Abbey Road Studios

The remastered editions of Japan’s 4th and 5th studio albums, Gentlemen Take Polariods and Tin Drum, are out today. Mastered by Abbey Road engineer Miles Showell and cut at half speed, featuring the singles “The Art Of Parties” and “Ghosts”.

The new issue of MOJO features Abbey Road titans Paul McCartney and Nile Rodgers talking about their careers and forthcoming albums – both of which were part recorded here at Abbey Road. Egypt Station from Paul McCartney is out on 7 Sept and It’s About Time from Nile Rodgers & CHIC is released on 28 Sept. Read more: https://AbbeyRoad.lnk.to/Mojomag

The relationship between sound and human emotion (predominantly fear) is incredibly important in the horror film industry. As part of that, 3D immersive audio is being used and experimented with more and more. This Friday, FrightFest will host an exclusive screening of Final Stop at the Prince Charles Cinema - a 3D audio thriller presented in immersive binaural sound produced by Sennheiser. Mirek Stiles, Head of Audio Products at Abbey Road will be on a panel following the screening discussing the power of 3D sound within the horror film genre. Find out more: https://AbbeyRoad.lnk.to/FinalStop

The new Bowers & Wilkins 800 D3 loudspeakers have arrived in Studio One. Simon Campbell, Head of Technical Services, tells us how to unbox and set up with the utmost precision. Read more: Abbeyroad.com/news

Thanks to Time Out London & Transport for London for featuring us on the Bakerloo line's cultural map. Come and visit us by Maida Vale station, and watch yourself on the iconic Abbey Road zebra crossing with our live stream: https://www.abbeyroad.com/crossing

Two years ago today, Frank Ocean released his third studio album, Blond - part-recorded in Studio Three and the Penthouse assisted by Abbey Road assistant engineer Matt Mysko. Matt discussed working with Frank in NME as a “Journey to find another world. The path he chose was anything but linear and we travelled down routes to the furthest extremities imaginable. No rules applied and dimensions were explored that ended up bearing no relation to eventuality. Somehow, at the end of it all, it feels to be like the planet he found is much like our own, it feels familiar and is full of beauty but contains wonders never seen or experienced by anyone before.”
Image credit: Michael Mayren

“The best room simulator for rock and pop I have ever heard. Fast to adjust. Tape delay and EQ can be used independently – or combined with a chamber – three plug ins in one.” Nigel Jopson, Resolution Magazine reviews our latest collaboration with Waves – Abbey Road Chambers. The plug in that gives a true-to-life capture of Abbey Road’s legendary Studio Two. Read more- https://bit.ly/2Mq7Hke

This day in 1969 was the last time all four Beatles were at Abbey Road Studios altogether. They were finishing recording John Lennon’s “I Want You (She’s So Heavy)” and then sequencing a version of the “Abbey Road” album’s running order. This is one our favourite photographs of The Beatles leaving the studio, taken in 1963 by John Dove.

The new Depeche Mode 12” box set series for ‘Speak & Spell’ and ‘A Broken Frame’ are released on 31st August. Mastered at Abbey Road by Geoff Pesche.

Tirzah's debut album Devotion is a compelling vision of what imperfect pop music can be — joyful in both sound and feeling precisely because both seem so out-of-step and asymmetrical" Kevin Lozano, Pitchfork
The album's eleven "straight-up love songs" have featured as one of BBC Radio 6 Music's albums of the day, mastered by Abbey Road engineer Christian Wright, produced by Mica Levi and mixed by Kwes.

Teenage Fanclub's classic Creation Records are back! “Bandwagonesque”, “Thirteen”, “Grand Prix”, “Songs From Northern Britain” and “Howdy” all remastered By Abbey Road Engineer Alex Wharton and pressed on 180g vinyl.

Nile Rodgers and Giorgio spotted in our very own iconic Abbey Road lab coats! They were worn by our engineers until the mid '80s.

"Emma came to the recording at Abbey Road the day after it was announced she was being made a Dame, so of course the champagne corks should have been popping — but there was work to be done." Sir Bryn Terfel
Oscar winning Dame Emma Thompson and Sir Bryn Terfel have reunited to record a duet of Do You Love Me? from “Fiddler On The Roof” for his new album “Dreams And Songs”. Find out more- http://bit.ly/2P553Ox

“Recording at Abbey Road is always a magical moment. The feeling never gets old. An amazing studio to record in and with an amazing team. They made the mission actually possible.” Lorne Balfe
12 French horns, 12 trombones, 4 trumpets, 2 tubas and 2 saxes. Amazing image showing brass in action, taken by composer Lorne Balfe in Studio One while recording for Mission Impossible: Fallout. Take a listen to the Original Soundtrack on Spotify- https://spoti.fi/2Mq5Xqb

Our thoughts and prayers are with musical pioneer and undeniable Queen of Soul, #ArethaFranklin. Last year, Aretha released ‘A Brand New Me’, which paired some of her most iconic songs with orchestral arrangements performed by The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, recorded at Abbey Road. Listen to the masterpiece from one of the greatest artists of a generation: https://spoti.fi/2nEwxxO

In preparation for taking over the Royal Albert Hall early next year, TOTEM - Cirque du Soleil paid an unexpected visit to the Abbey Road crossing to recreate the iconic Evolution of Man photo. Make sure you catch the spectacle from January 12 next year: https://cirk.me/TOTEMLondon

“The Neumann TLM170i is another one of our many wonderful and reliable microphones from Neumann which we acquired in 1983. Being the first ‘transformer less’ microphone from Neumann, it has improved frequency range, extra quiet circuitry and is very popular.” - Lester Smith, the custodian of Abbey Road's world-famous microphone collection that includes the largest selection of Neumann microphones in the world.

“One of grime’s brightest young hopes, one of a clutch of artists in his early 20s releasing key grime projects this year, and yet – simultaneously – a real maverick” The Guardian
It’s been an exciting few months for Novelist. We recently sat down with him and his brother, Prem, to find out what he’s been up to and talk all about grime in the industry. Watch the full interview here- https://AbbeyRoad.lnk.to/Novelist

Any journey to a festival needs to be sound tracked, so we’ve compiled a playlist of artists who are performing at festivals throughout Summer 2018. Each artist has a special connection with Abbey Road, having either recorded, performed or mastered here. The collection includes our Chief Creative Advisor Nile Rodgers, Liam Gallagher, Florence + The Machine and Ezra Collective to name a few.
Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2B3OIXu Discover our Festival Survival Kit: abbeyroad.com/news

what an amazing place. Had a wonderful experience there in November recording 3 songs with my fellow rock choir members from Abergavenny in South Wales. The acoustics were outstanding, to think of all the wonderful artists that have used these amazing studios, a wonderful memory to treasure.

What an experience. I am humbled and proud to have had the privilege to sing at this iconic venue #rockchoir

Went yesterday for a look around the iconic Abbey Road Studios and to hear a presentation on the history of this famous building in what is the Holy Grail for Beatles' fans: Studio 2. The presentation of 'The Studios that became a Legend' by Brian Kehew & Kevin Ryan was in turns interesting, informative and funny. Both Brian and Kevin were personable, good communicators and quite obviously experts in their field and it felt a great privilege to be in the place that facilitated music that changed the world so a big thank you to all who allowed this to happen. The logistics weren't perfect (e.g. why was Studio 2 so dark for so long? Also, the amount of chairs made it difficult to move around and detracted from the visuals of this special place), few things rarely are, but the staff were courteous and helpful and I'll look back on the day with a mixture of both pride and wonder. Well done all. P.s. the guy next to me got to play one note on a piano and he confessed he felt like crying. That is the power of this place (and the Fab Four) for so many.

Very nice facilities with a friendly but professional environment.

This place is amazing

Although I wasn’t a “client “ just a guest of my brother in law

We were treated with great respect and friendliness and allowed to wander freely as long as you respect the rules

The cafe was fab with a really nice atmosphere and polite attentive staff !! Prices were very civil too�

All in all an experience I shall never forget

The first time I visited Abbey Road Studios with Rock Choir I was so excited and overwhelmed by what had been recorded there . I was a Beatles fan , they were my youth . Yesterday I was there again with Rock Choir and I think I enjoyed the visit even more if that’s possible. The whole experience was wonderful and you now have a shop which I spent loads in , it was just a table last time with mugs and t-shirts . If I get the chance I would sing again at Abbey Road Studios. ��

The Christmas Bunch Recording Company are proud to have had Abbey Road master their first release, Cold Handed Man, from their upcoming album! We've just completed a music video for it and you can check it out on their youtube page.

Thank You so much to the crew for yesterday. I attended with Merseyside Rock Choir pm session, and had THE most fabulous time. You all helped make a magical experience even more so. We all had the best time ever, which we will never forget. Thank You. You’re all Amazing!! ��� xxx

So much more pleasant to shop than the other so-called The Beatles Store nearby. Top notch quality stuff here 👍👍

My daughter will flip when she finds out the stuff we bought for her

It was everything and more!!! Needed to be there and feel the history and music all over again!!!!

I was there to visit the Abbey Road Institue regarding the Advanced Diploma in Music Production and Sound Engineering. The staff were very polite and helpful, and the Studio itself was very inspiring. I had a great time!

I had a truly amazing and magical experience with the Rock Choir

I absolutely love visiting the crossing and standing outside the studios. Just knowing the history of the building, and that so much of my favourite music ever was created inside, it's magic.

An unique studio with an amazing history. A place of magic atmosphere.

An amazing experience recording at Abbey Road Studios with the Rock Choir. All the production team and staff very friendly and enthusiastic. Would certainly recommend and well worth a visit.

Amazing experience loved recording here with the Merseyside Rock Choir (pm group) it was something I shall remember to ever, thank you �

All the technology that the studio 2 has definitely changed my life in all areas , walk in abbey road isn't just walk , is make history ! #radiodobach

Excellent atmosphere and interesting lecture!Although we had bottled water taken off us there was no provision inside the building for refreshments.4 hours is a long time inside a studio on a hot summers day!And my girlfriend wasn’t allowed back down the control room stairs (by quite a patronising staff member)even though other people could.So that’s why it’s 4 out of 5 stars.p.s.other members of staff were very helpful but for the money I paid (£215)I expected a bit more.