NAICS Code 512240 – Sound Recording Studios

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Description NAICS Code 512240 – Sound Recording Studios

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in providing the facilities and technical expertise for sound recording in a studio. This industry includes establishments that provide audio production and postproduction services to produce master recordings.

These establishments may provide audio services for film, television, and video productions.

NAICS code 512240 includes:

  • Audio recording postproduction services
  • Audio recording restoration services
  • Recording studios, sound, operating on a contract or fee basis
  • Sound recording studios (except integrated record companies)

NAICS Code 512240 does not include the following references:

  • Record production and/or releasing, promoting, and distributing sound recordings–are classified in Industry 512250, Record Production and Distribution; and
  • Providing mass duplication of recorded products–are classified in Industry 334610, Manufacturing and Reproducing Magnetic and Optical Media.

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