Layne Brothers Studio was formed by Josh, Noah, and Robin Layne in 1995.  Originally a label for Josh's solo harp recordings, we now have our first recording featuring Josh and Robin Layne; The Pacific Harp and Marimba Duo.

As musicians we have a strong commitment to making recordings that faithfully match the actual sound of our instruments.  Both the harp and the marimba are difficult instruments to record.  We use a ribbon mic and high quality pre-amp to record directly to DAT tape.  For Josh's first two CDs we used a Speiden ribbon mic, and for our most recent recordings we're using a Royer SF-12.  Since ribbon mics (with their lack of a built in "boost") need a very good pre-amp we've used Millennia Media's HV III.

Our recording process allows for as much time as we need to feel comfortable with the take we have for each track.  This means we need to do very little editing.  In fact, Josh's first CD, A Harp Recital, has no editing at all.  Editing and mastering is done off-site.

Our covers feature stunning original oil paintings by Noah.