A new standard in audiophile recording.
Surconic Records is a new audiophile label founded by 13-time Latin Grammy–nominated producer and engineer Carlos Castro of Los Angeles, California.
Introducing Elyan — a voice that transcends language.
Our debut release features the extraordinary vocalist Elyan, an accomplished artist with a long-standing presence in Latin music. Her new album sets the benchmark for the musical and sonic standards Surconic aims to deliver in future releases.
Elyan's distinctive voice and expressive depth convey an emotional resonance that moves listeners beyond the boundaries of language — a debut conceived not as a product, but as a portrait.
Pure analog. No compromises.
The album was recorded and mixed using a Studer A-827 2-inch 16-track tape machine and a 3M M-79 ¼-inch 2-track tape machine — both running at 30 IPS without any noise reduction. It was expertly mastered by Scott Sedillo at Bernie Grundman Mastering, preserving the integrity and fidelity of the music through to the final stage.
Surconic makes extensive use of Watersound Studios, a state-of-the-art analog-based recording and mixing facility where Carlos Castro is based. The studio features primarily custom and one-of-a-kind audio equipment, meticulously modified over the years to maximize sonic fidelity across every project.
Bernie Grundman Mastering
An all-star cast of musicians and arrangers.
Latin Grammy Award winner whose guidance played a pivotal role in shaping Elyan's vocal performances throughout the album.
A refined musical sensibility honed through extensive touring with Bruce Hornsby and Albert Lee, brought to bear on every keyboard arrangement.
A legendary rhythmic foundation, drawing on decades of recording and touring with Latin icons Joan Sebastian and Jenni Rivera.
Of the Los Angeles–based band Rhythm Tribe — a groove-driven approach reminiscent of the great Abraham Laboriel.
Acoustic and electric guitar, with standout contributions across the record. Co-led the musical arrangements alongside John Thomas.
Founder of Surconic Records. 13-time Latin Grammy nominee whose vision and ear shape every release on the label.
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