
Who is 77th House?
77th House is a production company started by Logan Allan, Joey P, Nick “Dummy” Brannan, and Brad V — 4 engineers devoted to the faithful representation and recreation of audio, both live and in-studio.
In addition to audio services, 77th House offers promotional photo and music video production packages to help our artists maintain their EPK and social media, as well as event coordination services to provide excellent quality at any event with our top-tier contractors — totaling over 100 years of hands-on experience.
Together, our goal is to provide exceptional sound and services, both in-studio and abroad.
“From home recording to studio sound; from backyard bashes to festival stages; 77th House is providing the best engineers in the midwest and beyond”
hear the magic
From the intimate precision of Studio A— perfect for solo artists and voice work— to the spacious, gear-rich Studio B— built to handle full bands and live sessions—our studios are equipped to bring any project to life with professional quality and creative flexibility.
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Woodstock, ILStudio A is our flagship recording space, designed to meet the needs of artists and creators seeking top-tier sound quality and versatility. This studio features a dedicated isolation booth for pristine vocal and instrument capture, a curated selection of analog outboard gear for that warm, classic tone, and a small but powerful array of professional microphones suited for any recording scenario.
We also offer mixing and mastering services to bring your project a polished, radio-ready finish.
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Studio A Gear List
Microphones
Neumann U87-style large diaphragm condenser microphone (warm, detailed vocal performance)
Shure SM57-style dynamic microphones (ideal for versatile vocal and instrument capture)
Outboard Gear
Midas 500 Series modules – premium analog signal processing with musical character
DBX 500 Series processors – dynamic control with industry-trusted reliability
1176-style compressor – classic FET compression for vocals and instruments
VCA Compressors – flexible dynamics shaping across a range of applications
Monitoring
SubZero 6" Studio Reference Monitors – accurate, transparent monitoring for critical listening
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Aurora, ILStudio B is our large-format recording space, crafted specifically for bands and full ensembles who need room to breathe and the gear to match their ambition. At the heart of the studio is a powerful 48-channel Soundcraft K3 Theatre— delivering rich, dynamic sound with hands-on control. Surrounding it is an expansive collection of high-end microphones and a robust arsenal of hardware, offering endless possibilities for shaping your tone.
With ample space for live tracking and a layout designed to foster creativity and collaboration, Studio B is the go-to choice for rock groups, jazz combos, indie collectives, and genre-bending ensembles alike. From tight rhythm sections to soaring solos, this studio captures every nuance—live, loud, and in full detail.
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Microphones
Neumann U87-style large diaphragm condenser – studio staple for lead vocals and detail-rich instruments
Stereo pair of AKG C414-style condensers – ideal for overheads, acoustic instruments, and ensemble recording
Stereo Blumlein ribbon microphone – warm, natural stereo imaging for room and ambient capture
4x Shure SM57-style dynamic microphones – versatile and reliable for amps, snares, and more
Stereo pair of Royer R-121-style ribbon microphones – smooth, high-SPL handling for guitars and brass
Assorted dynamic microphones – tailored for drum kits and high-impact live instruments
Outboard Gear
1176-style compressor – iconic FET dynamics processing for punch and presence
1073-style preamp – classic British tone with rich harmonics and character
1081-style EQ – detailed tonal shaping with surgical precision
2x Stereo DBX compressors – reliable dynamic control for bus processing and mixes
Console
Soundcraft K3 Theatre – 48-channel analog console with rich history, formerly housed at Steppenwolf Theatre in Chicago. Offers deep routing flexibility and warm analog summing, ideal for live-tracked sessions.
Monitoring
JBL 5" Studio Monitors – clean, accurate nearfield monitoring
Subwoofer – extended low-end reference for balanced mix translation