Archival Studios

Light-Filled Plant-Lush Mid-Century Industrial Loft & Pro Recording Studio | DTLA 2000 sf

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80 people
3 hrs min
1500 sqft
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Hosted by Colin J.
Picture perfect productionsMost booked for photo shoots, video shoots, and content shoots.
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About Archival Studios

Light-Filled Mid-Century Industrial Loft & Pro Recording Studio | DTLA – 2,000 sf Welcome to Archival Studios, a downtown-LA Arts District industrial loft that blends mid-century modern furniture, curated greenery, and soaring 30-ft exposed beams. Two 12-ft south-facing factory windows bathe the main room in natural light all day, while blackout curtains let you switch to full studio control in seconds. Production-Ready Highlights - Pro recording suite with 16-channel snake, isolated live room, backline, and gig-speed internet - 30-ft riggable wood trusses for lights, drapes, or aerial rigs - Loft balcony & indoor balcony for effortless high-angle shots - Direct street-level load-in plus free street parking and nearby paid lots - Full kitchen, bathroom with shower, two upstairs green rooms The Vibe Mid-century sofas, credenzas, vintage rugs, and lush plants create ready-made sets—no extra styling budget needed. Ideal Uses Music videos · Photo/editorial shoots · Podcasts · Livestream concerts · Video interviews · Small theatre · Music Recording · Commercial Filming · Brand activations · Workshops Amenities - Natural-light studio with blackout option - Multitrack recording & live-sound PA - RGB tube-light kit (add-on) - Full kitchen & coffee bar - High-speed Wi-Fi Popular Add-Ons - Multitrack engineer · +$50/hr - RGB tube-light package (8) · $120 flat - Event PA · $100 flat - Deep-clean service (events >30) · $150 House Rules 4-hour minimum · Quiet hours 12 a-7 a (no subs after 10 p) · COI required for groups >20 · Leave space as found or add Deep-Clean option · No glitter, smoke bombs, or open flames without prior approval Book Archival Studios for an all-in-one industrial, mid-century, natural-light, recording-ready loft that elevates any production—right in the heart of DTLA’s creative corridor. Music Equipment List (use price available upon request) Mic Pres/ interfaces ◦ Universal Audio LA610 Mk11 ◦ Neve 1073 ◦ UAD Apollo x8 ◦ UAD Apollo 8 (black) ◦ UAD Apollo Twin ◦ UAD Satellite ◦ Audient ASP 880 ◦ Audient ID44 Monitors ◦ Adam Audio TV5 ◦ Yamaha NS10M Studio ◦ Yamaha Stage Monitors Computer ◦ 2023 Mac Studio ◦ 2022 Mac Mini Microphones ◦ Shure SM7B ◦ Cascade Fat Head Ribbon Mic ◦ EV 635A (Vintage) x3 ◦ EV ND 257 ◦ AKG D190E (Vintage) ◦ AKG D112 ◦ Senheisser E602 MkII ◦ Sony ECM -22p ◦ Shure sm57 x4 Keyboards ◦ 1970s Wurlitzer ◦ Mellotron Micro ◦ Casiotone 401 ◦ Yamaha DX ◦ Yamaha CP73 ◦ Kohler & Campbell upright piano Drums ◦ Vintage Premier Kit ◦ Vintage Kent Snare drum (70s) ◦ Sabina Cymbals Amps ◦ Fender Blues Junior ◦ Danelectro Nifty Fifty ◦ Fender Rumble 500

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Features

Natural Light

Restrooms

Kitchen

Dressing Room


Add-ons from the host

Host provided services, items or options. Available at checkout.


Location


Operating Hours

Monday - Sunday
All day (24 hours)

Enhanced Health and Safety Measures

Professional cleaner comes before each booking. Additional accommodations available upon request.

Cancellation Policy

Very Flexible

Guests may cancel their Booking until 24 hours before the event start time and will receive a full refund (including all Fees) of their Booking Price. Bookings cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the Event start time are not refundable. Learn more

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