Though most industries suffered downturns during the Great Recession, traditional studio recording is still undergoing a paradigm shift that began with the advent of the internet. File sharing and digital downloads have changed the way consumers buy music, and the advances in home studio equipment has diminished the need for professional outfits. Exacerbating this shift in production, many television and film companies are transitioning to in-house studios for their audio needs. This may seem like a lot of doom and gloom, but it is actually a rare opportunity.

Currently the audio recording industry generates upwards of $800 million annually, with over 4,600 firms in operation and the majority of those firms concentrated in the West, Mid-Atlantic and Southeast regions of the United States. It’s true that larger studios are facing diminishing returns and the industry as a whole is slated to decline in the next decade, but that is exactly what makes this an exciting time for entrepreneurs.

There will always be a need for professional sound recording equipment, and with so many young artists turning to the internet for exposure, the demand for the equipment – if not the corporate face behind it – is greater than ever. In addition, many advertising firms are using the internet as a new medium of expression, creating marketing campaigns that are slick, fun and professional – more than just the commercials of the past. For these entities, recording facilities as well as post-production expertise are essential to their branding.

This industry is transforming in exciting ways, and putting the power of production in new hands. Whether you’re an established studio or just starting out in the business, Matrix Business Capital can finance you top-of-the-line equipment for affordable monthly prices. The types of equipment we have financed to previous clients includes but is not limited to: