Welcome to Vision and Vibe VT
Vision and Vibe VT provides expert tube amp repair, integrated AV system design and programming, access to The Hive content creation studio, and professional media preservation services in Vermont. We specialize in restoring vintage and modern tube amplifiers, delivering Extron-certified AV solutions for homes, offices, theaters, and more, supporting creators with high-end recording and editing setups, and breathing new life into your old photos, slides, negatives, and film through digitization and AI-powered restoration using advanced models and 56 GB of VRAM for precise, high-quality results.
Backed by extensive experience as Lead Audio Visual Technical Specialist III at Middlebury College—where we integrate cutting-edge technology into educational spaces and operate "The Hive" studio—we ensure reliable, thoughtful service across all our offerings.
Tube Amp Repair
Tube amp repair at the V3 Nano Lab involves thorough diagnostics to assess viability. Vintage and modern models are serviced, helping to bring amps back to life or determine if it's time for a replacement.
Service Fees:
- Bench Fee: $60/hr
AV Consulting, Integration & Programming
Integrated AV systems designed for new construction, homes, offices, theaters, and conference rooms. Services encompass consulting, seamless audio/video/control integration, and Extron-certified programming for reliable, user-friendly solutions. 3V can provide guidence or support for simple systems to complex integration. 3V gets you connected and in control
Inquire for rates and consultations.
The Hive Content Creator Studio
The compact content creation studio at Middlebury College can accommodate acts up to 4-5 people and supports influencers, podcasters, musicians, and creators with professional setups. Services include multitrack audio recording, voice-over (VO), books on tape, demos, live streaming, tiny desk-style recordings, and video/audio editing using Logic Pro and the Adobe Suite. Engineer-supported and supervised operation ensures quality. Available evenings and weekends only.
Creative AI Support: Enhance your Hive projects with our powerful AI-powered tools for photo/film restoration and original image/video generation. Using advanced models backed by 56 GB of VRAM, we can restore damaged media or create entirely new, high-quality images and short video clips from your prompts, ideas, or concepts—perfect for custom thumbnails, visuals, mood boards, concept art, background elements, or supplemental footage. These AI services can be easily combined with your studio booking for a complete creative workflow.
Service Fees:
- Engineer-supported: $60/hr
Media Digitalization and Photo/Film Restoration
Preserve your precious memories with professional digitization and AI-powered restoration services. Using advanced AI models backed by 56 GB of VRAM, we can breathe new life into old photos, slides, negatives, and film/video footage — removing scratches, tears, fading, noise, and damage while preserving authentic details and character. High-performance local processing ensures accurate, high-quality results without unnecessary alterations.
Pricing:
- Digitizing: Inquire for Quote
- Photo Restoration: $20 per photo or 10 for $150
- Video/Film: *coming soon*
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Contact Us
Email: melixir@visionandvibevt.us or melixir@visionandvibevt.com
Location: Hinesburg, VT
Reach out for inquiries or consultations.
About Johnny Meli
Extron-certified audio-visual engineer. Nineteen years at CBS Burlington as studio engineer, camera op, control rooms, live switching. Last six: lead AV Tech at Middlebury College. Handles full AV installs, Extron programming, content creation. Plays, writes, and records music as Gneiss. Shoots New Day Exposé: short videos cracking open symbols. Runs Wake Up and Play: posts on mindfulness and finding inner truth. Off-duty: hiking, camping, fishing, nothing plugged in letting the trees do the mixing.
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