Audio Production Studios in the US

Turning Down the Volume

The Audio Production Studios industry is entering into the decline phase of its life cycle, as studios struggle to adapt to the new digital marketplace. Revenue is forecast to decline throughout the outlook period as key downstream markets struggle to maintain growth in the face of digital music sharing and television, film and advertising industries take more of their sound recording operations in-house.

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in providing the facilities and technical expertise for sound recording in a studio. Establishments in this industry may provide audio production or postproduction services for producing master recordings, and may provide audio services for film, television, and video productions. This report covers the scope, size, disposition and growth of the industry including the key sensitivities and success factors. Also included are five year industry forecasts, growth rates and an analysis of the industry key players and their market shares.