Studio at Big City Recording Studios

Recording Studio
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Private space
17021 Chatsworth Street, Los Angeles, CA 91344
Granada Hills, Los Angeles, CA

About this space

We are a full-service studio providing expertise in recording, mixing, and mastering. We can also come to you for Location Recording for audio AND video.

One of the main attractions of the studio is the Yamaha C7 Concert Grand piano. Measuring 7'6", the low end and overall power of this piano are impressive. The action and regulation are maintained to factory specifications at all times. Many artists compliment the unusual warmth and presence of this particular C7. This is due to the voicing technique applied to make the tone a little warmer while still providing the clarity the C7 is known for especially when playing energetically.

The control room is especially suited for mixing and mastering with the tuned Tannoy FSM and Manley ML-10 speaker systems. And yes, we do have Yamaha NS-10s to make everyone feel at home!

The studio has a rich history of all types of recording artists spanning more than 40 years. We look forward to you becoming part of the studio's legacy!


Prices

Sunday
Closed
Note: All prices include sales tax.
Monday
11:00 am – 7:00 pm
from $138 hire fee per hour
Per hour
11:00 am – 7:00 pm
from $138 hire fee per hour
Note: All prices include sales tax.
Tuesday
11:00 am – 7:00 pm
from $138 hire fee per hour
Per hour
11:00 am – 7:00 pm
from $138 hire fee per hour
Note: All prices include sales tax.
Wednesday
11:00 am – 7:00 pm
from $138 hire fee per hour
Per hour
11:00 am – 7:00 pm
from $138 hire fee per hour
Note: All prices include sales tax.
Thursday
11:00 am – 7:00 pm
from $138 hire fee per hour
Per hour
11:00 am – 7:00 pm
from $138 hire fee per hour
Note: All prices include sales tax.
Friday
11:00 am – 7:00 pm
from $138 hire fee per hour
Per hour
11:00 am – 7:00 pm
from $138 hire fee per hour
Note: All prices include sales tax.
Saturday
12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
from $138 hire fee per hour
Per hour
12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
from $138 hire fee per hour
Note: All prices include sales tax.
Minimum booking duration: 4 hours

Capacity

Standing
up to 15

Catering and drinks

No in-house catering available
No external catering allowed
No alcohol provided by the venue
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
PA system / speakers
Free parking is available on-site
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Control Room / Studio Monitoring
DAWs
Microphones
Converters / Preamps / Processing
Direct Boxes
Studio Instruments
Projector
Flatscreen TV
Whiteboard
Flipchart
Conference call facilities
Air conditioner
Natural light
Storage space
Quiet space
Alcohol licence

Music & sound equipment

Own music not allowed
Bring your own DJ not allowed
No noise restrictions

Accessibility

Accessible toilets
Ground level
Accessible parking spot available
Lift to all floors
Cargo lift
Wheelchair accessible

Rules of the space

Allowed events

No promoted and ticketed events allowed
No wedding licence
No temporary Event Notice (TENs) available

Host rules

Damage done to the studio or equipment will result in an extra charge.

Cancellation policy: Flexible with Grace Period

Show cancellation details

Welcome to Big City Recording Studios!

Big City Recording Studios is a Los Angeles-based recording facility founded in 1980. Originally called Sounder Studios, it was sold and completely remodeled in 1999. The studio has been a mainstay for recording all types of acoustic music including jazz, classical, pop, rock, blues, country, singer-songwriter, etc for over 40 years.

Much of the original vintage equipment is still in use while other inferior and outdated gear was updated. One of the main attractions of the studio is the Yamaha C7 Concert Grand piano which many pianists have praised as being one of the best pianos in LA.


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