elstudio is the destination recording studio located in Santa Teresa, Costa Rica and home to engineer, producer and musician Jeff Claeys.

Jeff has 25+ years of experience in the audio industry. He is proficient in recording, mixing, broadcast engineering, live sound and has a passion for analog recording. He worked on high-profile projects for Netflix, FIFA, Tour de France, MTV Music Awards, Major record labels and currently produced over 5000 audio tracks.

The facility caters to artists, bands and various kinds of productions that require an exclusive, private environment for writing, recording, mixing, rehearsing and/or pre & post-production. We also offer podcasting, voiceover, ADR services and remote recording and mixing.

Our unique location offers a private space for our clients to relax and create, while being far away from the hustle and demanding intensity of their regular professional environments.

We arrange the full itinerary for our clients: lockout studio, in-house engineer, lodging, catering, shuttles, local transport (ATV/Car rental), surf lessons, tours, fishing trips, etc...

The Villa provides room to accommodate 8 people, including a private apartment on top of the studio. On request, we provide an on-site Spa service and catering.

The recording studio spaces consist of three main rooms, all of which were designed by Grammy winning George Augspurger

Artists can simply fly in and rehearse or do pre production for an upcoming album or tour. There is a full backline available and specific instruments that are not currently at elstudio can be obtained on short notice as required. Between sessions artists can take a dip in our private swimming pool, enjoy the warm Pacific Ocean, drink a fresh fruit smoothie on the beach, read in a hammock, have a surf session or take a yoga class. Afterwards, play a new take or listen to your mix with a fresh and clear mind. 

Enjoy wonderful Costa Rican jungle & ocean views from both the control room and live room. The rest of the house is discretely integrated as being part of elstudio, with tie, speaker and cue lines, even including the bathroom.

The philosophy of our destination recording studio extends beyond simple recording into lifestyle and wellbeing. Our belief, based on our own experience, is that creativity born from nature creates greater inspiration and awareness.