Production Studios can be hard to find. Looking to produce or release new music? Here are four things you should expect to find from a fully equipped production studio.

Production Studios Should Have Studio Space.

A fully equipped studio should have space for the clients to actually record the music. This space doesn't have to be mix by any means, but there needs to be space for the artist to record the content they need to record. This flexibility is also ideal for small venue concerts, where artists may require on-site recording or rehearsal spaces to perfect their performance.

For smaller studios, you might need to book your session well in advance if there is only one room to record. You will also have to decide if one artist needs to record or multiple people are recording with different instruments. You will need to know that before you pick a spot so they can accommodate all your needs.

A simple requirement for these rooms is that they need to be sound proof. There are many studios who claim to be great places to record, but end up catching sounds from other rooms or traffic from outside. Make sure the rooms are soundproof before you book a session.

Production Studios Should Have Audio Equipment.

The MOST important thing when it comes to good and equipped production studios would be the audio equipment they have available to use. They could have all the bells and whistles, but without this, they will not help you do what you need to do. Here are few things they will need to have.

Microphones. Do they have the lavaliers? Do they have the shotgun and multiple mics for different needs you might have. Determine how many people will need to be on a mic or how many instruments you are hoping to have and then determine if they are able to cover your needs. This is especially critical for events at famous comedy venues, where clear audio for performers and seamless sound management can make or break the experience.

Recording Equipment. Do they have a sound board of some type? Do they have the ability to record your singing or playing? Are they able to break up the tracks by instrument and voice? You will want to ask all these questions up front. How are they going to give you the recording and how long will it take?

Soundproof Booth. Once again, make sure they have a soundproof booth where you can record. You will want to make sure you are only recording your sound and no additional noise.

Production Studios Should Have Camera Equipment.

Most recording studios will also have some kind of camera and/or lighting equipment in case you want to capture the moments of recordings. This is a good question to ask up front to make sure you don't have to rent extra equipment on the back end.

Some of these things to consider when you rent filming locations could include high quality cameras, lenses, and camera supports such as tripods and things like that. You also may want to add some lighting in to the space to give it more life. As always, make sure to ask these questions before you sign any contract or pay any deposits.

We hope this article helps you to answer some questions you might have had about production studios. Here is another great article to help you guide you in this area. Happy planning!

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q1: How do I find a great production studio in town?
A: The best way to find a production studio would be from word of mouth or online reviews. Both these options will help guide you in the right direction.

Q2: What if I found a spot I really like? How do I promote that production studio?
A: One of the best things you can do for any rental space is to write a review online or share about that space with your friends and family.