01
203-826-8911SCROLL TO DISCOVER
THE STANDARD
Where ideas become
records.
Three distinct rooms. Industry-standard equipment. Engineers who understand the sound you’re chasing.
OUR SPACES
Choose your terminal.
Built for every stage of the creative process—from intimate vocal sessions to full production.
PHOTO STUDIO
Make the frame
yours.
A private room for portraits, content, and video shoots. Bring your team, choose your backdrop, and use the studio lights included with the space.
$35 / HOUR10 PERSON CAPACITY1 HR MINIMUM
BOOK THE PHOTO STUDIO 
PRIVATE PHOTO ROOM10 GUESTS · 24/7 BOOKABLE
THE TOOLKIT
Serious gear.
Zero compromises.
From Neve preamps to Telefunken microphones, every signal chain is built to capture your best performance.
MICROPHONES
AKG C414 XLII
TELEFUNKEN TF39
SHURE SM7B
STERLING ST6050
OUTBOARD
NEVE 1073 PREAMP
API 512C PREAMP
UA APOLLO X8P
HERITAGE BRITSTRIP
SOFTWARE
PRO TOOLS
WAVES + FABFILTER
AUTOTUNE + MELODYNE
SOUNDTOYS + IZOTOPE
READY WHEN YOU ARE
Book your
session.
Choose your room, date, and time online. Book online at least one day ahead. For same-day availability, call the studio.
BOOK ONLINE 2 HOUR MINIMUM RECORDING · 1 HOUR PHOTO ROOM · 50% NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT1ST CLASS STUDIOS
Our Story & Mission
Founded in 2021 and owned and operated by Chris Burke and Mike Mendez, 1st Class Studios is a recording, photography, and creative space in Stamford, Connecticut.
Our mission is to give artists and creators a 1st-class experience that feels like home with professional sound, personal service, and room to bring their vision to life. From the first session to the next milestone, we’re here to help build lasting creative relationships and a stronger creative community.