Music Production
Crafting high-quality, professional music tailored to your project’s unique vision.
Mixing
Blending individual tracks into a polished, cohesive sound that stands out.
Mastering
Finalizing your audio with precision for optimal playback across all platforms.
Music Composition for Games and Screen
Creating original scores that enhance storytelling and elevate experiences.
Sound Design for Games and Screen
Designing immersive soundscapes that bring your visuals and gameplay to life.
Audio Implementation for Games
Seamlessly integrating audio assets into interactive environments for an engaging experience.
Studio Forty Two Music
Customer focused recording studio in Edinburgh
At Studio Forty Two we aim to be the creative haven that amplifies the voices of independent artists and fosters the realisation of their musical vision.
We are committed to providing a supportive and collaborative environment where artists can explore their creativity, refine their sound and ultimately make their mark in the music industry.

Industry-Standard Equipment
Our studio is equipped with state-of-the-art microphones, preamps, soundproof booths, and audio processing gear, ensuring crystal-clear sound and exceptional recording quality. We have had work commissioned for productions for companies such as the BBC, ensuring that your voice is captured with perfect clarity and depth.
Experienced Engineers
With years of experience working across various industries. From writing for film and TV to game composition and sound design, we’ll guide you through the process, helping you to achieve the exact performance you or your company envision.
What our clients say about us
EXCELLENT Based on 53 reviews jeff penn2025-08-08 Cathal is kind, smart and talented! You will enjoy working with him. His soft suggestions and quick skills will help you do and capture your best. Leah2025-07-16 I went into studio fortytwo as a total beginner in the studio and was treated fairly and professionally and learned so many tips and tricks. Cathal was super welcoming and helpful and was great fun to work with and I will definitely be going back for my next session. 100% worth the price Kostas Dockus2025-07-10 Cathal's good at doing his job, everything went smoothly 💯💨 LN2025-06-20 Thank you so much for the passionate and professional work! Working with Cathal didn’t feel like a typical service—it felt like he was genuinely enjoying the music alongside us. His enthusiasm and deep connection to the sound made the whole experience incredibly special and meaningful. Cathal has a real gift for understanding and enhancing an artist’s vision. He approached my music—which is quiet and outside the mainstream—with such care and respect. Sometimes I doubt myself and my sound, but his appreciation and encouragement reminded me why I create in the first place. I'm really glad I found this studio! With Cathal at the helm, I’ll definitely be coming back! P. Boutan2025-05-29 We had a fantastic time recording with Cathal at Studio Forty Two, everything was absolutely perfect. Can't wait to come back and have an other session with this man! Steve2025-05-25 Working remotely recently with Cathal at studio 42 to produce and engineer home recorded tracks for upcoming showcase single/EP release - Worked very well indeed - Based on my experience Cathal is soon musically tuned into his clients brief, and patient and professional in delivery - Result was a first class product that was exactly what I was after - Looking forward to working with both Cathal/Barry on the next few Lori2025-03-24 I had the best studio experience ever at Studio forty two with Cathal! Cathal is such a talented musician and producer who made my visions for my song come to life, literally did not stop smiling the whole session. He was full of ideas and his work ethic is super impressive. I’m beyond happy with how my song has turned out, I will definitely be back and I couldn’t recommend a studio more! Liam Jackson2025-03-07 Had an amazing experience with Studio42! Cathal is such a talented producer, so knowledgable and supportive. Barry is super welcoming, resourceful and kind. Definitely be back soon. Thank you! Sam H2025-02-24 Our band had the pleasure of working with Cathal from studio Forty Two and were so happy with the results. He made the whole experience so easy and relaxed. He is so talented at what he does and we couldn’t have been happier with our time spent there. We will be back. All the best and thanks again for your professionalism and kind nature. Noah Whyte Danny Gilbert2025-02-04 Cathal is a lovely guy and a fantastic producer, he had some brilliant ideas and made sure to take time and get everything spot on!