About Sola
Sola Recording Studio is a cozy, creative space in Ajax, Ontario, built for artists who want to make great music in an environment that feels comfortable, inspiring and personal.
At Sola, we believe the best sessions happen when artists can settle in, get comfortable and genuinely enjoy the creative process. Whether you're recording vocals, tracking a full band, developing a song or putting the finishing touches on a project, our space is designed to give you room to experiment, create and bring your ideas to life.
Sola is owned and operated by audio engineer and musician Andrew Falk, a graduate of Metalworks Institute of Audio Production & Engineering. With experience ranging from professional studio environments to working with artists and organizations such as the Detroit Youth Choir, Sola brings that experience into a more personal, welcoming setting.
The room itself is warm, relaxed and intentionally creative. It's a place where you can spend a few hours working on a song without feeling rushed, surrounded by the tools and atmosphere you need to get into the zone.
From the first idea to the final mix, Sola is here to help you make something you're excited to share.
The Gear
Great recordings start with great performances, but the right tools help capture them the way they deserve to be heard.
At Sola, we combine the character of analog gear with the flexibility of a modern production setup. From tracking a full live band to dialing in a vocal, our setup is built to give artists the sound and feel they’re looking for.
Recording & Analog
MOTU Audio Interface
Reliable, high-quality conversion and plenty of I/O for tracking everything from solo artists to full-band sessions.
TASCAM M-2524 Analog Console
A classic 24-channel analog console that brings hands-on control and analog character to the recording process.
Microphones
Access to High-End Microphones
We have access to high-end microphones including the Neumann U87 and FET 47, alongside our modified Avantone CV-12. This gives us a versatile selection of microphones to find the right character, detail and response for every voice, instrument and performance.
Monitoring & Instruments
Kali LP-8 Studio Monitors
Accurate, detailed monitoring designed to help us make mix decisions that translate outside the studio.
Custom Pearl Drums
A custom Pearl drum kit available in the live room for tracking everything from tight, modern productions to more organic performances.
12 Live Room Inputs
Our live room is wired with 12 inputs to the mic panel, making it easy to track multiple instruments and performers simultaneously.
Software & Production
Pro Tools + Logic Pro
We work in both Pro Tools and Logic Pro, giving artists flexibility depending on their workflow and production needs.
Professional Plugin Collection
Our production and mixing toolkit includes plugins from:
Neve • SSL • Waves • Shadow Hills • Ampeg • Harrison • Slate
From console emulations and analog-style processing to guitar and bass tones, vocal production, compression, EQ and mastering, our plugin collection gives us a wide range of tools to shape a finished record.
The Point of the Gear
The gear is important, but it's never the star of the session.
You are.
Every piece of equipment at Sola is there for one reason: to help capture your performance, develop your sound and bring your vision to life.