A recording studio is built long before the first session is booked. It starts with a vision: a producer, engineer, or founder who needs a room shaped around their workflow and their sound. But keeping that room alive for decades takes more than gear and acoustic treatment. It takes leadership, a clear identity, uncompromising room decorum, and a team that holds the culture together behind the glass.

Some of these rooms are decades-old studios that have outlasted every trend and format. Some are facilities that have expanded with the city. Some are new builds still earning their name. Some are private, and others are open for commercial work. Different histories, different workflows, same standard. Every one of them is part of how Atlanta sounds.

Ever wondered about the people and businesses behind the music you hear every day? Join MTM Standard at Georgia State University for an opportunity to learn more about Atlanta’s recording studios, music professionals, and creative community.

We’re highlighting organizations and spaces such as Stankonia Studios, Soul Asylum Studios, Einnor Studios, and CSP Music Group, while learning from professionals who have experience navigating the music industry.

Meet our featured professionals:

Dru Castro — Grammy-winning Recording Engineer, Producer & Songwriter

Andrew Hill (ANDROM3DA) — Music Producer & Recording Engineer at Off The Record Studio; 2026 Emmy nominee

Whether you're an aspiring artist, producer, engineer, or music business professional, this is an opportunity to learn, connect, and gain a deeper understanding of the work happening behind the scenes.