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About Us

What We Do

Our rich accommodating space, nestled in the Oakland Hills, offers studio recording sessions both vocal and instrumental, compositions and musical arrangements as well as media packages and movie soundtracks. Our ‘Bob Hodas’ acoustically-tuned mixing room’ is stunningly accurate when it comes to sound production and our extensive selection of microphones, outboard gear, and instruments make VVSS the ideal location for all your studio needs.

We offer the latest in digital recording equipment from Pro-Tools to highly sought after vintage equipment. Accommodations and deluxe entertainment packages are our specialty, and we’re here to meet the needs fresh new and exciting artists and bands, production companies, and everyone in between!

ABOUT US

History

The studio was originally a private recording facility for famous engineer and Synclavier virtuoso Denny Jaeger. Built in 1978, the studio took roughly three years to design and build. Over the next two decades the studios transitioned into a testing center for new recording technologies, instrument development, and sound reinforcement.

After a long a stint of functioning under private contracts and specialized testing, the studio reopened under new ownership in January 2012 and became accessible to outside musicians, composers, and artists. It wasn’t until the studio reopened that we learned of its rich history. Everything from parts in Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” to movie soundtracks with David Bowie; just two examples of the storied journey this space has been on.

Services

Recording

We are fully-equipped with Pro-Tools HD10 and a brand new 16 channel ssl matrix mixing console. A plethora of microphones, instruments and digital synthesizers available upon request. We pride ourselves on having the latest technology and virtually everything you could need!

Mastering

We offer additional services such as isdn to link to studios worldwide, comprehensive transfer, editing and on-site mastering. We are available for film, video, photo shoots, web-casting, symposiums, conferences, and special events.

Amenities

Our amenities include a kitchen, a full service workout facility complete with 4 person sauna, outdoor-movie theater and sky lounge overlooking the valley above montclair village for leisure and meetings.

Deluxe Package

Our deluxe package includes and ensures that you won’t have to lift a finger during your session at vvs! Not only will we provide you with breakfast, lunch, dinner and libations, we also provide uniquely tailored guided-trips out and around the bay area. Experience the night-life, live music, enjoy the many restaurants, and sample some of the local flavor!

Equipment

System

8-CORE MAC PRO, PRO TOOLS 10 HD, SSL MATRIX CONSOLE EVENT PRECISION 8 MONITORS

Microphones

NEUMANN U87, NEUMANN KM184 (2), ROYER R-121, SHURE SM81, SHURE SM57 (4), SHURE BETA 57, SHURE BETA 52

Guitars

PAUL REED SMITH PRIVATE STOCK SIGNATURE, PAUL REED SMITH 513, TAYLOR 814CE, TAYLOR CUSTOM NYLON STRING, FENDER CUSTOM CLASSIC JAZZ BASS

Plug-ins

WAVES PLATINUM, MELODYNE, AVID STRIKE, AVID VELVET, AVID HYBRID, AVID STRUCTURE

Preamps

AVALON AD2022, UNIVERSAL AUDIO 2-610 SILVERFACE, GRACE 801

Drums

TAMA STARCLASSIC, BUBINGA 6-PIECE CUSTOM, ROLAND TD30 KIT W/ OCTAPAD & SPD-SX SAMPLING PAD

A LITTLE BIT ABOUT THE SOUNDS OF THE EAST BAY…

“Oakland is famous for great jazz, but this isn’t all the city has to offer. Latin, rock, country, pop and of course the best hyphy rap in the bay are featured in east bay clubs. Many of oakland’s live music clubs showcase up and coming artists with open mic nights to help newcomers break out. Blakes on telegraph, the stork club and 924 gilman street are all popular venues to check out alternative acts for those who have already gotten their fill of jazz and blues. For an even more unique show, temple bar in berkeley features live hawaiian tunes on the weekends. Of course, these local bands probably won’t all be great, but it is likely that the shows will be cheap and have inexpensive libations. So when you’re good and sauced, the music just gets better.”

Reservations

Plan your visit to Valley View by booking through Airbnb.com!

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Let our happy guests tell you how they felt about their Valley View Experience. Airbnb.com is a trusted place to rent unique places to stay from local hosts in 190+ countries, and relies on customer reviews to help keep local accommodations safe and reliable. With almost a perfect 5-star score, Valley View Sound is quickly becoming a highly sought after recording and lounge space for amateurs and professionals alike.

We’re sure that once you meet our friendly, knowledgeable staff, see the variety and level of technology available to you, and experience the majestic beauty that is Oakland, California, you’ll see why we are so confident you’ll enjoy your stay! BOOK NOW! 

Contact Us

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send us a message – (510) 338-1102