Studer

Studer is a Swiss manufacturer of professional audio equipment known for producing high-quality analog tape recorders and mixing consoles. The company was founded in 1948 by Willi Studer and quickly gained a reputation for its precision engineering and attention to detail. Over the years, Studer has developed many groundbreaking products, including the world’s first four-track tape recorder and the first modular digital mixing console. Today, Studer is a part of Harman International Industries and continues to innovate in the field of professional audio, offering a wide range of digital mixing consoles and high-end digital audio processing equipment.

Made In Switzerland

Released in 1964 /

Studer J 37 Tape Recorder

The Studer J 37 Tape Recorder is a legendary piece of audio equipment that has etched its name in music history. Renowned for its exceptional sound quality and reliability, the J 37 was the tape recorder of choice at the iconic Abbey Road Studios. This masterpiece of engineering played a pivotal role in recording some of the most celebrated albums in history, including The Beatles’ groundbreaking work.

Made In Switzerland

Released in 1970 /

Studer A80 Professional Tape Recorder

The Studer A80 series is a modular professional tape recorder family spanning mono, stereo, and multitrack models, built on a rigid die-cast chassis with logic-controlled transport, servo capstan, electronic tension control, and plug-in amplifier cards. Interchangeable headblocks, selectable NAB or CCIR equalisation, precise bias and erase systems, and comprehensive local or remote control made the A80 a service-friendly studio standard across its original and later VU Mk II and Mk III versions.

Made In Switzerland

Released in 1978 /

Studer A800 24 Track Analogue Recorder

The Studer A800 holds a special place in recording history as one of the most legendary multitrack tape machines ever made. Introduced in 1978, it became a studio staple throughout the 1980s and 1990s, prized for its exceptional sound quality, reliability, and engineering precision. Widely adopted by top studios around the world, the Studer A800 was used on countless classic albums across genres, becoming synonymous with the rich, warm sound of analogue multitrack recording.

Made In Switzerland

Released in 1982 /

Studer A710 Stereo Cassette Tape Deck

The Studer A710 Cassette Tape Recorder was a professional 1982 cassette machine with four-motor dual-capstan direct drive, microprocessor transport control, balanced studio connections, Dolby B and Dolby C noise reduction, IEC tape selection, peak metering, and rack-mount capability.

Made In Switzerland

Released in 1983 /

Studer A810 Professional Tape Recorder

The Studer A810 Recorder was a compact, modular, and digitally controlled professional tape recorder designed for high-end studio use. With programmable audio parameters, precision tape transport, SMPTE time code capability, and full remote integration, it offered unmatched flexibility, reliability, and sound quality for multi-role recording, editing, and synchronisation tasks.

Made In Switzerland

Released in 1985 /

Studer A721 Stereo Cassette Tape Deck

The Studer A721 is a professional cassette recorder with superb audio performance, reliability, and convenient operating concept, including a four-motor tape transport mechanism and modular audio electronics with automatic record parameter calibration.

Made In Switzerland

Released in 1985 /

Studer A820 Multitrack Recorder

The Studer A820 Multitrack Recorder delivers a processor-controlled analogue multitrack system with modular electronics, precision transport engineering, and extensive synchronisation and configuration capabilities.

Made In Switzerland

Released in 1989 /

Studer A827 24 Track Audio Recorder

The Studer A827 24 Track Multi-Track Recorder is quite possibly the finest 24-track analogue audio recorder ever made, celebrated for its superior sound quality, reliability, and precision. Released in the late 1980s, it became a staple in professional studios worldwide. Many units are still in use today, valued for their ability to deliver the unmistakable warmth of analogue sound.

Made In Switzerland

Released in 1989 /

Studer D820X Digital Tape Recorder

The Studer D820X – developed for stand-alone use also fits effortlessly into any system through its extensive interfaces and offers advanced facilities for digital mastering.

Made In Switzerland

Released in 1992 /

Studer D780 Digital Audio Tape Recorder

The Studer D780 DAT Recorder, introduced in 1992, was a broadcast-focused R-DAT machine designed for delay-free fader start operation, precise locator control, and full analogue and digital system integration. With its optional Quickstart RAM buffer, structured control surface, comprehensive synchronisation options, and balanced connectivity including microphone inputs with phantom power, the Studer D780 DAT Recorder delivered a professional and reliable solution for continuous studio and on-air use.

Made In Switzerland

Released in 1992 /

Studer D740 Professional CD Recorder

The STUDER D740 Professional CD Recorder introduced a direct-to-disc recording workflow that combined Red and Orange Book compatibility with professional connectivity and control. Designed for broadcast, studio, and post-production use, it enabled efficient, high-quality CD-R recording with flexible editing and reliable long-term storage.

Made In Switzerland

Released in 1994 /

Studer D827 MCH 24/48 Track DASH Tape Recorder

The Studer D827 MCH is a high-end digital multitrack recorder built on Studer’s renowned tape deck technology. It features a modular design, allowing in-field upgrades from 24 to 48 tracks. Standard features include a TC/RT chase synchroniser, MADI and AES/EBU interfaces, and extensive remote-control options. Advanced A/D and D/A converters ensure superior sound quality, with optional noise shaping DSP technology preserving 18-bit performance on 16-bit DASH media.