Welcome to the top rated Music Studio in The East Bay

ModernTone Studios is the state-of-the-art recording and music instruction center of Lafayette, CA. Music is our everything and we record, teach, and even schedule like we mean it. From beginner to advanced, intermediate to pro, we welcome all Bay Area musicians for professional recording sessions and music lessons in the East Bay.

Here at ModernTone, we believe in the creativity, passion, and drive behind musicians. Our industry-experienced staff consists of touring musicians, songwriters, producers, and educators, who can meet you at any level and help you reach your musical goals. We will get you out of your musical comfort zone, collaborate, and exceed your expectations. No style is too complicated, “out there,” or unfamiliar to us.

Visit ModernTone Studios, the full-service recording studio and music school in the East Bay. We don’t just want to hear your music, we want to make it with you, teach you how to grow it, and empower you along the way.

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Classic tone, modern approach

ModernTone provides the perfect creative environment to produce and record your music or narration. The modular design of the studio spaces gives artists, bands and producers endless creative options when recording, mixing and mastering. Whether you are going for a big polished production, an intimate sounding acoustic performance, or anything in between – we’ve got you covered.

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Learn music from those who do, not just teach

All of us here at ModernTone are professional musicians who tour, perform, record, produce and play music for a living. We have been teaching for years and have helped hundreds of students be the best musicians they can be. We work with all ages and playing levels and offer a friendly, patient, and supportive teaching environment that ensures you not only learn the right way – but also have tons of fun doing it!

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Bay Area-made gear essentials

Specialty boutique products for musicians and students are always available at ModernTone. Our online store has lesson gift certificates, high-end guitar and instrument cables, sheet music, comprehensive scale books, t-shirts, and more. Check it out!

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ModernTone Studios
1018-B Almanor Ln.
Lafayette, CA 94549

(925) 297-5336
10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
7 days a week

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