Root Cellar Music Studio

Root Cellar Music Studio Root Cellar Music Studio is a custom-built creative space in Monroe, Georgia, owned by husband-and-wife team Record Producer Rob and Laura Kuhlman.

Designed by musicians, for musicians, it’s where great performances become great records. Root Cellar Music Studio is a production and recording studio custom built to Rob Kuhlman’s design. conveniently located in Monroe, Georgia (30 miles from downtown Athens and 41 miles from downtown Atlanta.) 3 tuned rooms, including a fully acoustically treated live room that features a 17 foot ceiling. A cus

tom built control room that is room mode calculated to one of the highest regarded ratios in the industry. After 30 years of experience in songwriting and recording, Rob has a method to help bring out the best of an artist. Rob believes in working with artists directly, starting at the song. He has helped dozens of artists with everything from ghost writing, arranging, chord substitutions, melodic options, all the way up to full co-writing. Rob can then record, edit, mix and even master the songs all in house. He has played guitar and bass on countless recordings and makes most of his equipment available to the artist for no additional charge. Root Cellar’s in-house equipment includes vintage guitar amplifiers, bass amplifiers, guitar effects, keyboards, and an array of guitar and bass cabinets. What are the benefits of recording in Root Cellar’s Tuned rooms? Recording in a tuned room eliminates troublesome acoustic artifacts like comb filtering, standing waves, flutter and undesirable room reverb. These are some of the hardest things to correct in the mixing and mastering process. When recording in a tuned room you will be amazed how good things sound even before mixing. What are the benefits of mixing and critical listening in Root Cellar’s room mode calculated control room? If you have ever been happy with a mix at a studio only to be dissatisfied after hearing it on other speakers, you have experienced an untuned mixing environment. At Root Cellar great care has gone into tuning the control room to ensure the mixes travel well.

07/07/2025

🥁 Raw. Real. Thunderous.

Rob Kuhlman‘s been back in the studio with Futon, laying down their new song Grass—and drummer Alex Clark came in HOT. The clip you’re hearing features raw, unprocessed drum tracks—straight from the source. No fluff, no polish. Just the natural sound of a killer drummer in a professionally tuned space.

At Root Cellar Music Studio, we’re proud to deliver the best drum recordings in our price range. That’s thanks to our carefully designed spaces—including a room-mode-calculated control room and a 17-foot ceiling live room that lets drums breathe, resonate, and punch through with clarity and depth.

Rob’s approach to capturing drums is all about musicality, precision, and feel—and when a band like Futon walks through the door, that energy comes to life fast.

Can’t wait to share more from this session. Futon’s bringing the rock, and Grass is going to hit hard. ⚡️

🔥 Futon was back at it—tracking their upcoming release with Rob Kuhlman here at Root Cellar Music Studio.Alex, Daniel, J...
07/06/2025

🔥 Futon was back at it—tracking their upcoming release with Rob Kuhlman here at Root Cellar Music Studio.

Alex, Daniel, Jacob, and Tuari brought the rock as they kicked off work on their new song Grass… and let’s just say, it’s already sounding massive.

Always a blast having these guys in the studio. Can’t wait for y’all to hear what’s coming! 🎸🎤🎶

📸 Swipe through for a behind-the-scenes look at the session.

07/06/2025

🎶 Recording Spotlight: Erik Norgaard | Psalms 1–7 🎶

We recently wrapped up a beautiful project with Erik Norgaard, recording his breathtaking musical arrangements of Psalms 1 through 7. These songs are full of heart, depth, and reverence—and we’re honored to have helped bring them to life.

For Psalm 1, we used our vintage 1973 Gibson J45 acoustic, Erik’s Flambeau guitar, and a combination of Beyerdynamic M160 and Neumann KM 184 microphones to faithfully capture the warmth and detail of his arrangements.

🎧 Listen to the full Psalm 1 production now on Erik’s Psalms2Music YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/1gDYvTlo2cU

Reflecting on the experience, Erik shared:
“Rob truly gave me space to be my own artist while, at the same time, offering his vast knowledge, insight, and expertise in such a way that fostered a remarkably powerful and creative space like nothing I’ve previously experienced. Perfect synergy.”

We’re so grateful to collaborate with artists like Erik—who bring deep meaning to their music and trust us to help shape the sound.

🎙️ Root Cellar Music Studio
Where artistry, sound, and soul meet.

07/01/2025

🎶 Looking for a studio that truly understands musicians? 🎶
At Root Cellar Music Studio, artists come to us—and return again and again—for one reason: we’re all about the music.

Whether you’re tracking your first EP or laying down your tenth album, we offer a recording experience that’s artist-centered, sonically excellent, and grounded in decades of experience.

🎛️ Rob Kuhlman isn’t just a producer/engineer—he’s a musician, songwriter, and long-time music educator who knows how to guide artists toward their best performance. With hundreds of tracks under his belt and skills on guitar, bass, and keys, Rob brings more than technical know-how—he brings heart, ears, and intuition.

🥁 Our drum recordings are some of the best in our price range, thanks to our finely tuned spaces:
✅ Room-mode-calculated control room
✅ 17-ft ceiling live room
✅ A massive iso room
✅ World-class amps, cabs & instruments on hand

🛏️ And for artists traveling in, we offer on-site accommodations—so you can settle in and focus fully on your project.

Our clients say it best:

“Rob has the irreplaceable intangible qualities that bring out the best in his artists and make for an exceptional recording experience.” – Scott Buck, composer & multi-instrumentalist

✨ If you’re ready to create in a space where you’re supported, heard, and inspired—let’s make something great together.

📩 DM us or visit rootcellarmusicstudio.com to book your next session.

🎸 Rest in Power, Mick Ralphs 🎸We’re deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Mick Ralphs, founding member of Bad Compan...
06/24/2025

🎸 Rest in Power, Mick Ralphs 🎸

We’re deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Mick Ralphs, founding member of Bad Company and Mott the Hoople. A true guitar legend and songwriter, Mick’s riffs, tone, and feel helped define a sound that shaped generations of rock music.

Our hearts go out to all of Mick’s loved ones.
We’re so grateful for the legacy he leaves behind—the unforgettable songs, the iconic guitar work, and the spirit of rock ‘n’ roll that will keep on inspiring and electrifying the world for generations to come.

RIP Mick. Your music lives on. 🖤

06/20/2025

🎶 Headed to AthFest! 🎶

Rob Kuhlman of Root Cellar Music Studio is rolling into Athens this weekend to catch the sounds, the energy—and connect with artists who might be looking for that next-level studio experience. 🎛️🎤

Whether you’re a solo artist or in a full band, if you’re serious about your sound, Rob’s got the ears, the gear, and the chops to bring your music to life. 👂🔥

🎥 Watch the video to hear what he’s up to—
Going to AthFest? DM Rob or email [email protected]—he’d love to meet up and talk music.

06/19/2025

📦✨ Unboxing Alert! ✨📖

Rob Kuhlman just got his hands on Loud and Clear—Brian Anderson’s deep dive into the legendary Grateful Dead Wall of Sound—and we’re geeking out over here at Root Cellar Music Studio.

This book is packed with insight, history, and jaw-dropping photos of one of the most ambitious live sound systems ever built. As a studio deeply rooted in the craft of sound, we love seeing the innovation and wild spirit that shaped live music in such a revolutionary way.

Rob’s already got ideas brewing inspired by this sonic monument. 😎🎛️🎶

✨12 YEARS AGO✨Spiral Rhythm’s Rise Up was released into the world.We have such powerful memories of those sessions—back ...
06/17/2025

✨12 YEARS AGO✨

Spiral Rhythm’s Rise Up was released into the world.

We have such powerful memories of those sessions—back at our Lawrenceville studio, filled with rhythm, spirit, and deep connection.

We’re so grateful to have been part of capturing that magic with Spiral Rhythm.

Here’s to the music that lifts us—and keeps lifting us—year after year. 💫

🎧 Listen to Rise Up now
🔗 Amazon Music https://amazon.com/music/player/albums/B00DW3XHTS?marketplaceId=ATVPDKIKX0DER&musicTerritory=US&ref=dm_sh_JxVjqGPWkTnCQHaZTmvvKk221

🔗 Apple Music https://music.apple.com/us/album/rise-up/672933483

🔗 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/album/0u87h2BvlzCrDwEoqj7KaX?si=cGwCb5AgTb2JZwppWJtqlQ

🔗 YouTube https://youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_ndwDY4JdlZ3Ab7fBVfpXg2NqBaqBTwmEU&si=UT2Ul3mI7XgO0O9N

“The first piece of advice to a musician at any level is to put your best foot forward — Rob Kuhlman and Root Cellar Mus...
06/16/2025

“The first piece of advice to a musician at any level is to put your best foot forward — Rob Kuhlman and Root Cellar Music Studio is that best foot!” — Go Go Boy (aka Park Doing)

We always have a blast working with Go Go Boy in the studio—his energy, creativity, and commitment to making great music are next level.

Whether you’re just starting out or stepping up your sound, we’re here to help you bring your best.

No regrets. No mediocre recordings.
Just the real deal.

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Root Cellar Music Studio is a full-production recording facility conveniently located in Caroline, N.Y. 14 miles from downtown Ithaca N.Y.

Our custom designed control room is the perfect place to overdub your tracks, make critical edits, explore creative options and of course get your projects mixed and mastered. Root Cellar’s in-house equipment includes vintage guitar amplifiers, bass amplifiers, guitar effects, keyboards, a vintage Wurlitzer, guitar and bass cabinets. Guitars and basses are also available to record with for a small fee. What are the benefits of recording, mixing and mastering in Root Cellar’s control room? Recording, mixing and mastering in a tuned room eliminates troublesome acoustic artifacts like comb filtering, standing waves, flutter and undesirable room reverb. These are some of the hardest things to correct in the mixing and mastering process. When recording in a tuned room you will be amazed how good things sound even before mixing. Our control room is room mode calculated and features a symmetrical design large enough to record in it is perfect for mixing and mastering too. A huge reflection free zone ( 96 sq. feet of clouds) and numerous acoustic devices including QRD and Binary amplitude arc difussers compliment bass traps, broadband absorbers and standard Binary amplitude abfusers. What are the benefits of mixing and critical listening in Root Cellar’s tuned control room? If you have ever been happy with a mix at a studio only to be dissatisfied after hearing it on other speakers, you have experienced an untuned mixing environment. At Root Cellar great care has gone into tuning the control room to ensure the mixes travel well.