Shut UpStormzy · 2015Recorded, Mixed & Mastered
2× PlatinumRecording · North London N19
Record with
6IXVI.
Vocal recording sessions at a north London studio (N19), run by the engineer who recorded Stormzy's Dreamers Disease, "Know Me From" and the 2× Platinum "Shut Up". £35 an hour, or £200 for a full 8-hour day.
£35Per hour
4 hrsMinimum booking
£2008-hour block
3BPI-certified recordings
The session
What a session includes
Sessions take place at 6IXVI's studio in north London (N19), or at your own studio for £50 an hour, with 6IXVI engineering and his own vocal chain: a Telefunken AK-47 MkII or FLEA 47 through a Neve 1073, into a Distressor and Tube-Tech CL 1B. You focus on the performance; he handles takes, punch-ins and comping.
An 8-hour block includes basic vocal comping and a rough reference mix to take home. When the record is ready, it can go straight on to a full mix and master with the same engineer.
Independent artists
Price
| Session | Price |
|---|---|
| Hourly4-hour minimum (£140) | £35/hr |
| 8-hour block · best valueSave £80. Includes basic vocal comping and a rough reference mix | £200 |
| At your studio6IXVI travels to you, within 60 minutes of N19 | £50/hr |
| Studio hire onlyThe N19 room without an engineer | £25/hr |
| Full mix afterwardsVocals + beat stems, per song, 2 revisions | |
| 2-track mix afterwardsBeat as one stereo file + vocals, per song | £260 |
| MasterPer song, 2 revisions | £150 |
Book at least 12 hours ahead. Signed or label sessions are priced on enquiry. All services & rates →
Recorded by 6IXVI
From the booth
2015Shut UpStormzyRecorded, Mixed & Mastered2× Platinum
2015Know Me FromStormzyRecorded, Mixed & MasteredGold
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Recorded by 6IXVI
The chain
Recording gear
The vocal chain behind platinum records.
Microphones
Telefunken AK-47 MkII, FLEA 47, Shure SM7B
Preamps
Neve 1073SPX, Neve 1073DPA, Hazelrigg VNE
Compression
Empirical Labs Distressor EL8, Hazelrigg VLC, Tube-Tech CL 1B
Interfaces
Universal Audio Apollo x8, Apollo x6, Apollo Twin
Monitoring
Amphion Two18, Focal SM9, Yamaha NS-10, Yamaha HS8
Software
Pro Tools, Logic Pro, UA LUNA, FL Studio, Serato Studio
Questions
Recording FAQ
How much does a recording session cost in London?
Recording with 6IXVI is £35 an hour for independent artists, with a 4-hour minimum (£140). A full 8-hour block is £200, which saves £80 on the hourly rate.
Where do sessions take place?
At 6IXVI's studio in north London (N19); the full address is sent after booking. He can also come to your studio for £50 an hour (within 60 minutes of N19), bringing his own vocal chain so the sound stays consistent.
Can I hire the studio without an engineer?
Yes. The N19 room is £25 an hour without an engineer.
How much notice do you need?
At least 12 hours. Book and pay the deposit on EngineEars to lock in your time.
What should I bring to the session?
Your beat as a WAV (stereo bounce or stems) with its tempo, your lyrics, and any reference tracks for the sound you want.
Does a recording session include mixing?
An 8-hour block includes basic vocal comping and a rough reference mix. For a release-ready mix, book mixing (£499 per song, 25% off) after the session.
How do I pay for a session?
A 50% deposit books the session through EngineEars, and the balance is paid on completion.
Can labels book recording sessions?
Yes. Signed and label sessions are priced on enquiry. Choose "Label / signed release" on the booking form.