Recording studio · Phoenix, AZ · reviewed since 2022
iHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 64%85+54Reliability 28%78+22Replies to reviews 8%100+8.2Momentum penalty74−2.6Experts Score= 82Not enough data for value; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.82SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#199 of 216 video production companiesiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 8%
4.9★★★★★184 Google reviews · 1 photos
97%five-star reviews
4.69★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
4.2%1–2★ in 2 yearsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
Google reviewers rate Sound Valley Studios 4.9 out of 5 based on 184 reviews, frequently praising the clean facility, professional engineers, responsive communication, and fair pricing for recording and mixing services. Customers often note the studio's comfortable atmosphere and helpful staff, with some mentioning quick turnaround times. However, a minority of low-star reviews criticize the owner's communication style and allege that additional mixing costs are not always transparently explained during sessions.
Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 184 reviews (97% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 184 Google reviews (152 with written comments, 13 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 23% of reviews.
Most recent review: October 1, 2026.
Service: Video Production Company serving Phoenix, Arizona.
Data from Google, last updated November 3, 2026.
Score profile vs other video production companies
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: replies to reviews and satisfaction; weakest: momentum.
Sound Valley StudiosVideo Production Companies median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Sound Valley Studios: 85/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
85
ReliabilityiReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Sound Valley Studios: 78/100 on this factor. Category median: 97.B
78
Craft & serviceiCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 100.–
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ValueiValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 95.–
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MomentumiMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Sound Valley Studios: 74/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.B
74
Replies to reviewsiReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Sound Valley Studios: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 81.A
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Star ratings
184 Google reviews we collected
4.9of 5
5 stars17897%
4 stars11%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star53%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 152 written reviews
97%praise
Praise10297%
Complaints33%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Staff & attitude4341%
Would recommend2019%
Quality & results1817%
Speed & response1110%
Price & value77%
Honesty & trust44%
Communication22%
What customers talk about
We read 152 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“Great service and nice vibes here got everything I needed done in a fast fashion.”
“Super arrogant, tried to hit me with a Grammy Nominated spill but couldn’t name the tracks off the top he’s accredited with.”
“I recommend this place to any artist that is looking for a studio like this.”
“Had a great experience at sound valley, would highly recommend.”
“Very responsive, great communication, honesty and integrity behind the business.”
“Fair prices and when I didn’t like something on my master they were kind to fix it with no added charges.”
“Aaron (the owner) is a great guy and a trustworthy businessman.”
“Easy to work with and the environment was very welcoming.”
People customers mention
Kid3 reviews
Redcoat3 reviews
Aaron3 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Recent reviews
LLex7 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. · a month ago★★★★★
It was my first experience with Sound valley studios I was completely satisfied, all of my songs sound pretty good. I recommend this place to any artist that is looking for a studio like this. Keep it up guys.
CChiomapunzel1 reviewiTotal 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 months ago★★★★★
Am I able to get a copy of my song from you guys. My emails got deleted and I really need my song.
EEric1 reviewiTotal 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 months ago★★★★★
The experience was top notch. I highly recommend it. I was looking for a safe studio with awesome quality and they brought it! Customer service was legit and engineers were awesome!
NN.j2 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. · 6 months ago★★★★★
Had a great experience at sound valley, would highly recommend. Great vibe and ambience; my engineer Trevor took time to make sure my project was captured exactly how I needed it to be, I’ve been to many studios in my time as an artist and sound valley has made it to the top of my list, I’ll be going every time I’m in Arizona!
DDarius2 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. · 6 months ago★★★★★
Great service and nice vibes here got everything I needed done in a fast fashion.
DDimitricLocal Guide · 35 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. · 6 months ago★
Only record vocals here or R/B, no Hip Hop. He’ll try to take you down thru there if you don’t know the difference between vocal recording and mixing. I ain’t never met the dude in person before. Called to chop it with him and possibly record same day. Super arrogant, tried to hit me with a Grammy Nominated spill…
It was my first experience with Sound valley studios I was completely satisfied, all of my songs sound pretty good. I recommend this place to any artist that is looking for a studio like this. Keep it up guys.
Response from the owner · a month ago
thank you so much for the kind words, look forward to next time!
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Alejandro Vergara1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Alejandro has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
The experience was top notch. I highly recommend it. I was looking for a safe studio with awesome quality and they brought it! Customer service was legit and engineers were awesome!
Response from the owner · 4 months ago
Hi Eric, Thank you for the kind words, we strive to provide a comfortable and enjoyable environment for artists to create! I also wanted to mention how much we appreciate you going through the full process of recording, mixing, and mastering to get the song produced to its fullest potential. See you next time!
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Jademyrhh3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Jademyrhh has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Had a great experience at sound valley, would highly recommend. Great vibe and ambience; my engineer Trevor took time to make sure my project was captured exactly how I needed it to be, I’ve been to many studios in my time as an artist and sound valley has made it to the top of my list, I’ll be going every time I’m in Arizona!
Response from the owner · 6 months ago
N.J. Thank you so much for the kind words, we enjoyed hosting you and are excited to finish out the project for you during the mix and master stage and deliver to you an incredible final product. your talent speaks for itself and you have a bright future ahead of you. thanks again for visiting SVS!
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Carson Powers1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Carson has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Xavier, your music really stood out, it was a pleasure to work with you and show you our process from recording to mixing to mastering. I am glad you liked how the project turned out!
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Darius Thomas2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Darius has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.