Ericka’s House is a private recording studio and community performance space in Chicago’s Albany Park. Built for artists who want to make things and play them loud, it’s a space rooted in Chicago’s DIY community.
Dynamic Microphones
AKG D12 VR
Beyerdynamic M201
ElevtroVoice RE-20
Sennheiser MD 421 (x2)
Shure Beta 52a
Shure SM57 (x3)
Shure SM58
Shure SM7b
Telefunken M80
Ribbon Microphones
AEA R88a mkII
AEA Nuvo N8 (x2)
Beyerdynamic M160
Royer R-121
Condenser Microphones
AKG C414 xls (x2)
Audio-Technica AT4033a
Neumann U89
Oktava MK012 (x2)
Shure Beta 91a
Soyuz 013 FET (x2)
DI
Rupert Neve Designs RNDI
Radial SGI RX/TX
Radial JCR Reamp
Interface
Motu 16a w/ ESS Sabre32 Ultra Converters
Preamps
Rupert Neve Designs Portico 5012
AEA RPQ2
Universal Audio 4-710d
Focusrite ISA 428
Black Lion Auteur Quad
Dynamic Processing
Audioscape AS-2A Optical Compressor
Wes Audio ß76 (x2)
Monitoring
Genelec SAM 8330a & 7350a Sub
Yamaha NS10 Monitors
Rane HC6 Headphone amp
Art SLA 2 Power Amp
Synthesizers
Moog Sub 37
Korg Arp Odyssey FS
Drums + Cymbals
Kirch Drum Co. Custom
(maple shells with wood hoops // 18×18″, 10×7.5″, 14×11.5″)
Ludwig Supraphonic LM402 Snare
Ludwig Acrolite LM404 Snare
Kirsch Drum Co. Maple 13×5″ Snare
Zildjian K 20″ Ride
Zildjian K 14″ Hi Hats
Zildjian K 18″ Dark Crash Thin
Zildjian K 16″ Dark Crash Thin
Paiste 18″ Dimension Power China
Amplifiers
Vox AC15 Hardwired R1X
Ampeg B15n
Fender 65 Deluxe Reverb
Roland Jazz Chorus JC40
Victoria 518
ZT Lunchbox Junior
Guitar Pedals
Fuzzhugger Algal Bloom v1
Big Muff Op Amp
Small Sound Big Sound F*ck OD
Black Mass 1312 V3
Digitech Polara
Diamond Optical Comp & EQ
Proco Turbo Rat
Boss CE-2 Waza Craft
Boss RV-3 Digital Reverb/Delay
Line 6 Echo Park
Dunlop Stereo Tremolo/Pan
Korg Pitchblack Chromatic Tuner ( most important piece of gear you can own)
Plugins and Digital Stuff
Pro Tools
Logic Pro
UAD Native Suite
Soundtoys 5
Izotope RX 11
Izotop Ozone 11
Kclip 3
Melodyne Editor
Soothe 3
Services
Tracking: $40/hr · $200 half day · $350 full day
Mixing: starting at $125/song
Mastering: starting at $50/song
Production, Multi Day Rates, and Package Deals: Let’s Talk
let’s make something
FAQ
Ericka’s House is a Chicago recording studio that works with bands, solo artists, singer-songwriters, classical musicians, podcasters, voiceover talent, and other creative projects. Whether you’re recording a full album, tracking a single, capturing live performances, or producing a podcast, we’ll find an approach that fits your goals.
To book recording, mixing, or mastering services, send an email to dani@danimakesnoise.com. Tell me a little about your project, your timeline, and what you’re hoping to accomplish. I’ll get back to you within a couple of business days to discuss availability and next steps.
A full day at Ericka’s House is usually from around 9am to 6pm. Recording sessions are typically booked in half-day or full-day blocks, though hourly sessions may be available depending on the project. Whether you’re recording a full band, a singer-songwriter project, or voiceover work, we’ll determine the right amount of studio time together.
Payments are processed securely through Stripe. Recording sessions require a 50% deposit to reserve your date, with the remaining balance due on the day of the session. Mixing and mastering projects are paid in full when your order is placed.
Most mixing and mastering projects are completed within about one week. Turnaround time depends on project complexity and current scheduling, but you’ll always receive an estimated delivery date before work begins.
Just send me an email or give me a call. Happy to answer any questions!
Ericka’s House is a community space and occasionally hosts performances. Follow along on social media to stay in the loop on what’s coming up.
The studio is officially called Ericka’s House — E-R-I-C-K-A. People sometimes search for Erica’s House, Erika’s House, or other variations, but they’re all looking for the same Chicago recording studio.
We’re somewhere in Albany Park. Don’t worry, we have plenty of street parking!
Come in with your parts rehearsed and your gear in good working order. The more prepared you are, the more time we spend actually making something great. If you have questions about how to prep, email me before your session — I’m happy to help.