Why “Ashlar”
Cut with precision.Built to move.Made to last.
Read our story Logus Sethia, founder & engineer
Ashlar Audio · Recording studio & academyAnna Nagar, Chennai
Based on records.
Obsessed with great sound.
A recording, mixing and mastering studio in Anna Nagar, Chennai, with film post-production and a hands-on audio course under the same roof.
Services
From the first take to the final master.
01
Recording
Vocals, live instruments, full bands and voiceover.
02Mixing & Mastering
At the desk with us, or send your tracks from anywhere by Dropbox or WeTransfer.
03Post-Production
Dubbing, ADR, background score, and sound for film and OTT.
04Composition & Production
Original music and full productions, booked as studio hours.
05Core Audio Programme
A four-month, hands-on course in music and audio production. Five students a batch.
Jam Room · the Live Room, when it’s free
Your band. Our room.
A treated room with the backline already set up. Bring your instruments, plug in and play, in blocks of two hours or more.
- Up to 5 people
- Mixer & PA system
- 2 microphones
- Drum kit
- 2-hour minimum
- Reschedule if a slot is free
Rate₹750 an hour
Academy · Music & audio production
Core Audio Programme
From the science of sound to a finished, mixed and mastered recording. Four months on site in a fully treated studio, for complete beginners and anyone curious about music and audio.
4 monthsOn site, Anna Nagar
5 studentsPer batch, maximum
₹75,000Incl. GST · in full or two parts
2 batchesAlternate weekdays or Sat & Sun
You don’t need experience, only curiosity and a good pair of ears.Logus Sethia, instructor
Module 01 · Foundation
Sound Theory
Understand what sound actually is before you touch any gear: the science and history behind everything you will hear and create.
- What is Sound?
- Frequency, Pitch & Amplitude
- Analogue vs Digital Audio
- Digital Audio Formats
- History of Audio
Module 02 · Foundation
DAW Basics: Logic Pro
Get confident and fast in Logic Pro, your creative home base, so your focus stays on the music and not the tools.
- Understanding the Logic Pro Interface
- Tracks, Clips & Regions
- MIDI vs Audio Tracks
- Key Shortcuts & Workflow
- Setting Up Your Production Template
- Importing, Exporting & Bouncing
Module 03 · Creative
Sound Production
Turn an idea into a full arrangement. Learn how producers build tracks layer by layer and develop their own sonic identity.
- Translating Ideas from Head to DAW
- Working with Samples & Loops
- Layering Sounds for Depth & Width
- Creating Space in a Mix
- Sound Design Basics & Synthesis
- FM Synthesis & Serum / Wavetable
Module 04 · Foundation
Music Theory
Theory taught the producer’s way, applied directly to the piano roll. No sheet music required.
- Notes, Octaves & the Piano Roll
- Scales & Modes
- Building Chords
- Chord Progressions
- Melody Writing
- Rhythm, Time Signatures & Ear Training
Module 05 · Technical
Mixing & Mastering
Balance every element for clarity, depth and impact, then master for streaming.
- Approaching a Mix
- EQ: The Frequency Spectrum
- Compression & Dynamics
- Reverb, Delay & Time-Based Effects
- Distortion, Saturation & Harmonic Effects
- Limiting, Mastering & Loudness Standards
Module 06 · Practical
Studio Recording
Capture clean, professional recordings that need minimal fixing. Choose the right microphone for every source.
- Types of Microphones
- Polar Patterns: Cardioid & Shotgun
- Mic Placement Techniques
- Recording Vocals Professionally
- Signal Chain & Audio Routing
- Gain Staging & Avoiding Clipping
Module 07 · Technical
Acoustics
The room is the most overlooked piece of gear. Learn how sound behaves in a space and how to improve it.
- How Sound Behaves in a Room
- Standing Waves & Bass Buildup
- Sweet Spots vs Dead Spots
- Soundproofing vs Acoustic Treatment
- Acoustic Materials & DIY Solutions
- Measuring Your Room Sonically
Module 08 · Practical
Home Studio Setup
Everything you need, and what you don’t, to build a great-sounding studio at any budget.
- Audio Interfaces
- Microphones for Home Studios
- MIDI Controllers & Keyboards
- Monitor Speakers & Headphones
- Cables, Connections & Ports
- Budget Builds at Every Level
Module 09 · Advanced
Live Recording
Bring it all together: run a full recording session from setup to final export and deliver a professional result.
- Live Multi-Track Recording Setup
- Drum Recording Fundamentals
- Recording Bands & Ensembles
- Comping & Editing Live Takes
- Session Management & Workflow
- Final Project: Live Recording Session
CapstonePlan and run a real session. Record, mix and master 2 to 3 songs featuring at least one live instrument, then deliver mastered stereo WAVs, stems and a short written reflection on your choices.
The studio
Four rooms. One signal path.
Control Room
Where every mix and master is made.
Live RoomJam Room
Recording and teaching by day. Rehearsals when it’s free.
Isolation Booth
Vocals and voiceover, nothing else in the take.
Classroom
Home to each Core Audio batch.
Let’s make
a record.
Studio
52/9(18/1), Y Block Main RoadY Block, Anna Nagar, Chennai 600040
Hours
Open 24/7After 8 pm by appointment