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Idea Lab

Music & Audio

Play Instruments, Make Beats, and Record

Use our equipment and software to make music in the Idea Lab!

Audio Software

GarageBand: Combines everything you need to record, mix, master, and share music with others.

Logic Pro: Comprehensive audio editing and MIDI sequencing platform that assists with creating and editing dynamic audio tracks using step-sequencing, multi-device editing, and live looping capabilities

FL Studio: Desktop DAW that music-makers across the world use to turn ideas into reality. Whether you’re just starting or are an experienced producer, FL Studio includes everything you need to create music.

Audio Equipment

  • Arturia Music Keyboards
  • AKAI MPC Studio 2
  • Gretsch G2210 Streamliner Electric Guitar
  • Gretsch Guitars G2220 Bass

Voice Recording and Playing Instruments

Recording directly to the computer while wearing headphones is allowed during all open hours. Recording out loud is not permitted.

Create Music at Other Locations

Eastwood has a music production station and audio equipment available for patrons to use on a first come, first served basis.