The Saltmine Studio Oasis––A Musical Production Destination
Scottsdale LIVING WELL Magazine
Many people wonder what it must be like to own a true lifestyle business––that perfect venture matching your personality, your passions and your dreams. For Don Salter of the Saltmine Studio Oasis in Mesa that dream is a reality every day. If you ask Don what he does, his answer might surprise you, “I help regular people, local bands and even some of the world’s top artists produce, record and master their musical ideas.”
The Saltmine is a musical production destination for many celebrity clients but with five state-of-the-art studio environments there is something for everyone at every level. Some noteworthy acts who have recorded at the Saltmine include Justin Beiber, Lil Wayne, Ludacris, G-Unit, Jonas Brothers, DMX, Alicia Keys, Styx, Sheryl Crow, Bret Michaels and America’s Got Talent sensation Anna Graceman. The studio also has a daily influx of local and regional musicians and bands that take advantage of all the Saltmine has to offer.
The Saltmine is not just another recording studio. It is a musical experience beyond imagination. The 16,000-square-foot complex has five separate recording facilities that has everything from a 50-channel vintage Neve tracking room (Studio A) to a classic SSL 6064 E/G+ (Studio B). The Saltmine is a private, walled and gated musical hide-a-way that can also serve as a live outdoor music venue which can entertain up to 500 guests for special events enhanced by the serenity of three Mexican fountains.
Although the standards of the studio surpass even the highest expectations of multi-platinum artists, Don insists that all level musicians are welcome to the experience of a real recording session. “The beauty of recording music at the Saltmine is that is captures great moments in time for people in an amazing environment,” says Salter. “Some of the best days here are when young kids or older folks that play some instrument or jam with friends get a chance to record and produce their own songs or cover other artists.”
To experience the Saltmine, you don’t even need your own equipment. On their stylish website thesaltmine.com you can visit the section called “The Vault” for a list of available microphones, outboard gear, guitars and drums, effects pedals, keyboards and modules as well as guitar amplifiers. The opportunity to try out equipment and have real professional production support makes being creative a most memorable process for any level musician.
The Saltmine staff adds to the open nature of the studio. “We have built a reputation on supporting anyone that wants to record to feel comfortable and inspired in the process,” states Salter. “Parents and even grandparents use the studio as a way to support the musical interests of their kids and grandchildren. We have become one of the world’s “coolest” gift ideas,” concludes Salter. “Our doors are always open and we really offer an amazing outlet for anyone that wants to experience the recording process at its best.”
The Saltmine Studio Oasis
www.TheSaltMine.com
Office: 480-892-6585
Studio: 480-545-7850
48 S. Macdonald St.
Mesa, AZ 85210
