Business Details
16 Years
experience
Music & Voiceover Recording Studio Sheffield
Bigdog Studios has been a cornerstone of Sheffield's music and audio production scene since 2010. Our studio specialises in providing professional recording, production, and collaboration services for bands, solo artists, and media companies. With expertise spanning genres from jazz to metal and services including voiceovers for BBC, Sky, and Channel 4, we combine cutting-edge equipment with a creative atmosphere to realise clients' artistic visions.Our in-house engineering and production capabilities, led by James Fosberry, offer value-for-money solutions with an emphasis on technical excellence and collaborative flexibility. From pre-production song development to remote session work for global clients, we maintain a client-centric approach that has earned consistent praise for our expertise and adaptability.
Services
Band Recording
Voiceovers
Production Collaboration
Podcast Services
Song Development
Remote Session Work
Corporate Music
Equipment Hire
Vocal Production
Mastering
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- 2010-established studio with proven expertise across 15+ music genres
- Full access to professional-grade microphones, instruments, and mixing consoles
- Flexible production approach from pre-development to final mastering
- Remote session services for international clients requiring drums/guitar/bass
- BBC/Channel 4 TV production company collaboration experience
What people say
Lovely quality recording
Top notch equipment
Expert audio engineer
Relaxed collaborative atmosphere
Consistently blown away
Services
Band Recording
Full-service studio recording for bands across all genres. Equipped with professional drum kits, guitars, basses, and 32-channel Toft analogue console. Offers pre-production development through to final mastering. Engineers provide expert guidance while maintaining artistic vision integrity through multiple takes and critical analysis.
Voiceovers
BBC and Sky-approved voiceover facilities with in-house talent roster. Features dedicated control room for client monitoring, remote SourceConnect capabilities, and professional vocal recording setup including Neumann TLM103 and Shure SM7b microphones. Provides script editing and production direction services for TV/film projects.
Remote Session Work
Global production services adding drums, guitar, bass, and keys to existing tracks. Engineers record parts in professional environment and deliver stems/mixes via digital transfer. Includes collaborative review process to ensure sonic alignment with client vision using Logic Pro X and Antelope interfaces.
Podcast Services
End-to-end podcast solutions from recording to final mastering. Features dedicated microphone array including Electrovoice RE20 and sE 4400a. Provides editing, mixing, and delivery format optimisation services. Equipped with Powerplay Pro headphone amplifier for multi-speaker sessions.
Equipment Hire
Access to comprehensive professional equipment inventory including 2x Royer R-10 ribbons, Adam A77X monitors, and vintage valve amps. Available for use with or without engineer oversight. Includes full drum kit selection, bass guitars, and keyboard rigs from Fender and Gretsch.
People
James Fosberry
Studio Engineer & Producer
Award-winning audio engineer with 15+ years' experience across music and broadcast sectors. Specialises in vocal production techniques and genre-spanning collaboration. Holds technical expertise in analogue/digital workflows and remote production solutions. Recipient of industry praise for creative input on TV voiceovers and band recordings.
Questions
What music genres do you specialise in?
We work across folk, jazz, rock, pop, metal, indie, electronica, doom, americana, country, and Romanian synth pop with equal expertise in both live recording and digital production contexts.
Can I book urgent recording sessions?
Yes, we offer flexible scheduling with recent clients securing sessions within 24 hours including late-night Christmas Eve bookings. Contact via phone for immediate availability.
Do you provide voice actor services?
Yes, we maintain an in-house voice artist roster and can source talent to match project requirements while also accommodating clients who prefer to bring their own performers.
Are remote collaboration services available?
We offer full remote session capabilities including drum/guitar/bass additions to existing tracks. Clients receive professionally recorded stems with mixing options and production notes.
What equipment do you have available?
Our kit includes Toft ATB console, Neumann/Shure microphones, Fender/Gretsch instruments, and Adam A77X monitoring. Full list details appear on our website's dedicated equipment page.
