### About the space Create inside **Studio 4A at Fount Studios**, a historic recording, songwriting and rehearsal room located within the former Hit Factory building in Midtown Manhattan. The approximately 1,000-square-foot studio combines warm wood acoustic architecture, comfortable lounge seating and the unmistakable character of a classic New York recording environment with modern monitoring, recording equipment and full-band backline. Designed for sessions of up to **10 artists, producers, engineers and guests**, Studio 4A is an inspiring setting for writing songs, rehearsing new material, recording vocals and instruments, developing arrangements, capturing live performances or simply listening to music in a room made for it. ### A legendary setting for what comes next Fount Studios is located inside the building formerly known as The Hit Factory, one of New York’s most celebrated recording destinations. The building’s history includes work connected to globally recognized artists and major recordings. Today, Fount Studios carries that creative legacy forward by giving current artists, musicians and producers access to professional rooms designed for new work—not simply nostalgia. Studio 4A offers the opportunity to create in a space where music history remains part of the architecture while the focus stays on your next song, session and sound. ### Ideal for - Songwriting sessions - Music recording - Vocal recording - Instrumental overdubs - Band rehearsals - Pre-production - Artist-development sessions - Producer sessions - Listening sessions - Live performance recordings - Audio podcasts - Voice-over recording - Music workshops - Small creative gatherings - Music-focused interviews and content - Album and project playbacks ### A complete music-making environment Studio 4A is designed to support the creative process from the earliest idea through rehearsal and recording. Artists can write at the keyboard, rehearse arrangements with a full band, record vocals or instruments, review playback through professional monitors and collaborate comfortably without moving between multiple locations. The room’s built-in acoustic architecture, warm lighting, instruments and lounge environment create a setting that feels established and inspiring rather than temporary or clinical. ## Instruments and backline Available instruments and backline currently include: ### Drums - Full Mapex drum kit - 14" × 6.6" custom mahogany snare - 14" × 5" custom steel snare ### Keyboards and controllers - Nord keyboard - StudioLogic SL73 MK2 73-key controller - Arturia KeyLab 61 MK3 ### Amplifiers - Vox guitar amplifier - Ampeg bass amplifier Please confirm the exact models, drum hardware, cymbals, keyboard stands, pedals and cable package before booking. Equipment inventory and availability should be reconfirmed for every session. ## Recording and monitoring Studio 4A supports professional music and spoken-word recording workflows. Available recording and monitoring equipment currently includes: - Universal Audio Apollo X8P interface - Focal Alpha 8 studio monitors - 50-inch display - CalDigit Mac hub - Apple Magic Keyboard - Apple Magic Mouse Guests must bring their own computer. ## Microphone collection The current microphone inventory includes: - Shure SM7B - Electro-Voice RE20 - Shure 579SB - Shure 545 - AKG D120 - Bryson 3B The microphone list gives the room options for vocals, podcasts, amplifiers, instruments and creative recording applications. Microphone condition, mounts, cables, stands, pop filters and exact availability should be confirmed before the session. ## Recording engineer A professional recording engineer is available as an optional add-on for sessions requiring multitrack recording, routing, gain structure, monitoring and file preparation. Before booking an engineered session, guests should provide: - Number of musicians - Instrument and vocal input list - Number of headphone mixes - Recording software preference - Desired session format - Whether editing is required - File-delivery expectations - Whether the session includes video capture The current Fount pricing and Peerspace listing show the recording-engineer or multitrack-recording service at **$100 per hour**, separate from the $75-per-hour room rental. ## Hospitality and guest support The studio includes access to: - Comfortable seating - Wi-Fi - Mini refrigerator - Kitchenette - Full-size refrigerator access - Three restrooms - Street-level access ## Power Studio 4A provides **100 amps of dedicated wall power** for approved recording and production equipment. Guests planning to bring high-draw lighting, amplifiers, additional racks or specialized production equipment should submit their electrical requirements in advance. ## Before requesting your booking Please include: - Type of session - Total number of guests - Number of musicians - Instruments being used - Whether you need the studio backline - Number of vocalists - Microphone requirements - Whether you need an engineer - Whether you are bringing a computer - Desired recording software - File-delivery requirements - Setup and breakdown needs - Any photography or video plans All arrival, setup, soundcheck, recording, file transfer, breakdown and departure time must occur within the reserved booking period. **Historic character. Professional sound. Space for what comes next.**