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★ 4.9 (74)
Studio A | Golden Ears Recording
Hollywood, CA · 2.1 mi
Studio RoomEngineer availableVocal booth
$60 per hour · 2 hour minimum
★ 4.9 (86)
Room 1 | Skyline Audio
Downtown LA · 1.8 mi
Studio RoomEngineer availableDolby Atmos
$65 per hour · 1 hour minimum
★ 4.8 (39)
Main Room | Echo Canyon Sound
Echo Park, CA · 3.4 mi
Studio RoomVocal boothPodcast
$48 per hour · 1 hour minimum
★ 5.0 (20)
Studio A | Sonically Inclined
Ventura, CA · 62 mi
Studio RoomEngineer available
$45 per hour · 1 hour minimum
★ 5.0 (112)
The Palm Room | Palm Room Studios
West Hollywood, CA · 3 mi
Studio RoomEngineer availableDolby AtmosVocal booth
$85 per hour · 3 hour minimum
★ 4.7 (28)
B Room | Low End Theory
Inglewood, CA · 6.2 mi
Studio RoomVocal booth
$40 per hour · 2 hour minimum
★ 5.0 (41)
Atmos Suite | North Star Atmos
Burbank, CA · 7.5 mi
Studio RoomDolby AtmosEngineer available
$120 per hour · 2 hour minimum
★ 4.8 (57)
Booth 2 | Westside Vocal Booth
Culver City, CA · 5.1 mi
Studio RoomVocal boothPodcast
$35 per hour · 1 hour minimum
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“From the courtesy of the owner helping me get set up, to the gear and acoustics of the room. 10/10 experience. Best recording studio in the state of Mississippi in my opinion.”
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10/10
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“This was hella easy to book, communicate, send files back and forth, etc.”
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Shawn L.Van Nuys, CA
Session review
“Great results and awesome engineer to work with. Will be doing the entire album here!”
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“I was a little nervous going in but that quickly left once arriving. Everything about the experience was comfortable… can’t wait to book again!”
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10/10
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“Cologny Studios gave me exactly what I needed. The process on EngineEars is flawless to me. Very quick and effective.”
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Stéphane B.Booked Cologny Studios
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“The studio was on point. I felt welcomed since I put my foot inside… and also very affordable, I love it!”
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Recording studio prices

How much does a recording studio cost?

Renting a recording studio on EngineEars costs between $40 and $75 an hour at most verified studios, and most ask for at least two hours. Every listing shows its rate and minimum, so you know the cost before you book.

$55/hr
median hourly rate
$40–75
what half of all rooms charge
2 hrs
most common minimum
~$110
typical 2-hour session

Listed hourly rates for 509 rooms at verified US studios on EngineEars, October 2026. Engineer and add-ons are extra where the studio lists them separately.

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Can I finance my studio sessions?

Yes. Pay with Klarna or Affirm at checkout and split the cost of a booking into smaller payments, so you can lock out the room for a full day or a multi-day block without paying it all up front.

  • Choose Klarna or Affirm when you book, alongside cards
  • Works for long sessions, lockouts and multi-day blocks
  • Approval and terms are set by Klarna or Affirm at checkout
Example: a full day at the median rate
8 hours × $55/hr$440
Klarna
4 payments of $110Pay in 4, every two weeks
affirm
Monthly paymentsPlans and rates set by Affirm
Card
$440 todayPay in full

Illustrative example based on the median listed rate. Payment options are subject to approval by Klarna or Affirm; terms vary.

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How much is a recording studio session? +

A session costs the room’s hourly rate times the hours you book. Every listing shows its rate, its minimum booking and whether an engineer is included, so you see the full price before you pay. Engineer time and add-ons are extra only where a studio lists them separately, and you can split a longer session into payments with Klarna or Affirm.

What’s the average cost of a recording studio? +

The median listed rate at verified US studios on EngineEars is $55 an hour, and half of all rooms list between $40 and $75. Price rises with room size, gear and reputation, so Dolby Atmos suites and well-known studios sit at the top of the range. Rooms that rent without an engineer list a median of $50 an hour.

How much is a 2-hour studio session? +

Two hours is the most common minimum booking. At the median rate of $55 an hour, a 2-hour session costs about $110 before any engineer or add-ons.

Can I finance my studio sessions? +

Yes. When you book a studio on EngineEars you can pay with Klarna or Affirm at checkout and split the cost into smaller payments, which helps with long sessions and full-day lockouts. Approval and terms are set by Klarna or Affirm.

Can I rent a recording studio without an engineer? +

Yes, where the studio allows it. Some rooms list a room-only rate for artists who bring their own engineer. You can also add an engineer from the studio or book one separately.

How does booking a studio work? +

Pick a room, choose your date and hours, and book online. The studio confirms your session and everything, including messages, files and receipts, lives in your EngineEars account.

When do I get the studio’s address? +

Studios keep their exact location private until your booking is accepted. Once it is, you’ll get the address and arrival instructions.

Do I need an account to search? +

No. Search and browse studios freely. You’ll create a free account when you’re ready to book.