Garlicton
Recording Studio

Further and Deeper

From vocal and instrument recording to mixing and mastering — we walk the entire journey of music production with you.

The time and effort you pour into music is never in vain—it leads to meaningful results.We help turn your artistic vision into realityand move forward into the future together.

It doesn't have to be grand. What matters is that your music is expressed the way it deserves.

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Our Process

A recorded work is a window into the artist's passion—and an act of designing the future.

01

Recording

The best takes lead to the best results.

Recording is not simply the process of capturing sound.

It is the stage where the artist’s identity and the direction of the song are brought into clear focus.

Together with the artist, we define the sonic goal and shape the direction of the recording by considering the emotion, character, and message the song is meant to convey.

Our focus is to support the artist in delivering their best performance and to capture the strongest possible takes.

Every recorded take is then refined through detailed editing, ensuring the final material reaches the highest possible quality.

02

Mixing

Let the sound breathe.

During the mixing process, the sound is shaped with greater precision and depth.

By combining the strengths of both digital and analog workflows, our hybrid mixing approach enhances the texture of the sound, brings each element into clear focus, and amplifies the story within the music.

Using a wide range of outboard gear alongside detailed digital processing, we craft mixes with powerful impact, clarity, and balance. We refine the relationship between each track, shape the sense of space, and bring out the emotion the song is meant to convey.

We also value the process of working closely with artists through ongoing feedback, building the best possible result together.

03

Mastering

The completion of the Garlicton sound.

Mastering is the final stage of refining the work and ensuring the best sound across all listening environments. Based on analog outboard equipment and a premium monitoring setup, we deliver mastering that maximizes sonic impact while preserving the music's dynamics.

From powerful full-range sound to delicate dynamic control, we tailor mastering to suit various styles and ensure balanced sound across different playback environments.

Final masters are delivered in various formats including DDP files and WAV masters.

04

Producing

Comprehensive producing from song direction to arrangement and sound design.

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The Staff

The best take creates the best result.

Lee Ju Hee

Lee Ju Hee

Founder / Producer / Mixer / Mastering Engineer

15+ years in the metal music industry

An experienced engineer accompanies you from the first session to the final master.

3KMA Wins
5KMA Nominations

I want to help artists realize their musical vision
and move toward the future they are aiming for.

Garlicton Studio is prepared to support that journey.

A great record is more than just a finished piece of audio.
I believe it becomes a clear statement of what kind of music the artist wants to create, what kind of impression they want to leave, and what kind of future they are moving toward.

Garlicton Studio aims to be a creative production space that looks beyond the mix itself — considering the direction of the song, the performance, the tone, the arrangement, and the overall density of the mix in order to bring out the full strength of the work.

While respecting each artist’s own color and identity, I also believe in clearly addressing the elements that need to be refined for a better result.

The process may sometimes be demanding, but the work that comes through it will gain a stronger sense of conviction, clarity, and completion.

2016

Remnants of the Fallen 1st Album "Shadow Walk" Mastering — 14th Korean Music Awards (2017) Best Metal & Hardcore Album Winner

2017

Guitarist Kim Jaeha 1st Album "Into Ashes" Mixing/Mastering — 15th KMA Best Metal & Hardcore Album Nominee

2019

"Black Hole Tribute - RE-ENCOUNTER THE MIRACLE" Mixing/Mastering — 17th KMA (2020) Nominee

2019

Method 5th Album "Definition of Method" Mixing — 17th KMA (2020) Best Metal & Hardcore Album Winner

2020

Remnants of the Fallen 2nd Album "All the Wounded and Broken" Mixing/Mastering — 18th KMA (2021) Best Metal & Hardcore Album Winner

2021

Spit On My Tomb 1st Album "Necrosis" Mixing/Mastering — 19th KMA Nominee

2023

Doguul EP "If These Bodies Could Talk" Mixing/Mastering — 21st KMA Nominee

2025

Loss of Infection EP "罰錢 (Beoljeon)" Mixing/Mastering — 23rd KMA Nominee

Portfolio

Works

We want to create great music together.

Method (메써드)

Method - Definition of Method

17th KMA Best Metal & Hardcore Album Winner

Metal

Remnants of the Fallen (램넌츠)

Remnants of the Fallen

14th & 18th KMA Winner

Metal

Killkaiser (킬카이저)

Killkaiser

Metal

Doguul (도굴)

Doguul - If These Bodies Could Talk

21st KMA Nominee

Metal

진격

Jingyeok

Metal

Spit On My Tomb (스핏온마이툼)

Spit On My Tomb - Necrosis

19th KMA Nominee

Metal

Loss of Infection (로스오브인펙션)

Loss of Infection - 罰錢 (Beoljeon)

23rd KMA Nominee

Metal

Crackshot (크랙샷)

Crackshot

Metal

Knockout (넉아웃)

Knockout

Metal

김재하

Kim Jaeha - Into Ashes

15th KMA Nominee

Metal

Steriwave (스테리웨이브)

Steriwave

Metal

Delirium (델리움)

Delirium

Metal

Disruption (디스럽션)

Disruption

Metal

Hourglass (아워글라스)

Hourglass

Metal

Various Artists

Black Hole 30th Anniversary Tribute

17th KMA Nominee

Metal

Studio

The Studio

We value the process of working together and pushing for better results.

Garlicton Studio is a metal music recording studio located on Ganghwa Island. From vocal and instrument recording to mixing and mastering — we walk the entire journey of music production with you.

Authentic Sound

An engineer who understands the essence of metal music precisely captures raw energy and detail.

Comfortable Environment

Focus on creation without time pressure in our private, house-style space.

Contact

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Services of Interest

Garlicton Studio operates 100% by reservation. Please inquire before visiting.

Address

인천 강화군 강화읍 북문길67번길 8-1

8-1 Bukmun-gil 67beon-gil, Ganghwa-eup, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon