OUR SERVICES
PRODUCTION
Production at The Panda Studios is about taste, precision, and creative vision. We help artists shape their sound from the ground up, guiding the full process from concept to final delivery. Our producers bring a mix of technical expertise, creative instincts, and deep industry experience to every project, ensuring that each song is not only well-crafted but also emotionally resonant and commercially viable.
With over 20 years of experience, we blend artistic instinct with modern production strategies to create records that stand out in today’s competitive music landscape. Whether you’re building a song from scratch or refining a finished arrangement, our production team ensures every decision supports your unique vision and sonic identity.
What we offer:
Creative direction and sonic identity development tailored to your genre and goals
Arrangement and structure guidance to improve dynamics and flow
Performance coaching to capture your best takes with confidence and clarity
Session coordination, including hiring top-tier session players and selecting the right gear
Full project oversight with milestone tracking and quality checkpoints to maintain excellence
From raw voice memos to chart-ready productions, we help artists create meaningful, powerful music with clarity and intention.
SONGWRITING
Great songs start with great writing. At The Panda Studios, we help artists transform ideas into fully realized songs that connect with listeners. Our songwriting support is rooted in empathy, structure, and sonic detail.
With over two decades of experience in songwriting and production, we combine classic sensibilities with modern edge to shape music that feels intentional, exciting, and emotionally impactful. Whether you need help building from a melodic idea or reworking a full arrangement, we’re here to make sure your message hits home.
Our songwriting services include:
Deep analysis of song structure, melodic flow, and lyrical intent
Creative rewriting and reworking of melodies, rhythms, and transitions
Enhancing hooks, harmonies, and lyrical phrasing for emotional depth
Incorporating modern production techniques to add movement and energy
We tailor each session to your style, voice, and goals. Our job is to help you unlock the version of your song that feels most like you. …only better.
RECORD ENGINEERING
At The Panda Studios, the recording process is treated as an artform. We approach each session with precision and purpose, pairing the right gear, space, and techniques to capture your performance at its fullest potential. From boutique microphones to custom modded amps, every choice is intentional and tuned to your sonic goals.
Live Drums: Track in either of our two acoustically distinct live rooms, using a curated collection of drum kits and snares for dialed-in tone.
Guitar & Bass: Access Sam Pura's personal arsenal of boutique amps, cabs, pedals, and instruments to achieve the perfect blend of warmth, grit, and clarity.
Vocals: Choose from a range of industry-standard and rare microphones and preamps, all paired with purpose-built recording environments for intimate or powerful vocal takes.
Synths & Keys: Record with vintage analog synths or modern MIDI-capable keyboards, each chosen for character and creative flexibility.
Percussion: Add movement and depth with hand percussion, shakers, tambourines, or unique percussive elements from our in-house collection.
Brass & Woodwinds: Our engineers are experienced in capturing horns with detail and warmth, whether solo or in section.
No matter what instrument or voice you're recording, we tailor every mic, preamp, and placement to the sound you want.
MIXING
Mixing at The Panda Studios is focused on emotion, depth, and translation. We blend analog warmth with digital precision to create immersive mixes that connect in headphones, clubs, cars, and on every streaming platform.
Custom mix strategies tailored to the artist's genre and vision
Balancing and EQ using a mix of analog gear and state-of-the-art plugins
Spatial and dynamic effects for stereo width, impact, and movement
Revisions and collaboration to dial in the feel until it’s exactly right
Our mixes are trusted by major labels, indie artists, and producers alike for their clarity, energy, and competitive edge.
MASTERING
The final step in the process, mastering ensures your song sounds incredible everywhere. We focus on sonic consistency, competitive loudness, and proper formatting for all platforms and formats.
Loudness and tonal balance tailored to streaming, vinyl, and broadcast standards
Sequencing and spacing for full-length projects
ISRC embedding, metadata tagging, and file prep for digital distribution
Vinyl-ready masters with dynamic headroom and optimized EQ curves
We offer attended and remote mastering sessions to accommodate artists from all over the world.
EDITING & REAMPING
Sam Pura is known for surgical editing and creatively-driven reamping, giving your tracks the polish and punch they deserve without compromising feel or authenticity.
Tight drum quantizing that enhances groove without sounding robotic
Subtle and transparent vocal tuning and time alignment for tight, radio-ready stacks
Sample layering from Sam's custom drum library for extra weight and tone
Reamping DI tracks through hand-picked analog gear chains to create rich, dynamic tones
This is where raw performances are refined into final masters, with precision and feel working hand in hand.
CREATIVE STUDIO USE
The Panda Studios isn’t just for music. Our creative spaces are designed to support a wide range of artistic projects, whether audio or visual.
Freelance engineering and dry hire studio rental
Band rehearsals and live session prep
Music video, portrait, and behind-the-scenes shoots
Sound design, scoring, and post-production for film and TV
ADR, voiceover, and dubbing services for motion picture and streaming
Full-service podcast production: recording, editing, and mixing
Our team is flexible, creative, and ready to support any vision you bring through the door.