TOGETHER IN THE VAULT!
Making music is a deeply personal thing. Whether it’s writing, recording or mixing, it’s putting pieces of your soul out in to the world to express to others how or what you’re feeling at a particular time. We understand how personal that is. Here in The Vault at The Playroom we want to be a part of bringing your musical vision to life. To present it in the best possible light that helps deliver your message as you intend it. We are also artists.
We’d love to speak with you to discuss your project, discuss your vision and see if we are the right team for your job. We’re not for everyone but we might be perfect for you.
Contact Eddie Z and lets discuss making a great record!
EDDIE Z
Eddie Z is a living-breathing miracle. A kidney transplant survivor, Eddie is driven to make every moment count. The Vault, a blend of an amazing design by Jeff Hedbeck and painstakingly curated analog gear ,it’s the embodiment of his drive to expand his legacy not only in the Carolina regional music scene, but also on a national and international level. Like The Playroom states, “By Musicians For Musicians” Eddie has been a professional musician since 1985. Born and raised in New York City his first exposure to music came at an early age listening to his older brother’s band rehearsing in the basement. After joining his first original metal band and signing a recording contract with Metal Blade Records during their recording sessions, he found that he had an affinity for engineering and producing. After everyone would leave the studio for the day, Eddie would sneak back in and rework the tracks himself. Since that experience, Eddie has played on, engineered or produced more than 500 recording projects. Eddie has owned and operated The Playroom, a full service recording and rehearsal studio in Charlotte, North Carolina, since 1994. His clients have included 3 Doors Down, Jewel, Aaliyah, Buck Cherry, Tamia, Anthony Hamilton, Fantasia, Phoenix and many more. Along with spending 15 years as Music Director and Lead Guitarist for Charity Case, he was also a recording engineer for The North Sea Jazz Festival in Holland. In his non musical time, Eddie is a published chef and author, a kidney disease advocate ,and a huge NFL football fan. The Vault, his latest venture, brings his musical journey full circle. And so a new legacy begins.
EZ & Kidney Disease KidneyRealTalk.com
JESSE CLASEN – Audio Engineer
Jesse Clasen is our house engineer at The Vault with over 15 years experience working in studios around the world. He has found success producing and mixing with his project Foreign Air and working with brands and companies like Nike, Netflix, ABC and HBO. Whether you need to live cut a record with your band or desire a more hands on approach to production or cowriting, Jesse has got you covered with his experience as an engineer, programmer, arranger, and producer.
ROB PRESTON – Audio Technical Specialist
Rob Preston is a native North Carolinian from the Winston-Salem area. He came to Charlotte to attend UNCC, where he earned a bachelors degree in engineering. He took a job in 1992 as a studio tech for Reflection Studios where he worked fulltime until 2002. Along with his Reflection Studio duties Rob was as the Bonnaroo main stage recording line technician. He then started RFI Audio, the most trusted name in audio technical services in the Charlotte area. Rob has assisted the Playroom with technical needs and setup since the late 90’s.
