Expert Consulting & Studio Architecture — Los Angeles, CA
25 years in production. 20 years in business. I build the complete infrastructure — from physical studio spaces to business strategy — that turns creative vision into lasting, lucrative careers.
About Garrett
Whether it's the physical infrastructure of a world-class recording studio or the business infrastructure required to monetize your music — royalties, sync, strategy — I provide the blueprint for longevity in an industry that chews people up.
As owner of Haven Recording, listed in the LA Times' Top 32 Studios in SoCal, I bridge the gap between creative vision and technical execution — for independent artists and major labels alike.
"I bridge the gap between creative vision and technical execution — building careers designed to last."
— Garrett, The Master of Music Industry
Comprehensive Solutions
Navigate the business side of music with expert guidance — from release strategy to royalty registration to label analysis.
From acoustic treatment to console wiring — I design and build studios that are both technically precise and creatively inspiring.
Live events, streaming production, archiving — everything surrounding the performance and preservation of your music.
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Distilled from 25 years in the industry. Enter your email and get instant access — each resource is delivered straight to your inbox.
Everything you need before, during, and after dropping a single or album — so nothing falls through the cracks and every dollar gets collected.
Download FreeWhat A&R reps actually want to see — and the common mistakes that get artists immediately ignored.
Download FreeA plain-English breakdown of PROs, mechanical royalties, SoundExchange, and sync — and how to collect every dollar owed to you.
Download FreeLabels will offer you a 360. Before you sign, understand exactly what you're giving up — and what you can negotiate.
Download FreeHow to position your music for TV, film, and advertising placements — including how to format stems and price deals.
Download FreeStreaming economics, DIY distribution trends, sync opportunities, and where the money is actually going in today's music industry.
Download FreeInteractive Tool
Enter your current numbers to see the revenue gap — and what strategic consulting could unlock for your career.
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Proof of Competence
From the heart of Texas to Downtown LA and Palm Springs, I've designed and built recording facilities that balance sonic precision with creative atmosphere.
Los Angeles, CA
Downtown LA's premier independent recording facility. Listed in the LA Times' Top 32 Studios in Southern California. Built for technical precision and creative freedom.
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Venue Ten's world-class recording facility in Palm Springs. Designed and built from the ground up with state-of-the-art acoustics and analog warmth digital-only studios can't replicate.
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Most independent artists register with only one PRO and think that covers them. It doesn't. There are mechanical royalties, SoundExchange, and neighboring rights — and most artists collect less than half of what they're owed. Here's the complete registration checklist.
Algorithms value three things: metadata, timing, and consistency. Here's the formula.
Your DSP profile and audience data tell a story before your music does. Make sure it's the right one.
Room treatment before gear — always. The order of operations for a studio that sounds professional from day one.
Transparent Pricing
No hidden fees. No vague retainers. Choose the engagement that fits where you are right now.
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