Sigma Sound Studios
Sigma Sound Studios is a landmark Philadelphia recording studio founded in 1968 by engineer Joseph Tarsia. It pioneered 24-track recording and defined the “Sound of Philadelphia” through more than 200 gold and platinum records by artists such as The O’Jays and David Bowie.
Address: 212 North 12th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Phone: (215) 561-3660
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