I was really looking forward to this tour, and it was everything I hoped for. We had a 3:00 ticket, but there was no issue switching to 2:00 when we arrived early. The guide was enthusiastic, and was really informative. Loved all the stories. Being in that room was a thrill. Great tour.

Focusing more on early 70s rock, this recording studio reminded me of how talented some of the behind the scene people are in our American music history. It felt like a step back in time and was absolutely one of my favorite stops in the area. Terrell had stories for days. (Please give this man an award - he is preserving a very special, unique part of history.) There is parking next to the small, one studio building and plenty of chances for great photos. The 'Muscle Shoals Sound Studio Tour in Sheffield Alabama' is listed separately on here, as it is an activity. Be sure to check out those amazing reviews as well. I bought their affordable tickets online through their easy to use, updated website. Their website ends with dot org because it's truly a foundation and they take donations. And yes, it's called Muscle Shoals but it is technically in Sheffield. The two small towns are right next to each other and less than a five minute drive apart.

Must stop if you're a Rock and Roll fan. History of the music that came out of the museum if special.

The tour guide was wonderful. He is a wealth of knowledge and stories. We had to wait about 40 minutes for the next tour and the guy running it was great at telling some of the stories of the place too. So it seemed like 2 tours in one! Highly recommend if you're in the area.

Visited here after visiting FAME studios which was great but a different experience. This was a private tour since we were the only ones on it. Chase was a very informative and enthusiastic guide. He even demonstrated guitar licks for us.Very small studio but tons of history. Learning more about the Swampers was fascinating.

Excellent tour that focused on music, people, and history. The Tour Guide told great stories and was really good at answering questions. The studio is small, but the stories filled the time. Must do when in the area.

Very humble and down to earth folks. Amazed to find out how many hits came out of this tiny building, WOW. Tour guide was great and was very knowledgeable

We stopped here on our drive from Wisconsin to Florida. It was well worth the side trip & extra time. Loved learning the history of the studio. We’d definitely recommend it.

LOVED this. We were on a road trip through Mississippi and Alabama and stopped by one morning. Small place but fascinating. The guide really knew her stuff. It felt very special and even a bit emotional to be in this room. Also got a chance to play the piano in the studio. Recommended.

We walked in and did a tour with a really awesome guide from the staff. He knew the history of the building and music and also knew the instruments and musicians. He would show us an instrument and then play part of a song that had featured it. He also told us the stories of the musicians -- both the session players and the performers who came to town to use their services. Really, really fascinating. We spent a day in Muscle Shoals -- could have stayed for two or three. Went to the FAME studio and the birthplace of W.C. Handy. We drove by the Frank Lloyd Wright house but didn't have time to stop. Next time! Driving around town you get a real sense of the history and other music studios that were here. I think our guide said there were 17 at one point? You can see their faded signs on buildings down the road. Singin' River Brewery is a great stop for refreshment if you like beer; very friendly and helpful bartender and lots of locals to chat with. There's also a very active restaurant "district" downtown with lots of options for food. It was a fun day.

This incredibly influential studio has seen so many amazing musicians record that to list would be a long process. Like Sun Studios, still regularly recording. What drew people was an amazing 'house band' and a sound and vibe that was 'unique. Well worth the stop. Bonus: Frank Lloyd Wright house is 10 minutes away....twofer....

Glad they put the effort into restoring the building so people could enjoy the music history. Most of it is original. Tour guide was great and spent all the time we wanted with us.

If you have time for only one tour, make it here—not FAME Studios. To look at the buildings, both appear to be of no importance. However, the guides will be what makes those spaces come alive (or not, as in the case of FAME). Our guide Terrell at M.S. Sound Studio told us the most amazing stories. I wanted to remember the fun anecdotes about all the artists that came here to record in this unassuming place, but he told us so many that I find I need to take the tour again! Seeing the documentary about the music recorded here helps, but those stories related in person are priceless.

If you know anything about music then you know what this place means to great music. Small building but lots to talk about. Still a working studio. A great tour is to be had and the greats once walked these floors. It's not very big but MS has so much layering to what it was and is. Hours are solid so make sure to double-check times, the tour takes over an hour but worth it. Souvenir site on premisis .

If you want to touch music history you MUST visit Muscle Shoals Sounds Studio! The tour guides are excellent and share so many stories of the Swampers and the their outstanding talent. Music fans of all levels will appreciate this place. If you are a novice like I am, do a little research before you go to fully appreciate the rich history and all the accomplishments of the Swampers.