Santa Monica's Legendary Recording Studio

Welcome to 4TH Street Recording

Three short city blocks from the Pacific Ocean and one block off Santa Monica’s Promenade, there is a special little place where people have been making stellar music for nearly fifty years.

“Legendary” “Magical” “Beloved”
“Welcoming” “Comfy”
“A home away from home”
An “old-school hideaway” with a “well-earned reputation”
“Accommodating in every way”
“Longtime pros you can trust with everything”
“I feel really good here”.

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4th Street Recording is a boutique studio offering a full range of professional audio recording services, delivered with the same quality and special old-school attention you would find at studios that cost twice as much.

4TH Street Recording Equipment

4TH STREET EQUIPMENT

API 3224 console, vintage analog gear and mics Protools Ultimate HD with plug-ins

4TH Street Recording Services

4TH STREET SERVICES

Stellar sound design, attentive staff awesome drums, wonderful piano

4TH Street Recording Clients

4TH STREET CLIENTS

Check out our long list - The Beach boys to Muse to Kesha to Weezer to Daniel Caesar to...

What customers say about us

 A Magical Musical Sanctuary

4TH Street Recording is a truly magical recording studio in Los Angeles, CA. The space is inspiring and enchanting, perfect for any artist looking for a professional music studio near them. The team is patient, professional, and accommodating, ensuring that every session runs smoothly. Whether you need a vocal recording studio near you or an analog recording studio for that warm, vintage sound, this is the place to be. I’m already recommending it to everyone I know!
Sasha

The Best Recording Studio Experience

I’ve worked on multiple projects at 4TH Street Recording, and I always leave with the exact sound I want. From the drum recording room to the mix recording studio, the setup is top-tier. Kathleen ensures a smooth booking process, and the engineers are absolute pros. If you’re looking for a cheap recording studio in Los Angeles that still delivers professional audio recording quality, this is it. The history, the vibe, and the expertise here are unmatched!
Michael R.

 A Legendary Studio with a Personal Touch

This is hands down one of the best recording studios near Los Angeles, CA. The atmosphere is laid-back yet professional, making it perfect for creativity. The engineers are knowledgeable and attentive, ensuring that your music gets the best treatment, whether it’s live recording, piano recording, or mixing. Kathleen goes above and beyond to make sure every artist is comfortable. If you’re searching for a song recording studio that feels like home, look no further!
David L.