Digital 'n Analog--the blueprint of sound
dnaonsite.com
Over the past 18 years, D’nA On-Site / Trumpet Vine Sound Recording has expanded its capability from that of a traditional studio to that which also meets the recording needs of concert venues. A 23 foot air conditioned trailer has been configured to include all the equipment required to provide studio quality recording. Should groups require standard recording services, D’nA has access to an acoustically designed space which can be set up for such
recording. Additionally, D’nA has another studio which houses a mastering suite as well as facilities for small group recording.
Photo by Henry Diltz
Our Work in Action
Projects
Coming Your Way
The excitement that comes with every new release – whether it's an album, EP, or single – is just as exhilarating as the first. We have helped record a number of popular songs and musical collections, and continue to work towards helping the music we love get the exposure we believe it deserves. As an example, dnaonsite has provided all the audio recording services to the popular concert series "Tales From The Tavern" since its inception 15 years ago. Check out talesfromthetavern.com for further details on upcoming concerts & available recordings/videos.

Tales From The Tavern
These are some of the current releases from "Tale From the Tavern"---danonite recorded, mixed & mastered them all. Learn more about them from the link below.
A History of Working with Amazing Talent
Meet Our Clients

Here are some of the artists we have had recorded with this concert series.

These artists had a specific idea in mind when we started working together. Through our modern and customized recording services, we managed to bring their sounds to life with great success.

More Past Artists
Cheryl Ladd, Cruise Control, Dos Pueblos High School Jazz Chior, El Montecito Presbyterian Church, Inner Light Gospel Chior, Issac Jenkins, JahBone, Knight Broadcasting, Pat Summerall Productions, Santa Barbara High School Jazz Band, Santa Ynez Valley Chorale, Shades Of Soul, St. Marks's In The Valley Episcopal Church, St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Cathedral, Sacks, Walt Disney Records
Learn More About the Studio
Robert Helman & Terry Albrecht founded dnaonsite.com in 1998 in order to help the central coast area artists achieve the success they so desire. dnaonsite.com makes sure our clients work in only the very best facilities with the very best equipment for all their production needs. Our array of high end gear will ensure that you sound your best, and will give you a recording experience with the highest quality outcome.
Recording with a Purpose
Why We Do What We Do
dnaonsite.com has always had one major goal: to provide musicians with the opportunity to record, produce, and share their unique and wonderful sounds with their fans. We’ve collaborated with some incredibly talented recording artists, and are always in search of up-and-coming musicians looking to make a name for themselves.

Recording
Create and capture your next sounds with experienced professionals and the latest recording technologies at dnaonsite.com. You’ll have your pick of equipment — everything from microphones to electronic mixing consoles. Contact us to set up a time for your Recording session today! The world of sound is at your fingertips.

Mixing
Looking to bring your creative ideas to life? Book your Mixing session at dnaonsite.com and work with our experienced team to realize your unique sound. Together we’ll collaborate throughout the mixing process to develop a sound that you will be proud of and which your fans will enjoy. Contact us to start Mixing session today.

Mastering
Want your prized mix taken to the next level? Reserve a Mastering session with us and get access to all of our state-of-the-art equipment and studio space. Contact us to find out more about our Mastering rates and availability.

Equipment
Top-of-the-Line Tech
Mobile Recording Studio—(housed in a 23 foot trailer)
Equipment (partial list):
Recorders—(2) Tascam X48 48 track digital recorders
Mixer-- -Yamaha DMS2000 digital mixer
AD/DA Converters-- -Apogee
Mike Pres—Drawmer, Great Rivers, Millennia, Sytec, TC Electronics
Mikes-- -AKG, Audio Technica, Beyerdynamic, Blue, Earthworks,
Electrovoice, Lawson, Neumann, Rode, Royer, Shure
Processing Gear-- -Dbx, Eventide, Lexicon, TC Electronics, TC
Halycon, Manley, Urei
Monitors-- -(2) JBL 4413 (modified) JBL LSR-12P sub
Mastering Studio
Equipment (partial list)
Analog rack-- -SPL Masterbay S, Manley Massive Passive EQ,
Manley Vari-Mu Compressor, Summit DLC200
Compressor, Manley ELOP Limiter
Digital rack-- -TC Electronics M-2000, M-3000, Finalizer, Waves L2
Ultra Maximizer, Weiss EQ1-MkII EQ.
Converters-- -Apogee
Recorders-- -- Alesis Masterlink, TC Electronics R-1000
DAW-- -27” iMac with Steinberg Wavelab 8.5 software
Monitors-- -(2) PMC 1B1S & Tannoy AMS-210 sub