Business Details
7 Years
experience
Professional Music Recording and Rehearsal Studios in Glasgow
Headhunter Studios was founded to provide musicians with professional-grade rehearsal and recording facilities combined with expert engineering support. Our two spacious studios are equipped with premium instruments, amplifiers, and software to cater to diverse musical genres. The owner, a recording engineer with a 1st class Honours Degree in Music Technology and four years of hands-on experience, specialises in sound mixing, mastering, and creative input for projects ranging from rock albums to voiceovers.As a Rockschool Public Exam Centre, we also support contemporary music education. Our facilities include a lounge area with pool table, complimentary refreshments, and ample parking, creating an environment where artists can focus on their craft without compromise.
Services
Rehearsal Spaces
Recording Studio
Music Mastering
Sound Mixing
Rockschool Exams
Video Production
Equipment Hire
Instrument Rentals
Live Sound Recording
Post-Production Services
Details
- Year established: 2019
Highlights and features
- We offer 4 years of professional music engineering experience with cutting-edge technology
- Our Rockschool accreditation ensures industry-recognised music education standards
- We provide access to premium equipment including Universal Audio and Neve systems
- Our studios feature vintage valve amps and a diverse instrument collection
- We guarantee affordable rates without compromising on sound quality
Associations and certifications
- Rockschool
What people say
Excellent large rooms
Great gear
Relaxing environment
Mad skills
Blew me away
Services
Rehearsal Spaces
Two expansive rehearsal rooms equipped with premium drum kits, guitar amplifiers, and PA systems. Each space features comfortable lounge areas with sofas and pool tables for breaks. Musicians benefit from soundproofed environments with professional-grade hardware including Pearl Masters Custom kits and Marshall amplifier stacks.
Recording Studio
Full-service recording facility with Universal Audio Thunderbolt systems, Neve and API pre-amps, and a vocal isolation booth. Engineers capture high-fidelity audio using Earthworks and Shure microphones. The control room features monitoring systems and software plugins for precise tracking of vocals, instruments, and complex multi-track projects.
Music Mastering
Analogue and digital mastering services using Mindprint Tube processors and UAD plugins. Engineers enhance sonic clarity through equalisation, compression, and stereo imaging. The process ensures commercial loudness standards while maintaining artistic integrity for releases across physical and digital platforms.
Sound Mixing
Professional mixing using SSL, Brainworx, and Izotope plugin suites. Engineers balance track elements through EQ, panning, and dynamic processing. The service caters to rock, pop, reggae, and electronic genres, delivering polished stereo mixes suitable for mastering and commercial distribution.
Rockschool Exams
Official Rockschool exam centre offering graded assessments in guitar, piano, drums, and vocals. Exams follow UK regulatory standards with UCAS points available for higher grades. Candidates access professional facilities and experienced assessors to validate their musical skills through performance-based evaluations.
People
Donaldo MacDoogle
Recording Engineer & Studio Owner
Music technology graduate with 1st class Honours and four years of studio experience. Specialises in rock and reggae production, operating from purpose-built facilities with vintage and modern recording equipment.
Questions
What equipment is available for recording sessions?
We provide Universal Audio systems, Neve and API pre-amps, Earthworks microphones, and a range of vintage valve amplifiers. Our control room features Pro Tools and UAD plugins for professional-grade recordings.
Can I hire instruments at the studio?
Yes, we offer guitar and bass rentals including Fender, Marshall, and Orange amplifiers. Our collection includes acoustic and electric guitars, drum kits, and percussion instruments for session use.
Are rehearsal spaces available for regular bookings?
We offer flexible booking options for both one-time and regular rehearsals. Our two studios accommodate bands of all sizes with soundproofed environments and professional backline equipment.
Do you provide music production mentoring?
As a Rockschool exam centre, we support music education with production guidance and assessment preparation. Our engineer offers technical advice during sessions to help artists develop their sound.
What genres do you specialise in?
Our facilities cater to rock, reggae, folk, and electronic music production. The engineer has particular experience with live band recordings and complex multi-track projects across these genres.
Is video production available for music projects?
Yes, we offer video recording and editing services using 4K cameras and professional lighting. This includes performance documentation, promotional content, and music video production within our studio spaces.
Reviews (4)
Joj Records JOJRecords
Sep 27, 2021
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This is a nice little studio. Great sized rooms, equipment is top notch and was able to supply a stage piano for our rehearsal. We had an 11 peicee band in the smaller of the 2 rooms no problem. Nice chill area with sofas and pool table. Kitchen for making tea and coffee and toilet all very clean. Will use again when needed. Thanks.
Barry Mcneil
Sep 06, 2021
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Headhunter studio great rehearsal rooms and a great sound engineer with the best of equipment for any solo artists to any form of band's with great facilities to kick back and enjoy music making its a must go and experience in Glasgow
Rhys Thomas
Dec 26, 2020
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This is a really great recording studio with a great engineer. A lot of equipment and a good feel to the place. I would recommend this place to rehearse and record.
Jim Dickson
Jul 24, 2020
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Donald made us very welcome and provided all the facilities you would need for a comfortable evening rehearsing
