I hardly have anything nice to say about anything.. you know me, I'm a prick…read more But if you are in a band you need to know about this place. I am a professional musician, and I have recorded all over LA. And I can say this is the BEST place to record. The production team is second to NONE, the facilities are FANTASTIC, they literally have EVERYTHING you can ever want, and your recording will sound BETTER than you expected. Bonus: Hefe Weizen on tap in the lounge, and a 52" plasma with xbox 360 with GUITAR HERO II!!!!!!! Oh, bitches... this place rules... I thought you knew.

Joe Fik for teh win!…read more We recorded an single here in 2010. It was a real pleasure to work with the studio's manager Joe Fik and recording engineer/clutch bass session guitarist Eddie)! Chill vibe, great sound and complete professionalism were order of the two days we were in the studio! Thanks guys for making it a great experience!

I have been in the business for a very long time.. and never felt complete, but I'm truly happy to…read moresay that I've finally found a producer and a friend who listens to me and understands the vision I am going for or hear in my head and executes every record we work on... the energy is insane, the vibe is truly inspiring and the love & positivity von gives to his artist is something that you don't want to lose in a producer!!! It's magic!!! I highly suggest you work with this talented young buck!!! 10s across the board !!!!! Don't wait, go sign up now!!!!

Studio Eight is Awesome!!! It has a really nice set up and Awesome Led lights to set the mood for…read morewhatever you are recording!! The Owner & Engineer Von is Amazing!!! He really makes you comfortable while performing, gives you constructive help to bring out your voice, and is super supportive and Encouraging!! I had a Wonderful session and will be back this week!! Thanks for all you do Von!!

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.

Great space with an intimate vibe. Everyone was super helpful and had an amazing time recording…read morehere!

I came for a studio visit to check out and get information about recording. Came back with…read moreknowledge and meeting really great people! The place is very homely. Evan was gracious to explain their services. Karina and Reggie were super kind and knowledgeable. Also grateful that the owner Elik allowed me to visit the place.

I've known Peter Hong since our college days and he was always the one getting things done behind…read morethe sound/mixing board. But his talents go beyond that. I went to a sold out concert at the iconic El Rey Theater in Los Angeles and there were 800+ people screaming loudly for LA hip hop legend Pigeon John and guess who was playing keyboard, Peter Hong. He not only records, he creates. Whenever I needed to record a song, I always went to my man Peter because not only does he know what he's doing, but he creates an atmosphere that allows creativity, quality, and efficiency. He creates a business like atmosphere but we also have a great time mixing everything and experimenting with various sounds. I would highly recommend anyone who is serious about recording your track and album to get your single and record done with Peter. I've always have a great time at Studio 5A and looking forward to recording more tracks! STUDIO 5A = 5 STARS. 5 As. PERIOD.

Peter is definitely the best producer and engineer that I've ever worked with. My company as well…read moreas companies that I've worked with have hired him for our production needs and he's done an amazing job every time. Not only does he know exactly what his audience and the people he works with wants, he goes beyond to ensure satisfaction. His work with huge stars in both Korea and the US can attest to this. I'll definitely be using Peter again for all my projects and recommend anyone looking to get consultation or some help with their music to call Peter and make the best decision for their career or company.

Studio City Sound has been part of some real milestones for me over the years. A few highlights…read morefrom our work together: Billboard Hot 100 Hits * "Rock On" - #1 * "Was It Nothing at All" - #24 * "Cover of Love" - #31 * "What a Price to Pay" - #60 Billboard Adult Contemporary (AC) Hits * "Was It Nothing at All" - #7 * "(There'll Never Be) Another You" - #26 * "Bring Back the Christmas Card" (feat. Sharon Hendrix) - #27 * "Rock On (2009)" - #28 * "Straight from My Heart" - #47 * "Shadows in the Night" - #5 Billboard Dance If you want a team that knows how to bring a record home, this is it.

Excellent studio. State of the art equipment, great people. Friendly and patient yet…read moreprofessional. Loved the experience. Highly recommend.

Working with Rene at Future Sound Studios was the best decision I made in 2018…read more The worst decision I made was using my drummer's boyfriend's studio. I had three great songs that I had written over the summer that I decided needed recording for my debut album. My drummer offered her bf's studio to record the band, which was cool at first. It ended up being a HUGE mistake--the drums sounded AWFUL recorded in his place. Small, tinny, behind-a-padded-wall sound. Out of sync totally. Not to mention his overall attitude was weird--it ended up being his session, not mine. I thought there was no hope for saving these records. And I still had yet to record my vocals. Luckily, we found Rene on Yelp. With his help, I was able to record my vocals and get the drums fixed to a T. Rene made my songs go from B-side 1960's crap small-studio sounding to 2019 sparkling, widescreen Katy Perry perfection. We also go the songs done relatively quickly. I was obviously a bit trepidatious going back into a studio after that last experience, but I shouldn't have been. Rene is very nice and personable, the opposite of what I experience so often in Hollywood. I felt comfortable in his studio the second I stepped foot inside. Rene and I are also on the same wavelength creatively--we both feel when a take is right and when it's not, when a song is hot and when it's not. He is very honest and will tell you the truth, which I appreciate. My favorite part of working with him is his sense of humor. I also respect how I requested no autotune on my voice and he actually listened--most other engineer/producers I've worked with laugh right in my face at that and never do it, they're too egotistical to ever let the singer make mistakes on their record. But he let me try it. Remember, as a mixer, masterer and engineer, his success is your success. He is a hard worker-I must have asked him for 40 files for TV and film placement purposes and he sent me every single one immediately. He is a walking plethora of musical knowledge. The actual room is small where I recorded, but it worked fine for me and my backup singer. If you really wanted to, you could cram a small choir in there, maybe a horn. Rene's studio is for overdubs, not bands. So, keep that in mind. Although he does have other rooms. Great, high-quality gear, too. Fantastic mics. Rene is awesome! I can't imagine going to anyone else to finish this album. Excited to work with him again. Would recommend! 10/10 ***check out edithviolette.com to hear the final product, will be out soon***

I hired Rene to make the music for several of my songs. I couldn't have been more happy with his…read moreservice. He is an amazingly talented composer, friendly, welcoming, accommodating and will even add ideas to boost your track. My songs got so much attention. I think because everyone loved the beat so much . I feel like I've got a few hits on my hand. All you have to do is give him an idea of what you like and he's gonna produce that no problem. The studio is also clean and fun. U will feel like a star here! I highly recommend him. OH and did I mention the man has SOOOUUULLLLLLLLLLL

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.