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Depot Sound offers a welcoming, professional, and affordable recording environment for musicians and artists of all genres. Based in the creative heart of Devonport—just minutes from the waterfront and local cafes—we specialise in recording, mixing, and original music production, with a focus on supporting both emerging and established talent.

Our main studio features a spacious control room an

d live room suitable for bands, solo artists, and community groups. It now includes a brand-new, handmade Ekadek recording console, delivering outstanding sound quality for every session.

We have an in-house engineer/producer, plus a network of trusted freelancers we can connect you with—whether you're after producers, co-writers, session players, or mixing specialists. From your first recording experience to international touring projects, Depot provides everything you need to bring your music to life.

Many artists have had their start at the Depot, and we’re proud to continue supporting the next wave of talent.

Recent clients include:
Head Like A Hole, The Warratahs (Country Music Album of the Year 2016), Brendon Thomas and the Vibes, October, Push Push, Lakes, Blue Ruin, Play it Strange, Huhu Films, Hamilton County Bluegrass Band, John Rowles, Fire At Will, The Dead Beat Boys, Static Era, Thin White Lines, Poison Skies, Shepherds of Cassini, Damn The Trend, Vivid, Delic Exodus, Racing, and The Rubics.

13/02/2026

DEPOT Sound is excited to now be recording sessions for winners and entrants from the 2025 DEPOT Sound Schools Songwriting Competition. 🎵🎤🎸

We recently saw our Senior Division first-place winner Emily Cuff recording her winning song Polly Pocket with DEPOT Sound Lead Engineer Nate Selway, with other finalists recording throughout February.

You can listen to the shortlist of competition finalists at the link below:

https://depot.org.nz/sound/ -competition

Stay tuned as we'll share these songs when they are formally released, and get in touch if you have a music project you want to take to the next level!

https://depot.org.nz/sound/

15/12/2025

Some of Aotearoa’s best short stories being read by well-known actors are now available on podcast! ‘Writers Write : Actors Read’ was recorded live at Ockham Collective’s The Nix in Auckland, and recorded by DEPOT Sound.

Actors in the series include Jamie Irvine, Elisabeth Easther, John Leigh, Miriama Smith, Jennifer Ward-Lealand, Mele Toli, Donna Brookbanks, Rutene Spooner, Claire Chitham, Millen Baird, and Maaka Pohatu. They read stories by Damien Wilkins, Michelle Duff, Owen Marshall, Patricia Grace, Maurice Gee, Maria Samuela, Amy Head, Keri Hulme, Catherine Chidgey, Airini Beautrais, and Airana Ngarewa.

Curator Bridget van der Zijpp says, ‘It was a really heart-warming experience to see these talented actors bring the stories to life in front of an audience this year, and I am excited to have the opportunity to share the recordings more widely through the podcast.’

The stories are available at the link below, or through the usual podcast players like Apple Podcasts and Spotify. The stories will also be broadcast on RNZ National over the summer.

https://writerswriteactorsread.buzzsprout.com/

The series is curated by Bridget van der Zijpp, and recorded and mastered by DEPOT Sound.

We love working with the literary world and look forward to recording more audiobooks and podcasts in 2026. Get in touch at depot.org.nz/sound and let’s explore your next project!

07/12/2025

Thank you to everyone who submitted their original song into the 2025 DEPOT Sound Schools Songwriting Competition, we’re absolutely thrilled with the volume and quality of entries this year!

We are delighted to announce the WINNERS, runners-up, and special mentions, as well as be able to share our shortlist of finalists for your listening pleasure.

Junior First: ‘Human Enough’ by Siena Fitzgerald (Northcote College)
Junior Second: ‘Tonight’ by Kiera Fabellar (Northcote Intermediate)
Junior Special Mention: 'Wake Up Call' (co-written by band Vortex) and 'Dishwash Cleaner', both by Laura Alchin (Northcote College)

Senior First: ‘Polly Pocket’ by Emily Cuff (Long Bay)
Senior Second: ‘Notice’ by Levol Y (Manurewa)
Senior Special Mentions: ‘Do You Remember’ by Millie Liu (Rangi Ruru) and ‘Hold On’ by Jouitta (Southern Cross Campus)

Congratulations to our winners, and a huge shoutout to Electric Kiwi for powering this important competition and supporting the next generation of musicians! ⚡🦾

Link below to listen to the Top 20 picks from this year’s entries! The standard this year has been incredible, and narrowing it down was no easy task. Well done and thanks again to everyone who entered, and see you for next year’s competition!

https://depot.org.nz/whats-on/winners-announcement-schools-songwriting-competition-2025/

24/11/2025

Last week we had the absolute pleasure of welcoming Life Unknown to the studio. 🎶

They will be recording their debut alt-rock album with us, drawing inspiration from bands such as Smashing Pumpkins, Queens of the Stone Age, and Paramore. 🎸🥁

We’ve got plenty of work ahead of us this summer, so watch this space! 🎧

03/11/2025

Last week we were blessed by the stellar vocals of the In the Works team 🎤🎵🎶

They’ll be back with in January recording their upcoming concept album with us, so watch this space! 🔎

30/10/2025

Thank you to everyone who submitted their original song into the 2025 DEPOT Sound Schools Songwriting Competition, we’re absolutely stoked with the volume of entries this year!

Entries are now closed, judging is officially underway and our international panel of industry-professional judges are excited to hear your tracks.

Keep an eye on your inbox and watch this space for our winners announcement in late November.

Winners will receive two days of free professional recording time at DEPOT Sound and will also have the option to be represented by Koze Music (Los Angeles), one of the leading sync agencies in the world. That means the finished songs could be pitched for placement in film, TV, video games, and advertising campaigns worldwide.

We’ll also be profiling our judges soon so you can learn more about them and their work in the industry.

And a huge shoutout to Electric Kiwi for powering the competition! ⚡🦾

22/10/2025

Join us on Saturday 6 December from 7:30pm at DEPOT Artspace to celebrate the release of hoop.’s latest EP, ‘Wrap Me Up in Winter’ – with special guests, the enchanting Moon Goose.

Known for curating Auckland’s Ministry of Folk events, indie folk band hoop. now steps fully into the spotlight with their fourth EP – a rich and heartfelt collection of songs exploring life, love, loss, lockdown, and the occasional social or political reflection.

Opening the night are the mesmerising Moon Goose – a duo weaving haunting harmonies, layered folk textures, and luminous storytelling into every song.

Sarah Cowie’s upcoming exhibition ‘The Moon Looked at Me Funny’ will provide the backdrop to the show.

A glass of wine is included with your ticket, provided courtesy of our hospitality partner Toi Toi Wines.

Don’t miss this intimate and unforgettable night of music, art and connection. Check the link in below for full info and to grab your tickets today!

https://depot.org.nz/event/hoop-wrap-me-up-in-winter-ep-release-show/

20/10/2025

DEPOT Sound is thrilled to announce that Electric Kiwi has partnered with us to power the 2025 Schools Songwriting Competition!

Now bigger than ever, the 6th annual Schools Songwriting Competition has expanded from the North Shore to include all Intermediate and Secondary students across Tāmaki Makaurau!

This competition has always been about celebrating young voices, creativity, and the power of original music. This year, we’re taking things a step further.

The winning songs won’t just stay local — they’ll have the chance to be heard on the world stage. Winners will receive two days of free professional recording time at DEPOT Sound and will also have the option to be represented by Koze Music (Los Angeles), one of the leading sync agencies in the world. That means the finished songs could be pitched for placement in film, TV, video games, and advertising campaigns worldwide.

This is your chance to record in a professional studio and have your song repped by a sync agent in Los Angeles - we can’t wait to hear your songs!

Enter now, entries close Sunday 26 October!

Check the link below for full competition info and to submit your song! And please share this with any Intermediate or Secondary students in your whānau who may be interested.

https://depot.org.nz/get-involved/depot-sound-schools-songwriting-competition-2025/?utm_source=sounds-instagram&utm_medium=organic-social&utm_campaign=schools-comp-2025

Address

28 Clarence Street, Devonport
Auckland
0624

Website

http://www.depotsound.co.nz/

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