My dream setup is a heck of a lot simpler. I like working ITB just because I like to get thoughts down very quickly. I'm almost there on mine. Apollo X8, Apollo twin, A7x monitors, iLoud MTM monitors, JBL sub, Korg Kronos 2 88, KK S61, Maschine MK3, Sphere L22 Mics, 500 sq ft control room with 4k projector & roll down acoustic curtains, acoustic panels, custom built wet bar, vocal booth / amp closet, Fender Strat, Fender Jazz Bass. Just want to add X8P, drums, drum mics, 3 more iLoud MTM for 5.1 surround sound work, & have room soundproof renovations done.
A wise man once said "We all have class but very few have taste" Jordan's studio and his sensibility epitomizes that statement! Subscribed to both of you man! Keep up the good work. Much warmth, love and cheers from India.
The sound change as soon as you stepped into the control room was significant and amazing. With a snap of a finger it was tight and sealed. Surprising with that glass and flat walls.
Amazing to see what people acquire and why. I converted my workflow from outboard to 95% in the box and I couldn’t be happier. Gone are the days of maintaining loads of really heavy temperamental gear. For those that disagree and want the racks of vintage gear and vintage hardware... that’s cool, I get it. I was that guy for decades. Honestly the library’s available today are insane and they are increasing daily. I can pretty much find a sample or a model for just about everything, if you really want to invest do so in your room treatment, mics, amps and instruments. Everything else... digital. I love his workflow and his design choices however I would change out a majority of the rack just based on what tools I use and what I’m comfortable with. For those saying lots of money invested... he made smart choices and went heavy where he had too and light where he could. It’s his business, not a home studio for tinkering. Movie scores are good paying gigs but it takes a lot of professional connections and a ton of audio options to stay competitive, creative and flexible. I’m sure he has had to pivot fast with a finicky client who didn’t like the wireframe he laid down. His workflow and gear allows him to accommodate clients fast. I lost a client because it took me too long to setup a killer idea with complicated signal paths. 😂 After 20 minutes of me patching and dialing the client looked at their phone and said goodbye. That was a long time ago and I have since learned not to go full geek mode with a client looking over your shoulder. Have 5 goto setups that you know backwards and forward in that genre and be ready to abandon and move on. Nothing worse the trying to fix the wrong idea. Very cool studio and a great video. Thanks
You do the computer. I’ll play instruments. thanks I’d rather pay a “cursor driver”. Spent too many years looking at screens and mousing around. As Alan Watts says about concentration, it’s about the seconds. If I’m thinking about clicking and scrolling, I’m distracted from the best senses for writing.
Wow, this is the most elaborate home studio I have ever seen! GREAT job with attention to detail. Even down to the way he had the ice machine dispense the ice... absolutely flawless.
@@AndrewMasters Please ask your camera man to pan to whatever object/gear you guys are speaking about.. He constantly focuses in on everything besides whats being spoken of.. Other than that, great vid!
The more years i do this, the more I find recording is a form of journaling. The studio for me is not a static place, and memories seem to have a stronger imprint in various places. I think Mark Howard got it right, by setting up in many different places. Jordan has an incredible place, a work of art and money well spent. Thank you for this Andrew. It is great to see someone build things from the ground up. Personally I might struggle with harvesting grit, or random ideas in an environment like that, but completely respect his decisions as they are indeed working for him. He seems very happy and balanced which to me is the most important thing.
loved the remote/staged monitor and controls (computer keyboard) beside the piano. brilliant. so impressed with Jordan's past efforts to build his own gear.
52:15 it's called a Hackbrett It was a big part auf Austrian Folkmusic but nowadays there aren't that many people around playing them. Beside that, getting strings for them is a PIA because there are barely any manufacturers left. Here in my country you can find them pretty cheap bet getting new strings on is the expensive part. I do have to do that work occasionally in the reapir shop where I work. Really like the fact that the Hackbretter seem to pop up more often in studios now. Check out the band PERCHTA if you want to hear some traditional stuff (instruments and sagas ) mixed with ( don't tell me I haven't warned you! ) black metal.
Best studio tour yet, great detail. Jordan, when he is explaining the modes of the brain (technical and creative) is drawing the difference between the left brain (analytical) and right brain (creative, imagery, expansiveness). Cool to see someone that understands how that works and applies it in his process.
This studio is INSANE! Puts my house as a whole to shame. Imagine getting down to the fine detail of soundproofing the ice maker. I can't like this enough!
BTW.... I actually like it better when you (Andrew) is behind the camera. Because it makes it feel more like YOUR eyes are OUR eyes... and forces the studio owner to look into the camera a lot more, which makes it feel like he's talking directly to us as well as talking to you. It just feel more like MTV Cribs when you're behind the camera. It also gives a more exclusive feeling when the only time we see you is when YOU are talking directly to us at the beginning of the video. Either way... love the channel. Take care.
That is the most epic setup I have ever seen. I was blown away when you got to the KITCHEN! It just got more insane from there. What an awesome dude he is. I love how he is so focused on the artistic side of what he does and keeping things as organic as possible, So inspiring. Thank you so much for sharing this so psyched I found your channel you are just as inspiring keep up the great content!
Pfff! I've just drooled on my keyboard... what an awesome space! Most of us build a studio-like thing in their homes. This guy just builds a house-like thing around his studio... well done! Thanks for sharing. I have even more stuff to dream about now :-)
This studio is beyond in incredible. This dude is also extremely likable imo. I tend to enjoy the studios, that feel more “ lived in “ if that makes sense, but this place is undeniably fantastic
Great video. Jordan obviously loves his studio and thinking about ideal workflow, being ready to hit record whenever inspiration strikes. That's the dream.
I am super grateful to have found this channel this is a such a blessing! Keep doing what you're doing man all this info is so important for us viewers. Thank you man seriously thank you!
this was amazing, and i have to say the music is just breathtaking. Just has that serious Sigur Rós and Hammock quality that just hits every perfect note to my ears! It's like, yes music that sounds like that definitely comes from a studio that looks like this.
I just closed mine after I read your comment, Honestly, I think the prep, planning, designing, & building something this intricate to one's personal nuances is what I would enjoy just as much as getting down to business & recording. You can hear it in his voice he's totally relaxed & calm which makes me think how I need to realize what I have & enjoy making music & begin focusing on enjoying life, sound & family starting today.
in my house there is little space, except in the bedroom which was 5.50 meters by 4 meters. so I decided to make an extra space in my bedroom for a home studio. I use the home studio for voice-over and making radio jingles. I started to soundproof the walls first and then extra walls of 15 cm thick and I also made these soundproof. The ceilings are two ceilings above each other and also with sound insulation, the walls and the ceiling and the door are a total of 30 cm thick. now I have a home studio of two by four meters with of course a silent ventilation system. and there is still enough space in my bedroom to place a double king size bed. I am happy with my home studio and this was the only solution, it took me three months to get everything ready on my own.
I know this is a old video, but I love when you get more on the hardware like seeing his brand would have been dope.. Appreciate all the hard work and effort you put into bringing studio creation to the world!👍
Not at all surprised of the amount of awesome feedback this studio has. Proper levelled headed geezer, that had my ears pricked through the entire show. High five from Blighty 👋🏾
Jordan is really an engineer, building his own mics, his own gear, but...the most interesting thing he did was --- changing the knobs on one of his pieces of equipment! THAT I can understand on so many levels. Now this is THEE ultimate home studio. Damn. Like a recording studio on the Starship Enterprise.
This is the Ultimate home studio for sure in many aspects! Also, you were on point asking the questions everybody here would like to ask and Jordan was very informative explaining everything in every detail! Thank you!!
I love your speakers super giant..the plugins awesome..thanks for the journey and..the overview of the studio..I am starting slowly building up my bedroom studio..gonna be wicked..
After seeing your reaction to those silent drinks cupboard doors the bar was set. But then the bar kept lifting higher and higher 😂 INSANE setup congratulations Jordan and keep these coming Andrew!! So inspiring
This is like the Blackbirdstudios compressed into a home--studio... Awesome Video - loved the fact, that you have a camera man with you! This gives it such a intimate and casual vibe...it's more "comfortable" to watch it, actually!
@@AndrewMasters Anytime! Btw: I loved this quick moment at 21:21 :D your face said something like "Damn, that's dusty!....I hope he didn't recognised it" - GOLD! :D
Very Nice and Inspiring Vibe! Cool how he can change the lighting and vibe within the mixing room with either blackout or natural window lighting! The mixing room is a really balanced and sleek design with gear arrangement!
What does your ultimate studio setup look like??
Nothing like that 😂
well I mean I have everything he has, who doesn't? but I get bored fast so i`m thinking about spending another million..
Exactly this. I thought Greybox was the dream...
I just have a Laptop and an Earphones xD
I dream with a Studio like the video
My dream setup is a heck of a lot simpler. I like working ITB just because I like to get thoughts down very quickly. I'm almost there on mine. Apollo X8, Apollo twin, A7x monitors, iLoud MTM monitors, JBL sub, Korg Kronos 2 88, KK S61, Maschine MK3, Sphere L22 Mics, 500 sq ft control room with 4k projector & roll down acoustic curtains, acoustic panels, custom built wet bar, vocal booth / amp closet, Fender Strat, Fender Jazz Bass. Just want to add X8P, drums, drum mics, 3 more iLoud MTM for 5.1 surround sound work, & have room soundproof renovations done.
This dude gets it. It's so nice to see a guy with a million dollar studio say "it doesn't matter what equipment you have if the song sucks".
But on the other hand, you can make an avarage song sound good with perfect mix and production, and a good song sound bad with bad production and mix.
@scandmaster it's all about "know how" and training your ears 😊
The guy in the background is killing me!!! LOL
🤣
🙋🏻♂️😂
Yeah I'm only 2 minutes into the video had to check the comments about this. I'm convinced he's an npc
The type of guy to come into your studio and touch everything 😂
@@thebando101 no more Theo?
When you're a professional music producer and happen to work from home.
That's a life goal right there. Can't wait to reach this goal one day.
His was like the rich kid in class yet people still like him . Blending the best of both worlds .
A wise man once said "We all have class but very few have taste" Jordan's studio and his sensibility epitomizes that statement! Subscribed to both of you man! Keep up the good work. Much warmth, love and cheers from India.
He’s the Tony Stark of home studios. From the looks, to the technology and gear. Very jealous lol
Yeah he looks like Tony aye.
wow that's so accurate!
Your. Rite on the Tony Stark
Duuuude thats just what i thought XD
You should see deadmau5's studio
MTV cribs for audio engineers.
Jordan is a long time friend. To say he is talented is an absolute understatement! He is such a great guy! Glad you got to capture this!
A gentleman, we had a blast. Such a cool spot.
@@AndrewMasters yeah he is the most down to earth chill guy! The biggest thing about Jordan is he is humble!
Jordan produced my old band “the height” back in the day. Truly one of the coolest most humble dudes ever. Great tour.
Dude!! You’re a legend guitarist.
@@jordancritzmusic Awh shucks. I wish man. So happy for your success 😭
The sound change as soon as you stepped into the control room was significant and amazing. With a snap of a finger it was tight and sealed. Surprising with that glass and flat walls.
Amazing to see what people acquire and why.
I converted my workflow from outboard to 95% in the box and I couldn’t be happier. Gone are the days of maintaining loads of really heavy temperamental gear.
For those that disagree and want the racks of vintage gear and vintage hardware... that’s cool, I get it. I was that guy for decades.
Honestly the library’s available today are insane and they are increasing daily. I can pretty much find a sample or a model for just about everything, if you really want to invest do so in your room treatment, mics, amps and instruments. Everything else... digital.
I love his workflow and his design choices however I would change out a majority of the rack just based on what tools I use and what I’m comfortable with.
For those saying lots of money invested... he made smart choices and went heavy where he had too and light where he could.
It’s his business, not a home studio for tinkering.
Movie scores are good paying gigs but it takes a lot of professional connections and a ton of audio options to stay competitive, creative and flexible.
I’m sure he has had to pivot fast with a finicky client who didn’t like the wireframe he laid down. His workflow and gear allows him to accommodate clients fast.
I lost a client because it took me too long to setup a killer idea with complicated signal paths. 😂 After 20 minutes of me patching and dialing the client looked at their phone and said goodbye. That was a long time ago and I have since learned not to go full geek mode with a client looking over your shoulder. Have 5 goto setups that you know backwards and forward in that genre and be ready to abandon and move on.
Nothing worse the trying to fix the wrong idea.
Very cool studio and a great video.
Thanks
You do the computer. I’ll play instruments. thanks I’d rather pay a “cursor driver”. Spent too many years looking at screens and mousing around.
As Alan Watts says about concentration, it’s about the seconds. If I’m thinking about clicking and scrolling, I’m distracted from the best senses for writing.
A beautiful state of the art high tech studio like this takes plenty of money to achieve. A million dollar studio in a two million dollar house !
what a dream. amazing studio, Jordan! :)
wow my inspiration
wow
The guy swiffering in the background just made my day. Fantastic.
Wow, this is the most elaborate home studio I have ever seen! GREAT job with attention to detail. Even down to the way he had the ice machine dispense the ice... absolutely flawless.
Thanks! Totally agree.
Thank you!
@@jordancritzmusic You are legit, the studio is just a perfect extension of yourself! Super inspiring studio and person. Big Love
NICE TO SEE YOU ON CAMERA during the tours - so cool you have camera have help now. The audio is killer as well - lav mics for the win
Hey thanks!
@@AndrewMasters Please ask your camera man to pan to whatever object/gear you guys are speaking about.. He constantly focuses in on everything besides whats being spoken of.. Other than that, great vid!
@@davidjansen412 thank you! I was over here losing my mind lol
The more years i do this, the more I find recording is a form of journaling. The studio for me is not a static place, and memories seem to have a stronger imprint in various places. I think Mark Howard got it right, by setting up in many different places. Jordan has an incredible place, a work of art and money well spent. Thank you for this Andrew. It is great to see someone build things from the ground up. Personally I might struggle with harvesting grit, or random ideas in an environment like that, but completely respect his decisions as they are indeed working for him. He seems very happy and balanced which to me is the most important thing.
i live in a camper. Ripped the bench seats out of the second bedroom and put a desk there. Small but its cozy.
This guy gets it. His studio is clean and optimized for fast workflow when composing.
Thanks!
Wow, this is on the same level as Graybox, which I thought couldn't be topped. Incredible.
I wouldn't want to compare, but if I did, I'd say that this is a couple million dollars ahead.
loved the remote/staged monitor and controls (computer keyboard) beside the piano. brilliant. so impressed with Jordan's past efforts to build his own gear.
52:15 it's called a Hackbrett
It was a big part auf Austrian Folkmusic but nowadays there aren't that many people around playing them. Beside that, getting strings for them is a PIA because there are barely any manufacturers left. Here in my country you can find them pretty cheap bet getting new strings on is the expensive part. I do have to do that work occasionally in the reapir shop where I work.
Really like the fact that the Hackbretter seem to pop up more often in studios now.
Check out the band PERCHTA if you want to hear some traditional stuff (instruments and sagas ) mixed with ( don't tell me I haven't warned you! ) black metal.
Best studio tour yet, great detail. Jordan, when he is explaining the modes of the brain (technical and creative) is drawing the difference between the left brain (analytical) and right brain (creative, imagery, expansiveness). Cool to see someone that understands how that works and applies it in his process.
This studio is INSANE! Puts my house as a whole to shame. Imagine getting down to the fine detail of soundproofing the ice maker. I can't like this enough!
BTW.... I actually like it better when you (Andrew) is behind the camera. Because it makes it feel more like YOUR eyes are OUR eyes... and forces the studio owner to look into the camera a lot more, which makes it feel like he's talking directly to us as well as talking to you. It just feel more like MTV Cribs when you're behind the camera. It also gives a more exclusive feeling when the only time we see you is when YOU are talking directly to us at the beginning of the video. Either way... love the channel. Take care.
Amazing!! I'm going to see if I can build out an espresso bar in my closet build.
I kind of loved that random dude just wandering into the room, playing with some random stuff like a power drill, and leaving hahaha
I have just given up. End of a dream. This is beyond my scope of dreams.
This series is seriously the best freaking thing on this entire internet.
Okay this series is fucking awesome. I love seeing how people work in any industry/niche. Subbed.
"Painting with frequencies on a lower level." Brilliant!
This guys gear is unbelievable. The Compressors, pre amps best of the best...
The best, the most creative home studio I have seen on the internet. The whole studio is a piece of art.
8:00 Best collection of outboard gear you'll ever see!!
That is the most epic setup I have ever seen. I was blown away when you got to the KITCHEN! It just got more insane from there. What an awesome dude he is. I love how he is so focused on the artistic side of what he does and keeping things as organic as possible, So inspiring. Thank you so much for sharing this so psyched I found your channel you are just as inspiring keep up the great content!
This is ridiculousness people! Wth?? It never ends! This is next, next level.... And then it's the level after that!
haha goals!
This Is unbelievable! Truly inspiring! I'd definitely love the opportunity to pick your brain about some things. I'm seriously just floored
Pfff! I've just drooled on my keyboard... what an awesome space! Most of us build a studio-like thing in their homes. This guy just builds a house-like thing around his studio... well done! Thanks for sharing. I have even more stuff to dream about now :-)
This is a vibe for sure.
This is the most insane studio I've ever seen. I'm extremely impressed and jealous!
I've loved many of these studios but this one really speaks to me aesthetically .
Great gosh almighty..he builds his own microphones and plays mario cart! What a cool cat!
Thank you for sharing this. This is beyond rock’n’roll.
This studio is beyond in incredible. This dude is also extremely likable imo. I tend to enjoy the studios, that feel more “ lived in “ if that makes sense, but this place is undeniably fantastic
Great video. Jordan obviously loves his studio and thinking about ideal workflow, being ready to hit record whenever inspiration strikes. That's the dream.
Absolutely.
Loved this, Thank you for your cool show
This is more like a Professional Recording Studio with a home. Home Studio? Pshh! LOL, Great video bro!!!
After the home studios I’ve been to, I don’t think of them as different things :)
Amazing Video/Studio!! However... Sound waves do NOT turn into light waves the higher they go up, Mr. Stark. 15:38
If you ever go out to LA, you should try to tour the artist Felly’s studio called The Lagoon. It’s super nice and has a great vibe!
Still come to this video for inspiration for my studio and the beat at 15:15
I am super grateful to have found this channel this is a such a blessing! Keep doing what you're doing man all this info is so important for us viewers. Thank you man seriously thank you!
Thanks!
Easily one of the most inspiring things I've ever seen.
‘Smash like button’.......certainly. Another great studio tour 😁
appreciate it!
Number one studio
this was amazing, and i have to say the music is just breathtaking. Just has that serious Sigur Rós and Hammock quality that just hits every perfect note to my ears! It's like, yes music that sounds like that definitely comes from a studio that looks like this.
Thank you!!
I literally, had my mouth open for 55 mins straight. My goodness, this is awesome!
I just closed mine after I read your comment, Honestly, I think the prep, planning, designing, & building something this intricate to one's personal nuances is what I would enjoy just as much as getting down to business & recording. You can hear it in his voice he's totally relaxed & calm which makes me think how I need to realize what I have & enjoy making music & begin focusing on enjoying life, sound & family starting today.
Legitimately the coolest studio I've ever seen. WELL DONE!
in my house there is little space, except in the bedroom which was 5.50 meters by 4 meters.
so I decided to make an extra space in my bedroom for a home studio.
I use the home studio for voice-over and making radio jingles.
I started to soundproof the walls first and then extra walls of 15 cm thick and I also made these soundproof. The ceilings are two ceilings above each other and also with sound insulation, the walls and the ceiling and the door are a total of 30 cm thick.
now I have a home studio of two by four meters with of course a silent ventilation system.
and there is still enough space in my bedroom to place a double king size bed.
I am happy with my home studio and this was the only solution, it took me three months to get everything ready on my own.
this is insane
I know this is a old video, but I love when you get more on the hardware like seeing his brand would have been dope.. Appreciate all the hard work and effort you put into bringing studio creation to the world!👍
Not at all surprised of the amount of awesome feedback this studio has. Proper levelled headed geezer, that had my ears pricked through the entire show. High five from Blighty 👋🏾
ONE word "WOW WOW!" The acoustics is just great! You can't see it!
Hosted like this is so much better. Luxury I’m sure but worth it. Thumbs up for cutaways!
Thanks, much appreciated!
Jordan is really an engineer, building his own mics, his own gear, but...the most interesting thing he did was --- changing the knobs on one of his pieces of equipment! THAT I can understand on so many levels.
Now this is THEE ultimate home studio. Damn. Like a recording studio on the Starship Enterprise.
Right?
Haha! Yes, I'm quite inspired by feeling like I'm in a spaceship:)
the idea for the windows and very open environment reminds me a lot of shangri-la in malibu (run by rick rubin). Very inspiring spot
You know it's a great studio when every other word out of Andrew is "Wow"
This is the Ultimate home studio for sure in many aspects! Also, you were on point asking the questions everybody here would like to ask and Jordan was very informative explaining everything in every detail! Thank you!!
Awesome thank you!
Amazing studio! Love it!
I love your speakers super giant..the plugins awesome..thanks for the journey and..the overview of the studio..I am starting slowly building up my bedroom studio..gonna be wicked..
Nice job beautiful space it's wonderful to see people making music from the super high end to the super lofi what a time to be alive
Sheesh! That space is so awesome! 🙌🏾
This guy is the Tony Stark of Music producers. I am sure I could make better music by just being there.
B-roll please!!!
We couldn’t see any of the gear.
An hour?!?! I'm gonna grab some popcorn! #Excited
This guy has a SERIOUS bourbon collection. Pappys. BTAC. EH Taylors. Wellers. Good for him
Ha! Got most of that when it was cheap and easy to find.... Not anymore:)
Absolutely amazing, and even more incredible that it is a home studio! So impressive
wow so much gear and he has detailed purpose for everything
Jordan's got rows of Pappy Van Winkle and EH Taylor on a shelf... I'd say thats my favorite rack of gear in this place.
nice! his room sounds nuts!
haha! My favorite rack as well:)
It's a great feeling, when your in ore of your own studio.....................................#GOALS!!!
Wow!! Very dope!! Congrats!!!
One of the best guy and studio I ever saw im my life!!!! Amazing
you do a great job on studios. God bless you
Man I really love that dulcimer and loved how he mentioned life in technicolor ii, great song and the dulcimer honestly makes that track.
Yes dude! The dulcimer is such a great flavor in the songs.
@@jordancritzmusic really is! Keep up the great work.
I love to see this videos!
I knew i wasn't the only one who loves to see other people's gear. 🤙🏻🔥
haha it’s a thing!
I love these shows! Has to be My fav studio so far absolutely stunning.
WOW! That was an amazing studio! Thanks for taking the time to go through all that detail! Absolutely loved it!
After seeing your reaction to those silent drinks cupboard doors the bar was set. But then the bar kept lifting higher and higher 😂 INSANE setup congratulations Jordan and keep these coming Andrew!! So inspiring
Thank you!
Awesome studio! Great interview! Thanks for the tour and the info.
Thanks Laney!
Super awesome thanks for taking the time both of you
Wow is this a house?? Now I understand why the video has more than one hour. Amazing!!
Dude. Best video yet. Best studio yet. So much inspiration
Thanks 🙏
Dude! That studio was epic! I am currently preparing to treat my home studio so this gave me a lot of ideas. Thank you so much!
Great to hear!
It immediately got deader as soon as you walked into the control room. Beautiful studio.
Money, just imagine.
Daaaaaaamn this studio is amazing! Also really love the video and seeing you in front of the camera! 😊
Hey, thanks!
One of my favorite people in music. Glad to see Jordan doing so well. He is the real deal!
This is like the Blackbirdstudios compressed into a home--studio...
Awesome Video - loved the fact, that you have a camera man with you! This gives it such a intimate and casual vibe...it's more "comfortable" to watch it, actually!
Great to hear! Thanks!
@@AndrewMasters Anytime! Btw: I loved this quick moment at 21:21 :D your face said something like "Damn, that's dusty!....I hope he didn't recognised it" - GOLD! :D
WOW! Now you rise my bar for mine dream studio, damn you !
Very Nice and Inspiring Vibe! Cool how he can change the lighting and vibe within the mixing room with either blackout or natural window lighting! The mixing room is a really balanced and sleek design with gear arrangement!
And I’m back. I love that Jordan gives his musicians the visual cues. I’m all about that.
And hey should you need a catchy riff I’m here for ya.