1715 Berkeley St · Santa Monica, California

Where Sound
Becomes Legend

A hybrid recording and performance environment designed for sonic excellence — home to the vintage Neve 8068 MkII, Dolby-certified Atmos monitoring, and a stage that has hosted the world's greatest artists.

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A versatile recording facility that seamlessly functions as both a professional recording environment and an intimate live performance venue.

Located in the heart of Santa Monica, Berkeley Street Studios is a one-of-a-kind space where world-class artists and award-winning engineers come together under one roof. The studio has hosted legendary recordings and performances from The Rolling Stones, Lady Gaga, Billie Eilish and Finneas, Bruce Springsteen, John Fogerty, and many more.

In addition to private sessions and artist showcases, the studio is home to celebrated live performances — including a series produced in collaboration with KCRW. Up to 180 guests experience unforgettable concerts personally mixed by Bob Clearmountain.

Co-founded by Betty Bennett, Founder of Apogee Electronics — and Bob Clearmountain, Grammy & Emmy Award-Winning Engineer & Producer

Vintage Neve 8068 MkII mixing console at Berkeley Street Studios Santa Monica

Artists who have recorded & performed here

Lady GagaBillie EilishThe Rolling StonesBruce SpringsteenJohn FogertyJohn MayerBryan FerryBeckLeon BridgesWeezerVampire WeekendFather John MistySt. VincentCHVRCHESSpoonMGMTThe War on Drugs Lady GagaBillie EilishThe Rolling StonesBruce SpringsteenJohn FogertyJohn MayerBryan FerryBeckLeon BridgesWeezerVampire WeekendFather John MistySt. VincentCHVRCHESSpoonMGMTThe War on Drugs

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From tracking to final masters, Berkeley Street Studios offers a complete range of professional recording, mixing, and event services. Every session is supported by world-class engineers and concierge-level hospitality.

Professional studio microphones on stage at Berkeley Street Studios Santa Monica

Recording Services

From tracking to final masters

Mix This! Neve console at Berkeley Street Studios — Bob Clearmountain studio

Mixing & Production

Bob Clearmountain & studio engineers

Bird's eye view of The Live Room at Berkeley Street Studios Santa Monica

Live Performance & Showcases

Intimate events for up to 180 guests

Full kitchen and hospitality area at Berkeley Street Studios Santa Monica

Hospitality & Concierge

Full kitchen, green rooms & catering

The Founders

Built by Two
Industry Pioneers

Co-Founder · Apogee Electronics

Betty Bennett

Betty Bennett founded Apogee Electronics in 1985, establishing the company as a pioneer in digital audio conversion and recording technology. Under her leadership for over 40 years, Apogee earned multiple TEC Awards and became known worldwide for products used in the world's top studios. Her vision for Berkeley Street Studios combined decades of technical innovation with a singular creative environment.

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Co-Founder · Mix This!

Bob Clearmountain

Described by Sound on Sound as having "his name on more hit records than anyone else in the history of popular music," Bob Clearmountain is credited with establishing the role of mixing engineer as we know it today. Eight Grammy Awards, two Emmy Awards, TEC Les Paul Award, Music Producers Guild Icon Award (2023), and an honorary doctorate from Berklee NYC (2025) — all earned from the same dedication to sound he brings to every session at Studio M.

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