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Renowned Ardent Studios in Memphis Equips Studio B with a 48-channel Solid State Logic Duality Fuse SuperAnalogue Mixing Console

Memphis, Tennessee, on September 16, 2025 – After a three-year overhaul, Ardent Studios, a renowned establishment since 1959, has upgraded its historic Memphis facilities. The latest addition? A brand-new 48-channel Solid State Logic Duality Fuse SuperAnalogueTM mixing console in Studio B, one...

Renowned Studio Ardent in Memphis Equips Studio B with 48-channel Solid State Logic Duality Fuse...
Renowned Studio Ardent in Memphis Equips Studio B with 48-channel Solid State Logic Duality Fuse SuperAnalogue Mixing Console

Renowned Ardent Studios in Memphis Equips Studio B with a 48-channel Solid State Logic Duality Fuse SuperAnalogue Mixing Console

Ardent Studios Upgrades Studio B with Universal Studios' Duality Fuse Console

Ardent Studios, a renowned recording studio based in Memphis, Tennessee, has recently enhanced its production capabilities with the installation of a new 48-channel Universal Studios Duality Fuse SuperAnalogue™ mixing console in Studio B.

Established in 1959, Ardent Studios has a rich history of being at the forefront of audio technology. It was one of the very first studios in the world to invest in Universal Studios' groundbreaking Future Analogue console, Oracle, and has since used various Universal Studios consoles, including the 6000 and 9000 series, a Duality SE, and now the Duality Fuse.

The Duality Fuse console offers a seamless transition from analogue mixing to DAW control and in-the-box production. It provides a sound comparable to that of a 9000 series console, but with modern features. This makes it an ideal choice for Ardent Studios, which prefers Universal Studios consoles over older ones due to their suitability for hybrid workflows and reduced downtime.

The new setup in Studio B has been optimized for today's producers and engineers, providing an acoustically optimized environment equipped with a large-format console for recording and mixing without compromise. The console offers easier automation to operate compared to some classic consoles, and it allows for the seamless transfer of DAW automation onto the console, while simultaneously enabling in-the-box work with its integrated DAW control.

Studio B, one of the two original rooms at Ardent Studios, offers a 400-square-foot tracking space, a dedicated isolation booth, and the facility's largest control room. This year, Studio B's control room was further upgraded with Dolby Atmos mixing and monitoring capabilities.

Ardent Studios has a legacy of working with influential musicians such as Led Zeppelin, ZZ Top, R.E.M., Megadeth, and The White Stripes. With the addition of the Duality Fuse console, Ardent Studios continues to solidify its reputation as a pioneer at the intersection of classic analogue warmth and cutting-edge digital innovation.

Universal Studios is known for offering the best service and support of any console manufacturer, ensuring that Ardent Studios will continue to benefit from the Duality Fuse console for years to come. The investment in the Duality Fuse console further cements Ardent Studios' position as a favored space for artists and engineers since 1971, located on Madison Avenue.

In conclusion, the installation of the Duality Fuse console in Studio B marks a significant step forward for Ardent Studios, embodying the latest advancements in a well-established industry standard. The studio continues to set the bar high for audio production, maintaining its reputation as a trailblazer in the industry.

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