512290 — Other Sound Recording Industries
Description
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in providing sound recording services (except record production, distribution, music publishing, and sound recording in a studio). Establishments in this industry provide services, such as the audio recording of meetings and conferences (as defined in the official U.S. Census Bureau 2022 NAICS Manual).
Exclusions & Cross-References
- Promoting and authorizing the use of musical works in various media--are classified in Industry 512230,
- Music Publishers;
- Providing facilities and technical expertise for recording musical performances--are classified in Industry
- 512240, Sound Recording Studios;
- Record production and/or releasing, promoting, and distributing sound recordings--are classified in
- Industry 512250, Record Production and Distribution;
- INFORMATION 407
- Providing mass duplication of recorded products--are classified in Industry 334610, Manufacturing and
- Reproducing Magnetic and Optical Media; and
- Organizing and promoting the presentation of performing arts productions--are classified in Industry Group
- 7113, Promoters of Performing Arts, Sports, and Similar Events.
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→NAICS1997:51229→2002:512290→2007:512290→2012:512290→2017:512290→2022:512290)
- SIC 7922 - Theatrical Producers (via SIC1987:7922→NAICS1997:51229→2002:512290→2007:512290→2012:512290→2017:512290→2022:512290)
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 5835 — Sound Recording and Reproducing Equipment
Source: DoD DPCAP PSC Selection Tool (Ingested: 2026-06-29)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is NAICS code 512290 valid in 2022? ▾
Yes, 512290 is a valid 6-digit 2022 NAICS national industry code representing 'Other Sound Recording Industries' under Sector 51 in the official classification index.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS code 512290? ▾
The Small Business Administration (SBA) has established a small business size standard of $22,500,000 for NAICS code 512290 (Other Sound Recording Industries), calculated based on receipts.
What is the legacy SIC equivalent for NAICS 512290? ▾
According to official Census Bureau concordance tables, NAICS code 512290 (Other Sound Recording Industries) maps to legacy 1987 Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) codes: 7389 - Business Services, 7922 - Theatrical Producers.
Related Pages & Tools
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 512290:
- 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 512290 to SIC Crosswalk — Bidirectional mapping to legacy SIC codes (Other Sound Recording Industries).
- 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.