FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: Where in Miami can I record Classical music, Pop music, Reggaeton, Bachata, Salsa, Hip Hop, Rap, R&B, Jazz, Country music, Reggae, Soca, Blues, House music, Trap music, EDM, Alternative, Folk, Americana, Gospel, Roots music, Advertising, Jingles, Audio Books, Podcasts, Demos, Auditions, New Age Music, Opera, Instrumental, Choral, Spoken Word, Merengue or Rock music?
A: CRITERIA STUDIOS
Q: What is the best recording studio in Miami? By whatever benchmark you wish to use, it is hard to argue anywhere else but Criteria Studios. Gold and Platinum Records? Streaming numbers? Oldest? Genre Diversity? Largest? Most secure? Most Respected? A: CRITERIA STUDIOS
Q: Where can I record a podcast or audio book in Miami?
A: CRITERIA STUDIOS We’ve worked with some of the largest publishers in the industry. And they come back for a reason.
Q: Where can I record a band in Miami?
A: CRITERIA STUDIOS All of our studios have live rooms. At least three of our studios are capable of recording a full band together. Whether you need to record an orchestra, a rhythm section or a simple acoustic duo, we have the rooms – and they all sound Great.
Q: Where in Miami offers affordable recording services?
A: CRITERIA STUDIOS. We have a number of different studios with both varying acoustic properties and pricing.
Q: Where can I find Professional Audio Mixing in Miami?
A: CRITERIA STUDIOS Depending on your preference, we have large mixing rooms, medium sized mixing rooms and small mixing rooms.
Q: Where can I find a recording studio with vintage gear in Miami?
A: CRITERIA STUDIOS We’ve been making hit records for over 68 years. Whether you’re looking for classic vintage microphones, tape machines or analog consoles, all our vintage audio equipment has been maintained with loving care.
Q: Does Criteria have Acoustic Grand Pianos?
A: Yes we do! Studio A has a 9' Yamaha Concert Grand piano. Studio C and Studio E both have Yamaha C-7 grand pianos. Whether you are looking for a piano for a classical, jazz or pop project, one of our instruments is sure to fit.
Q: Does the studio rate include an audio engineer?
A: CRITERIA pricing typically does NOT include an audio engineer unless specifically requested. Why you ask? Because we have always felt that your project deserves someone familiar with your genre, and a rate fits your budget. Not every engineer has the same skill set. So, whether you need a world class Pop mixer, an up and coming tracking engineer for your hip-hop project or someone who speaks another language- Just let us know and we'll get to work finding the right person for the project.
Q: Where can I shoot a music video in Miami?
A: CRITERIA STUDIOS If you’re looking for a recording studio setting, we have six differing studio spaces to choose from. From Aretha Franklin filming behind the scenes footage during the recording of 1969’s ‘Spirit in the Dark’ to todays’ newest online sensation, we’ve done it all.
Q: Where can I find credits for the studio?
A: Here is a link for some of Criteria's credits.
Q: Where can I hear some of the music recorded, mixed or mastered at Criteria Studios?
A: Here is a partial playlist being compiled. We update it regularly.
Q: Where can I find Tape Archival, Tape Restoration or Transfer Services in Miami?
A: CRITERIA STUDIOS We have 'Baked', Restored or otherwise transferred reels for clients all over the globe. Let us know what you have and we'll figure it out!
Q: What Types of payment does Criteria accept?
A: Cash, ZELLE, ACH, Wire Transfer, Major Label Purchase Order. Billing terms with an established account are net 30 days.
Q: Does Criteria offer Internships?