Madcap’s home base for all studio recording is nestled just outside downtown Nevada City, at Ancient Wave Studios. This world-class recording facility features a vintage Trident console, analog outboard gear, and a cathedral-ceiling live room. Built by the late Saul Rayo, the studio combines vintage warmth with modern precision and offers on-site artist lodging in a peaceful, retreat-style setting, making it the perfect space to create without compromise.

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Women Supporting Women in Music...​

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Ancient Wave is owned by Elena Rayo, with Madcap’s founder, Kelly Rutledge, serving as the studios lead engineer. This collaboration between a female-owned studio and a female-owned record label represents something greater than just high-end recordings — it’s a significant step forward for the growing women in music movement, where women in the music business support and elevate one another. Talk about girl power!

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​www.ancientwavestudios.com