Sony Pictures Streamlines Production Process with ADR 3 Overhaul
In the heart of Hollywood, Sony Pictures Studios has recently undergone a significant transformation. The ADR 3 stage, a historic recording facility, has been meticulously renovated and upgraded to accommodate the demands of modern post-production sound work.
The renovation of ADR 3, which was initially a recording studio in the late 1970s, was spearheaded by a long-term plan initiated by Sony Pictures Studios in 2014 to modernize its post-production facilities. The upgraded ADR 3 is now a state-of-the-art space designed for mixing and Automatic Dialog Replacement (ADR) work, though specific details about the exact equipment installed during the renovation remain undisclosed.
The renovation process involved a complete overhaul of the two rooms, expansion, reconfiguration, and the installation of new walls, insulation, and acoustic treatments. The new gear installed includes a 24-fader Avid S6 with MTRX II I/O, Pro Tools HDX, a Tascam DA6400 recorder, BSS BLU for routing and switching, Klang headphone amps, Shure wireless, a new system for streamers, a new camera system, and iPhone and iPad comms.
ADR 3, located adjacent to the world-famous Barbra Streisand Scoring Stage on the Sony Pictures Studios lot, can comfortably host small ensembles of six to ten for group sessions. The window that was covered up during the renovation provided a direct view of the Streisand Stage, offering a unique connection to the studio's rich history.
The renovation of ADR 3 is not just a technological upgrade; it's a testament to the studio's commitment to providing the best environment for sound professionals. The recent Instagram reel by Sony Post Production Sound showcases the newly renovated ADR 3, emphasizing its technological enhancement and improved environment for sound professionals.
As of 2025, the final step in the modernization process was the conversion of three ADR stages to an all-digital audio chain, starting with ADR 3. This conversion has proven to be a favorite among voice actors, marking a new era for post-production sound at Sony Pictures Studios.
The ADR 3 stage, once a Colorado recording studio from the 1970s, is now a shining example of modern technology meeting Hollywood's rich history. The newly renovated ADR 3, opened in March 2025, is now the home of ADR Mixer Marilyn Morris, continuing the legacy of excellence in sound production at Sony Pictures Studios.
[1] Source: Sony Post Production Sound Instagram reel, July 19, 2025.
- The sonic landscape of Hollywood has been reshaped with the unveiling of the newly renovated ADR 3 stage at Sony Pictures Studios, a post-production facility designed for modern sound work, including mixing and Automatic Dialog Replacement (ADR).
- The transformation of the historic ADR 3 stage, initially a recording studio in the late 1970s, is not only a technological upgrade but a testament to Sony Pictures Studios' commitment to providing an optimal environment for sound professionals.
- The newly renovated ADR 3, outfitted with the latest digital audio gadgets such as a 24-fader Avid S6 with MTRX II I/O, Pro Tools HDX, Tascam DA6400, BSS BLU for routing and switching, Klang headphone amps, Shure wireless, and a system for streamers, offers top-notch technology and comfort for sound design.
- ADR Mixer Marilyn Morris now calls the newly renovated ADR 3 her home, furthering the legacy of excellence in sound production at Sony Pictures Studios.
- The renovated ADR 3 stage, integrated with cutting-edge technology and echoing the rich history of Hollywood, provides a perfect setting for voice actors, as evidenced by the favourable responses following the stage's conversion to an all-digital audio chain in 2025.
- The unity of technology and history is evident in the Sony Pictures Studios' ADR 3 stage, a beacon of modern sound design innovation in the heart of Hollywood.
