Welcome to MARS (Music Art Recording Studios) FB! MARS has been in the recording business since 1975. We are located in the Santa Cruz County Aptos foothills of California, on the beautiful Monterey Bay coastline!! We specialize in all aspects of Digital and Analog professional recording, from commercial productions to private bands to multimedia presentations etc. The content that follow will provide you with information about the services we offer. If you have any general questions or would like additional information, please contact us at (831) 688-8435.
I was raised in Santa Cruz county – while in high school I worked with various bands helping out with their sound, live recording, and being a roadie in the late 60s and early 70s. I soon realized the need for a high quality recording studio and built MARS (Music Art Recording Studio) from the ground up.
MARS was the recipient of the 1993 “Radio Mercury Awards”, 2014 Telly Award Winner, along with countless other nominations. MARS has also been recognized by many institutions across the US for participation in internship opportunities programs at the studio.
History and Story of Mars Music Art Recording Studio
MARS was established in 1975 and has been consistently working successfully with diversified artists and bands across various genres and styles. It has established a rich history in the local music community. Mars has worked with artists such as Dave Grohl of BL’AST 1987 SST Records; Tiran Porter of the Doobie Brothers as a session musician; Lacy J. Dalton, Allison Krauss with Tony Rice band, Bobby O’Niell and Ken Kraft of the SNAIL band, Larry Hosford, and many others.
History of Building and Facilities
MARS is a professional industry standard studio with a home-like atmosphere. It was built over 42 years ago but has since then been modified to keep up to date with technology. Passion and genuine interest was taken in the design of the studio. Besides the main 900ft studio there are 2 isolated rooms, vocal booth and piano room, acoustic design treated walls in the studio and control room which has a high end monitoring system.
Rates
Published Rates are available at www.mars-studios.com. We are willing to work with your budget - rates are flexible depending on your project – Lock out and Block rates are available. We welcome your call to discuss options.
Mission
Our mission is to provide the artists a creative comfortable environment, to meet their needs in completing their project within budget and a timely manner. We welcome people to come to MARS to take a tour and feel out the place, see if you like it. I want to get to know you and see what you goals are. To set up a meeting or to just chat and get more information about your project, please call me at (831) 688-8435.
VALUES
Individuality – getting to know who you are
Understanding – what you want to accomplish
Focused – on what it take to get the job done
Goals – completing the project
We value you as a musician and artist. If you work with us you will be inspired and helped. We value artistic creation and will work with you to achieve your musical goal within your budget and in a timely professional manner.
Description of the location and studio
MARS (Music Art Recording Studio) Located in the sunny foothills on the Aptos coastline. Eight miles south of Santa Cruz California on the beautiful Monterey Bay, four miles away from sandy beaches, conveniently right off highway one. Easily accessible routes to variety of 4 star overnight accommodations and eateries, to facilitate a quick commute back for a second days work (in case you are from out of town).
MARS is situated on a hilltop with a two mile valley view outlook surrounded by rolling hills and oak and pine forest.
What to expect
MARS is an industry standard recording studio with both vintage and modern technology. You can expect to find a comfortable and peaceful environment conducive to songwriting and recording. A lounge area with a kitchen, T.V. and fireplace located within the studio, as well as refreshing outdoor patio with valley view for breaks and relaxation. Santa Cruz county and nearby locations are known for having the freshest air in California provides fresh and inspirational creative thinking. We take special accommodation upon request. Friendly inviting atmosphere. Professional studio with comfortable home environment
Clientele
Local and professional musicians
Record labels
Internet Industries
Public and private institutions
Advertising agencies
MARS Studios (Music Art Recording Studios) Welcome to Mars (Music Art Recording Studios) FB! Mars has been in the recording business since 1975.
