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.