Recording studio · Rio Rancho, NM · reviewed since 2017
iHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 against the other companies in this category (Satisfaction and Reliability also count absolute quality: 65% absolute, 35% relative), then weighted:Satisfaction 50%58+29Reliability 21%70+15Momentum 11%77+8.8Track record 10%50+5Accountability 7%12+0.9Experts Score= 59Not enough data for craft & service, value; its weight is shared by the others.Grade C: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.59SCORE
CGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#13 of 13 music producersiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 0%
4.7★★★★★21 Google reviews · 18 photos
90%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★ in 2 yearsiShare of reviews from the last 24 months that gave 1 or 2 stars.
Google reviewers rate Rio Grande Studios 4.7 out of 5 based on twenty-one reviews. Clients frequently highlight the unique acoustic properties of the adobe structure, high-quality vintage and modern equipment, and the engineer's expertise in capturing live music. The studio is noted for its welcoming atmosphere and professional preparation, accommodating various projects from band recordings to voiceovers. No specific recurring criticisms appear in the provided excerpts, and the owner has not replied to any reviews.
Google rating: 4.7 out of 5 from 21 reviews (90% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 21 Google reviews (17 with written comments, 1 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 0% of reviews.
Most recent review: July 14, 2026.
Service: Music Producer serving Rio Rancho, New Mexico.
Data from Google, last updated October 26, 2026.
Score profile vs other music producers
Percentile per factor (100 = best)iPercentile vs other companies in the category: 70 means better than 70% of them.. Strongest: momentum and reliability; weakest: accountability.
Rio Grande StudiosMusic Producers median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 35% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; 65% absolute (3.5★ = 0, 5★ = 100), 35% vs the category.Rio Grande Studios is better than 58% of music producers. Category median: 78.C
58
ReliabilityiReliability · 15% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months (fewer = better); 65% absolute (0% = 100, 15%+ = 0), 35% vs the category.Rio Grande Studios is better than 70% of music producers. Category median: 78.B
70
Craft & serviceiCraft & service · 20% of the scoreGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review with highlights; 65% absolute (0% = 100, 10%+ = 0), 35% vs the category.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 83.–
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ValueiValue · 10% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 50.–
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MomentumiMomentum · 8% of the scoreLast 12 months vs lifetime average — improving or slipping.Rio Grande Studios is better than 77% of music producers. Category median: 50.B
77
Track recordiTrack record · 7% of the scoreReview volume and years with reviews.Rio Grande Studios is better than 50% of music producers. Category median: 50.C
50
AccountabilityiAccountability · 5% of the scoreOwner replies to 1–3★ reviews.Rio Grande Studios is better than 12% of music producers. Category median: 46.F
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Star ratings
21 Google reviews we collected
4.7of 5
5 stars1990%
4 stars00%
3 stars00%
2 stars15%
1 star15%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 17 written reviews
100%praise
Praise18100%
Complaints00%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
6topics
Staff & attitude739%
Quality & results422%
Would recommend317%
Honesty & trust211%
Speed & response16%
Communication16%
What customers talk about
We read 17 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“To top it all off, Ken's expertise and professionalism is top tier.”
“From the the hospitality, to the top notch gear, much of it vintage, I really feel quite at home here.”
“Highly recommend young artists make there way here.”
“To be honest, I took my son there for his first live studio session experience - but not really expecting to produce anything really memorable.”
“We were in the midst of a tour and needed a place to rehearse fast.”
“Great atmosphere, Kenny easy to work with and knows his stuff.”
People customers mention
Ken5 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Recent reviews
Cheyenne3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★★
I recorded with my band over 2 days and had a wonderful time. The studio is absolutely gorgeous and thoughtfully decorated, with plenty of space to relax and work comfortably— and the sound is incredible. The combination of the wood floors and ceilings with the adobe walls is truly something special. My fiddle…
igduranLocal Guide · 126 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 11 months ago★★★★★
Definitely a high end recording studio,the music that is recorded here has a great energy and sound that makes music come alive,old adobe structure brings an ambiance to vocals and instruments like no other with a welcoming atmosphere. Definitely a place for your next recording with some of the best equipment,…
GeoffLocal Guide · 7 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 years ago★★★★★
Kenny Riley has created one of America’s most exceptional recording studios. He is a living musical legend with truly God-given talent and has worked at the biggest recording studios in the world with many of the biggest legends in the industry. But best of all, he is an incredibly kind person who knows how to take…
Robert4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 years ago★★★★★
I recorded two full length albums at RGS and the experience was amazing. From the the hospitality, to the top notch gear, much of it vintage, I really feel quite at home here. And, thanks to Ken's expertise, not to mention his kindness in his willingness to share his knowledge, we achieved the sound I was looking…
Jamie2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 years ago★★★★★
If you're a local band that knows who you are, this is the place to go. Fantastic experience with great knowledge and growth along the way.
BrianLocal Guide · 27 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 years ago★★★★★
Great engineer, great gear, great room tone, great vibe! Ken gets some seriously fat drum sounds.
I recorded with my band over 2 days and had a wonderful time. The studio is absolutely gorgeous and thoughtfully decorated, with plenty of space to relax and work comfortably— and the sound is incredible. The combination of the wood floors and ceilings with the adobe walls is truly something special. My fiddle sounded so good in that room! To top it all off, Ken's expertise and professionalism is top tier. He really knows his stuff! We're really lucky to have such an amazing studio here in Albuquerque.
igduranLocal Guide · 126 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews igduran has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Definitely a high end recording studio,the music that is recorded here has a great energy and sound that makes music come alive,old adobe structure brings an ambiance to vocals and instruments like no other with a welcoming atmosphere. Definitely a place for your next recording with some of the best equipment, producing,engineering,knowledge and professionalism. All the tools needed is there as well as high grade quality for your next hit song...Excellent 5 star for sure
d gLocal Guide · 17 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews d has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Kenny Riley has created one of America’s most exceptional recording studios. He is a living musical legend with truly God-given talent and has worked at the biggest recording studios in the world with many of the biggest legends in the industry. But best of all, he is an incredibly kind person who knows how to take any band, any song, and any performance to a whole new level. The studio he has meticulously built from the ground up to bring out the best in performers is sure to leave its mark on the history of recording studios. Sun Studio, Capitol, Motown, Electric Lady, Ocean Way…I’m convinced Rio Grande will be on the same list one day.
Ian Wilson11 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Ian has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I recorded two full length albums at RGS and the experience was amazing. From the the hospitality, to the top notch gear, much of it vintage, I really feel quite at home here. And, thanks to Ken's expertise, not to mention his kindness in his willingness to share his knowledge, we achieved the sound I was looking for. Looking forward to the next project! An Albuquerque gem!
Andrew Garcia5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Andrew has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
