About Outpost Studio SF
Outpost Studios has been operating in San Francisco since 1996. Located in the Northern Waterfront District, our recording studio is a haven for producers and creatives seeking quality sound for their project. Outpost’s engineers utilize state-of-the-art software and equipment to assist with anything from the initial record to the final master.
Approach
Utilize state-of-the-art software and equipment from initial record to final master. Whether you’re mixing one song or an entire film, Outpost has you covered.
What Sets Them Apart
Headquarters
950 Battery St Floor 2
Featured Work
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Mindsource - Tropical Paradise (1989)
Mindsource - Desert Life (1989)
Mindsource - New England Enchantment (1990)
Mindsource - Canyonlands (1991)
Post-Production Capabilities
8 servicesVoice Recording / ADR
Specialized and treated rooms offer comfort for actors to be in character and communicate with directors and producers with the latest and fastest programs.
Podcasts
Record multi-camera video podcasts using PTZ Optics Move 4K cameras and Shure SM7B microphones. Connect local talent to directors remotely.
Game Audio
Audio post-production for video games.
Dolby Mixing
5.1 Dolby Film Mixing.
Sound Design
Sound design for various media projects.
Dialogue Editing
Audio enhancement, cleaning up dialog tracks with laser-like precision.
Music
Music mixing, mastering, and production.
Foley Recording
Foley recording for film and media.
Types of Work
Notable Clients & Projects
Industries Served
Awards & Recognition
1 awardsLAIFF Indie Short Fest - Best Sound Design for 'The Visit'
2022
Firm Leadership
Dave Nelson, MPSE
Supervising Sound Editor
Pioneer of digital sound. In 1989, he began working with software developers like Avid, Euphonix, and Dolby to integrate digital audio into film and music production. While he primarily works as a re-recording mixer, he has also mixed and produced several Grammy-nominated albums.
Karl Force
Music Production & Audio Post-Production Supervisor
Versatile producer, engineer, composer, and audio post-production supervisor. Karl's expertise spans across sound design, original music, foley, and mixing, contributing to a wide range of film and media projects over the years.
Miik Dinko
Supervising Dialog Editor & ADR Mixer
Specializes in audio enhancement, cleaning up dialog tracks with laser-like precision. In addition to his work as an editor, Miik has served as sound designer and re-recording mixer on numerous projects over the past twenty years.
Camille Hoffman
Post-Production Coordinator
Began working at Outpost Studio SF as an intern in 2019. Now, she oversees daily studio operations, schedules sessions, and assists engineers during the recording process.
Desmond Shea
Audio Engineer & Systems Engineer
Brings over three decades of industry experience to Outpost Studio SF. As systems engineer, Desmond is responsible for implementing and maintaining the studio's technical infrastructure.
Doug Siebum, MPSE
Audio Engineer & Sound Editor
Spent over twenty years in the entertainment industry. In addition to audio post-production, Doug has worked as a live sound engineer for clubs, concerts, music festivals, and sports broadcasts.
News & Press
Outpost founder, Dave Nelson, featured in article for “Craftsmanship Magazine”
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“Diamond Diplomacy” Screening at Mill Valley Film Festival
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“Looking For My Anchor” Documentary
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Office Locations
San Francisco
950 Battery St Floor 2, San Francisco, CA 94111
Pricing Information
Project-based
Contact Outpost Studio SF directly for pricing information based on your project requirements.
Note: Pricing varies based on project scope, complexity, and timeline. Contact Outpost Studio SF directly for a detailed quote tailored to your specific project requirements.