Business Details
48 Years
experience
Your Premier Recording Studio in Nashville
House Of David Recording Studio Recording Studio, established in 1978 on Nashville's Music Row, is a historic facility renowned for its rich legacy and state-of-the-art equipment. Founded by legendary musician and producer David Briggs, the studio combines vintage charm with modern technology, featuring a 4,000 sq ft space with three tracking rooms, a vintage API console, and advanced Burl converters. Our expertise spans full-band tracking, mixing, and mastering, catering to artists seeking authentic, high-quality recordings.With a client list including Neil Young, Joe Cocker, and Clint Black, we pride ourselves on preserving musical heritage while embracing innovation. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our personalized service, flexible scheduling, and dedication to fostering creative collaboration. As the oldest continuously operating studio under original ownership on Music Row, we maintain a reputation for reliability, technical precision, and artistic integrity.
Services
Recording Sessions
Mixing Services
Mastering Services
Full Band Tracking
Equipment Rental
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of experience in professional music production
- Our studio features a unique combination of vintage and modern equipment
- We provide full-service recording solutions from tracking to mastering
- Our 4,000 sq ft space accommodates full band sessions
- Daily, weekly, and block rate options available
What people say
Unique vibe
Vintage equipment
Professional staff
Creative space
Historic value
Services
Recording Sessions
Our 4,000 sq ft facility offers three dedicated tracking rooms for full band sessions. The studio maintains vintage API consoles and modern Burl converters for authentic sound quality. Engineers provide technical expertise for live recordings and overdubs. Clients benefit from our historic setting combined with contemporary production capabilities. This service caters to professional musicians seeking high-fidelity recordings in a creative environment.
Mixing Services
We provide professional mixing using state-of-the-art equipment and experienced engineers. The control room features a 1972 API mixing console acquired from Los Angeles' Record One studio. Our process ensures optimal balance and clarity for both analog and digital formats. Artists receive personalized attention to achieve their desired sonic character. This service suits musicians requiring expert post-production refinement.
Mastering Services
Our mastering suite delivers final production polish using premium analog and digital tools. The process includes EQ adjustments, compression, and format optimization for various media. Engineers maintain sonic integrity while enhancing overall sound quality. Clients receive technical precision combined with artistic sensibility. This service benefits artists preparing for commercial distribution.
Equipment Rental
We offer access to vintage and modern recording equipment including Neumann microphones and API compressors. The studio maintains historic instruments like Liberace's Baldwin grand piano. Clients may use outboard gear and vintage consoles for authentic recordings. This service supports artists seeking specific tonal characteristics. Technical support ensures proper equipment utilization.
Studio Tours
Guided tours showcase our 102-year-old building's musical heritage. Visitors explore three tracking rooms and control areas with historic equipment. The tour highlights our role in Nashville's music industry since 1978. Guests learn about sessions with artists like Neil Young and Joe Cocker. This educational service appeals to music enthusiasts and industry professionals.
People
David Briggs
Founder & Studio Owner
Legendary musician and producer David Briggs established House Of David Recording Studio in 1978. With a career spanning five decades, he worked with icons like Elvis Presley and Neil Young. His vision created a studio combining historic character with technical excellence. Briggs maintained ownership until his passing in 2016, ensuring the studio's artistic legacy.
Questions
What recording services do you offer?
We provide full-service music production including tracking, mixing, mastering, and equipment rental in our historic Nashville facility.
What makes your studio unique?
Our 1913 building combines vintage API consoles with modern Burl converters, offering both historic character and cutting-edge technology.
Can I tour the studio?
Guided tours showcase our Music Row landmark's history and equipment used by artists like Neil Young and Joe Cocker.
What studio configurations are available?
Our 4,000 sq ft space includes three tracking rooms suitable for full band sessions or isolated recordings.
How do I book studio time?
Contact us through our website or phone to discuss availability and customize session packages for your project needs.
What pricing options exist?
We offer flexible daily, weekly, and block rate options to accommodate different project requirements and budgets.
Reviews (4)
Joe First
Apr 15, 2021
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I have been here a few times to help a friend with tracks for an album and always find them well organized and competent. All of the recording areas are ready to go as soon as you want to use them. A person can put down a guitar track and then say, I would like to put a piano part on that other song and by the time you get to the piano, they're ready to go. No wasting time in this place.
Donnie Lee
Jan 24, 2020
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I've never been in this studio but I met the owner David Briggs one night years ago when I was singing at the Nashville Palace didn't know me from adam but took the time to talk to me and that conversation has stuck with me to this day he's one helluva a nice guy and a superb musician,producer,writer so you can be guaranteed anything he's involved in is top shelf
Luke Audio
Jan 02, 2018
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One of the best places to record or shoot videos in Nashville! Killer gear and vintage API console right on music row! Mike and Brandon are the absolute best to work with!!
Matt Spinks
Oct 16, 2017
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Share my details? Don't mind if I do. I arrived this morning with two songs "sort of" ready to rock, a bassist that had never heard the tracks, and my long lost drummer from high school, which was like 17 years ago. Fast forward 6 hours and there are two outstanding sounding tracks that are DONE. These weren't easy compositions, either. Brandon had great input both as an engineer and as a listener/producer and I was happy to accept his suggestions. If he says "this needs...." just try it and listen. He's always right! Haha. Between he and Mike there are always second and third opinions and patient
