What more can be said about this recording studio known more for its owner's name than the quality…read moreof its recordings? Quite a bit. The interns are very helpful, engineers know their shit, all areas are kept clean, and there's a friendly cat by the name of Pip who seems to keep tabs on everything going on at all times. Despite it being a former meat locker / factory, there studio has a very homely feeling. That makes long sessions much easier to get through.

All analog all the time. Steve is a living legend and pro coffee maker. Need to make a record?…read more Book time and thank me later. The best there is!!!

This is the PERFECT space for musicians to practice! Easy to enter, well-insulated, safe!read more

Been renting here for 3 months now and it's gone well. The main guy, Sam, is pretty cool and down…read moreto earth. Very lax-type environment to create music. Good prices!

Gravity Studios is incredible…read more From start to finish, the whole experience was smooth and easy. Ramsey, the studio manager, was on top of everything -- super clear communication, super organized, and genuinely cared about making the session great. Nothing felt stressful or rushed at any point. Danny, our engineer, absolutely crushed it. He was fast, dialed in, and knew exactly how to get the best out of the session without overthinking anything. The vibe stayed relaxed, the takes came together quickly, and it just felt like working with someone who really knows what they're doing. The files came back insanely fast and were perfectly organized -- which honestly matters more than people realize. No chasing, no confusion, just solid work delivered quickly. One of the best studio experiences we've had. Can't wait to go back.

Great staff, unbelievable setup. Would recommend to any musician serious about recording!read more

I'm over 50 and have been hustling in this business a long time. I have to say that, with all…read morehonestly, Rick was the most professional recording human I've worked with. I was coming in for a session after a 15 year hiatus. I was terrified. The whole experience was so fun, welcoming and masterful that I had totally forgotten to be nervous! Rick is incredibly talented and patient and gives excellent and helpful notes/suggestions to make your piece as best as it can be. I will be back for sure and I've already recommended Handwritten Recording to everyone on my Friends List. LOL. If you've got it in ya - Rick can get it outta ya. LOL

He genuinely gives a shit…read more In all seriousness, this was one of the best recording experiences I've had in this city. Rick is interested, more than capable, friendly, professional, and has mastered the ability of constructive criticism -- and yet will be the first to admit that he can be wrong in his suggestions. His rates are reasonable, his space is warm and comfortable, his gear is top notch. Ive enjoyed every moment of recording, mixing, chatting about beer (even though he trends towards the obnoxiously hoppy), and simply sharing space with him. Go make a record with him! What are you waiting for?

Mark Sobot the owner was involved start to finish helping get the project done. Prices are…read moreextremely fair, and the studio is modern with the rest of the staff professional and accommodating. SVS is now our "to go" studio for recording music. This place is a GEM, couldn't be more pleased.

Not the best. Decent engineers. Old equipment and software. This "studio" is a room within Fort…read moreKnox Studios. There are dozens of bands practicing here so it's loud. The rooms are not soundproof so its hard to get a good clean sound without any background noise. This is not a bad hobby studio, if you can get a deal on pricing. It's better than using garage band. But for really professional recording I have looked elsewhere.

Back again! I had the pleasure of working with Tightrope Recording for my new podcast series, I…read morecouldn't be happier with the results. From start to finish, Jessi, Colin and Max went above and beyond to ensure that every aspect of the recording process was seamless and professional. First and foremost, the studio itself was top-notch. They have an amazing amount of options of microphones to choose from, I went with a Sennheiser 416. Additionally, the studio's acoustics were excellent, providing a clean and crisp sound without any unwanted background noise, we used studio A mostly. The entire recording process was enjoyable and stress-free, I was there a lot so that's saying something- Overall I can't recomend them enough. If you're looking for a recording studio that will deliver then make sure you work with them.

Tightrope Recording, and their owner Max, did not live up to their promises. They promised a great…read morerecording and finished mixes for one price of $1500. They did a great job recording, but sent us home with only the rough cut, and no finished mixes. They claimed that it took a lot of effort to set up for a multi-instrument band and they had to bring in extra help, thus extra cost. They had no more money or time to finish the mixes. Max had the audacity to say that each song would be at least another $350 to finish, even though he promised us finished mixes when we spoke on the phone. I feel that this was unscrupulous practice. Make sure you get your promises in writing from Max, or he may just try to swindle you.

Working with Chris Steinmetz at Stonecutter Records was incredible. The studio itself is…read moreprofessional, comfortable, and overall super cool. Chris has decades of experience in the music industry, and as a starting artist, has immensely helped me get the most out of my music.  To be able to utilize this studio's top-tier equipment is one thing, but the atmosphere Chris creates is unmatched. He has a focus on getting the sound right and pushing each project to its fullest potential which I really admire. Whether you're a new artist looking for guidance or a seasoned musician who wants the highest-level recording, this studio is where it's at. I couldn't be happier with the results and highly recommend Chris and Stonecutter Records for anyone looking to bring their music to the next level.

I was looking for a studio to record one of my clients, my at-home studio is good, but I wanted to…read morehave his recording be top quality! So, I was looking around for studios in Chicago and Stonecutter was the first to pop up and was already looking promising. I had talked to Chris and set up a meeting and tour and what a nice and genuine guy! He really made us feel at home here, the interns are hardworking and made us feel welcomed. If you're in Chicago and looking for a place to record your next record, I'd definitely recommend Chris and Stonecutter Recording Studios!

Recently used Mystery Street Recording Company, and Joe Tessone provided excellent service…read more Specifically, Mystery Street was able to transfer audio files from 40-year-old cassette tapes to digital. Joe cleaned up the files and "restored" the audio quality. He provided both MP3 files and higher quality audio files. Getting the files was easy- Joe provided us with a download link for quick access. Pricing was reasonable for the quality of work and turnaround time. For a fee of $100/tape in addition to the hourly rate, we received expedited service.

They lost our files multiple times, and then spent way to long to re-record things because they…read morewere constantly distracted and talking about unrelated things. There are many more professional studios in the area.