Studio CBE

French recording studio founded in 1966 by Bernard Estardy (chief engineer), Georges Chatelain (director), Janine Bisson and Gunther Loof. CBE stands for Chatelain-Bisson-Estardy. The studio was technologically cutting-edge and on the forefront of experimentation and innovation. It was the first studio in France to use 8-track; in 1972 24-track equipment was installed. Currently operated by Julie Estardy (label, publishing, booking). Engineers known to have worked here: David Mestre, Alexandre Vitrac, Mathieu Baumer (video). Credited on releases as: C.B.E. CBE Studio C.B.E. Studios Studio C.B.E. C.B.E. Paris C B E Enregistrements Sonores