studio set up with mixer boards, keyboards and computer monitors

Ohio State Mansfield Sound Studio

The Ohio State Mansfield Sound Studio is a professionally designed, sound‑insulated environment that enables high‑quality audio and video production. Outfitted with industry‑standard microphones, advanced audio‑capture and editing software, and integrated playback systems, the studio supports the creation of polished, professional‑grade recordings for music, spoken word, multimedia, and academic projects.

Location
Located within the Richland Bank Media Center in Conard Hall, the Ohio State Mansfield Sound Studio serves as a full‑featured production facility, integrating both audio recording and video creation capabilities into one cohesive, technology‑rich space.

Studio Amenities
The facility is equipped with a robust suite of tools designed to support both entry‑level users and advanced creators:

  • Architectural soundproofing for clean, isolated recording
  • Professional‑quality mixing board
  • A variety of microphones suited for instruments, vocals, podcasting, interviews, and more
  • Electric piano
  • Guitar
  • MIDI controller with DJ‑style performance pads
  • Studio monitors for accurate audio playback
  • An 8 ft x 6 ft green‑screen wall ideal for video projects, YouTube production, and film work

This blend of high‑end hardware and flexible production tools makes the studio a campus‑wide asset for creative expression, academic assignments, collaborative projects, and digital storytelling.

Production Software
Adobe Audition
GarageBand
iMovie
Premiere Pro
After Effects

a green screen in a studio setting

Hardware
The studio’s audio hardware is integrated through a macOS workstation offering a streamlined production workflow. A diverse collection of microphones is available for different instruments and recording environments, and users may directly connect instruments through built‑in input channels for clean, high‑fidelity capture.

a piano and guitar in a studio setting

Support and Accessibility
The studio is available by appointment to all Ohio State Mansfield students, staff, and faculty. Trained AV technicians are available to guide users through setup, recording, and editing, ensuring an accessible experience for all skill levels.