Recording studio · Cheltenham, UK
Recording, Production & Mixing
Full production, songwriting, mixing and mastering by producer Seb Sanders. From first idea to release-ready record, independent or collaborative.
- Indie / alt-pop
- Alt R&B
- Pop-rock
- Singer-songwriter
- Cinematic pop
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From fast, focused recording sessions to end-to-end production, vocal direction, mixing and mastering, the process adapts to what each song actually needs.
Services & rates
Bespoke pricing for larger projects.
Not sure which?
Free discovery call
Play Seb what you've got, talk through your goals and decide which service fits the project.
Book a call- Full production From £1,200 Songwriting, production, vocal direction, mixing and mastering, from first idea to finished record. Final quote depends on complexity and writing involvementTypical 7 to 14 day turnaroundLimited to two full-production slots a month Book this
- Mix + master£350Radio-ready mix and master for a finished production. In the studio or remote.Book this
- Topline£500Full vocal topline writing for your instrumental.Book this
- Studio day£250Writing or recording sessions at La Vie Studio.Book this
- Studio hourly£50 / hrShorter sessions, overdubs, vocal tracking or focused production work.Book this
- Live room hire£200 / dayOr £50 an hour for filmed performances, content capture or rehearsals.Book this
- EP / album packagePer projectBuilt around release scope, timeline and track count.Talk it through
- Additional servicesPer projectArrangement, editing, session musician work and bespoke production support.Ask about it
Selected work
Release-ready records, start to finish
Selected records partially or fully recorded, produced or finished by Seb Sanders at La Vie Studio.
La Vie Studio: selected work
Loads from SoundCloud, which may set cookies.
Filmed live sessions & artist visuals
Plays from YouTube, which may set cookies.
The room
Built for performances, not just takes
A control room for tracking, production and mixing, and a live room for drums, amps, rehearsals and filmed sessions. Bring a band or bring a voice note.
Equipment list
The studio's kit is being upgraded. Ask for the full, up-to-date equipment list and we'll send it over.
Behind the desk
Seb Sanders
Producer, songwriter and mix engineer with over 15 years of experience. La Vie Studio specialises in emotionally driven indie and alt-pop, alt R&B, pop-rock, singer-songwriter and cinematic pop.
- 15+
- Years experience
- 20+
- Countries toured
- 1M+
- Combined streams
- BBC
- Radio 1 & 1Xtra support
How it works
From first call to final delivery
- 01
Book a discovery call
We listen to your music, talk through your goals and decide which service fits the project.
- 02
We work on your track
Full production, songwriting, mixing or mastering, with clear check-ins and revisions throughout.
- 03
Final delivery
Release-ready files, and stems if needed, formatted for streaming, content or live use.
Booking
Bring the idea in. Leave with a record.
Tell us what you need and we'll come back with availability, a price and the next step.
Lessons
Guitar, production and mixing, one to one
Relaxed, practical lessons from a working producer and touring guitarist, built around the music you actually want to play or make.
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Guitar
£45 an hour · £25 for 30 min
Electric and acoustic, complete beginners to returning players, kids, teens and adults.
- First 60-minute lesson £35
- In person in Bishops Cleeve or online
- Blocks of 4 and 10 save up to £50
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Music production
Online · 1 to 1
DAW workflow, arrangement, sound design and getting ideas from sketch to finished track.
- Ableton lessons over video call
- Available anywhere
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Mixing
Online · 1 to 1
Gain staging, EQ, compression, effects and referencing, all taught around your own sessions.
- Learn on your actual tracks
- Available anywhere
Testimonials
Artists come back because the result feels finished
“It's not so easy to find someone so talented and so professional at the same time. So if you're looking for his kind of vibe, he's your man. For sure.”
Kleeve
“Working with Seb was truly excellent. We've decided to collaborate again next time. Looking forward to the next project.”
Ivanseok
“So talented, patient and professional. Every little request he makes with great joy. We will totally work again.”
David
Artists come back because the result feels finished.
Questions
Everything artists ask before booking
Where is La Vie Studio?
La Vie Studio is in Bishops Cleeve, Gloucestershire. Parking is available nearby.
What does the studio cost?
Studio time is £50 an hour or £250 for a full day. The live room is £50 an hour or £200 a day for filmed performances, content capture and rehearsals. Productions, mixes and EP or album projects are priced per project.
Do you offer mixing and mastering?
Yes. A mix and master for a finished track is £350, in the studio or remotely. Send your stems from anywhere in the world.
Can you work with me remotely?
Yes. Mixing, mastering and some production services are available remotely for artists anywhere in the UK or internationally.
What's the turnaround?
Full productions typically take 7 to 14 days, and there are only two full-production slots a month so nothing is rushed.
Can you film the session?
Yes. The live room is set up for filmed performances, live takes and session content, and audio can be captured alongside so the performance sounds finished, not just documented.
What genres do you work in?
Mostly indie and alt-pop, alt R&B, pop-rock, singer-songwriter and cinematic pop, but the studio works across a wide range of genres.
How do I book?
Book a free discovery call, or send the booking form above and we'll come back with availability and a price.
Find us
Bishops Cleeve
- Parking
- Parking available nearby.
- Session hours
- Every day, 10am to 8pm
- Get in touch
- info@laviestudio.xyz