Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are your hours?
A: 11am to 11pm daily – special accommodations upon request.
Q: Do you do walk-in’s?
A: Yes.
Q: What are your rates?
A: Please see our full Rates page here.
Q: What is your cancellation policy?
A: Studio 1 and Studio 10 require a minimum of 5 days’ notice when cancelling to receive a refund.
Studios 2-9 require a minimum of 2 days’ notice when cancelling to receive a refund.
Q: What is your deposit policy?
A: Studio 1 and Studio 10 require a minimum 50% deposit for all bookings. Bookings made inside the 5 day cancellation policy require full payment at the time of the booking. Studios 2-9 require a $50 deposit for bookings over $100.
Q: What is your no show policy?
A: All "no shows" will be charged the full amount for the missed session before you can book again.
Q: How many people can Studio 1 accommodate?
A: Up to 20 people.
Q: How do I park around Funkadelic?
A: Please see the embedded parking map on our Directions & Parking page or visit www.smoothparking.com. These maps show available parking in the area in real time.
Q: Can we bring food or drink into the studio?
A: Beverages and snacks are permitted, but hot food is not allowed. We have a beverage vending machine available for your convenience. We kindly ask that you keep food and drinks off the equipment and clean up any trash before you leave.
Q: Can we smoke in the studio?
A: No. Smoking inside any building in New York City is against the law, as stated by the FDNY. This includes vaporizers and e-cigarettes. Violators may be subject to fines.
Q: Can we rent instruments for use in the studio?
A: Yes. Please see our front desk for information on renting guitars, basses, etc.
Q: Can we play music from a phone through the studio PA system?
A: Yes. Each studio is equipped with a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Q: Can I record my rehearsal?
A: Yes. Recording a rehearsal costs an additional $40/session. We use the DN-300R MKII, which records to both SD and USB media simultaneously. Utilizing Dual Mono or Dual Stereo modes, the ability to record a second mono or stereo file at -10dB on the same media is supported – even when recording to both SD and USB at the same time.
Q: Do you have acoustic pianos?
A: Yes, we have 1 upright piano in Studio 6.
Q: What is included in the studio rooms?
A: Please see each Rehearsal Studio page for a list of equipment.
Q: Are scooters, bicycles or hand trucks allowed in the studio?
A: Any item used for transportation of people or heavy gear will not be permitted inside the studios. There is an unsecured storage area provided. We prefer they are not brought to the 5th floor.