A modular, multi-room recording environment powered by Dante Audio-over-IP, NDI video routing, analogue tape machines, vintage synths and a hybrid mix workflow. Every booth is linked. Every signal is flexible.
Designed for musicians, podcasters, producers and content creators, CRS combines:
Every room is wired into a flexible hybrid system that gives you speed, warmth, reliability and creative freedom.
We're building professional infrastructure with an equitable heart. At least 15% of all studio hours are permanently reserved for subsidized access to professional recording facilities.
15% of all bookable hours are ring-fenced monthly for subsidised or free sessions — providing professional-grade infrastructure to young people (16-25), low-income artists, OX4 residents, and community projects.
Prioritization for: 16–25 year olds, OX4 residents, low-income artists, neurodivergent creators (sensory-friendly sessions available), and community-led projects. Standard rates from £35/hr — subsidized pool offers deeply discounted or no-cost access.
Dante Audio-over-IP + NDI Video-over-IP: All 5 rooms networked for cross-room collaboration. Kii Three + BXT monitoring, Sphere DLX microphones, and hybrid analogue/digital workflow accessible to all users regardless of rate.
Funder Support: This commitment is central to our ACE and Youth Music applications.Back our Crowdfunder →
Modular, Sound-Treated, Purpose Built
A tight, controlled environment ideal for vocals, solo instruments, ADR, and small overdubs.
Perfect for guitars, re-amping, small ensembles and close-up instrumental recording.
A broadcast-ready space for sit-down interviews, narration, voiceovers, and video podcasts.
A larger space supporting drums, bands, filmed live sessions, educational workshops and CRS Sessions recordings.
(These rooms are referenced in your studio technical appendix and build plan.)
CRS preserves Oxford's long-standing analogue culture with:
Warm, textured, tactile: the sound of history.
Paired with modern digital flexibility:
Speed, flexibility, and networked power.
This is the "Old School Soul, New School System" philosophy from your ACE application, made real.
Bands, solo artists, acoustic ensembles, electronic music, vocal sessions.
Multi-mic roundtables, video podcasts, interviews, documentary narration.
Tiny Desk–inspired filmed performances captured from the café straight into the control room.
Hybrid mixing, editing, vocal comping, re-amping, beatmaking, sound design.
NDI-connected multi-camera capture + Dante-linked audio for real-time events.
Student projects, youth workshops, community recordings and technical training (as outlined in your Grassroots Music plan).
Funder-Friendly Overview
This section mirrors the acoustic + structural descriptions from the ACE application:
Your webpage should present this simply — but confidently — to show technical credibility without overwhelming casual readers.
A Unique Oxford USP
One of CRS's defining features: The Workshop Café is acoustically and digitally linked to the Control Room.
This allows for:
This is a rare hybrid model that combines performance, community engagement and high-spec production in one building.
Creative Tech Edge
CRS is wired into the Digital Pulse façade & signage system, enabling:
This is the "studio of the future" dimension funders love. It frames CRS not only as a recording space — but as a creative R&D hub for Oxford.
Your studio is powered by 15+ years of engineering experience (Oli's CV) and hands-on AV work. This page should gently acknowledge:
(It ties directly into AV Services and the heritage story.)
Directly aligned with the Grassroots Music application:
CRS is not an elitist studio — it's a public-facing creative space.
(Designer: use a neat horizontal grid or mosaic with Mustard Gold hover states.)
We keep the structure simple:
Email: cowleyroadstudios@gmail.com
Instagram: @cowleyroadstudios
Cowley Road Studios is a professional, engineer-led recording space in the heart of Oxford. We charge fair, sustainable rates that respect the craft and keep the doors open for local artists.
Perfect for vocals, overdubs, quick sessions or podcast episodes.
Ideal for singles, small projects or focused writing/recording blocks.
Best value for bands, EPs, live café captures or hybrid sessions.
All sessions include use of the live room, isolation booths, control room, and standard backline where available.
Discounted rates available for youth, community, and non-profit projects. We reserve 30% of studio time for underrepresented groups and emerging artists.
Bursary applications welcome — get in touch.