Tailored Sound Enhancement and Acoustic Mastery
Our primary focus is on enhancing sound quality to capture the full richness and clarity of every musical piece. We tailor our approach to align with the unique acoustics of each recording environment—whether in a grand concert hall, an intimate studio, or a historic church. By meticulously capturing the natural acoustics and the distinctive timbre of each instrument, we create recordings that are authentic, immersive, and preserve the full emotional and sonic depth of each performance.
With over 20 years of musical experience, we bring a finely tuned ear and deep understanding to every project. We treat each recording session as a collaborative journey with the music, carefully shaping the unique characteristics of each instrument during post-production. While technical accuracy is crucial, our primary goal is to enhance the inherent beauty of the performance. Our dual perspective as both performers and listeners ensures that every project is approached with a profound appreciation for the art, delivering recordings that resonate with authenticity and emotional depth.
Cinematic Visual Integration
Our approach to video production integrates a film-like quality that adds a distinct visual dimension to our work. This innovative technique enhances the auditory experience by providing a complementary visual narrative that captures the essence of each performance. Our film-like video production not only adds visual interest but also deepens the audience’s engagement with the music, making each recording a multi-sensory experience.
Global Collaboration and Artistic Excellence
​ Our commitment to artistic excellence is reflected in our collaborations with musicians from around the world, including Germany, Austria, the Netherlands, Belgium, France, Spain, Italy, South Korea, Japan, China, Canada, the United States, and beyond. These global partnerships have enriched our experience and broadened our artistic perspective, allowing us to approach each project with a fresh, diverse outlook. We strive to bridge the gap between technical precision and artistic expression, delivering recordings that capture the true spirit of each performance and stand the test of time.
Recording equipment
Microphone: Schoeps, Neumann, Samar Audio Design, Reso Labs, sE Rupert Neve collaboration
Interface/preamp: Metric Halo Uln-8 sets, Sonosax, D.A.V electronics
Headphone: Sennheiser, Hifiman, Beyerdynamic
Recording, Editing, Mixing, Mastering in Cohler Classical DAW
Video Equipment
Camera: Sony FX30, Sony A7c Mark II, Sony Zve10-Mark II, Sony A6400
Lenses: Sony, Sigma, Zeiss
All cameras are rigged by Smallrig cage system and shot on professional video-tripods. ARRI or other professional film lighting can be prepared according to the needs of each project.
Yunke Shang
Yunke Shang is a pianist, sound engineer, and classical music producer. His journey in the world of classical music is marked by both his artistic and technical prowess. With over 20 years of piano performance experience and a deep immersion in classical music recording, Yunke's career has been shaped by a profound curiosity and passion. This unique combination has allowed him to seamlessly blend performance with production, creating a harmonious fusion of artistry and technical expertise.
After years of classical recording, while pursuing his master’s degree in piano performance at the Koninklijk Conservatorium Den Haag, Yunke's mentor, Slava Poprugin, not only provided advanced training in piano but also opened doors to the world of professional CD production in his Steppenwolf Studio, where Yunke was able to apply his knowledge and gain practical experience in the intricacies of recording, mixing, and mastering classical music.
Yunke is also highly skilled in on-location production, having worked in prestigious venues such as the Netherlands Philharmonie Koepel Concert Hall, Amare Concert Hall in The Hague, NDR Konzerthaus | Großer Sendesaal, Das Rolf-Liebermann-Studio des NDR, Teldex Studio Berlin, Robert Schumann Hochschule Concert Hall in Düsseldorf and more. His profound understanding of classical music enriches his interpretations and provides him with a unique perspective in production, combining insights from both a performer’s and an engineer’s viewpoint to create work that resonates deeply with musicians and audiences alike.