Pelonis Sound and Acoustics is a full service company dedicated to
excellence in the field of studio design and consultation, acoustic analysis
and measurement, construction and installation solutions for multimedia
production facilities, performance venues, places of worship and theaters.
The company's philosophy is based on the fundamental concept that
architectural design, acoustic engineering, ergonomics, construction, equipment
and aesthetics must be strategically balanced to provide a thriving, harmonious
and creative working environment.
*** Establishing balance in space is of paramount importance, as
it parallels the importance of having balance in all aspects of one's
life. Determining a client's needs
beyond what they feel they want, and achieving goals and then taking them
further are core components of the company's philosophy. ***
Balance is the key to optimizing artistic, spiritual and physical
energies. When combined with the
laws of physics, facilities designed by Pelonis Sound and Acoustics are
consistently among the most musical and transparent facilities in the world.
TEAM
The Pelonis Sound and Acoustics team, headed by Chris Pelonis, is
amongst the most technologically advanced and creative in the
areas of architecture, engineering, wiring and construction technology,
interior design, and equipment specification and installation.
Chris Pelonis (Principal): is highly respected throughout the
industry
and regarded as one of the foremost authorities in the area of
acoustic design and ergonomics. He is a veteran of the music/audio industry,
with more than 25 years experience in a variety of capacities, not only as an
acoustical designer, consultant and manufacturer, but also as a professional
musician / recording artist, engineer / producer, studio owner and record label
executive.
In 1986 Pelonis introduced his first acoustical invention The Edge
- a patented low frequency sound absorber which is considered to be the most
effective device of its kind, with 95 -100% absorption from 400hz and below.
The Edge received much critical acclaim by his peers during the Audio
Engineering Society trade show that year.
He has since created numerous additional innovative devices all for the
purpose of furthering excellence in the sensory experience.
He is also involved in beta-testing prototype professional audio
equipment, as well as the development of new products for such leading
manufacturers as Tannoy's studio reference monitors, TC Electronics' digital
processing devices, Bruel & Kjaer microphones, Manley Labs tube equipment
and Oram Sonics' recording consoles.
A SOUND PHILOSOPHY
Step 1. Assessment:
In the initial meeting the focus is directed at the client's
specific
needs, desires and goals. The facility requirements and project
budget are clearly defined to create a strategy which will efficiently and
effectively achieve the goals.
Information taken from the initial meeting is then skillfully
analyzed and a proposal created, providing design and estimated construction
costs.
The entire design, construction, equipment and wiring team is
brought together to define a precise time schedule and budget. The emphasis is always placed on the
performance of the facility to achieve the highest possible standards within
the budget.
Step 2. Concept:
Conceptual plans are presented three-dimensionally and modified
until the client has complete confidence in all aspects of the proposed
facility.
Step 3. Architectural
Design Rendering:
At this stage the design team begins the process of creating
documentation for the purpose of acquiring building permits and
providing the construction team with the necessary details.
Equipment lists and wiring documentation are closely coordinated
between the technical and construction team.
Step 4. Construction:
Once all documentation is completed and permits acquired,
construction begins.
Chris Pelonis is personally involved in all aspects of the above
steps
and the team is well known throughout the industry for staying on
budget even in the most challenging situations.
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Skywalker Sound -- Chris Boyes' new room at Skywalker Ranch
designed specifically for sound
design for the blockbuster film, Titanic, for which he received an Oscar for
Best Sound Effects at the recent Academy Awards.
Future Disk -- Considered by many to be one of the top mastering
facilities in the world, mastering such artists as Madonna, Tom
Petty, Hootie and the Blowfish and Pearl Jam, to name just a few.
Jeff Bridges -- Actor/songwriter. Chris designed and built a screening room/ recording studio
in the actor's home. Also
facilitated equipment design.
David Kirshenbaum -- Award winning record and sound track producer,
including the soundtrack to "Robin Hood" and artists such as Tracy
Chapman, Joe Jackson, Kenny Loggins.
Pelonis designed and consulted on both equipment and acoustics.
Glen Phillips -- Singer/songwriter for Toad the Wet Sprocket. Personal studio built from ground up.
Disney -- Disney Character Voices -- Voice-over facility in
Burbank.
Also designed 3 post production suites for Disney, Burbank and a
mixing room for Disney, Orlando.
Scream Studios -- Randy Alpert -- Chris
re-designed control room.
Over the years, clients include-Hootie and the BlowFish, Jewel, Tracey
Chapman, Nirvana. This, year 2001, Ozzy Osbourne, U2, Alanis Morissette,
Backstreet Boys, Jennifer Lopez, and Paul McCartney
have kept Scream Busy.
This is one of the most sought-after rock mixing
3rd Eye Blind--Platinum record group from the San Fransisco--Private recording studio
La Casa Studios -- Used for production for label - Surco Records
(affiliate of Universal).
Molotov album produced by Surco was
nominated for a Grammy this year . They're also up for Grammy for
producing Cafe Tacuba (on Warner Bros). The tracking room in this
facility, in particular, is very impressive and is receiving rave
reviews all over LA.
Jack White Productions -- Production studio for producer, Jack
White and wife Katey Segal. Also
built for developing Katey's music for new TV sitcom on CBS and for her new
album.
John Bryan -- A major producer/studio musician who has worked with
the Wall Flowers, Fiona Apple, as well as many other great talents. Ethan Johns (father is Glin Johns who
is a legendary engineer who worked with many super stars such as Led Zepplin,
Rolling Stones, The Beatles, among others) is producing a new album together
with John Brian in a new studio that Chris designed in a basement with only 7'
ceilings. Chris is well known for
being able to combat and acoustically overcome small, confined spaces.
Another Large Production -- post production facility in LA. Full
service entertainment marketing firm for trailers and television
promotion on-air and print.
Current projects: Martha Stewart Living,
Sinbad's late night talk show "Vibe" produced by Quincy
Jones.
Interlock Studios -- Post Production facility completed in 97.
Designed dubbing stage and foley room. Developed and designed waveless water pit (an original
Pelonis' design) so that it sounds like a larger body of water by eliminating
returning water from perimeter.
Steve Wood -- Studio for the producer/artist. Steve has produced many IMAX
soundtracks. Also founded group Honk (huge surf band in 70's). Steve was musical director and keyboard
player for 20 years for Kenny Loggins.
Brad Fiedel -- Film composer for such movies as Terminator I and
Terminator II. Designed personal recording facility.
Vivendi Unerversal Interactive Publishing-- leading interactive educational
software developer. Designed
audio/video facility for interactive CD Rom production. Other facilities of this type designed
by Pelonis include
Visual Concepts, Interplay, and Digital
Rick Alen -- Drummer for Def Leppard. Designed private recording
room.
Christopher Cross -- Complete new personal studio converted from
guest
house in '97.
Audio Mechanics -- Mastering and restoration facility. Audio Mechanics was used for the famous
"911" tapes in the O.J. Simpson trial.
Big Bang Studios in northern California -- Beautifully situated on
ten acres in the redwoods of Humbolt Co. stands this unique recording facility.
DNA Mastering --
Designed two new room for mastering engineer, Dave Donnelly. Donnelly was head of Recording for
Geffen Records for nine years. He
is a recording and mastering engineer, as well as a producer. Current projects include Shawn Colvin,
Patty Austin, Aerosmith, Southhampton Titanic Soundtrack single, She Moves,
Cher, Chicago.
Geffen Records -- Designed mastering facility.
Kenny Loggins -- Consulting and acoustical redesign and
retrofitting of existing personal studio.
Ben Margules -- Producer/songwriter of Maria Carey fame. Pelonis
designed a control room in the Margules home and a stand alone
facility, which includes two tracking rooms and a control room to
be
used for his own productions.
Don Davis -- Film composer/arranger “Titanic” film
score , composer of film score for “The Matrix” Designed private
recording facility.
John Larson -- Popular jazz pianist. Recording facility in
Chicago.
Vineyard Music -- Christian music label -- 5000+ sq. foot
recording
facility in Orange County.
Bob Kingsley -- largest syndicated radio show for country music -
"American Country Countdown". Recently inducted into the Disc Jockey's Hall of Fame. Designed production facility in the
Dallas area.
Critical Listening Room for HDCD -- Pacific Microsonics in San
Francisco.
Another Large Production -- Designed a second post production suite.
The latest project is a new record label formed with friends and
partners Michael McDonald and Jeff Bridges. First releases were
successfully launched in October 1999.
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Endorsements and References:
"Chris Pelonis built my studio here at Skywalker Sound as
well as
outfitting it with new gear. This took place just at the outset of
Sound Design for Titanic for which I was honored with an Academy
Award. I consider what Chris Pelonis did for me a big part of the success I've
enjoyed since my room was built."
Christopher Boyes
Sound Designer/Re-recording Mixer
Credits include: Jurassic Park and Lost World (as well as the
upcoming JP3), Dinosaur, Titanic, Armageddon, Space Cowboy, The upcoming Pearl
Harbor and Lord of the Rings, to name a few.
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It is my pleasure to unconditionally recommend Pelonis Sound to
anyone for the design of professional audio facilities. Pelonis Sound has enabled my studio to
reap profits far beyond its cost.
Interacting with Chris was a true pleasure, and his extreme
professionalism was indispensable, from the initial project drawings and specifications,
through the construction process, and beyond the final set-up and
trouble-shooting of the finished studio.
Chris Pelonis is without peer in the acoustical design field.
Don Davis
Film Composer and Hacienda Studio owner
Film scores recorded and/or mixed at Hacienda Studio, designed by
Pelonis Sound:
The Matrix, Warner Brothers
House on Haunted Hill, Warner Brothers
Universal Soldier: The Return, Sony Entertainment
Race Against Time, TNT
Fear of Flying, Trimark Productions
Alaska Love, CBS
Hell Swarm, UPN
Freedom, Warner Brothers Television
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Chris has the ability to get to root of the problem or project and
cut
through the B. S! He
has "rescued" projects that other prominent
companies have attempted to take on. He runs an honest and direct
to
the point business and takes 1st rate care of his customers. I
have the highest regard for his abilities and integrity.
Steve Hall,
Future Disc Systems
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We've provided sound design and mixing for every television
network and all of the major cable networks. The work that Chris Pelonis does through his company is the
best blend of aesthetic appeal and comfort without sacrificing maximum acoustic
integrity. This made him our top
choice to build the main mix room at our Hollywood facility. Chris has achieved a wonderful balance
between the ergonomics and the acoustics, between the ambience and the
functionality, and, most importantly, the client-wow-factor with the budget we had
to work with.
Michael Perricone
CEO and Founder, Interlock Studios
Credits include the blockbuster "Jurassic Park", the
animated "American Tail 2: Fievel Goes West" and the Independent Spirit Best Picture
nominee "Sugar Town."
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"What a dream come true!" That is how I can best express my feeling after hearing a
mix from Bluestem Studios, on the radio.
Your judgement in design and other specs that you assisted with were
right on in each case. It is
refreshing to walk out of the control room trusting that what I heard was
indeed what I will hear when the product makes it to another environment.
Ken Halford
Producer/Chief Engineer
American Country Countdown with Bob Kingsley
Bluestem Studios, Inc.
KCCS Productions, Inc.
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I found Chris's design ergonomic, practical, inspiring, superior acoustically and very cost
efficient. He coordinated a team,
including Jarrett Hedborg, a world-renowned interior designer, and me, as well
as other audiovisual experts to come up with a very satisfying result. My studio was picked as one of the top
designed studios of the year by Mix Magazine. I cannot recommend him highly enough.
Jeff Bridges
Actor / Recording Artist
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Awards:
1996, 1997, 1998 & 1999 - Technical Excellence &
Creativity Award
nominee in the category of Outstanding Institutional Achievement.