FiftyWest Recording Studio was founded in 2018 by Fabian “FiftyWest” Valencia, owner and head engineer of FiftyWest Recording Studio. Located in the downtown Los Angeles, California area. FiftyWest Recording Studios’ rate is $50 per hour and includes an in-house engineer.

FiftyWest Recording Studio has had a wide variety of artists record at the studio over the years all ranging from beginner artists looking to establish their. Their past clients include: Frank$, Pretty Blanco, Valencia, Tehri Green, and many more. “I work with many up and coming artists who have stopped by my studio. The list is pretty long. I’ve also worked on different projects that included artists such as Memphis Bleek, Freddie Gibbs, Blue Bucks Clan, and Westside Boogie.” Fabian “FiftyWest” Valencia tells us.

Some Records Recorded at FiftyWest Recording Studio:
Frank$ – Seven Points
Valencia – Trouble
Pretty Blanco – Paradise
Tehri Green – Both Ways

We asked Fabian what inspired him to start his studio, he told us, “Many many years ago I was an artist making music. I went to a studio in Watts, CA named Backhouse Studio. There I met the owner Taco. Being in that studio and seeing him work really inspired me to start engineering myself.” We also asked what his studio means to him, he says “It’s my happy place. It brings me joy helping others bring their music to life.”

Inside FiftyWest Recording Studio (Los Angeles, CA)

Studio Photos courtesy of FiftyWest Recording Studio

FiftyWest Recording Studio – $50/hour

We also asked Fabian about future plans for the studio, “I’m putting out my first project as an engineer entitled “FiftyMixedIt vol. 1”. I’m gathering different artists that I’ve worked with and putting them together on songs. All music will be recorded and mixed by me at my studio.” He tell us.

The Velvet Room was founded in 2021 by recording and mixing engineer, Jeffrey Turner (@hefe.mixed.it) and his partner, producer TyyMachine. Located in the Koreatown part of Los Angeles, California The Velvet Room’s main room is $40 per hour without an in-house engineer, $200 for 6 hours, and $300 for 12 hours. Engineers are available on request. The studio has a u87, Chandler TC-2, TubeTech HEDD Type 30 Mains/HS8s Alts with 18″ Sub. ProTools/Logic, Aux/Dongle input and more.

The Velvet Room has had a wide variety of artists record at the studio in their first year open, their past clients include: 42 Dugg, Moneybagg Yo, Valee, Bugz Ronin, TiaCorine, Tee, Faze Clan, Rosalia, Nelk Boys, Matt Ox, Zelooperz, BobbyRaps, Earl On The Beat, Shakur Luciano, Gio Dee, bbyfricka, Rocko2Real and many more.

These officially credited records were either produced, recorded, mixed/mastered at The Velvet Room:
42 Dugg – “IDGAF”
Moneybagg Yo and 42 Dugg – “On My Son”
PP Cocaine – “Homie Hopper”
Dom Corleo – “Sky-Harbor” and “Chester Perry”
Lonestar Void – “BossMan”

We asked Jeffrey what inspired him to start his studio, he told us, “After being in the industry for a couple years, I needed the musical independence to provide a professional space to provide to clients at an affordable rate. With my like minded business partners, we were able to create a really special room..”

Inside The Velvet Room (Los Angeles, CA)

Studio Photos was taken by Jeffrey

The Velvet Room – $40/hour

When we asked Jeffrey what his studio meant to him he told us, “everything. After one of the founders passed away 1 year ago, the focus and energy has been powerful. The amount of time and emotion that has been poured into this room is palpable.”

The studio has undergone some renovations and “there are some equipment upgrades and additional vibe additions in the works! Another location may or may not be in motion” Jeffrey adds.

Jet Blast Music was founded in June 2017 by engineer and producer Joseph Tucker, who is the sole proprietor of Jet Blast Music. Joseph is passionate about helping musicians create their best work and has been working in the music industry for over 20 years. Located in the heart of Long Beach, Jet Blast Music’s rate is $35 per hour and includes an in-house engineer.

The studio is 420 friendly and includes Lauten Audio Microphones, Aurora Audio GTP1 Never Style Input, Manley EQ strip, and a UK Sound 1176 Style Compressor.

Jet Blast Music has had a wide variety of artists record at the studio over the years, some of Joseph’s credits and past clients include: Mozzy, Drakeo The Ruler, Saviii 3rd, Baby Stone Gorillas, Remble, and many more.

We asked Joseph what inspired him to start his studio, he told us, “I’ve always been passionate about music, starting to play in Punk bands at the age of 16. I wanted to create a space where musicians could come together and create their best work. I wanted to provide a professional environment with state-of-the-art equipment, but I also wanted to create a space where musicians could feel comfortable and inspired.”

“Jet Blast Music is more than just a recording studio to me. It’s a place where dreams are made. It’s a place where musicians can come together and create something special. It’s a place where magic happens… I’m passionate about helping musicians achieve their dreams. If you’re a musician looking for a professional and inspiring recording environment, I encourage you to contact me. I would love to help you create your next masterpiece.” Joseph adds.

The studio has undergone several renovations since it’s doors open to keep our facilities up-to-date.

Inside Jet Blast Music (Long Beach, CA)

Studio Photos were taken by Joseph Tucker

We also asked Joseph his future plans for the studio: “I’m always looking for ways to improve Jet Blast Music and make it even better for musicians. I’m planning on adding some new equipment in the near future, and I’m also looking into expanding our space. I want to make sure that Jet Blast Music is always the best place for musicians to create their best work.”

Jet Blast Music – $35/hour

Goobster’s Room Studios was founded in January 2017 by producer and head engineer Christian Zavala (aka Goobster). Located in North Hollywood, California, Goobster’s Room Studios’ Goobster Room is $65/hour and includes an in-house engineer (Goobster himself), the room has a Neumann u87 mic, Pro Tools, Tube Preamp, & Heritage Audio Tubesessor tube compressor. The even have plugins likeSoundToys, Waves, iZoptope, Acustica, FabFilter, and more.

YG has came by to check out Goobster’s Room Studios, “he said he fucked with the spot” Christian tells us. (a photo of Christian and YG is on Goobster’s Room Stufinder listing)

Aside from that, Goobster has worked with many local artists’ sounds from the San Fernando Valley and major surrounding cities like Los Angeles, Glendale, Santa Clarita etc. 

Goobster’s Room Studios’ past clients include Crippled Mane, as well as lots of local artists from the LA area/throughout the San Fernando Valley, and many more.

“Can’t Back Out – EP” by Crippled Mane which released on October 8th, 2021, was recorded at Goobster’s Room.

“Not only was the entire project Recorded, Mixed, and Mastered here, but each song was mixed with the full track-out stems and reached a sonically competitive/professional level that I know many other artists could achieve as soon as they walk through these studio doors. I truly believe that people who work in this studio will make their best music to date if they take the opportunity to lock in and build!” – Christian tells us.

We asked Christian what inspired him to start his studios he says… “What inspired me to start my studio was to be able to provide people with the absolute BEST engineering services possible so that they could make their music sound GREAT and have their music live on for an ETERNITY! I remember when I first got into music, a good engineer was really hard to find! After booking countless sessions over at bigger studios, I remember feeling upset and unhappy with the services that other people provided because it felt like if you weren’t already a big name, most engineers didn’t even care for your craft. Not only that, but if you were a big name, or if they did care to put in some effort, i’ve always found that naturally the stuff I did to the records just sounded better and it was very rare for me to come across another engineer that knew more than me, let alone just as much as me. So that’s why I decided to start my studio, to provide people with the best services that most other studios lack. No disrespect to any other spot because I know there are good studios and engineers out there, but for me it was pretty hard to find those good apples. That’s why for those reading I would like to say,  Congratulations, you’ve found the ABSOLUTE BEST! And if you don’t believe me, try booking a session or getting a mix done for yourself so you could really see all the greatness I can provide to bring your visions to life!”

When we asked what Goobster’s Room Studios mean to him, he says “My studio means excellence. In Goobster’s Room, we do not cut corners or settle for mediocrity. I assure every artist that walks through that door that I will always give them my all to make sure that their vision is properly executed and brought to life! Whatever help they need in the studio, I will provide. I will always make sure to put the artist first so that whatever they create, they are happy with, and to help them leave behind a legacy of greatness and… Excellence. 

For those who want to make classics, or just make their music sound as best as possible tap into Goobster’s Room Studios on Stufinder. Goobster also has a YouTube channel where he will be posting tutorial videos and all things engineering/music.

Christian found out about Stufinder through from his friend Michael Tobinsky over at The Bunker Recording Studios.

“My future plans for the studio is to continue helping artists make their music sound as best as possible! Also when the time is right I will expand into bigger and better locations to help even more artists and build/train a team of engineers to help elevate the quality of music overall as a whole. Aside from that I will also continue to build an online presence to expose more people to what we have going on and show them what could be achieved through the power of engineering! Such as engineering tutorials on my YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok. And hopefully find other vessels to share this immense knowledge I’ve earned to better the community overall as a whole” – Christian tell us.

Inside Goobster’s Room Studios (North Hollywood, CA)

Studio Photos was taken by Christian (Goobster)

Goobster’s Room Studios – $65/hour

Located in the North Park area of San Diego, You can book an hour session here for $100/hour, it includes an engineer. Rarefied Recording past clients include Slightly Stoopid, Unwritten Law, Rob $tone, Hirie, Streetlight Cadence, and Beach Goons. Rarefied has also been proud to host sessions for some amazing engineers/producers such as Darrell Thorp (Radiohead, Foo Fighters, Beck), Dennis Weinreich (Queen, Jeff Beck, Super Tramp), Tanner Sparks (Switchfoot, Weezer), and Brian Scheuble (Tom Petty, Ice Cube, Fiona Apple, Elton John).

Rarefied Recording was founded by Engineer Roy Silverstein in June of 2013.

“I started Rarefied to fulfill my personal dream of having a professional place to record and mix music. I came up through the home recording path, having started on a cassette 4 track in the 90’s and then slowly graduating up from there. I never worked in a studio, but I always took recording very seriously and became frustrated by the limitations of the bedroom/living room setups I had been operating in. So when I was able to afford it, I hired a studio designer (Wes Lachot) and built out Rarefied not knowing exactly where it would go, but excited to finally have a place with nothing holding me back from my highest potential. Little did I know the community of engineers I was about to become meshed with. That has driven the studio to greater heights and provided additional drive for me to maintain the space to the highest standards. Since September of 2015, Rarefied has been my full time gig as an owner/operator and chief engineer.” Roy Silverstein tells us.

Rarefied Recording is professionally acoustically treated and sessions include an in-house engineer. With state of the art equipments and a beautiful aesthetic, Rarefied Recording provides rich and intricate sounds and a good time. Book a session at Rarefied Recording today.

We asked Roy what Rarefied meant and he told us “Rarefied is a word often associated with the upper echelons of a society or group of people. The most elite. The most talented. The cream of the cream. To rarefy (as a verb) also means to make more complex, intricate, and rich which musically speaking is essentially the goal. I’ve got the facility and tools at hand to refine one’s music to greater heights. That not only means exceptional room acoustics, but also a well curated equipment and instrument list. Another tie in to audio- sound in its most physical sense is simply the compression and RAREFACTION (expansion) of air. Those local air pressure changes are what the eardrum is sensitive to and what we perceive as sound.”

Roy Silverstein also had this to tell us “While it’s fun to see some of these very exclusive studios pop up on Stufinder that cost insane dollars, Rarefied has always been a place that empathizes with the plight of today’s independent artist. I’m acutely aware that the average artist/band has limited financial resources at their command. To this end, my M.O. has been to keep my overhead low and offer what I believe is a fair and attainable rate for most people while still supplying a facility and sonic result that matches what you’d expect from any top tier studio. I hope those in San Diego and even from Orange County, and Los Angeles will give Rarefied a close look when choosing their next place to record. I believe that what you get in terms of vibe, price, sound of the rooms, and equipment are of exceptional value. Whether it’s myself engineering or one of my many local engineering friends, we will do our best to do right by your music. Thanks in advance for trusting Rarefied with your art.”

Hirie’s “Dreamer” and Unwritten Law’s “The Hum” was recorded at this studio.

Slightly Stoopid’s “Everyday Life, Everyday People” and Rob $tone’s “Stone Cold” was mixed at this studio.

Inside Rarefied Recording (San Diego, CA)

Studio Photos was taken by Eric Poggioli of Unforgettable Studios.