Avid-certified Pro Tools operator with 15+ years studio experience. Holds Recording Engineering degree from Guilford Tech. 2015 Carolina Music Awards Producer of the Year recipient. Specializes in authentic sound production.
Questions
What music production services do you offer?
We provide full-service production including recording, editing, mixing, and mastering. Specializing in authentic sound capture without digital replacement.
How does your recording process work?
We record either live ensemble performances or individual tracks separately, using professional-grade equipment to capture authentic performances in optimal acoustic environments.
What experience does your team have?
Owner Trent Harrison has 15+ years professional experience, Avid-certified Pro Tools expertise, and received Producer of the Year award in 2015.
Why is mastering important for my music?
Mastering optimizes your final mixes for distribution through technical enhancements and ensures consistent sonic quality across all tracks in your release.
What makes your studio different?
Our 'All Real. All the Time.' philosophy prioritizes authentic performances without digital replacement, focusing on capturing genuine musical expression.