Recording here is a bit like falling down Alice's rabbit hole. Behind an unassuming black door and…read more"falling up" the black stairway is a wonderland of studios. The one I recorded in had this awesome Moulin-Rouge vibe and it was tricked out with everything you could ever need. As a lowly narrator, I can't tell you all the details about tech specs and whatnot, but I trust my publishing house only books the best. Tim was the most warm and friendly guy and put me right at ease (which goes a long way in this industry and in life in general--some folks are just technically competent but completely relationally incompetent, unfortunately). It was so cool to get a chance to get a peek into his awesome microcosm tucked away in Highland Park. Highly recommend.

This review is long overdue, but the praise can't go unsung for Tim at York Recording. My band…read morerecorded our debut album there and couldn't be more pleased with every part of the experience. We bumbled around with a couple amateur producers and home studios before discovering York. This is the real deal if you want to record, mix, edit or master anything resembling legitimate-sounding music, voice-overs or podcasts. Tim took the time to meet us ahead of committing and gave us a great vibe and tour of his studio. Once we pulled the trigger, he was super professional but also relaxed and fun to be around. It was like recording with an old friend, but in a high-end studio with top-notch gear. The vibe of York also attracted us: tastefully decorated and adorned with cool stuff, not to mention the cherry vintage gear he has available. As a drummer, I salivated at some of his snares! Guitars, drums, keys, amps, mics and pres, all sweet as pie. Not to mention his digital stuff, high-end emulators and plugins all hooked into a HD ProTools rig. Best of both worlds. Speaking of which, Tim is literally the Billy the Kid of ProTools. He's smoking fast and the only thing that held us up was us! We tracked our entire album over two weekends which is crazy quick (it can take anywhere from a few weeks to months for an album) and returned for mixing. Because of the efficiency, we ended up spending less than on our 6-song E.P. that didn't sound half as good. Tim gave us sage advice and lent himself to produce, but also gave us complete creative control. His ears are amazing and his decades of engineering experience really showed. It really helped us at every step. I'm still amazed at how good the mix sounds on every system I play it on -- car, phone, earbuds. It just translates so well and I'm even more convinced than before (not that I doubted) that his informed intention behind every decision was the best for our project. We look forward to working with him again in the future! Thanks Timbo! P.S. We were there this past summer in the middle of COVID-19. Tim wears a mask in-session and keeps his place meticulously clean and sanitized. There was plenty of space to keep distance and we felt very safe.

Amazing studio to work in. Zack is the nicest and most helpful guy, he made sure everything went…read moresmoothly he knows what he's doing. Even recording a tuba was no big deal! Tons of high end gear, processing equipment, etc. Makes for some high quality recordings. Overall just a super chill place to hang out in too the studio itself is elegant but comfortable! Definitely will be coming here again!

From the owner: R2R--a new recording studio with a classic vibe featuring the finest in vintage and modern…read moreequipment in an outstanding acoustic environment. Featuring the Quad 8 Mixing Board that was in Shangri La Studio A. Used by artists such as Fleetwood Mac, The Band, and Bob Dylan

I'm in Los Angeles doing some fill-in shows for a friend of mine. I recently moved to Tucson from…read moreTorrance and needed a spot with drums to practice and learn the material. This place is unbelievable. The staff is great and they are beyond accommodating. Sipan is friendly and attentive to detail. The drums were top notch, but remember to bring cymbals. Thank you guys!! I'll be sure to check out rehearsal space when I'm in town for gigs.

Mike was great. Parking is easy. Comfortable. They had everything we needed and we were happy.read more

How have I not reviewed this place yet??? We rented this place to film a big band live recording in…read more2019 and could not have been happier with the experience. Sam was amazing at making sure we had everything we needed, he helped us set up, and communication was so quick, clear, and easy. We are going to book Sam's place again for our future projects!!

We rented the place to film a short movie and we had the best experience! The owners were really…read morenice and extremely helpful while we were using the space. We had access to everything we needed, including being able to park several cars on their lot. The doors were open to us every time we needed to check some details ahead of time. And there is a Starbucks right in the corner! The space has different rooms (kitchen, lounge, the spacious studio, restrooms) which is great for those who need to bring a lot of people. We had 45 people inside, plus equipments, and still everybody was nicely accommodated. 5 stars!

Rockstar is a very cool place to have a studio. Located in the heart of Dogtown Los Angeles…read more It has the feel of a real rehearsal studio. Friendly Management and People.

I've been working out of this place for years. It was definitely a challenge to deal with the prior…read moremanagement, but the new team is awesome! Location is great. Central to LA. 24 hour access is crucial for late night gigs. Jay, the manager, is a chill guy. He'll get on your ass if you disrespect the place like leave garbage in the lobby or break the rules, but he looks out for everyone and has always been reasonable. The spot is great to store your gear, have meetings, rehearse your music, record and produce music during quite hours, and make connections. It gets hot in the summer, but the rooms have AC. Overall this place is a gem. It has allowed me to grow my music, my business and my brand.

Love working here! The place is tucked away in a discreet location in Eagle Rock, with plenty of…read morenearby amenities for those mid-session munchies and food runs. The studio has all my go to gear and plug-ins. I've worked with rappers, comedians, singers and even voice actors here. Marcel is super accommodating and always makes sure every session runs smoothly. I will definitely keep coming back.

Excellent studio with the right equipment to get the job done! I worked on and off for a year on my…read morerecord here and ended with an album of the highest quality. Marcel is very flexible with scheduling. At the start of my sessions he assisted with setup and answered any questions I had before leaving my engineer and I alone to dive into our work. He still was accessible should we have needed him during a session. The studio is in a quiet location with a focused yet intimate feel to it. Very easy for session guest and local catering to find if in the middle of a session. I had a great experience working on my music album at Eagle Rock and am happy to recommend the studio to others. Thank you Marcel!! -Keven Porter Jr

Goodpeeples Studios is the real deal!!! Love the vibes, which makes it easier to create. The owner…read moreJoe is always responsive and willing to help out with any issues. This will always be my go-to-spot.

Great vibe, great resources, great experience. I highly recommend this place. If you need an…read moreengineer/producer, ask for Meech.