Top 10 Best Recording Studios in Hawaii (2024)

When it comes to finding the perfect recording studio, there are a few things you need to keep in mind.

First of all, you need to make sure that the studio is large enough to accommodate your needs.

You also need to make sure that the studio has the latest equipment and is able to provide you with the best possible sound quality.

Finally, you need to make sure that the studio is located in an area that is convenient for you. With these factors in mind, here are 10 of the best recording studios in Hawaii:

Thunder Studios Hawaii

• Brian, the owner and lead engineer of Thunder Studio Hawaii is an expert music director who has worked hand-in-hand with a couple of world-renowned artists, of which Wayne Newton is a part of.
• Thunder Studio Hawaii features five fully equipped recording rooms and rehearsal studios namely; Studio A, Studio B, Studio C, Studio D, and Studio E. Each of these rooms contains adequate pieces of equipment to meet your recording needs. The studio also features a control room and a vocal booth.
• Thunder Studio Hawaii is rated a 4.7-star by reviewers on Google My Business. A total of 44 individuals have reviewed them on Google, many of which are from satisfied clients. Brian is commended for always going to whatever extent to meet the needs of their clients. The Studio spaces also differ and suit different purposes. Their prices are very reasonable as well.

Website:

https://thunderstudiohawaii.com/

Location: 

914 Kaaahi St, Honolulu, HI 96817, United States.

Email:

[email protected]

Services:

• Mixing
• Mastering
• Recording Studio
• Rehearsal
• Voiceover

Cost:

Rehearsal	$20 / hour
Voiceover	$150

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Idea Studios

• Idea Studios is one of the premium recording studios in Oahu. 
• The studio has a beautiful studio space and it features two studio rooms, each with the best gear list in town.
• With a 5.0-star rating from 77 reviewers on Google My Business, in the words of one of their reviewers, “…a one-stop-shop for music, beats and video work”.

Website:

https://ideastudioz.com/

Location:

1001 Dillingham Blvd, Honolulu, HI 96817, United States

Services & Costs:

Rate:

Studio Session	Rate ($)
Custom Beat	500
12hrs No Engineer (Studio B)	360
6hrs No Engineer (Studio B)	210
3hrs No Engineer (Studio B)	150
2hrs With Engineer (Studio A)	150
Mixing	150
4hrs No Engineer (Studio C)	100
10hrs No Engineer (Studio C)	200
Hourly Rate With Engineer	75

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Rendez-Vous Recording

• Rendez-Vous Recording is an all-media shop. They provide services ranging from audio production, video production, and graphic design to digital distribution.
• With a 5.0-star rating, from 28 reviewers on Google My Business, Pierre Grille – the studio owner and lead engineer/producer, is highly commended for his expertise.

Website:

http://www.pierregrill.com/

Location:

3250 Beaumont Woods Pl, Honolulu, HI 96822, United States.

Services & Costs:

• Recording
• Mixing
• Mastering
• Arranging
• Remote Video Recording
• In-Studio Video Recording
• Post Production
• Digital Production
• CD Design
• Graphic Design

The studio’s rate for recording, mixing, mastering and arranging is 60/hr.

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Mana Music Studio

• With a 5.0-star rating from 11 reviews, Mana Music Studio is doing the most and we are here for it.

Website:

https://www.manamusicandmedia.com/

Email: 

[email protected]

Location:

Hawaiian Paradise Park, Keaau, HI 96749, United States

Services & Costs:

• Music Production for Film and TV
• Sound Design
• Scoring
• ADR Sessions
• Audio Mastering
• RIAA Appointed ISRC Manager
• Audio Restoration
• Commercials
• Music Video
• Corporate Video
• Broadcast
• Video Footage
• Drone Shots
• Photography

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Grace Recording Studio

• With 12 reviews on Google My Business, Grace Recording Studio has a 4.9-star rating, and the reviewers are impressed with the quality of services Bob and everyone else on the team give to their clients.

Website: 

http://www.gracerecordingstudio.com/

Email:

[email protected]

Location:

1755 NE, 149th St Miami, FL 33181, United States.

Services & Costs:

• Multi-Track Recording
• Mixing and Editing
• Mastering
• Voice Overs
• Voiceover for Animation
• Producing
• Project Pre Production
• Film Scoring
• Audio for Video
• Stock Music and Video
• Stock Sound Effect

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West One Hawaii

• First established to only serve the purpose of providing live music services to lovers of good music in Hawaii, West One Studio has evolved to be a music consulting firm and a recording studio.

• 25 Google Reviewers on Google My Business have rated the studio a 4.9-star studio and they say it's more than the music for them, the studio is always clean.

Website:

https://www.westonehawaii.com/

Email:

[email protected]

Location: 

419 South St, Honolulu, HI 96813, United States.

Services & Costs:

• Rehearsal Rooms
• Equipment Rental
• Live Sound
• Post Production
• Consulting
• Advertising

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Blue Planet Sound

• Blue Planet Sound prides itself on having the right gear, staff and experience to help you through your music production projects.

• They have different rates and service packages that are suited for each Client's budget. They have two studio rooms – Dolphin Room and Blue Planet Room, each with its specific use.

• Blue Planet Studio is rated a 5.0-star by all 9 reviewers on Google My Business.

Website:

http://blueplanetsound.com/

Location:

909 E South St, Orlando, FL 32801, United States.

Services & Cost:

• Music Production
• Recording
• Song Writing
• Post Production
• ADR and Foley

Services	Rate
Mixing Package	$150
Editing Package	$90
VIP Package	Contact them through the website

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Kailua Music School

• Popularly known for its music education service, Kailua Music School also runs a recording studio, rehearsal space and live music room for artists at a reasonable rate.

• With 9 reviews on Yelp and a 5.0-star rating, Kailua Music School is the real deal.

Website:

https://kailuamusicschool.com/

Email: 

[email protected]

Location:

131 Hekili St 209, Kailua, HI 96734, United States

Services & Costs:

• Music Lessons
• Recording Studio
• Live Sound
• Rehearsal Space

Send them an email to know the studio rates.

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Sea Major Seven Studio

• Located just 20 minutes away from Waikiki, Sea Major Seven Studio is a great studio for artists who seek ‘originality' and ‘quality'.
• Noah Cronin, owner of the studio, is a trained music engineer and producer, who is always after quality.
• The studio has worked with Clients who sing different genres of music. Whether it is an album or a solo song, they have collaborated with several artists to deliver soothing music. Some of their past clients are The Wide Eyed Kids, Pepper, The Late Ones, Eli Mac, The Steppas, Majic, Elijah Sky, and Calvin Canha, just to mention a few.
• With a 5.0-star rating from 9 reviewers on Google My Business, Noah Cronin, the Studio owner, is highly recommended for his knowledge, expertise and professionalism.

Website:

https://www.seamajorseven.com/

Email:

[email protected]

Location:

1620 N School St, Honolulu, HI 96817, United States.

Services & Costs:

• Production
• Recording
• Mixing
• Mastering

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Services	Rate
Production	Contact them to discuss the rate
Recording	$70/hr
Mixing	$750 for single full mix
Mastering	$80/single

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Island Sound Studio

• Formerly Avex Honolulu Studios, Island Sound Studio is a one-stop-shop for all audio recording related production.

• With 7 reviews and a 5.0-star rating from all reviews, Island Sound Studio is surely doing something different in the audio production industry.

Website:

https://web.facebook.com/IslandSoundStudios/

Email:

[email protected]

Location:

377 Keahole St D-03, Honolulu, HI 96825, United States

Services & Costs:

• Recording
• Audio Production

Send them a mail to know the availability of the rehearsal space and enquire about their rates.

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