Peter Engisch, owner and chief engineer, has been in the recording business for over 25 years, with equal time given to both stage and studio. Studio training was done at Philo Records/Earth Audio Techniques, Resolution Inc. (Vt.), and at Skyline Studios/Skyline Productions in New York City. He is also a professional pianist currently playing with contemporary jazz group "Picture This" (12 years).
Ad Astra Recording opened it doors in 1996. Ten plus years and hundreds of projects later, Ad Astra is busier than ever. Ad Astra grew out of a yearning to have a studio that provided a relaxed professional environment and at the same time provide a getaway for individuals and groups. Ad Astra Recording brings together creativity, technology and experience - 3 key ingredients to a great session.
Peter's engineering, producing and writing influences run the gamut, embracing all kinds of genres/feels and attitudes to bring out the most in any recording session. Peter relies on solid training, experience, strong musical instincts and a deep passion and commitment to get it right. It's also about understanding and adapting to each client/artist and nailing what they are trying to accomplish and in most cases going beyond that vision. Tuning into the artist is vital. You've got to care deeply about each project or why do it? Then the music happens. Peter constantly gives valuable feedback on performance and arrangements. This comes from being a writer and performer. This kind of interaction gets creative juices flowing on a number of levels. Its invaluable to the performer and always gets positive results. Getting involved in the production aspects as well as the engineering benefits the whole session.
Peter knows the immeasurable value of word of mouth in the studio business and its word of mouth that has kept Ad Adstra Recording consistently booked. No advertising can accomplish this. Ad Astra measures its success by the clients who pass on their positive studio experience to others. As a result, Ad Astra continues to grow and expand and build on its sonic integrity. This dedication rubs off on Ad Astra's clients.
Peter encourages a meeting/visit to the studio to get a feel for Ad Astra and chat about pre-production ideas, a game plan to use the studio time efficiently, listen to some mixes and address any questions an artist or client might have about the process. Also Peter has a roster of very reliable pro studio musicians who can help flesh out any product..they are the best in the region ...total pros who know how to make great records.