Studio owner Fred Paragano gives a thorough tour of Paragon Studios in Franklin, TN, describing the equipment, capabilities, and services available there.
Fred Paragano discusses his career as a recording engineer, the founding of Paragon Studios, and the broad scope of projects he works on, from recording high-profile acts like Faith Hill to doing audio post-production for the kids’ television program Veggie Tales.
Recording engineer and studio owner Fred Paragano discusses his early career as a musician, his decision to move behind the console, and the professional setbacks he initially faced when he moved from New York to Nashville before opening Paragon Studios.
Recording engineer Fred Paragano explains the motivations behind opening his own studio, and reflects on the risks he took in investing in it, including financing its architecture before he had secured the property on which it was to be built.
Recording engineer and studio owner Fred Paragano explains the ways in which he is able to compete against home studios, citing such invaluable assets as state-of-the-art equipment and knowledgeable staff as key elements to his success. He also shares his thoughts on how to maximize a recording budget by accomplishing some parts of the process in a home studio and others in a professional setting.
Recording engineer and studio owner Fred Paragano addresses the question of how manufacturers of large format consoles can compete against the popularity of Pro Tools, suggesting that these companies can survive if they diversify their products and find new ways to meet client demands.
Recording engineer Fred Paragano explains why he decided to take on film and television projects, and discusses why he’d like to see other Nashville studios follow suit.
Recording engineer and studio owner Fred Paragano explains the advantages of using professional consoles over using Pro Tools to do audio post-production for film and DVDs, and also discusses the criteria he uses in choosing whether or not to take on a project.
Recording engineer and studio owner Fred Paragano offers advice to those considering a career in recording, stressing the level of commitment and financial sacrifice that come with the territory.
