Customer Reviews
Simple step-by-step guide 
2008-06-27
This is a simple English step-by-step guide to new recording studio owners. Although the steps are trivial, however they are the basic building blocks to your success in this industry. I found it oversimplified, more information could be added without complexing it. No enough images included. For $11, it worths to be bought.
I would give it 3.5 stars. But because there is no half star in the rating system, 4 stars is my rating.
Great book for young studio owners 
2007-11-28
Short read but great book. There is a ton of information on how to start and run a recording studio packed into this book. I used many suggestions from this book to increase my client list and gain more business. If you are looking to start a recording company I highly recommend this book! There is a review at www.ontapaudio.com for this book that goes into more detail, so check that out if you want a more thorough review.
Not enough information 
2007-01-15
It's a good book but I expect more. The tips are good but too basic, everyone with common sense should have figured it out. I need more tips on on how we can make a sound overall investment from the studio and how we can sell the studio and employee the operators. It's OK but should be more elaboration on the experience.
Good Book On The Basics 2006-10-25
I thought this book and the author did a good job addressing the fundamentals of running a Recording facility, from simple explanations about contract agreements to how to potentially deal with different customer recording needs, I've glanced at other books on this topic and believe me, I literally fell asleep in the bookstore, this is a one of a kind on the subject, like my other reviews, I like to keep things simple to understand and to the point, keep this book nearby while you take a nap in your studio, because when you wake up, you'll fell better about conducting business and better understanding your client's recording needs. GOOD WORK TOM IN KEEPING IT SIMPLE !!!!
This book delivers. 2006-07-09
I wanted to trun my home studio into a money maker. I didn't know the first thing about running a studio, although I do own three pizza shops. The tips in here even helped with my Pizza business.
The guy who rated this book three stars must be illeterate. CLEARLY this book is aimed at the beginner and intermediate who wants to turn his dream into a reality. The fact that this reviewer admits to having TEN YEARS experience as a studio CLEARLY tells you just how good this book is.
Even though this guy has TEN YEARS experience, he STILL learned something. Maybe if he bought this book in the first place he wouldn't still be searching for ways to make money with HIS studio?
Here is what I can tell you, if left to my own devices I would still be focusing on musicians and bands as my only source of studio income. I am not exactly going to put MCA out of business but in the 6 months I have owned this book and practiced the principles inside, my own studio now routinely brings in about $6K a month.
Not bad for a Pro Tools LE home studio. Tom's book has enabled me to rent commercial space, upgrade my gear and now spend a little bit of cake on some advertizing. I even learned how to get some free advertizing for myself.
As you will read, even the pros admit to learning from this book. I recommend MAKE MONEY WITH YOUR STUDIO very strongly.
Guidelines for beginers 2006-06-15
Owning and operating a recording studio presents the same challenges faced by other businesses. Successful recording studio owner Tom Volinchak reveals the ins and outs of how to turn your musical passion into a profitable venture. In this enlightening book, he covers in detail: sales and marketing techniques; promotional tools; adding value to your business; finding new business; making your studio demo; equipment tips; studio profiles; resource listings; and much more. "If recording means more than a hobby to you, get this book - it'll pay for itself in spades." - Lorenz Rychner, Editor, Recording magazine
Great and to the Point !!!! 2006-03-19
This book is short and to the point. If you would like start up information on how to make money with your home studio then this is the book for you. This book gives you everything from suggested pricing to sample invoices. This book is informative, easy to read, and cheap. What more can I say?
Short and Semi-Sweet 2005-09-21
I am a software business owner who is also starting a new recording studio business. The book, which has a lot fewer pages then I expected, covers business basics that would apply to most service businesses - things like how to quote prices, write proposals, and send invoices. It also emphasizes believing in yourself and having confidence in your business, which is a challenge for any business owner. I believe real-life success is a better basis for confidence then you-can-do-it speeches, but I appreciate the author's intent there. I'd say the book would be useful for someone who enjoys studio technology but has no experience operating a business.
Awesome!! Helped me so much. 2005-02-01
I've bought and read a lot of books on this subject but this one is the best. Many, many very practical topics that you can put to use right away. I made a few simple changes with the layout of my studio that made all the difference. Thanks so much!
Super helpful and informative! 2005-01-27
This book included just what I needed to hear. It's not going to be easy, but it can be profitable! So often we as studio owners keep thinking that "someday" we will be able to make money with our studio only when we get high price clients and record labels knocking down our doors! I think Mr. Volinchak makes such a strong case in regards to this misconception, but leads us back to the real reson that we ventured into the studio business to begin with...the fact that we love it.
His ideas on how to find new business, marketing your studio, staying within your budget and especially (my personal favorite)having community with other local studio owners are so powerful. I've probably heard most of this stuff so many times before, but I guess this book made such an impact on me because of the simplicity and truth presented in it. THIS BOOK IS WORTH THE MONEY! I would recomend it to anyone. Well done Mr. Volinchak.
