“Still can’t get over the sick drum sound I got from this place! We'll be back…”

—Train Company

Punk, metal, rock and hardcore. If you like it loud – we can’t wait to meet you.

When it comes to recording huge-sounding drums, thick distorted guitars and modern, high-energy mixes, Backthird Audio is happy to run with the best in the Chicago suburbs. Lead engineer Kyle Schmidt has spent more than a decade recording rock/metal/alternative music – in fact, it’s his preferred genre of music production. Bands who’ve been in the studio with Kyle say the feeling is mutual.

Combine that level of experience with a large tracking room, 12-foot ceilings and a locker of high-end microphones and you’ve got an Aurora studio that’s your ideal getaway for getting loud.

Whether you’re a hard rock act, a punk group or a classic metal band, visiting the studio to discuss your recording is the best way to see if we’re a fit for your music. Kyle or Benjie can give you several budget options, depending on the approach you’d like to take. For a free studio tour and consultation, call us at 630-264-2366 – or click the button below. request a consultation

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Punk samples:

The Hyrax - Call Me Back

Thank you Calaya - The Hyrax

Cauz N Effx - Rediculous Creation

Cauz N Effx - The City

Punch Fight - Green Song

Punch Fight - What you want me to say

Metal samples:

The Hyrax - When My Gun is Loaded

The Hyrax - Omega

Bother Me - 12 Volt Negative

Toilet - 12 Volt Negative