"In the recording side of his studio, Vai has a wall of various acoustic instruments that can be called upon if that specific flavor is needed. His console is a custom 500 series customizable console by Tree Audio. It has two rows of 500-series modules with compressors, limiters, and EQs that can be swapped out, as well as a section sized for conventional Neve modules. He situated the EQ so that he doesn't have to move out of the best listening window to adjust it. He uses Ocean Way monitors."
GALLERY: Inside Steve Vai's Harmony Hut Studio
See the guitars, amps, effects, and recording gear in Steve Vai''s home studio. Photos by Lindsey Best.
By Rebecca DirksAug 07, 2012
Rebecca Dirks
Rebecca Dirks graduated from the University of Iowa with degrees in journalism and art, and joined Premier Guitar as an intern in 2007. She lives in the Iowa City area with her husband, two giant dogs, and more cats than are appropriate to mention. When not petsitting, she enjoys challenging herself in the kitchen, watching the Packers dominate, and discovering new music or rediscovering old favorites.