Whether you’re running a pro recording facility or mixing magic in a spare bedroom, here’s the bottom line: if your studio isn’t getting booked, it’s not working as a business.

At StudioBook, we know what actually drives bookings, and it’s not guesswork. Studios with competitive pricing, strong reviews, and high visibility in search results consistently get the most bookings. The most successful ones on our platform have found the right balance to attract new clients and turn past clients into reviewers.

Price, Reviews, Visibility: The Winning Combo

Studios that book consistently have three things going for them:

• Competitive pricing

• Solid reviews

• High visibility in search

Each of these matters on its own, but a solid combination of the three is where magic happens.

Be Where People Are Looking

Most of our users are searching for studios ready to book this week. That means your StudioBook listing should be current, clear and optimized.

Update your availability. Write a search-friendly studio description. List the services you offer and highlight your gear. Artists want to know exactly what they’re walking into, whether it’s a home setup or ultra-professional recording space, and who they’re working with.

Listing on StudioBook and optimizing your profile makes you stand out on search engine results pages and get in front of more eyes, which leads to more bookings.

Price to Attract, Not Undercut

Never work for pennies, but remember that smart pricing can make a big difference. Studios with competitive, transparent rates tend to book more hours, more often. 

If you’re in a home studio, you might start in the $30–$60/hour range. If you’re commercial, it might be $60–$150+, depending on your space and gear. Test what works best for you and your client base, then adjust as needed. 

Reviews Sell Your Studio for You

Studios with reviews book way more recording sessions. It's that simple. What most studio owners miss is that clients read your reviews before they read what’s on your mic list or gear racks. 

If you’ve got a few loyal clients already, invite them to book a session on StudioBook and leave a verified review to boost your credibility. Good reviews naturally increase your chances of getting booked by new clients. 

Word of mouth is a powerful thing to back your prices and make you more visible. Reviews are the first trust signal for new clients, so ask anyone who books your studio to leave a review. Every time. Even if it means sending a quick follow-up. 

Let StudioBook Do the Heavy Lifting

You want to record, not chase bookings or payments. That’s what we’re for. StudioBook helps you:

• Show up higher in search

• Collect client reviews automatically

• Manage pricing and availability

• Facilitate secure, upfront payments (no more chasing deposits)

• Get discovered by people who are ready to book recording studios

StudioBook’s built-in payment system ensures you get paid securely and on time, so you can focus on sessions instead of following up on invoices.

Build your profile, keep it updated, and pull traffic your way. You handle the sound, we’ll handle your booking process.

Want more clients in the studio? Collect reviews, keep your listing updated, and get your pricing right. Leverage your current network to help you get new clients. Again, word of mouth matters. 

StudioBook is built to work for you by making you more visible, streamlining your payments and showing prospects why you’re worth booking. Here’s a move you can make this week… get one current client to book a recording session on StudioBook and leave a review. That one review could be why brand-new clients choose you next.

Got questions or want help updating your listing? Hit us up on Threads!