About Us
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Our Story
Hermosa Sound Lab is a professional recording studio providing audio recording, mixing, mastering, live sound, production sound and stage rental services in the coastal community of Hermosa Beach, California.
Founded in 2024 by Alex Lockwood, our studio offers over a decade of audio engineering experience in a creative, comfortable, and collaborative environment. Alex got his start with Studio 637 in 2014 and acquired ownership of the company in 2017. He has had the unique opportunity to operate from the same location for a decade. The building has undergone a full renovation and has continually updated gear to stay at the forefront of the industry. Just blocks from the beach, Hermosa Sound Lab has worked with independent artists, record labels, filmmakers, voice over talent, bands, and clients throughout Southern California.
Alex and our team are passionate about sound and dedicated to realizing our clients’ creative visions. We continually invest in the latest audio gear and software as technology progresses to deliver high-quality products across all our service offerings.
Hermosa Sound Lab embraces a laid back and welcoming vibe while maintaining a professional workflow and attention to detail. Contact us today to start your next project.
Founded in 2024 by Alex Lockwood, our studio offers over a decade of audio engineering experience in a creative, comfortable, and collaborative environment. Alex got his start with Studio 637 in 2014 and acquired ownership of the company in 2017. He has had the unique opportunity to operate from the same location for a decade. The building has undergone a full renovation and has continually updated gear to stay at the forefront of the industry. Just blocks from the beach, Hermosa Sound Lab has worked with independent artists, record labels, filmmakers, voice over talent, bands, and clients throughout Southern California.
Alex and our team are passionate about sound and dedicated to realizing our clients’ creative visions. We continually invest in the latest audio gear and software as technology progresses to deliver high-quality products across all our service offerings.
Hermosa Sound Lab embraces a laid back and welcoming vibe while maintaining a professional workflow and attention to detail. Contact us today to start your next project.
NOTABLE PROJECTS
Music:
- Josh Heinrichs
- Once Dead
- Kat Hall
- Alyssa Barron
- Kira Lingman / The Hollow Legs
- V Torres
- Zeal Levin/Triple Bueno
- Liv Gibson
- Jeff Baker
- Mike Longacre
- Stephanie Hatzinikolis
- Mikey Jerome
- Hugh DeFrance
- Nick Shattuck
Audio Books:
- Anita Moorjani – If This Is Heaven
- Janice Bryant Howroyd
- Various Harper Collins Authors
- Channon Rose – The Story of Channon Rose Lessons Between The Lines & The Story of Channon Rose Part II
- Kori Clausen – Paddle Out: Death is Life Changing
- Tina Quinn – Invisible Things: The Most Important Things in Life Are The Ones You Can’t See
- Amy Blakeslee – Awakening Through Anxiety: A Journey to Find One’s True Self
- Darryl Brown – Thinking About Your Thinking: Harnessing the Brain and Body’s Emotional Intelligence to Support Our Mental Health
- Bill Von Fumetti – Keyboard Rich: How Any One Can Earn Six Figures from Home with a Simple Bookkeeping Business
- John Teng – Hero Mindset: Become(ing) the Hero of Your Own Adventure
- Karl McMillen, Jr., Bill Hayes, and Jennifer Thomas – Triumphs and Tragedies: A True Story of Wealth and Addiction
Video/Live Stream:
- California Roots Music Festival
- Virgin Orbit
- Western States Endurance Race 100
- Forest Giants
- BeachLife Festival
- Beach Cities Health District
- Jason Ferg
- Gen.G Esports
- Prodege
- Iration
Why Hermosa Sound Lab?
Professional Equipment
Outfitted with latest mics, preamps, plugins, and more
Adaptable Services
Recording, mixing, mastering, sound for video, live sound, gear rentals
Competitive Rates
Quality and service at affordable prices
Location
Enjoy the laidback beach town vibe during sessions
Get in touch today to start your next project with qualified engineers in Hermosa Beach, serving recording artists and clients throughout Southern California.
What Our Clients Say
What an incredible joy to work with Claire and Alex. I went in to tape my audiobook and they walked me through the whole thing. I’d never done any taping before! They helped me with everything from pronunciations to pauses and everything in between. The environment was clean, comfortable and they were so so welcoming and friendly. I’ve recommended them to many of my peers already. A very sincere thanks to your team there.
Tina Quinn
“HSL is my home away from home. Top tier gear and amazing people who
always get quality results. Shoes not required...”
Trip OutwestDJ/Producer
“Recording “51/50” with Alex was nothing short of a transformative experience.
His exceptional talents, unwavering professionalism, and genuine passion for
music make him not just a skilled audio producer, but a true artist in every sense
of the word. I am beyond grateful for the opportunity to work with him and look
forward to many more collaborations in the future.
Thank you, Alex, for making my music sound better than I ever could have
imagined. You're truly a gem in the music industry, and I can't recommend you
highly enough.”
Mikey JeromeFolk Singer
“What an incredible joy to work with Claire and Alex. I went in to record my
audiobook and they walked me through the whole thing. I'd never done any
recording before! They helped me with everything from pronunciations to pauses
and everything in between. The environment was clean, comfortable and they
were so so welcoming and friendly. I've recommended them to many of my
peers already. A very sincere thanks to your team there.”
Tina QuinnAuthor
“I’ve recorded a few singles and a live album with Alex. He has even mixed some
DIY recordings I’ve done and brought them up to a professional studio quality.
He is so professional, dedicated and passionate about his job and ensuring you
love the end product. I cannot recommend him more!”
Kira LingmanGuitarist/Vocalist/Songwriter
“As a professional musician for the last 15 years I have experienced a wide
variety of recording studio environments. Every time I have had the opportunity
to record with Alex Lockwood at Hermosa Sound Lab (formerly Studio 637) he
has made me and my fellow artists feel welcomed and comfortable. Without a
doubt, his knowledge, amazing gear, and professionalism has helped us capture
some amazing moments. In addition, his mixing and mastering skills are top
notch and Alex always executes what I need from him as an artist / producer. I’d
highly recommended working with Alex Lockwood and Hermosa Sound Lab!”
Zeal LevinGuitarist/Vocalist/Songwriter