Testimonials

“Professionalism, high quality and excellent service is what you can expect working with Fred Smith Studios. Fred has been a long standing production partner assisting us with all our recording and post production audio needs on time and on budget. Great studio, attentive engineering and superior final results”Jean Paiement, On-line/Video Content Coordinator (Home Hardware Stores Limited)
“From the moment you walk through the door at Fred Smith Studio you can set aside every concern you may have about every aspect of the recording industry. Fred is professional, extremely adept, flexible, in complete control of his state of the art gear, efficient and to top it all off charming, appreciative and unassuming. What more could you want?”Jimmy Boudreau, touring and recording professional
“I’ve provided keyboard parts in a multitude of musical situations at Fred’s, always a good experience and always great results! Fred is a man of many talents, one of which is his ability to make you feel completely at home.“Chris Dahmer, professional keys
“Fred Smith Studios provides an incredible attention to detail and consistently delivers the best quality. Every time I work with Fred and his team I know I am going to get exactly what I need and within budget!”Jason Ruby, Marketing Manager (Husky Injection Molding Systems)
“Over the years, I’ve occasionally had the opportunity and the pleasure of recording voiceovers at Fred Smith’s studio. I’m always impressed by his professional facilities and how smooth and enjoyable it is to work there, not to mention Fred’s excellent direction as I sit behind the mic.”Phil Liberbaum, voice-over artist. Credentials include TV, radio, web spots, e-learning, and corporate videos for RBC, Scotiabank, the Retail Council of Canada, Loblaws, Goldfish Crackers, Banger Films, Ford Canada, Yokohama, Deloitte, and Sun Life Insurance
“Having had the pleasure of working at Fred Smith Studio for a three day period, I can vouch for Fred Smith’s facility, easy going nature and knowledge of the recording arts. It’s also a lovely space, with a homey feel and large main room with room for recording numerous instruments at once. Can’t wait to return.”Peter Bleakney - toured and recorded with Anne Murray for 24 years, numerous Toronto theatre productions including Mamma Mia!, Jersey Boys, Kinky Boots, We Will Rock You, Matilda, Come From Away, Ross Petty's Panto
“As I walk down the stairs into Fred’s studio, admiring all the guitars hanging on the walls, I can’t wait to play the old upright grand piano, It has a sound like no other. In this digital age, it’s such a treat.”John Lee, Kitchener Keyboard Player
“It’s an environment that’s both professional and friendly that promotes and captures musically creative happenings.”Kevin Dempsey, head of the drum department (Mohawk College Music)
“As a veteran French voice-over professional, I’ve had the opportunity to record at over 5 dozen studios in the GTA, including Burlington, Hamilton and Kitchener-Waterloo. Big, small, fancy, modest, cozy, you name it, I’ve experienced all kinds – each with its own merits. But amongst all of them, I came to discover a few gems – places where talent, experience and respect for the craft come together. One of those gems, ‘The Gem’, is Fred Smith Studio: the place professionals call home.”Jeff Tremblay (The Image Producer inc.)
“I’ve had the pleasure of working with Fred Smith Studio for nearly 20 years. I’m consistently impressed with the professionalism, quality, talent and care given to every one of my projects. And above all it’s a friendly, cooperative environment I always look forward to.”Dan Drouin-Charters, Associate Director, Video (Quarry)
“It’s so great to have a renowned audio-recording resource close to home. I love not having to travel to Toronto to access a top-notch studio. Fred Smith Studio provides first-class services to both local and international clients, and has helped cement Canada’s reputation as Hollywood North”Tanya MacIntyre, Producer/Host (The Good News Only radio show)
“From radio jingles to video voice overs, there’s not a soundtrack Fred Smith Studios can’t create for you. Fred takes the time to listen to your brief, ask the right questions to understand your objectives and produce creative that aligns with your brand and marketing strategy. A pleasure to work with.”Colin Hillcoat, Owner (That’s Clever! Marketing Communications)
“We’ve worked with Fred for over 15 years and he always keep things professional and laid back at the same time. Never any drama. Always top quality studio productions. Can’t recommend Fred & his studio enough.”Roger King, El Presidente (PN Agency)
“Fred has one of the finest and most comfortable studios in the area. His warm, easy, professional manner and years of experience make it a favourite place for me to work.”Howard Gaul - professional drummer and percussionist