Business Details
19 Years
experience
Your Trusted Music Recording Studios in London
Founded in 2007 by engineers Matt Ingram and Dan Cox, Urchin Studios has established itself as London's premier destination for inspired music creation. Our Hackney Wick facility features three purpose-built studios and eight production rooms, designed to cater to artists ranging from independent musicians to major label acts. Each studio combines natural light, high-end equipment, and flexible hiring options with or without expert engineers. Recognised as a three-time MPG Studio of the Year finalist, we offer comprehensive services including recording, mixing, mastering, and podcast production.Our team's extensive experience spans collaborations with renowned artists like Florence and the Machine, Laura Marling, and FKA Twigs. The studios' evolution from Limehouse to Hackney Wick reflects our commitment to providing creative spaces that adapt to the evolving needs of music professionals. With 24-hour access to production rooms and a focus on both technical excellence and artistic comfort, we continue to support diverse musical projects while maintaining our reputation for reliability and sonic expertise.
Services
Recording Studios
Mixing Services
Mastering Services
Podcast Studios
Production Rooms
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We offer three uniquely designed studios with 24-hour production room access
- Our engineers have worked with Mercury Award nominees and major label artists
- All studios feature natural light and high-specification recording equipment
- We provide flexible hire options with or without engineering support
- Recognised as MPG Studio of the Year finalist three times since 2012
What people say
Experienced engineers
Natural light studios
Flexible hire options
Creative atmosphere
State-of-the-art equipment
Services
Recording Studios
Our three fully equipped studios cater to diverse musical projects with flexible hire options. Each space combines natural light, premium equipment, and acoustic excellence. Engineers available upon request for professional guidance during sessions.
Mixing Services
Led by industry veteran Dan Cox, our mixing department enhances recordings using both analogue and digital techniques. Engineers apply expertise from working with major artists to achieve optimal sonic balance.
Mastering Services
We offer final-stage audio polishing as standalone service or part of production packages. Our mastering process ensures commercial readiness across multiple formats and distribution platforms.
Podcast Studios
Dedicated podcasting spaces feature high-quality microphones and soundproofing. Studios provide comfortable environments with natural light and air conditioning for professional audio production.
Production Rooms
Eight purpose-built rooms available for 24/7 dry hire. Designed for producers and artists requiring permanent workspace with access to studio facilities and creative amenities.
People
Dan Cox
Recording Engineer, Mix Engineer, Studio Co-owner
Co-founder with 15+ years experience, specialising in mixing records for artists like Laura Marling and Thurston Moore. Leads the studio's technical operations and client sessions.
Matt Ingram
Musician, Producer, Studio Co-owner
Established studio with Dan Cox in 2007. Combines production expertise with operational management, drawing from extensive session musician experience and collaborations with major artists.
Questions
What recording studio packages do you offer?
We provide flexible studio hire by the hour or day, with optional engineering support. Packages can include recording, mixing, and mastering services tailored to your project needs.
Can I book a studio tour?
Yes, we offer guided tours by appointment. Contact us via phone or email to arrange a convenient time to view our facilities.
Do you provide engineering expertise?
Our team of experienced engineers has worked with major artists. We offer optional engineering support for recording, mixing, and mastering sessions.
Are production rooms available for long-term rental?
We have eight dedicated production rooms available for 24/7 dry hire, ideal for producers and artists requiring permanent workspace.
How do I access the studios?
Located near Hackney Wick Overground station, we're easily accessible by public transport. Bike storage is available, and nearby car parks serve visitors.
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Reviews (4)
Stephen H.
Aug 13, 2020
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Wonderous hit factory run by two of the nicest guys in the industry. If Urchin was a restaurant Id go for breakfast lunch and dinner!
Jamie Crawford
Jun 29, 2019
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100% the best studio I have ever been to.
Dan was amazing both times I have been there. Highly recommend!
Dan was amazing both times I have been there. Highly recommend!
Joe Lonsdale
Jun 06, 2015
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I took the band Kings Club to Urchin Studios to track drum with Dan Cox engineering. We spent a couple of hours setting up the drums and Dan was instrumental in getting the right sound for us, suggesting we swap-out a few drums for Urchins own selection and trying different microphones until it sounded 'right'. Dan got us an AMAZING sound. We needed to get 4 tracks recorded done and Dan not only kept on top of numerous complicated drop-ins and my esoteric and sometimes OCD arrangement markers, but also managed to comp together the "keeper" on-the-fly which saved me HOURS of editing work - seriously
Joe Lonsdale
Aug 03, 2013
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Great location, great gear, AMAZING live room and a really creative team. I do all my drum sessions here - the room sounds fabulous...
