Flex Studio
The Flex Studio is a unique high-tech recording space in the Brandeis Library for live tracking sessions. It has more floor space and more advanced equipment than the SIMS Sound Studio, allowing for flexible microphone setups to record larger groups, such as bands or ensembles.
A qualified audio engineer must be present at all sessions to supervise recording in the Flex Studio. Patrons can either complete the steps to become a certified SIMS Audio Engineer, or request a recording session engineered by SIMS staff. If you have any questions about this process, reach out to us at sims@brandeis.edu.
Audio Engineer Training
To become a certified SIMS audio engineer and gain independent access the Flex Studio, our most advanced recording space, you must complete these steps:
- Attend one of the Studio Recording workshops offered throughout the semester to gain recording experience and get oriented to the Flex Studio. Occasionally, participating in a recording session through a club or course may count for this step.
- Request an individual training session with one of our staff members to learn about leading recording sessions and using the advanced equipment in the studio. Choose "Flex Studio" from the available dropdown, and check the box to indicate you would like Audio Engineering training specifically.
Request SIMS Recording Support
If you would like to record a project in the Flex Studio without going through the formal audio engineering training process yourself, please request a SIMS Support Specialist to supervise your session at least one week in advance of your first recording..
Flex Studio Recording Equipment
The Flex Studio has some equipment already set up in the space, ready to use for any recording session. You can check out additional items to bring into the space, including various instruments and mics. For higher end equipment like specialized microphones, please consult with SIMS about your project in advance by contacting us at sims@brandeis.edu.
The sound equipment readily available in this room includes:
- Midas M32 Live Digital Mixing Console
- M3 Mac Studio
- AKG C214 Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphones
- Shure KSM141 Stereo Pair Small-Diaphragm Condenser Microphones
- Shure SM57 and SM58 Dynamic Mics
- M-Audio Hammer 88 Midi Keyboard
- Roland TD-1DMK V-Drums Electronic Drum Set
- Taylor 214ce-K Acoustic Guitar
- Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH Electric Guitar
- Sire Marcus Miller V-8 5 String Bass Guitar