What Studios 301 does

Studios 301 is an Australian professional recording studio and music production company headquartered in Surry Hills, Sydney, operating continuously since 1926. The company delivers an end-to-end audio production stack spanning in-studio recording, vocal production, online mixing, online mastering, Dolby Atmos spatial audio mixing, audio digitisation, and equipment repair and maintenance, supplemented by 301 Distro, a wholly-owned digital music distribution service delivering releases to more than 100 streaming platforms globally. Its facility is equipped with premium analogue and digital gear (Neve, API, SSL consoles; Pultec EQs; Bricasti M7 reverb; PMC and Yamaha monitoring; Antelope interface) and a custom-calibrated Dolby Atmos suite, with services delivered both on-premises and remotely to international clients.

The customer base spans independent and professional recording artists, record labels, music producers, and cultural institutions, served via a hybrid GTM model that combines a self-serve online booking portal with engineer selection, direct studio bookings, and enterprise sales. Pricing follows a unit-based professional services structure with clear engineer tiering (mixing from AU$600 to AU$1,300 per song; mastering from AU$110 to AU$230 per song; digitisation project-based; distribution from AU$9.99 per release). The customer roster and project credits include Justin Bieber, Coldplay, Kanye West, Lady Gaga, Rihanna, Muse, Maroon 5, The Chainsmokers, Amy Shark, Genesis Owusu, Masked Wolf, Troye Sivan, Vance Joy, Delta Goodrem, and government clients such as the State Library of New South Wales and SBS Archives.

Geographically, Studios 301 is expanding beyond Australia: a Byron Bay studio is under construction, and Studios 301 Germany launched in 2025 as an international extension. The business generates revenue from multiple professional services streams (recording, mixing, mastering, digitisation, repair) plus a transaction-fee distribution stream (301 Distro), with award-winning engineering talent (Grammy, ARIA, NIMA, Golden Guitar winners) functioning as the central competitive differentiator.

Name

Studios 301

Legal name

Studios 301

Website

https://studios301.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1926

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Studios 301 is an Australian recording studio and music production company offering recording, vocal production, mixing, mastering, Dolby Atmos, digitisation, equipment repair, and music distribution services to professional artists, record labels, producers, and cultural institutions globally.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Music Recording and Audio Production Services

NAICS

Sound Recording Studios (51224), Sound Recording Studios (512240), Other Sound Recording Industries (512290), Other Sound Recording Industries (51229)

akta.pro primary industry

Recording Studios (Commercial, Project, Mobile) (MPAIAHAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Music Producers & Production Teams (MPAIAHAB), Audio Editing & Restoration (Cleanup, Noise Reduction) (MPAIAHAJ), Remote Recording & Online Session Services (MPAIAHAL), Pro Audio Equipment (Mics, Interfaces, Mixers, Studio Monitors) (MPAIAJAB)

Keywords

• Music recording services
• Audio mastering services
• Music production studio
• Dolby atmos mixing
• Audio digitisation services

Headquarters

HQ city

Alexandria

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Recording Studio Sessions: In-person recording sessions at Surry Hills facility with world-class engineers. Flexible options including hourly rates (minimum 3 hours), day rates, and package deals for EPs or albums.
2. Online Mixing Services: Remote mixing services where artists upload tracks and work with selected engineers worldwide. Pricing from AU$600-1300 per song depending on engineer.
3. Online Mastering Services: Remote mastering with award-winning engineers. Pricing from AU$110-230 per song. Volume discounts for multiple songs. Rush service available with additional fees.
4. Audio Digitisation Services: Conversion and preservation of audio archives for libraries, cultural institutions, labels, and artists. Services include oral history digitisation, tape transfers, and restoration.
5. Dolby Atmos Mixing: Spatial audio mixing for new or previously released tracks in Dolby Atmos format.
6. Music Distribution (301 Distro): Digital music distribution to 100+ streaming services worldwide. Pricing from AU$9.99 per release. Artists keep 100% of copyright.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Studios 301 operates a full-service music production studio offering professional recording, vocal production, online mixing, online mastering, Dolby Atmos spatial audio mixing, audio digitisation and archival restoration, equipment repair and maintenance, and a proprietary music distribution service (301 Distro). Services are delivered both in-person at the Surry Hills facility and remotely to international clients, with engineers selectable per project and pricing based on engineer, song, and format.

Product overview

Studios 301 operates as a comprehensive music production studio offering a suite of interconnected audio services. The core offering centers on in-studio recording at their Surry Hills facility, complemented by specialized vocal production services. Remote capabilities include online mixing and mastering, allowing global collaboration. The studio also provides Dolby Atmos spatial audio mixing for immersive releases. Supporting services include audio digitisation for archival preservation and equipment repair/maintenance. The 301 Distro service extends the offering into music distribution, creating an end-to-end ecosystem from recording through to streaming platform delivery.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• 301 Distro: Music distribution service that enables artists to release music on Spotify, Apple Music, and 100+ streaming services worldwide, starting at AU$9.99 per release.

Products and services

• Recording Services Professional music recording services at the Surry Hills studio facility with world-class engineers, featuring live room, control room, and premium microphone selection for full bands, vocal sessions, and ensemble recordings. Targets independent artists, professional musicians, and record labels requiring high-end studio time.
• Vocal Production Specialised vocal production and engineering services focused on capturing emotionally compelling performances through coaching, direction, and meticulous technical editing and tuning. Targeted at recording artists and producers seeking best-in-class vocal outcomes.
• Online Mixing Remote mixing services allowing artists worldwide to work directly with Australian mixing engineers, with pricing ranging from AU$600 to AU$1300 per song depending on engineer selected. Delivered through a self-service online booking portal with track upload.
• Dolby Atmos Mixing Immersive spatial audio mixing in a calibrated studio environment, enabling artists to create 3D audio experiences for Dolby Atmos-enabled devices and streaming platforms. Offered for both new and previously released tracks.
• Online Mastering Award-winning online mastering services with Grammy and ARIA award-winning engineers, offering multiple formats including Standard Digital, Apple Digital Masters, Vinyl Masters, CD Production Masters (DDP), and Custom WAV, starting at AU$110 per song. Includes rush service and volume discounts.
• Audio Digitisation Audio tape conversion and digitisation services for preserving archives, handling formats including cassette tapes, reel-to-reel tapes, 78 rpm, vinyl, DAT, and CD, compliant with IASA-TC04 guidelines. Serves cultural institutions, libraries, labels, and artists preserving irreplaceable audio.
• Equipment Repair and Maintenance Professional audio equipment repair and maintenance services for microphones, outboard gear, tape machines, and mixing consoles, serving recording studios, educational institutions, and independent creators.
• 301 Distro (Music Distribution) Music distribution service enabling artists to release music globally to over 100 streaming services including Spotify, Apple Music, TikTok, and YouTube, with pricing starting at AU$9.99 per release. Includes barcode, ISRC codes, pre-orders, chart registration, and YouTube monetization. Artists retain 100% of copyright.

Quantifiable outcome

• ARIA Award wins for album of the year, best hip hop release, and best independent release across multiple artists
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers22 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration12 records

Feature2 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• BHSS (Stage Systems)minorOthersBHSS provides additional hired equipment on request, stocking Australia's largest backline hire inventory range. Studios 301 refers clients to BHSS for equipment not available in-house.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Direct peers

• Battery Studios: Multi-room recording facility in New York known for major-label projects. Comparable to Studios 301 as a commercial recording studio with full-service capabilities and premium positioning.
• The Mastering Palace: Online mastering service with Grammy-winning engineers serving clients globally. Directly comparable to Studios 301's online mastering portal in delivery model, pricing tier, and target customer base.
• Sterling Sound: Premier New York-based mastering studio servicing major-label releases globally. Directly comparable to Studios 301's online mastering offering, with similar premium pricing tiers and award-winning engineer roster.
• EastWest Studios: Hollywood recording studio with premium equipment and historic client roster. Comparable to Studios 301 as a full-service premium recording facility with mixing and mastering capabilities.
• Abbey Road Studios: Iconic London recording studio with a century of heritage offering recording, mixing, and mastering for major-label artists. Directly comparable to Studios 301 as a premium heritage recording studio serving global A-list talent.
• Capitol Studios: Historic Hollywood recording facility offering recording, mixing, and mastering with high-end equipment and award-winning engineers. Closely comparable to Studios 301 in premium positioning and full-service production capabilities.
• Conway Recording Studios: Los Angeles recording complex serving major-label artists. Comparable to Studios 301 in offering recording, mixing, and mastering services to premium clients with high-end equipment.

Broad incumbents

• Universal Music Australia: Major record label with deep Australian operations that frequently commissions Studios 301's engineering talent. Represents both a key client and a broad incumbent whose artist signings drive demand for Studios 301's services.

Emerging players

• LANDR: AI-powered automated mastering and music distribution platform targeting independent artists. Represents the emerging competitive threat to Studios 301's mid-tier online mastering and distribution offerings.
• DistroKid: Leading independent music distribution service delivering to all major streaming platforms. Comparable to Studios 301's 301 Distro subsidiary in providing low-cost distribution to 100+ streaming services.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/studios301
• YouTubeyoutube.com/subscription_center?add_user=Studios301
• Facebookfacebook.com/studios301
• Instagraminstagram.com/studios301
• TikToktiktok.com/@studios301
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/studios-301

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about Studios 301