Business Details
31 Years
experience
Professional Music Production & Recording Studios
Since 1995, Portrait Recording Studios has established itself as a premier destination for musicians and labels worldwide. Our unwavering commitment to creating a supportive, comfortable, and creative environment ensures artists can focus on their craft while we deliver the highest quality recording and production standards. With a team of award-winning producers, engineers, and musicians, we combine technical expertise with a deep understanding of artistic vision to bring every project to life.Our services span multitrack recording, analog and digital mixing, mastering, and specialized audio/video transfers, catering to independent artists, major labels, and corporate clients. We pride ourselves on personalized service, working closely with clients to meet their unique needs and budgets while maintaining excellence in every detail. From concept to completion, our goal remains simple: to help create and preserve great music.
Services
Multitrack Recording
Digital Mixing
Mastering Services
Online Mixing
Production Packages
Studio Musicians
Audio Transfers
Sound System Design
Graphic Design
Duplication Services
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of experience in professional music production and engineering.
- Our team includes award-winning producers and Billboard-charting engineers.
- We provide comprehensive services from analog recording to digital mastering.
- Online mixing and mastering available for global clients.
- We prioritize personalized service tailored to each artist's creative vision.
Services
Multitrack Recording
Portrait Recording Studios offers 24-track analog and Pro Tools HD digital recording up to 192kHz/24bit. Our hybrid approach preserves vintage warmth while leveraging modern precision. Clients benefit from flexible workflows tailored to their artistic needs, ensuring optimal sound quality and creative freedom.
Online Mastering
Our online mastering service prepares tracks for CD, vinyl, iTunes (Apple Certified), and streaming platforms. We apply EQ, dynamics, and loudness adjustments to ensure consistency across formats. Clients receive polished, industry-standard masters delivered digitally for immediate distribution.
Studio Musicians
We provide access to world-class session musicians for recording projects. These professionals bring expertise across genres to enhance arrangements and recordings. Their contributions ensure high-quality performances when artists require additional instrumental or vocal support during production.
Audio Transfers
We specialize in transferring analog formats (tapes, vinyl, cassettes) and film to digital media. Our process preserves original quality while eliminating noise like hiss or pops. This service safeguards aging recordings and makes them accessible for modern use and distribution.
Production Packages
Our production packages include arranging, recording, mixing, and duplication services. We handle projects from concept to physical/digital distribution. This comprehensive approach streamlines production for demos, EPs, and albums, ensuring cohesive results and timely delivery.
People
Chris Badami
Founder & Chief Engineer
Chris Badami is a Grammy-nominated producer and engineer with over 25 years of experience. As founder of Portrait Studios, he combines technical mastery with musical intuition to deliver chart-topping recordings while maintaining artistic integrity.
John Ferrara
Senior Producer
John Ferrara brings 15 years of studio experience and a musician's perspective to production. Joining Portrait in 2010, he specializes in capturing dynamic performances and blending analog warmth with digital precision for diverse musical genres.
Questions
What services does Portrait Recording Studios offer?
We provide multitrack recording, mixing, mastering, audio transfers, production packages, studio musicians, and duplication services for music and corporate clients.
Can I use your services remotely?
Yes, our online mixing and mastering services allow global clients to upload projects for professional processing and receive final files digitally.
Do you work with independent artists?
Absolutely. We cater to independent artists, major labels, and corporate clients, offering tailored solutions for projects of all scales and budgets.
What formats do you master for?
We master to CD, vinyl, iTunes (Apple Certified), Amazon HD, and all streaming platforms, ensuring optimal sound quality across digital and physical formats.
Are session musicians available?
Yes, we provide access to award-winning session musicians for recording projects requiring additional instrumental or vocal expertise across multiple genres.
