EPIC HOME STUDIO Setup 2022 | Butch Walker (studio tour)

[@butchwalker]

thanks for the hang out brother! and thanks for all the love here from my fellow techies and studio nerds. music is LIFE!

[@christopher-miles]

honestly, life is music! LOL

[@ncnoman]

you seem cool as hell sir. thanks for showin us some of your world.

[@dunebather]

Anyone know -- where is this studio?! Unclear from video . Still in California?

[@frasermoffatt1817]

Very sweet space, butch.

[@robertsimpson5801]

One of my favorite engineers of all time! Thanks for sharing your studio!

[@AndrewMasters]

WE HIT 100,000 SUBS! I love all of you.

[@CHORUSprod]

🤘🤘🤘

[@drewnorth3816]

Congrats Andrew! Great milestone you've acheived!

[@juanclaves]

Love the channel! RAD!

[@johnjaederlund3842]

Great! Congrats from Chile.

[@arianamastersofficial]

Congrats

[@lbhtyler]

Love this guy's energy! No pretension, just loves talking gear and making music. A+ content.

[@airforeffect]

Well, this is IT! This is the holy grail of studios for me. I've been a Butch fan forever and have only seen glimpses of his new(ish) space in Nashville. Andrew, you did a fantastic job as always with this one! You should start a new series with Butch, just talking about recording and producing. That would be amazing, he's a national treasure!

[@SonnyGreenwichJr]

I was on that KiSS tour in 1977, selling T-shirts, posters and glow-in-the-dark necklaces! small world! 🔥🧨💪🏽🤠👍🏽🧨🔥

[@joeldrzycimski1629]

24:45 i will now be adopting the phrase "cocaine disco toms" into my everyday lexicon.

[@ulfdanielsen6009]

This truly IS the most epic home studio! Nothing about it says home studio by the way,- just a beautiful and epic studio,- the amount of wood, the rustic converted barn look of the rooms, the open space in which to breathe,the hybrid setup including the old school analog console, even the loft would make a fantastic studio B - everything just reeks of a man living the dream. Lucky guy.

[@arianamastersofficial]

Thanks for commenting, Ulf!

[@g3cd]

These crazy guys who actually have a story to tell (like also that animation series writer in a golf cart a couple of weeks ago) are SO FUN TO WATCH, I enjoy these a lot more than some tech nerds in their crystal palaces. Please do more of them.

[@BeejayMorgan]

Wow... this is by far my favorite studio you've done so far. The space is amazing, and it's all about making music. Whatever works indeed! Thanks for this one. Super inspiring!

[@stevegreene3510]

I've just "re-discovered" Butch....was a big fan of Marvelous 3. He is such a down to earth guy...I LOVE watching stuff like this.

[@FoxTick]

I loved his work on August is Falling!

[@PrimalNote]

Some of his best stuff to date!

[@davidlinick8296]

API console a thing of beauty. I worked there mid-70's . They were at the top of the heap...Great to see them back with a vengeance.

[@ChrisMartinsMusician]

Butch is a legend. His place lives up to that standard... Wow... just freakin' WOW !

[@blindcoyote]

What an inspiring place to work at. So many stories attached to all that accumulated gear, there’s a big chunk of recent music history present there. The overall vibe that comes across is light and down-to-earth, and that is because Butch himself is easy going and down-to-earth, a guy you can dig instantly. Thanks for sharing, Andrew! Thanks for the tour, Butch! You built and developed a dream place based on your engineering know-how and work experience!

[@georgemickel6608]

Thirteen minutes in and I've said wow three times out loud. My dream studio. Thanks Andrew!

[@marvinbell7007]

I love how open the floor plan is. He is amazing...the way he talks about his approach to making music is great. API -- when I get the money that console will be mine. I use the plugins now (along with SSL and Neve) but I want that API sound. Thanks Andrew.

[@daniellef5286]

I’ve come back here to rewatch this multiple times the last week. It is such a vibe and hits just right.

[@Payterman]

"make America a band again" .. I felt that

[@anrina]

Crazy how I ended up here from watching a how-to video on a mobile interface by clicking the next recommended video and then the next, lol. Butch Walker is one of my heroes, he seems like a man with a great life story to tell, and still so humble and chill. I wish I could do what he does. I've been a fan of his music for 15+ years, I love this so much! I don't know anything about music production, and probably never will, but I'm going to bookmark this for future reference anyway lol

[@AndrewMasters]

I appreciate it, thanks for watching!

[@SmallGunBigHeart]

“Did you record that to tape?”😳 “Yes”

[@butchwalker]

😅

[@RobertBakerGuitar]

Love Butch's outlook on music!

[@StabSpearfishing]

Fender put out a video of butch recording a song from scratch about a year ago and I’ve been a fan ever since,dude is talented. Awesome studio

[@stephenchow5161]

butch is one of my favorite musician, listen back to his southgang days. he is a shredder! on the guitar

[@barbaradascalos4411]

Southgang...wow.. last I checked was nothing on youtube.

[@CHORUSprod]

farrrr out the vibe of this studio is bloody beautiful, such a creative space! 🎶

[@chrisgriffin572]

How wonderful ! We worked together on the Floyd's Funk Revival & Marvelous 3 records; a true pleasure !

[@butchwalker]

Chris! Love you!!!

[@tb80038]

Can't wait to watch this one, love me some Butch! Seen him live dozens of times growing up and living in Atlanta. He's incredible live

[@GlenPridgen]

Butch Walker is the man. Great dude, world-class talent, it doesn’t get much better.

[@RimShot_Studio]

This is soooo g'damn great. Butch Walker is just an American and music treasure and highly underrated in my opinion. Thanks for this!!

[@jeffagoddard]

The last 10 minutes of this video is so insightful. Ya gotta watch Butch talk about his songwriting, his influences, his work. Amazing talent 😄

[@refianb]

his character and studio is just yes

[@bestkeptsecret1350]

I was waiting for another tour !! Grabbing my coffee ☕

[@BeauStephensonVoiceActor]

Listening to Glenn right now and love it. What a fun concept album. The songs and production are so dialed in. And he REALLLLLLYYYYY channeled Billy Joel on those vocals. LOVE IT.

[@thejawshop-AdventureRecording]

I have to say the Glenn video is quite good. It captures the heart of the 70's in a non contrived way. Amazing drum sounds.

[@HenrySolly40]

That's my man out there. A rebel who has gained knowledge from experiences and doesn't give a damn about cash burning theories...

[@balisaani]

Awesome space, beautiful philosophy and great vibes - can't wait to listen to the new album - thanks to you both for this!

[@juanclaves]

Oh hi Mark. ahahahah! Bonus points for The Room ref.

[@egsystems913]

I laughed SO loud at "Did you record this to tape? Yeeeesssss (Finger)". Congrats on reaching 100k subs, you deserve it, every one of your vids is interesting and entertaining. Horrible to hear Butch lost everything in that fire - I can't imagine how I'd cope with that.

[@laneysommer]

CONGRATULATION ON 100,000 SUBSCRIBERS!!!! Great channel! Great videos (including this one!) You deserve it!

[@arianamastersofficial]

Thank you :)

[@mysterymidnightmurders]

@butchwalker is the man. He's literally a virtuoso guitarist, a damn good pianist, singer and songwriter. In short, he's a beast. He's been a hero of mine for a long time. Still a Marvelous 3 fan, even dig some Fla Fla Floyds too.

[@dimitargadzhev3800]

As always so much inspiration, thank you that you meeting us with so many great people and musicians. Be blessed!!!🙏✌

[@buraktulbentci1787]

Thank you for this episode, I am a fan of Butch Walker. His Stay Gold album is a classic!

[@GudlaugurMusic]

I'm so jealous. What a wonderful studio. I've put this video it in a playlist called "When I win the Lotto" 🙂I started playing guitar less than 2 years ago. Started writing and recording in my 9ft by 9ft box room in the garage at the beginning of this year. I'm in my 50's and wish I'd found this calling decades ago. My dream is to own a studio like this and collaborate with other musicians instead of sitting in this tiny room on my own. Great album btw, I love it. Thank you.

[@Sleemzz]

Butch has been super inspiring for me from the moment I found out about him. Congrats on 100K! Been here since 1K, amazing to see the channel growth.

[@ilijadrum3797]

CONGRATS ON 100K ANDREW!!!!!!!! YOU DESERVE MILLION LOVE YOUR CONNTENT KEEP GOING

[@JoeValenti1968]

How awesome is the “…as Glenn” record is?!? God what a gift… thank you!!!!

[@gabenealmusic]

So amazing! Butch is a legend. Congrats on 100k!

[@MarkJPerry]

I didn't know that places like this existed in our earthly realm - love the vibe and Butch's attitude - what a video!!!!

[@shanebradleyguitar475]

ah yes famous producer of August is Falling!

[@JOINTHEORG]

open floor plan of the studio is legit

[@jason.martin]

love the intro on his father antique hunting, that is what makes these places so real and with character

[@kirtandreamrezzer]

For the love of music. 👍 Great tour & talk, thank you very much! 🎤 ✨ 🌟 🧡 🌟 ✨ 🎧

[@jeromeblanchet685]

this is the most EPICIESTEVER studio i want that in my life and play in it forever!

[@agesonjohanesburg2915]

These are awesome videos. I now realize everyones set up, gear are the best and sound the best. No losers. If you are happy, good on you.

[@matias_leanza_montes]

Thanks Andrew! your videos are a source of motivation for me, regards from Argentina (Latin America)

[@kjc9trader491]

...What an awesome space... 7:52... Dating my self - but I bought the 1st Kiss Alive LP when It came out!... In fact Andrew... My 1st "Real" Drum set, around that time - was the exact same kit that Peter Criss is playing on the cover of that LP... Pearl Fiberglass, All concert toms (1 headed), Silver Satin... Same Kit - Same Color - Same amount and sizes of drums.... I was soooo cool in High School with that drum kit! (Traded them in for a custom Gretsch Kit around 1979, after hauling that kit around to many gigs... Then I was the coolest drummer at Berklee!!)...

[@richierivera]

One of my favorite artists on one of my favorite KZbin channels? Hell yes! 🤘

[@davidmaraisthecampfireguit2596]

Andrew, you create some of the most excellent, motivating and inspiring content on KZbin. Excellent work. I truly value your positive tone.

[@johnmirabile3535]

YA KNOW, I CAN TELL HES THE GUY YOU WANT TO RECORD WITH, COOL GUY, SAW ALOT OF THESE SHOWS WITH HIM RECENTLY...I DONT EVEN KNOW HIM, OR MUSIC TILL THE LAST COUPLE MONTHS..AND I CAUGHT MYSELF SITTING HERE, ROOTING FOR HIM...LIKE, GOOD FOR YOU BUTCH, BC YOU CAN TELL HE LOVES HIS LIFE AND CAREER, SO I SAY GOOD FOR HIM, KEEP ROCKIN BUTCH, ILL BE THERE RECORDING SOON, JUST THROWING IT OUT THERE, GOD BLESS!

[@yamahagrand]

I'm a huge BW fan. I appreciate very much that you did this tour with him. He's one of those geniuses that people might say they've not heard of him without realizing they've heard him a thousand times. He's the genius behind other artists success. In my opinion his best work is his own.

[@TheRange7]

I just discovered Butch very recently. Yeah, I know, I must live under a rock. What an absolutely cool guy. So real, down to earth and no BS. Not to mention a monster guitar player. Great studio tour, Andrew, i really enjoyed it. I love his setup. Thanks for sharing this Butch

[@chadcarrdrums]

What a super down to earth dude. Great tour and hang.

[@producerdanieldennis]

Amazing video and studio 💯 Love the plug and play setups!

[@aaronledbetter7429]

Butch is a straight up master. I have been a fan of his for many years (imo - one of the greatest song writers ever). Even though this is a high-end studio, it seems there's not much extra fat here. Not seeing the perfect proportion rooms, over-the-top treatments, miles of channel chains, art gala style furniture, etc. Not saying this is 'modest' gear - but he could have warranted much more. Refreshing to see (and inspiring to us mortals).

[@garyshainemusic]

This wins. It just don't get any cooler than this. Butch is a long time favorite of mine. I could only dream to work with him & record something in that studio! Good job, Andrew!

[@tbobbyelectric]

This made me cry.... No joke. Not because of my current poor health, again, GODDAMMIT.... But, Jesus Meezus, you guys.... A former Vintage King employee, working EVERYTHING Detroit, Mi. I am weeping tears over the beauty and disgust of Butch, as well as Andrew's successes, in the most loving, caring, and f%6k it ways.

[@Keithphotorama]

I am recently minted 61 year old and started to learn to play the guitar. This KZbin channel is awesome and inspirational, thank you. I am also surprised that Nashville is very big music industry, makes me want to visit.

[@bapflips]

This was probably my favorite one. Great work, Andrew and thanks Butch 🙏🏾

[@christopher-miles]

LOL! shovelling hits and not shit had me laughing too!

[@humansnotai4912]

Looks just like our spare studio, but smaller.

[@mtmusicgear]

I heard Butch produced the latest single from August Is Falling. G.O.A.T

[@brentnerosr4043]

Thanks Butch your energy is second to none .

[@kmjansen]

The coolest home studio I've ever seen!

[@wearashirt]

Listening to the Glenn now. I need to sit in that energy spot now.

[@jamesokeeffe3216]

Had a listen to some of the butch stuff on Spotify, his piano songs are beautiful , thank you so much for studio tour ☘️❤️🙏

[@gabrielpanganiban4704]

Open floor studio! Yeheey! Finally

[@josemelrose5465]

Of all the people to see that sticker. Amazing

[@ilikejameswalker]

This place is my absolute dream oh my god

[@beatfrombrain]

I'm seriously addicted to your channel. I'm supposed to be working on my bands record right now but I'm doing this instead haha. As a Lefty tho, it's discouraging to me that I've yet to see at least one lefty guitar or bass hanging on these studio walls, for clients to use. We're out here!

[@rileyridgwaymusic]

cool seeing the Georgia decor with the names of some famous GA music names up there! need something like that for my space

[@rabbithole323]

Never heard of Butch Walker til I watched the Epic Home Studio video while cruising The Tube for inspirational content and I must say THIS VIDEO prompted me to listen to the album! I feel like a kid again in the 1970's the first time I heard Earth Wind & Fire...an unexpected discovery. I'm a fan now! And while it should not matter, I'd like to mention that I'm a hip hop & R&B fan-but i'm all over Glen. Great work! That studio sounds amazing.

[@dougyahern]

Butch is my HERO. Really really enjoyed this. Andrew I love your vids man, keep it up!

[@TDenander]

Great video and an amazingly talented guy! I had the honor to play live with Butch and the Hollywood Vampires (Alice Cooper, Joe Perry and Johnny Depp)....just superb talent and sweet guy!

[@Lorneplumber]

I still remember you ruining the jimi gig for me

[@TDenander]

@@Lorneplumber can’t please every one I guess :)

[@Hamerguy68]

Saw this video as I was interested in what Tim Pierce used in his recording studio, this was the following clip and it kept me interested enough to watch it. Checked out Butch Walker's music after this and... I like it!

[@joshuamathermusic]

Literally been waiting and hoping for this one!!

[@RLAYY]

Honestly im not really familiar with his music . Maybe a few names that was mentioned that hes worked with thats about it. but just the fact that this guy used to lived in cali n lost his home and his entire collection of gear breaks my heart ..i remember that day when the news were showing the ruins of families homes…it looked like a warzone.. I wouldnt even know what to do in that situation! But im glad to see he bounced back .feels like im walking into his home . Super welcoming with open arms and good hospitality.. about that energy stuff.. i often dnt really hear ppl talk about it . But im a believer of that ..good energy definitely my gets inspiration flowing instantly .. solid dude .. hats 🎩 off to butch walker

[@curtisburns]

This is the dream.

[@KapaliLong]

This was truly a gift to songwriters to see his work flow too in here. Mahalo y’all

[@sejuyz]

Its great to see and hear these guys talk gear but its even better when they tell personal stories related to their art. What a killer studio though...good lord!

[@Cygnus-X1]

What an incredible deep-dive and insight into an absolutely amazing studio environment - thanks so much for sharing guys, it really means a lot! Everything from how Butch is set up to openly capture anything at any given time down to the type of overheads and CHAIRS used is just invaluable to people who are attempting to build out their own home recording environment. Very cool.

[@energon_productions205]

So fun to watch, Butch is one of those guys that have so many cool stories to tell, so freaking inspiring!!!

[@Joey.Darkwoods-Studio]

This place is awesome. I LOVE open vibe of this setup... Seems like the perfect environment.

[@schance1666]

I just moved to Nashville and am looking for a barn to put my studio - this is definitely the most Epic Studio for the likes of me! What a cool and humble dude who knows his gear and his vibe better than most other pros. Thanks for the vid you guys.

[@mikemerck5701]

That's a galaxy away from my Focusrite Scarlett Solo. Thanks Andrew and to Butch for taking the time. And Butch, like Brendan O'Brien, is a fellow Georgian. I'm about 90 minutes from the new studio. I saw Southgang at the Cotton Club back in the day not knowing Butch Walker would become one of the best producers of all time.

[@austinbridge]

One of my favorite studios you've toured! 🤙🏻😍

[@rooster_cogburn1001]

Butch makes a great point: some amazing albums have been made in houses…James Taylor’s “Hourglass” is one example.

[@KevinWickerProductions]

GREAT interview! Love your studio dude. Like yourself I'm a vibe man, and have done some of my best work in the most unlikely of places: florida rooms, offices, Sunday school rooms, you name it. Vibe to me is everything because atmosphere contributes to mood -- which affects feel. To me that's most important. There's nothing worse than being inundated with craploads of gear in a dead environment. Sound needs to breathe. I run most everything through my 4 UA 1176's into an analog Studiomaster console onto DAW. (I am amazed at how fat the English Studiomaster sounds! Even without using any EQ!) I will mix my stems at a mothership studio to fine tune everything. But like yourself, I like to keep it simple so I can spend more time on the musical side of things. That's the real joy of it, to me. Thank you gentlemen for an insightful and learning experience.

[@michaels8607]

Great interview...It was great to hear that even though you had some losses, you forged ahead. It taught you and others, that life and things are only around while they are,not when we want them to be. I also loved the fact you said this digital/analog debate is a scam, fake, and just another separatist distraction. I remember people asking me which mic I used for making samples, since I spin records as well, and after guessing all these expensive Mics, I told them, it was one of the mics that came with my Sanyo boom box. I also recall seeing people get upset when I tell that their $5,,555,555 dollar room treatments are bogus, along with their $55,555 interconnect cables..

[@paulgriffingatorgrooves]

Wow! Killer studio! So cool! Thanks for sharing! Butch's studio is so inspiring, as well, all his comments, history and background - can't wait to check out his recording and some of the others he mentioned!

[@Sooby007]

Beautiful. All vibe. Barn studios are the best.

[@StephenF.]

Small world, my guitar instructor and good friend was also Butch’s instructor, I think, back in the day. So cool to see his current studio!