512240 — Sound Recording Studios
Description
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 (as defined in the official U.S. Census Bureau 2022 NAICS Manual).
Exclusions & Cross-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.
Overview Facts
Legacy SIC Concordance
Trace the historical mapping chain from the 1987 Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) to the modern 2022 NAICS code format.
- SIC 7389 - Business Services (via SIC1987:7389→NAICS1997:51224→2002:512240→2007:512240→2012:512240→2017:512240→2022:512240)
Suggested Product Service Codes (Advisory)
The following Product Service Codes (PSCs) are advisory suggestions aligned with this NAICS code. Note: NAICS and PSC codes map to different dimensions of procurement (industry vs. product/service). There is no official binding 1:1 crosswalk.
- PSC 5836 — Video Recording and Reproducing Equipment
Source: DoD DPCAP PSC Selection Tool (Ingested: 2026-06-29)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is NAICS code 512240 valid in 2022? ▾
Yes, 512240 is a valid 6-digit 2022 NAICS national industry code representing 'Sound Recording Studios' under Sector 51 in the official classification index.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS code 512240? ▾
The Small Business Administration (SBA) has established a small business size standard of $11,000,000 for NAICS code 512240 (Sound Recording Studios), calculated based on receipts.
What is the legacy SIC equivalent for NAICS 512240? ▾
According to official Census Bureau concordance tables, NAICS code 512240 (Sound Recording Studios) maps to legacy 1987 Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) codes: 7389 - Business Services.
Related Pages & Tools
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 512240:
- Sector 51 Directory Hub — List of related industries in the Information sector.
- SIC ↔ NAICS Crosswalk Tool — Look up mappings between legacy SIC codes and modern classifications.
- NAICS 512240 to SIC Crosswalk — Bidirectional mapping to legacy SIC codes (Sound Recording Studios).
- SBA Size Standards Guide — Complete rules and averaging periods for small business classifications.
- Calculating Annual Receipts Guide — Detailed worked example of revenue calculation rules.
- IRS Principal Business Activity Guide — How NAICS codes map to corporate and entity tax filings.