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  • Home
  • Sonic Lab
    • The experience
    • People
    • Our equipment
    • The Boring Stuff
    • OUR DEDICATED RECORDING SPACES
    • FOR MUSIC PRODUCERS
    • ASK US FOR A QUOTATION
  • Media
    • starfinder
    • LAB LIFE
    • GEAR DEMOS & STUDIO TECHNIQUES
    • THE SUPERTONE SHOW PODCAST
  • Supertone Records
    • OUR ARTISTS
    • PRODUCTS
    • SHOP
    • HISTORY
  • Contact

YOUR PRIVATE RETREAT

“Our distinct residential spaces are designed for ultimate comfort and focus, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the creative process.”

THE SKY DECK

Elevated privacy

With its theme of Astronauts, space and vintage sci-fi movies, the Sky Deck is a self-contained top-floor flat with a private balcony offering stunning panoramic views of the Óbidos Lagoon and the Atlantic Ocean.

Features a private chill-out living room, a desk with an Apple screen, and two bedrooms: The Tatooine Room (double futon + single) and The Arakis Room (two singles), both with optional additional single beds. Includes a private bathroom with a bidet and shower.

Ocean Deck

Seamless connection

Two luxury double bedrooms on the ground floor (which share a private bathroom with toilet, bidet and shower). Large glass double doors open directly onto the balcony, offering stunning views of the garden, swimming pool, lagoon, and Oceano Atlântico.

Cooking & dining

Communal Spirit


Our kitchen opens to a large balcony with a typical Portuguese charcoal grill. Enjoy making and sharing meals and the magnificent climate, fostering a collaborative and relaxed atmosphere.

Cooking and eating together is central to our daily routine. It gives a chance to discuss the session, music and hang out in a relaxed environment.

Constança Aparício

When we're too busy to cook, our catering team is here to help. They specialise in dishes made with fresh, seasonal ingredients.

Filipe is a master at preparing meat, fish, and sushi, while Constança creates incredible plant-based dishes tailored for vegans and vegetarians.

Meet the catering team

OUR VALUES

Authenticity

Rooted in vintage sound and honest expression, Supertone Sonic Lab is all about real music, no filters.

Collaboration

A creative retreat where musicians connect, share ideas, and grow together through the magic of collaboration and live interaction.

VITALITY

Experience a breath of ocean air and a fresh perspective—stepping outside the usual to spark true creative flow.


A Sanctuary for Sound

Like the world's most renowned residential studios (think the immersive environments of Miraval or La Fabrique), Supertone Sonic Lab offers more than just equipment; it's a profound creative experience.

This warm, characterful space, nestled in natural beauty, is crafted for you to relax, leave stress behind, and focus completely on your music. It's an invitation to an inspirational and rewarding life experience, where environment and acoustics intertwine to foster unparalleled creativity.

Live Experiment

Sonic Lab is where sound becomes experience—created, shared, and felt in the moment.

A Relaxed Atmosphere

To further enhance your stay and ensure a truly special, stress-free environment, our four friendly Labradors, Hummock, Bobby, Edith and Françoise, are always ready to offer a warm welcome and a little extra relaxation.

Perfect Climate

Enjoy a hot summer Mediterranean climate, much like Los Angeles – ideal for work and relaxation. You can cool off in our swimming pool, or within three minutes, swim in the lagoon or the Atlantic Ocean: the choice is yours.

THE PHILOSOPHY


The Smile playing together at Abbey Road

The philosophy

THE ART OF TOGETHERNESS

We believe true magic happens when musicians connect, playing together in the same room, capturing the raw feel and performance over sterile perfection. Think iconic 60s and 70s records – George Harrison, The Band, The Beatles and now with The Smile, Radiohead and may others.

While we cherish live tracking, we understand that it is not always desirable, or possible and our clients always come first.

Radiohead in the studio

The passion

We are passionate about producing beautifully recorded music. With our extensive array of vintage instruments, microphones, CADAC analogue console and recording to the latest versions of Pro Tools Ultimate / Ableton Live, you get the best of both analogue and digital worlds.

At the end of the day, it’s all about putting the right microphone in the right place in the right space.


Portugal's Coastal Muse


Foz do Arelho, home of Supertone Sonic Lab. Portugal

Foz do Arelho

Where Lagoon Meets Ocean

Our vibrant home, Foz do Arelho, is a picturesque coastal village nestled at the confluence of the calm, warm waters of the Óbidos Lagoon and the invigorating Atlantic Ocean.

This charming locale, a traditional seasonal vacation resort, has long captivated visitors with its soft golden sands, clear waters, and stunning natural beauty.

Beyond its idyllic beach, Foz do Arelho offers a quaint village centre with narrow streets, traditional houses, and local shops, retaining the genuine hospitality and relaxed pace of Portuguese life. It's an ideal spot for both water sports enthusiasts and those simply seeking tranquil relaxation by the sea.

Caldas da Rainha, Portugal

Caldas da Rainha

A City of Culture

Only 15 minutes away, Caldas da Rainha is a UNESCO City of Culture, renowned for its vibrant arts scene and inspiring atmosphere. Home to a university with sound and arts courses, it's a city ripe for exploration and creative stimulation.

Óbidos

A Medieval Jewel

Just a short drive from Caldas da Rainha, discover the enchanting walled town of Óbidos. This picturesque medieval village is crowned by an ancient, majestic castle whose origins trace back to Roman and Moorish times. With its well-preserved walls, narrow cobblestone streets, and whitewashed houses, 

Óbidos offers a captivating step back in time, famously a traditional wedding gift from Portuguese kings to their queens, earning it the moniker "The Town of Queens."

Map showing the route from Lisbon Airport to Supertone Sonic Lab

Seamless Access

A convenient hour's drive on quiet roads from Lisbon Airport makes your artistic escape both seamless and spectacularly rewarding.

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Portuguese Cuisine & Culture: A Real Taste of Portugal


Simon Campbell buying vegetables in Caldas da Rainha

Culinary Delights

Savour the Local Flavours & Rich Heritage

Portugal's fresh produce is second to none, a cornerstone of its delicious cuisine.

The Praça da Fruta in Caldas da Rainha stands as the longest-running open-air market in Portugal and is an experience not to miss. Here, amidst historic architecture adorned with traditional Portuguese tiles, you'll find a vibrant daily spectacle of local producers offering an incredible variety of fresh fruits, vegetables, vibrant flowers, artisanal bread, cheeses, and olives. It's a true sensory delight, alive with the sounds and colours of authentic Portuguese life.

We ensure every guest gets a true taste of Portugal during their stay – especially the world-class fresh fish, caught that very morning from the Atlantic, with local fishermen often seen digging for clams in the lagoon.

O'Clock Bar, Foz do Arelho - Supertone Sonic Lab, Portugal

Local Dining & Entertainment

Our curated list includes many high-quality local restaurants, offering a diverse culinary journey from traditional Portuguese to international flavours like Egyptian, Italian, Spanish, Indian, Tibetan and Pakistani cuisine.

Vegetarian options are also abundant.

After your recording sessions, unwind at unique live music venues and dance clubs for that perfect late-night experience.

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