The Arsenal: Premier Miller Studios Gear List
Our studio is built around a "no-compromise" signal path, featuring industry-standard conversion and legendary analog hardware.
I. Core Production & Conversion
DAW: Avid Pro Tools 2025 (Industry Standard)
Interface: Pro Tools | Carbon – Utilizing the Hybrid Engine for sub-1ms monitoring latency and elite 32-bit/192kHz conversion.
Computer:
– High-performance processing for massive plugin counts and seamless multi-track recording.
Console/Summing:
– Classic analog warmth for summing and tactile control during tracking.
II. Outboard Preamps & Channel Strips
– A legendary all-tube channel strip combining the 610 mic pre with an authentic Teletronix T4 opto-compressor for that "classic record" sound.
– High-end German-engineered tube channel strip with class-A circuitry and adjustable tube saturation for specialized vocal processing.
DBX 386
– Dual-channel tube preamp for added warmth and digital output versatility.
– 8-channel preamp for expanded multi-mic tracking (Drums/Full Bands).
III. Microphone Collection
Vocal & Multi-Purpose:
– The world-standard "everything" mic, known for its transparency and 9 polar patterns.
Shure SM7B
– The go-to for radio-ready vocals and aggressive rap/rock performances.
Drum & Instrument Specific:
AKG D112
– The definitive kick drum mic for punch and low-end definition.
Sennheiser e604
(x3) – High-SPL clips for powerful, focused tom and snare sounds.
– Pencil condensers for detailed stereo overheads and acoustic instruments.
Shure SM57
(x3) – The indestructible standard for snare drums and guitar cabs.
IV. Instruments & Backline
Drums:
Pearl Export Series – Features a hybrid Poplar/Mahogany shell for a punchy, full-bodied tone with the Opti-Loc mounting system for maximum resonance.
Guitars & Amps:
– Versatile modeling for a massive range of guitar tones.
Guitars:
Selection of 6-string and 7-string electrics, high-quality acoustics, and standard electric bass.
Keys:
Digital keyboard (available by request).