10/5 stars. I came to Elliot with just my acoustic original songs. He helped me record and turn…read morethem into super dope tracks! I thought it would be intimidating because I don't know anything about recording, but Elliot was so graciously patient and encouraging to help me get everything sounding exactly right. He has so much experience and thinks about music in such an interesting way! It was such a great learning experience in addition to being able to walk away with an album of my songs !

So easy to work with! Cool studio I got to record my audible version of my book at! I'm no…read moreprofessional reader, but they made the book sound great and I loved getting it done quick!

You have everything there do t need to.bringbyour equipment owner a very nice guy they have over 10…read morestudio rooms an a recording studio too.

Great rehearsal space, gear worked well, room was clean and well air conditioned. Staff was ultra…read morecool and made us feel welcome. Restrooms are spotless!

I stopped playing music for a while so I hadn't been here in two years. I finally started playing…read moreagain and was back here the last few weeks and damn, I loved this place before and I can't say enough how awesome this place is now. Since my hiatus they really upped their music store. They had brand new ESP guitars on the wall, Blackstar Amps, tons of strings, straps, picks, pedals, drum heads, you name it, they had it. All quality stuff, not low quality unknown brands. I stocked up on Ernie Ball strings and picked up a new heavy duty cable while I was there and the best part was the price...all the gear is at or below Guitar Center or Musicians Friend. I will now come here for all my needs (there is a Keeley pedal I have my eye on). I have rehearsed in all 6 rooms and they are all great. They all have their own characteristics and as long as your band understands dynamics and everyone doesn't turn to 11, all these rooms are great but my favorite is the newer Room A. I like the hardwood floors and the acoustics treatment is great (the sofa is a plus). Lastly, the staff is great. Alway super friendly and helpful. They are all in bands (some well known) and know their stuff but really down to earth and I can't thank them enough for that. I believe it rubs off on everyone who rehearses because even the bands you run into in the halls or outside all seem to be really cool and friendly as well. (I arrived the other day and as I stepped out of the car the fella next to me made eye contact and complimented my choice of music (I was bumping Thin Lizzy) then I walked by two guys who were chatting outside by the door that were kind enough to says what's up and step aside for my gear...by the time I got to my room I was in a great mood and it lead to a great rehearsal). I never get dirty looks or hear mumbling when you walk by and that is sort of rare at other spots. I guess it's true that you attract like minded people and this will always be my go to spot to rehearse. I didn't want to leave a review because it is hard to get a spot here because they always fill up and my selfish side does not want to let more people find out about them but in the end this really is a great establishment that deserves the recognition and a real review (there are some reviews that I am pretty sure are fake or posted by a complete imbecile ). Keep up the great work guys!

I don't want to knock this place completely, but they have certain things going on that annoy me…read more I play with triggers, but the heads on the kick drums are so old and loose and poorly maintained, that you cannot even get enough of a response on them for the trigger to pick it up. And this is in the many rooms we've tried. On the plus, they have tons of rooms and generally decent parking, although prepare to have to park far away in the parking lot. On the big minuses, is their refusal to book any room starting on an odd number hour. So, for example, you cannot book a room from 1-3 pm. They insist you start at noon, when they open or at 2pm, so they don't have to eat the 1 hour from 12-1pm. I've never faced this at any other rehearsal studio in Los Angeles. They will book you from 12-3, however, and then just eat the hour from 3-4pm. Huh?! Like, dude, your logic makes zero sense. I'd rather go to Grooveworks in Long Beach or Summit in Pasadena. Many other good spots without such arbitrary rules. Luckily won't have to go back. Trying to talk logic to the owner is like beating your head against a wall.

Hi guys! I had recorded several songs with Mark, a.k.a. Mellow Mac, already, and every session was…read morea great experience. Mark produced song quality with the highest standards, and he knows how to make me feel relaxed so that I could be at my best, also. I highly recommend that you try KramPro Studio.

love working with Mark he has taken my music to a whole new…read morelevel. Reliable talented and affordable been looking for Mark for years!!!

I've gone to several rehearsal studios throughout so cal. The residency program at BlacknGold blows…read moreevery one of them out of the water. From full back line, DAW access, cables, mic locker, sound boards, P.A, etc, the place is really a hub to help give your project highly valuable tools and studio experience if you put the work in. Mike has been cool throughout out tenure and we've even done photo shoots, music videos, and more here. Located in the heart of uptown Whittier, right next to one of the best record stores in the greater L.A area (shout out to Lovell's!), the studio is a gem. So glad we found this place and thanks to Mike for giving us a place to call home. Stoked to be bringing our debut L.P to life here.

BlacknGold Studio is a community-oriented shared space that still delivers the professional gear,…read moreworkflow, and intentional vibe that bands need to keep leveling up. With a welcoming owner, a continually improving environment, and a location that's easy to work around, it's a great fit for bands that want to practice, record, and grow week after week. Mike (the owner) is super cool, and you can tell he takes pride in the place. He's always willing to upgrade gear even when nobody asks. Overall, it's the rare studio where you can feel the pride in the room, and that translates directly into better outcomes for the bands using it.

I spoke with Xavier at GLS and made an appointment for a Ukulele lesson for my daughter who is 7…read more He sounded very knowledgeable and told me that my daughter should start off with a Ukulele and move on to a guitar. I spoke with him last week and made a lesson for today at 11:30am. I got there 10 mins early and he was not there and the business was closed. I sent Xaiver a text at 11:26 am and received no response. Then I called him at 11:30 am and left him a message. I never got a phone call back, even though his VM says that he promises to return calls. I waited some more and finally left. I never received a call back. What a waste of time and what a poor way to manage your business and treat customers. My daughter was heart broken because she was excited for the lesson. I do not recommend GLS for any lesson.

My son has been going to Javier for about 7 months . His sessions are 1 on 1 , no one else . Javier…read moreis a studio musician and has been playing guitar for over 40 years , he has a keen way of connecting with his students and enables them to easily understand a difficult task of learning the guitar. His lessons are an hour long and are $ 30 . My son and myself are very pleased with his advances with Javier and look forward to what's left to be learned with Javier . Thanks Javier. !!!!!