World Leading Electronic Dance Music Specialists
Education, Mentoring, Production, Mixing & Apple Certified Mastering
“I was struggling to get my album over the line. Altar Studios finally made that happen.”
– Nicky Holloway
“If there is a Dance Music Production Bible, this would certainly be it.”
– Toolroom Records
“We’ve received nothing but rave reviews; the presentation was oversubscribed and had to be held twice.”
– Audio Engineering Society
“Essential for anyone who owns a DAW and wants to make great music..”
– Bobby Owinski
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What Our Clients Say
I think I’ve just finished the most important dance album of the last twenty years. I’d only trust Rick with it, he’s not some wally straight out of a music degree course. There is a pedigree involved. Altar studios are the ying to my yang.
Nicky Holloway
FIrst Superstar DJ
These guys completely revolutionised the way I think about and make music. In under 12 months l’ve had eight tunes signed and had tracks played out by the likes of Hernan Catteneo and Guy Mantzer. This stuff is the f*cking nuts.”
Richard Bailey
Producer & DJ
Whether you’re a musician, an engineer, or a producer at almost any skill level. Subtleties in music matter greatly, and knowing how to listen to them can make all the difference. These can teach you how.
Bobby Owinski
Engineer, Producer & Author
We Care Because You Do.
AI-assisted production, self-mixing, and self-mastering may suit some, but they often overlook the true value of artistry. We specialize in serving those who cherish their music and want to showcase their hard work without being marred by aliasing, distorted by quantization errors, or cluttered with improper techniques.
With over 30 years of experience, our studios are equipped with world-class engineers and premium hardware. Our production has achieved millions in sales, earning platinum certifications and the trust of acclaimed artists like Nicky Holloway, the Chainsmokers, and David Guetta. We proudly collaborate with top labels such as Polydor, Sony BMG, Toolroom, Black Hole, and Anjuna, ensuring that your music is treated with the respect and expertise it deserves.
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Polishing Your Productions
If you’re feeling stuck on a project or think it could use a little extra magic, let’s collaborate! We can help transform your vision into reality, whether it involves essential sound design, reimagining your arrangement, or incorporating the unique characteristics of classic samplers, keyboards, modules, or rare hardware. Together, we can create something remarkable. Plus, there’s no need to credit our contributions in collaborative projects, allowing you to shine.
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Apple Certified Mastering
Every producer should prioritize how their project is represented during playback. As an Apple approved Mastering House, we provide your music with Apple certification, enhancing your potential for consumer hits and increasing your chances of being featured on coveted Apple Playlists.
Entrust your music to our skilled professionals, who utilize top-tier, industry-recognized equipment such as the SPL Iron Mastering Compressor, SPL Mastering EQ, Massive Passive, API Compressors and EQs, SSL Compressors and EQs, Chandler Mastering Limiters and EQs, and Manley Compressors. Experience the difference that expertise and quality can make for your sound.
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About the Owners
Altar Studios is owned and managed by the award-winning author and Apple-approved mastering engineer and producer, Rick Snoman, alongside Apple-approved mastering engineer, Alex Bartles. With a proven track record of mixing and mastering for artists signed to major labels, they are not only skilled professionals but also sought-after speakers on modern music production.
They share their expertise at universities, colleges, Audio Engineering Society (AES) events, and NAMM, inspiring the next generation of audio professionals. As active members of the AES education committee and board members of the Electronic Music Technicians and Artists Society (E.M.T.A.S), they played a pivotal role in curating the AES’s inaugural Electronic Music event in 2021. Their leadership as chairs of the AES over the past three years underscores their commitment to advancing the field of audio engineering.
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