World-Class Music Production
From the Heart of Tuscany
Latin Grammy nominated recording and mixing studio trusted by artists worldwide. With over 23 years of experience, more than 1,000 accredited credits and 48M+ streams on produced and mixed records, we help artists turn ideas into international releases.
Nomination
credited works
Worldwide
Credits
Music Production
& Audio Engineering
23 years of experience working with artists across rock, classical, jazz and pop. Two interconnected studios, hybrid analog workflow and a production approach focused on musicality, clarity and emotional impact.
Artistic production and arrangement development. From the initial idea to the finished track, shaping the identity of a record while supporting the artist’s creative vision.
- Arrangement & song development
- Artistic direction
- Session musicians coordination
- Sound design & orchestration
Professional recording sessions inside two acoustically designed studios with high-end microphones, vintage preamps and world-class analog equipment.
- Studio A & Studio B live sessions
- High-end microphones & preamps
- Drums, bands & acoustic ensembles
- Vocal recording & overdubs
Hybrid analog mixing combined with final mastering optimization to deliver a finished record ready for streaming, broadcast or vinyl.
- Hybrid analog mix workflow
- Neve · API · Telefunken outboard
- Streaming & distribution ready
- Remote mix & master available
Selected Credits
Alessandro Guasconi has delivered more than 1,000 production and mixing credits across rock, metal, jazz, classical and contemporary pop. His work includes recordings with Ivan Lins, productions with Tony Martin (Black Sabbath), collaborations with Caparezza, mixing for Italian prog legends Il Rovescio della Medaglia, and classical productions for the prestigious Accademia Musicale Chigiana.
Records & Productions
World-Class
Analog Gear
Two fully-equipped control rooms with vintage and modern outboard, professional monitoring, and a 2″ analog tape machine — the tools that define the Virus Studio sound.
- API 3124+ — 4 ch.
- Telefunken V672 — 2 ch.
- SSL 9000 Clone — 2 ch.
- Focusrite ISA215 — 2 ch.
- Summit MPC-100A
- Sutera QuadraPre — 4 ch. x 2
- Tube-Tech Mp 1A — 2 ch.
- Distressor EL8 x 2
- Universal Audio 1176
- SSL Stereo Bus Comp Clone
- Pultec EQP1A Clone x 2
- Slate Raven MTi2
- DK Audio MSD200
- Stream Deck XL
- Lexicon PCM 80
- Eventide H3000 D/SX
- TC Electronics M3000
- Roland SRV-2000
- Roland SDE-3000A
- Custom Main Monitor (PMC spec)
- Audio Factory AS29 + Sub
- PreSonus Central Station
- Behringer P16-I & P16-M Cue
- AKG K141 x 3
- AKG K141 MkII
- Sony MDR-7506
- Audio-Technica ATH-M50x
- KZ DQ6 In-Ear Monitor x 13
- Avid Pro Tools 2024.3.1 Ultimate
- Steinberg Cubase 15 Pro
- Antelope Orion 32
- Fostex D-5 DAT
- Tascam CD-RW5000
- Arturia KeyLab 88 MkII
- Fender Jazz Bass 1966
- Music Man StingRay 5
- Manne Bass 5
- Fender Telecaster Custom
- Fender Squier Classic Vibe Bass VI
- Fender Hot Rod DeVille 212
- Ampeg SVT-4 Pro
- SWR “Henry The Eight” 8×8
Tascam ATR-80 — 2″ Analog Tape
A rare tool in modern recording. Our 2″ tape machine adds genuine analog saturation, natural compression and warmth no plugin can replicate.
- Neve 1073LB x 2
- API 512C x 4
- Chandler Limited TG2-500 x 2
- Universal Audio 6176
- Avalon VT-737SP
- RME OctaMic II — 8 ch.
- Distressor EL8 x 2
- SSL E-Series EQ x 2
- Softube Console 1 MkIII
- TC Electronic Clarity M
- Stream Deck XL
- Behringer X-Touch
- Radial Pro RMP Reamp Box
- Rupert Neve RNDI D.I.
- Adam Audio S3X-H (main)
- IK Multimedia iLoud Micro
- PreSonus Central Station
- Behringer P16-I & P16-M Cue
- Audeze LCD-X
- Beyerdynamic DT770 Pro
- Audio-Technica ATH-M50x
- Grado SR-60x
- Kemper Profiling Amplifier
- Mesa Boogie TransAtlantic
- Marshall 1922 2×12 Cab
- Ampeg SVT-4 + Classic 4×10
- Fender Stratocaster
- Gibson Les Paul Standard
- Ibanez JEM77
- Taylor Acoustic Guitar
- Korg MS2000R
- Waldorf Blofeld
- Steinberg Cubase 15 Pro
- Antelope Orion 32
- Behringer X-Touch
- Rupert Neve RNDI D.I.
Studio B — Pre-Production & Tracking
Built in 2008 for auditions and pre-productions. Fully interconnected with Studio A, expanding to accommodate up to 10 musicians simultaneously.
- Neumann M149
- Neumann U87 Ai
- AKG C414 TLII
- AKG C3000 x 2
- BPM Studiotechnik CR-76
- Neumann U87 vintage (On Request)
- Neumann KM184 x 4
- Schoeps CMC-6 MK4 x 2
- DPA B&K 4009 x 2
- Earthworks TC30K x 2
- Line Audio CM-4 x 2
- Rode NT5 x 2
- AKG C1000 x 2
- Neumann KM84 x 2 (On Request)
- Shure SM57 x 4
- Shure SM58
- Sennheiser MD421 x 3
- Audix OM1
- Audix D6
- Sennheiser e604 x 7
- AKG D112
- Shure Beta52
- Shure Green Bullet
- Royer R-121
- Yamaha Subkick
- Sennheiser MKE-600
Microphone Collection — Tracking Ready
A carefully curated collection of classic studio microphones covering vocals, drums, orchestral recording and modern production workflows.
How We Work Together
Tell us about your project — references, vision, timeline and budget. We reply within 24 hours, in English or Italian.
A tailored quote — transparent pricing, clear deliverables, no hidden costs. In-studio or fully remote.
We record, mix or master your project — in Tuscany or via file transfer from anywhere in the world.
Included revisions until the result exceeds your expectations. Your feedback drives every decision.
Broadcast-ready files in every format — streaming, vinyl, DDP, sync licensing. Worldwide delivery.
What They Say
Recording with this group was simple and surprising. I soon realized that they are very creative, which brought a new sound to the songs.
Vorrei citare anche Alessandro Guasconi fonico del Virus Studio di Siena che ancora una volta ha dato un segno indelebile al lavoro fatto insieme.
Vorrei anche menzionare gli arrangiamenti di Alessandro Guasconi del Virus Studio di Siena: anche lui è un Walk In Darkness, anche se non compare mai.
The sound quality is perfect and all the musicians involved showcase great technique and passion. The result is astounding.
La registrazione a cura di Alessandro Guasconi e Jacopo Pettini presso i Virus Studio di Monteriggioni — biglietti da visita che non ammettono repliche.
An album that is well produced and mixed, as you can hear all the instruments clearly.
Une production léchée, des arrangements millimétrés — un album au top pour les amateurs du genre.
Molto buona la produzione, potente e pulita, capace di valorizzare gli arrangiamenti che si adagiano su più livelli.
Virus Recording Studio was founded in 2002 in Monteriggioni, a few kilometers from Siena in the heart of Tuscany. Over two decades, the studio has built a catalog of 1,000+ production credits spanning gothic and symphonic metal, progressive rock, contemporary jazz, classical music, and pop-rock.
Head engineer Alessandro Guasconi has worked with artists ranging from Tony Martin (Black Sabbath) to Ivan Lins (9× Latin Grammy nominee), from Italian prog legends Il Rovescio della Medaglia to the Accademia Musicale Chigiana, one of Europe’s most prestigious music institutions.
Two fully-equipped control rooms with analog and digital outboard, professional monitoring and a hybrid workflow ensure that every project — whether recorded in-studio or delivered remotely — meets the highest professional standards. Available worldwide for online mixing and mastering.
Remote Mixing & Mastering
Professional audio services delivered worldwide. Same analog and digital gear, same engineer — no need to travel to Tuscany.
- Analog and digital mastering chain
- Streaming optimized (Spotify, Apple)
- WAV + MP3 delivery
- 1 revision included
- 48h turnaround
- Full analog and digital outboard mix
- Neve · API · Pultec signal chain
- Mastering included
- 2 revisions included
- 5 day turnaround
- Reference track matching
- Dedicated project management
- Consistent sound across all tracks
- DDP authoring for CD & vinyl
- Unlimited revisions
- Priority scheduling
- Free consultation call
Let’s Make
Something Great
Whether you’re planning an album, a single, or just want to know if we’re the right fit — get in touch. Every project starts with a conversation.