Clean rooms, reasonable pricing, the owner is also your free sound guy. What more could one ask for?

If your band is from around the Peninsula (heck, anywhere in the Bay Area) and needs practice space at very reasonable hourly rates, you gotta check this spot out! Clean, orderly, PA system ready, backline available upon request or bring your own gear, free drinks (bottled water and soda) and snacks, and easy parking! Studio owner Sean, a fellow musician, is a real cool cat and can hook you up nicely. read more

X.M.E.S. - Pop-punk band Noisy Minority jams in one of the rooms at X.M.E.S. - Recording & Rehearsal Studios Near Me - Menlo Park, California

One of my bands began rehearsing at X.M.E.S. recently, and we couldn't be happier with it. The facility is very clean. The rehearsal rooms are spacious and well-lit, and the common area is extremely comfortable. The owner (Sean) is incredibly accommodating, friendly, and helpful. Parking is easy, and the backline equipment works very well. I strongly recommend X.M.E.S. read more

My husband and his band used X.M.E.S.' rehearsal studio space recently and could not be happier! Sean, the owner, is a rockstar! Incredibly professional and kind! My husband needed a specific date and time on two occasions and Sean was more than willing to coordinate availability with the late hours requested! Not only that, but the studios are impeccably clean, organized, and fully stocked! Sean even has a P.A., drum set, etc. for personal use during rehearsals...just ask! My husband and his band cannot praise Sean and X.M.E.S enough! Highly recommend this amazing studio in Menlo Park! Thanks, Sean! read more

X.M.E.S is a great place for band rehearsal in the Bay! Located in a well lit, safe parking lot, the facility is kept clean and spacious. Sean is friendly and fun to talk with before rehearsal, and is happy to help out getting everyone set for practice/assisting with an extra cable or two if you forgot one! Definitely recommend to anyone struggling to find practice space in the area! read more

This is a fantastic rehearsal/recording place. Easy in and out. Pro gear all around and very modern and clean. As mentioned below - Sean is an excellent host and extremely gracious. You will not be disappointed - this is not your typical rehearsal studio. read more

The Groove Objective LOVES X.M.E.S. Rehearsal studios. #1. we LOVE, Sean, the owner, he is always positive, upbeat, and knows his musical stuff 2. X.M.E.S is ALWAYS clean.. the rooms are clean, the bathrooms are clean. We feel very covid safe!! 3. All equipment is in perfect working order. 4. The fridge is stocked with water, soda.. 4. Excellent parking and easy to find 5. AFFORDABLE!! I can go on and on, but you get the point. We are SOOO glad to have found X.M.E.S studios! read more

So glad to have this resource on the mid Peninsula! Especially as a drummer, it's great to have decent gear setup and ready to go. The price is good too when compared to (the very few available) monthly studio options. Thanks XMES!!! read more

One of the best studios I have been to. Clean, plenty of space and great selection of equipment to use.

I've been here a few times for band rehearsals and jam sessions, and have always had a great time. The rooms are a good size, comfortable for however big your band is. Sean is a fantastic host and will set you up with everything you need for a great session - water, batteries, cables - plus he's hilarious chat for when you take five. The bathroom is clean and well stocked, the fridge is full of soda. They rent amps and drums at reasonable per-session rates. It's technically in Menlo Park, in an extremely unassuming industrial estate off the Woodside 101 exit, and the entrance can be a little tricky to find. It's absolutely worth it. In conclusion, if you're trying to be the next big thing, bring your band to XMES to get your chops down. read more

I had fun here. Very great place to spend time making music. Nice neighborhood, safe to stay and enjoy. A lot of talent people to work with. I will recommend this place for my friends. 5 stars deserved. read more

X.M.E.S. - Recording & Rehearsal Studios Near Me - Menlo Park, California

Well, I've been here a few times now and felt a need to update my review. First off, the studio is always clean and comfortable! Parking lot is safe, and clean. Just pull up to unload. Studio has a hand truck to use and more times than not Sean has even grabbed a piece of gear to help out with the load in & load out process. Sean is really a great guy and loves talking shop. This is a 5 Star Rehearsal Studio by all means. I did see a picture though of some Stellas in the refrig and I have yet to actually see 'em when I'm there... Sean, we need to talk LOL I will be back again to help his business in helping musicians with a great place to play! Thanks Sean!!! read more

Hands down Best rehearsal studios in the Bay Area!! Local music needs this more than you know! Thank you!! read more

Best rehearsal space in the bay! Sean's a great guy and the place is flawless. Super clean with hot water and tea available. Every time I've been, Sean went out of his way to make sure everything went smoothly. I'll absolutely be back. read more

This is a truly spectacular studio. The rooms are immaculate, roomy, equipment is solid, price is right, and Sean is a wonderful and knowledgeable person to engage with. Highly recommended. read more

XMES is a welcoming, well-equipped rehearsal space. Our large pick-up band often rehearses here and it is a pleasure to do so (as opposed to our occasional rehearsals at Guitar Center, which feels much more transactional and bureaucratic and inevitably requires a hunt for a non-fritzing mic / amp / cord). Owner Sean is friendly and knowledgeable; can't wait to go back! read more

Great place to jam! I haven't played drums for years, so a guitarist buddy and I decided we needed to find a spot to play. Sean at XMES was extremely friendly on the phone and got us booked in for a Sunday afternoon same day. We played for two hours and tired ourselves out rocking out on a bunch of songs. The studios can be set up with drum kits, mics, and amps - super convenient. My buddy does a lot of recording and mixing and has rehearsed and recorded throughout the Bay Area and was impressed with what was here. Nice touch: snacks and drinks in the fridge to help you keep on rocking. read more

This is by far the best rehearsal studio I have ever set foot in. Sean, the owner, is extremely accommodating and helped us set up our signal flow with no problem. We had all sorts of electronic music gear and acoustic instruments as well and he made sure we were ready to play with all the cables, power and sound in place before he went off and let us do our thing. I've never experienced such a clean and spacious environment to rent out to play music. There's even a table with snacks and tea and a fridge stocked up with all sorts of beverages. The drum set in the room sounded crisp, perfectly tuned. The PA system was perfect for mixing and micing flute and a computer running a DAW. I imagine it is great for vocals too. I especially like the mirror on the wall opposite the drums so I could see my playing partner while we worked out ideas together. I can't wait to practice (and maybe someday record some sessions) here again. The environment and the man who created it are worth the 5 stars and more. Thank you! read more

X.M.E.S. - Recording & Rehearsal Studios Near Me - Menlo Park, California

This place is a hidden gem in the Silicon Valley. Great facilities, amazing service, price is right. Wether you're starting a band and need lots of practice, or have a group with lots of experience, this is the right atmosphere to jam in. Cherry on top, the owner is a mensch. A dude with tons relevant experience and a high level of professionalism. read more

Sean is a fantastic and enthusiastic host. He met me at my car with a hand truck to help me with my gear. This not what you expect at a typical Bay area rehearsal place. This place is clean and well appointed. It has a fridge stocked with water and sodas and a microwave. The space we rented had a pa and three mikes and drum set. If you forgot something its likely Sean's got it. He found an obscure piece of gear for me. You can tell Sean has put his heart and money into this place. I highly recommend patronizing this business. There is a shortage of rehearsal space on the Peninsula and most of those that do exist don't come close to the quality of this establishment. read more

I have been to a lot of rehearsal studios over the years. I have also leased my own space for many years. Sean takes care of his customers with concierge like service. The first thing I noticed was how clean the place is. The vibe is great and parking is easy. The rooms are not smelling of old cigarettes and alcohol. I am not afraid to sit on any of the furnishings ( a place I used to go to in the city, the couch looked like something out of a horror movie). Each room is provided with a nice clean mixing board and good pa speakers. Everything works and works right. It a very easy turnoff right off 101 in redwood city. Bathrooms clean, and a nice area to relax in with a fridge and microwave. I will be back as I just find it a nice place to play music. read more

Great rehearsal studio. Clean, affordable, plenty of gear, good sound in the room, and SUPER nice owner. Fridge is stocked, he helps carry your stuff in and out, definitely above and beyond. read more

This place is the best. Super easy and convenient place to jam, and the guy that runs it is so friendly and helpful that you'll end up inviting him to your wedding. If you are in a serious band and need a rehearsal space, or if you just want to screw around with your friends and rock out, this is the place. read more

Finding X.M.E.S. was a dream come true for my band! Sean provides a very professional set up, each room has drums (or you can bring your own), stage lights, mixing board, PAs, couch and is acoustically treated! The rooms can easily accommodate my 5 piece group with plenty of open space for the sound to breathe. The space is clean and tidy and there is plenty of parking! Sean always insists on helping us unload and will make sure everything in the room is set the way we like it each week before practice begins. In addition to having all the musical gear in order, there is a lounge area, a fridge with water, and a few snacks too. I usually bring my dinner and use the microwave before practice while Sean fills me in on what other local bands have been up to, or we just shoot the breeze. What's the difference between a good band and a GREAT band? Practice, Practice, Practice! We get ours done right at XMES every week. read more

This place is cool. there is a PA in each room, there is water and light snacks. Dummer Friendly and clean. The bathroom is spotless and one just does not associate this with a place where musicians hang out, rehearse and play. Sean is the consummate host and makes certain your playing and rehearsal experience will the best it can be. This is one of the Peninsula Music Scens's best kept secrets, but not for long! ~TEU read more

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This place is a haven for musicians of all types. Whether you're just needing to jam and make some noise or ready to lay down a professional recording, one visit will get you hooked. Sean's experience, level of service, and professionalism is second to none. The equipment and setup is high quality and is more than fair for the price. So if you're just starting your musical journey or looking for a for a new studio, we'd love to see you around! Come and get in touch with your fellow Silicon Valley musicians and bands! This will be your new happy place. read more

When my bandmate and I stumbled upon this place, we expected the typical uninspiring practice space experience. But that wasn't the case here, we ended up coming back a few times and will continue to do so. The equipment is top notch, rooms are large and well maintained, a readily available snack bar is present and to top it off...the owner of the studio (Shawn) is an incredible host. His understanding of a musicians' struggle and needs are reflected in his business and overall attitude. Price is reasonable considering the quality amenities, highly recommend it! read more

XMES studios is by far and away the best studio I have ever had the privilege of practicing at. As a drummer I am pretty loud, and so for me, to have a place where I can crank it up during my practice sessions, is awesome! Sean is an amazing person, musician and "host" - he'll set you up and make sure you have a great experience. He is super techno and sound saavy and has the best equipment, so you will also have the benefit of his professionalism and experience. I have been to rehearsal studios from NYC to Phoenix, Nashville to Vancouver. Nothing even compares to XMES. Free and ample parking too! Super clean facilities, they even have tea, bottled water, sodas and candy FOR FREE! Highly highly recommended. read more

This is a fantastic place for musicians - big, clean, professional, top equipment, positive environment. The secret ingredient is the owner Sean. He is a gift to all who enter - an operator and fellow musician who is dedicated to greatness - yours, your band's, your experience each session. Bravo! read more

This is a nice, clean, comfortable space to practice in and is definitely my favorite place to go rehearse in the bay area. The provided PA works well, and even the room acoustics are pretty good. Sean is very helpful and takes good care of everyone that comes through. read more

Hidden jam cave in a RWC business park. Great place to jam and practice with any type of band. Flexible and super knowledgeable owner named Sean runs the place. Finally no more cops getting called on our epic jam sessions! read more

I'm really enjoying playing at XMES. My band rents space on an as-needed basis. We haven't recorded but I believe the service is available. Super helpful owner. Knows his stuff. Provides a lot of gear so you don't have to schlep--especially accommodating to drummers that way! CLEAN!!! Good location just off the highway. Highly recommend. read more

The studio is top notch awesome and we were treated with the utmost respect. Shawn is a mensch. Had the best time jamming there, definitely going to become a regular. read more

This place is great, and Sean is always welcoming. If you need place to practice, this is it. Great quality equipment, amps, sounds and the drum rentals are top notch. read more

We are Collision Course out of San Jose CA. We are a garage band of long time friends that are finally ready to seek show worthiness. We were in need of some quality recordings to publish on Social Media as well as distribute. We wanted 3 quality songs by the end of the session. Here's where Sean stepped in. Not only did he go above and beyond to accommodate all of us but also filled all the technical gaps to get us recording ready! Being that we never went thru this process before, we left it all in Sean's hands. Truly professional, organized, and most hospitable. XMES is super clean, house drums and equipment are top grade! He made us comfortable and we were able to achieve our goal. We walked away with CD in hand that trumps any other media we have. Friends and Family were impressed with quality of the recordings. We decided to let Sean re-mix and master the recordings just to see the difference this makes. We are all exciting to listen to his final take. Sean is a wonderful producer, great musician and all around good friend. We will be back for sure! This time to record 10 songs +originals! Kevin, Lyle, Bobb, Ty and Bhret (Collision Course 2017) read more

Great studio and owner, Sean. Sean unloads and loads gear. He provides a PA, amps, music stands, guitar stands, stools/seats, drums and maybe more. The price is right. Make noise, have fun and enjoy. read more

I play in a few bands which don't have a fixed studio. Recently i found XMES on Craigslist and our experience could not have been better. Sean runs the studio and was super helpful, the room we played was excellent with great sounding PA, acoustics treatment, very spacious (could easily fit a six piece band and maybe even more) and last but not least it even had stage lighting system ! I have been playing in hourly rental studios all over the Bay Area for several years and in my experience nothing comes closer to this place. Prior to finding it there was always some frustration: too small, too hot, poor sounding/equipment, etc. This is definitely NOT the case with Sean's, his goal is to provide the best possible rehearsal experience to his costumers going even beyond what one would come to expect (to give you an idea we welcomed us with a trolley to help us lug our gear !). XMES is actually quite far from where I live. I would have several other much closer options but from now on we intend to use them for all our practices. read more

As a condo-dwelling drummer living in this area, and needing to tune and practice my REAL drum kit, I found XMES studios to by far the best value. As part of a band needing a practice place that gives you the right sound, I also found XMES to also be the best deal around, without having to commit to a monthly rent or sublet. Sean will help you get set up and practicing in no time at all with all the gear you need, so you get the most out of your practice session. XMES also has all the equipment and setup you need to get multi-tracks of your demo recorded. read more

Absolutely the BEST hourly rehearsal spot on the peninsula. AFFORDABLE rates, GREAT SOUNDING rooms, SUPER CLEAN, and BIG. Sean, the owner, is the best and takes care of everyone like they are family. He's a musician and you can tell he LOVES what he does. I recommend XMES to everyone needing rehearsal space. I cannot say enough positive things about this place. THE BEST! read more

HIGHLY recommend X.M.E.S. Rehearsal space. Very reasonable rates, four nice little jam studios, and great equipment. Sean is amazing. If you're looking for a jam space - look no further! Check it out. read more