Band Recording Studio in Tokyo, Shinagawa

Crunch Studio is an engineer-assisted band recording studio in Shinagawa, Tokyo.
We can handle your entire band production, from recording live drums, bass, guitars and vocals through editing, mixing and mastering.
From a single song to an EP or full album, we focus on preserving the energy and character of the band.

Not sure how many hours to book, want to record only the drums at the studio and track the rest at home, or need help from recording through mixing? We can help you plan the production as well as handle the session itself.

Full Band Recording

Drums, bass, guitars and vocals
Everything needed for your band recording
can be planned with us in one place

Experienced Engineer Included

Setup and sound shaping
Recording and take editing
handled by an experienced engineer

From Recording to Final Master

Pitch correction and editing after recording
Mixing and mastering available
Support through final delivery

Recording & Production Services

Live drums and
Band Recording

Drums with bass
or rhythm guitar
simultaneous recording

Vocal & harmony recording
Pitch & timing correction

Mixing
through mastering
full-service production

Rock, pop
metal and more
wide range of genres

Recommended For

Bands who want to
produce a serious
professional-quality release

First-time clients who
want guidance through
the recording process

Bands who want every part
recorded at high quality

Record drums and vocals
at the studio while
track the rest at home

A Tight, Clear Recording Environment

Our professionally designed sound isolation and acoustically controlled, dry recording booth make it possible to capture live drums with a tight and clear sound.

High-Quality Recording Gear & Dedicated Power

All equipment runs from a dedicated 200V single-phase power supply.
From microphones and outboard gear to monitoring, the studio is equipped for professional music production.

Well-Maintained Rental Drums

Rental drum kits, snares, cymbals and pedals are available and carefully maintained, so sessions can be arranged even if you are not bringing a full kit.

Experienced Engineer Included

An experienced engineer handles setup, gain staging, monitor adjustments and session flow. We can recommend a recording approach based on your genre, songs and production goals.

One Place for the Entire Production

Beyond recording, we can handle vocal pitch correction, drum timing edits, mixing and mastering, so you can keep the entire production in one place.

Key Equipment

• AKG, Audio-Technica, beyerdynamic, Neumann, Royer Labs, SENNHEISER, Shure
• AMEK, API, BAE Audio, Chandler Limited, Focusrite, Rupert Neve Designs, SSL, Vintech Audio
• UA 1176, LA-2A, Tube-Tech CL1B, Manley Variable Mu, Distressor EL8, dbx 165A

→ See our studio equipment page for the full list.

Genres We Work With

We record a wide range of bands, including rock, pop, metal, punk, blues, Latin and acoustic ensembles.
For loud rock and metal, we can aim for a tight and powerful sound; for pop and acoustic projects, we can focus on preserving vocal and instrumental nuance. The recording approach is tailored to the direction of each song.

Band Recording & Production Samples

• NO REGRETS / PUNISH
  Drum, bass and vocal recording; mixing and mastering

• EYE to EYE / SHOW-YA
  All parts recorded and mixed at Crunch Studio

• Desire / Mana Diagram
  Drum recording, reamping and mixing

• Make it Reach you / Mana Diagram
  Drum recording, reamping and mixing

When contacting us, please include as much of the following as you know:

• Preferred date and time
• Number of songs / expected session length
• Genre and lineup
• Rental drum kit / bringing your own kit
• What you need (recording only / through mixing and mastering)

How much time should I allow for a band recording session?

The time required varies depending on the number of songs, lineup, genre, difficulty, sound design and the amount of retaking. As a general guide, recording all parts for one song often takes around 10 hours, while four to five songs may take about two to three days.

Can drums, bass and rhythm guitar be recorded together?

Yes. Depending on the song and the band’s preferred workflow, we can record drums with bass or rhythm guitar together, or build the track in stages such as drums, bass, guitars and vocals.

Can you also handle pitch correction, mixing and mastering after recording?

Yes. Vocal pitch correction and editing, mixing and mastering can all be handled as part of the same project.

Can I book a band recording session for just one song?

Yes. We accept one-song band recording projects for singles, music videos, streaming releases and other uses.

Can I book only drum recording or only vocal recording?

Yes. If you only need drums or vocals rather than a full-band project, please see our dedicated Drum Recording and Vocal Recording pages.

Can I record drums and vocals at the studio, record the other parts at home, and then have you mix and master the song?

Yes. Many clients record drums and vocals at the studio while producing guitars, bass, keyboards and programmed parts at home. Once the remaining tracks are ready, send us the files and we can handle the mixing and mastering as well.

What should we prepare before the recording session?

Guide tracks, demos, lyrics, song structure notes and reference tracks can help the session run smoothly. Please prepare them if possible. The exact materials needed vary by project and recording method, so feel free to discuss this with us in advance.