RCA Studio A, Recording studio in Music Row, Nashville, US
The RCA Studio A building contains a three-story structure with office spaces and recording facilities, including Nashville's largest recording room measuring 40 by 80 feet.
Chet Atkins, Owen Bradley, and Harold Bradley established RCA Studio A in 1964, marking a major expansion of Nashville's recording capabilities during the music industry's growth period.
The studio shaped country music development through recordings by Dolly Parton, Waylon Jennings, and The Beach Boys, contributing to different musical styles and production techniques.
Visitors can participate in guided tours of the facility, learning about recording processes while observing the preserved original architecture and technical equipment.
The studio survived demolition threats in 2014 through collective efforts of musicians and philanthropists, leading to its inclusion in the National Register of Historic Places.
Location: Nashville
Inception: 1964
Founders: Chet Atkins, Owen Bradley, Harold Bradley
GPS coordinates: 36.14960,-86.79300
Latest update: May 26, 2025 11:19
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