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DIXIE RIDGE

kid rock, nashville

overview

In his most recent studio venture, Kid Rock knew exactly what he wanted.  From layout to finishes, it was clear that there was a defined vision and vibe. In the early stages, he even provided a sketch with his ideal layout.  With a clear program and scope of work, the project was moving towards the end goal of Dixie Ridge from the very beginning. 
 
The features of Dixie Ridge are truly hard to put words to.  An extremely large control room (30’W x 28’D) features stadium seating in the back of the room, 2 credenzas, a vocal booth, a Neve 8014 side console, 48 channel SSL Duality and custom soffit mounted TAD monitors.  The tracking room peaks at 25’ tall and has a wonderful combination of stone and wood finishes that create a spectacular sound.  Elongated diamond shaped clouds accentuate the height and add to the air of the room.  Three iso booths opposite the control room have great sight lines, each with their own individual sound.  
 
Something we appreciated throughout this design and build was Kid Rock’s straightforward vision. We knew what was going to work, and what wasn’t.  The room was exceptionally built, which is why it continues to blow us away with its sound. A control room of that size is a challenge in the lower frequencies, however it’s as accurate and smooth in the stadium seats as it is in mix position.  No corners cut in Dixie Ridge, and it shows both visually and sonically.    ​

Design Highlights

gear list

Stadium seating in control room
Stone wall in live room
Wood chinking on live room side walls
Dual console layout in Control Room
48 input SSL Duality console
Neve 8014 console
48 channel Pro Tools
Studer 827 24 track tape machine
2 Fairchild Compressors
2 Acme xla-500’s 
Lang Equalizers 
Pultec Equalizers
Drawmer Processor
Bricasti Reverb
1176 limiters
DBX 902 Processors
LA-2A Compressors
Distressors
Shadow Hill Processor
Calrec Equalizers
Private Q system
Custom TAD monitors

Steven Durr Designs

Architectural and electro acoustic consultants whose projects span from recording studios to cathedrals. Our team has the knowledge and expertise to handle any acoustic challenge. 

Contact Us

Steven Durr Designs, LLC
4117 Hillsboro Pike, Ste. 103-147 
Nashville, TN 37215-2728
Phone: 615.383.1580 
Fax: 615.385.5168 
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