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MUSIC REHEARSALS ART STUDIOS SOUL FOOD LANDMARK

SoundSpace@Rabbit’s is a music rehearsal and art studio facility inside of a historic, 1947 Black-owned tourist court and soul food cafe’ known as Rabbit’s Motel. Opening soon with new soul food kitchen Areta’s, by ‘Flavor King’ Clarence Robinson.

noon – midnight, 7 days a week
109 McDowell St. Asheville, NC 28801
828-552-3534

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2 pro-audio studio rooms, minutes from downtown

Full Backline of drums, amps, weighted keys, PA & monitors

Drive-in Motel Mojo – Ground Level Rooms for Easy Loading

Pro Practice spaceS

We have two pro-audio, music studio rooms with vaulted ceilings, wood floors, and fab rugs with motel ground-level rooms, providing the ultimate in ease for access and loading. Full backline is provided with drums, bass and guitar combo amps, keys controllers and P.A. with monitors in each room. Change the room around to suit your setup!

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ROOM B ‘Brett’ – 13’x14′

$25/HR

general INFO

  • Rugs Over Wood Floors
  • High Vaulted Ceiling
  • HAVAC Climate Control
  • Air Purification Unit
  • Ground-Level, Easy Loading
  • Max Occupancy – 5 People

AMPS & CABS

  • Markbass CMD 102P 300/500W 2×10 Tilt-Back Bass Combo Amp
  • Fender Champion 100 – 100-watt 2×12″” Combo Guitar Amp

drums

  • PDP Maple 5-PC Tobacco Burst Drumkit: 22”x12”x16”
  • Zildjian S Series S390 Cymbals: 14″ Hi-Hats, 16″ Medium Thin Crash, 18″ Medium Thin Crash, 20″ Medium Thin Ride

keys

  • Studiologic SL88 88-Weighted Keys Studio Keyboard Controller

mixers & Speakers

  • Midas DM12 12-Channel Mixer
  • (2) Electro-Voice ZLX-12P 1000w Powered Monitors

Read our FAQ for additional information.

BOOK ONLINE NOW!

ROOM C ‘Claude’ – 13’x18′

$30/HR

GENERAL INFO

  • Rugs Over Wood Floors
  • High Vaulted Ceiling
  • HAVAC Climate Control
  • Air Purification Unit
  • Ground-Level, Easy Loading
  • Max Occupancy – 5 People

AMPS & CABS

  • Markbass CMD 102P 300/500W 2×10 Tilt-Back Bass Combo Amp
  • 1973 Fender Bassman 100 w/4×12 Cabinet
  • Fender Champion 100 – 100-watt 2×12″” Combo Guitar Amp

drums

  • Custom Bucks Co. Drums: Mahogany shells w/Wood Hoops: 20″x19″, 12″x10″, 14″x16″
  • Zildjian S Series S390 Cymbals: 14″ Hi-Hats, 16″ Medium Thin Crash, 18″ Medium Thin Crash, 20″ Medium Thin Ride

keys

  • Studiologic SL88 88-Weighted Keys Studio Keyboard Controller

mixers & Speakers

  • Midas DM12 12-Channel Mixer
  • (3) Electro-Voice ZLX-12P 1000w Powered Monitors
  • (2) QSC KW152 1000w 2×15″ Powered Speakers

Read our FAQ for additional information.

BOOK ONLINE NOW!

Cancellation Fee: The fee for cancellations within 24 hours is half your booking rate and within 4 hours or no-show is full rate. Cancellation fees are waived in the event of an emergency or extreme weather conditions.

@soundspaceatrabbits

@soundspaceatrabbits

Music Rehearsal Studios• Artist Studios • Soul Food • Black Landmark • 📍 Located in Asheville, NC _ Help Rebuild SoundSpace@Rabbit’s Post-Helene
  • We have two of our pro-studio music rooms now available for lease!

The rooms are sound-treated,recording studio-grade rooms for music. They can be for a single person or band, or shared with other bands to make a premium lockout space!

You’ll get 24/7 access to your space along with access to the office kitchenette and bathroom, ADT security, and climate control in each room.

Room I is 13’-4" x 14'.

Room A is 13’-4” x 10’-4” and is a smaller sized room that can be used not only as a killer band space but is also great as a studio production room, podcast studio or livestream teaching studio. It can also be shared.

These rooms are available immediately. Message us for details, or contact: info@soundspaceavl.com!
  • We have just marked a one year anniversary since Hurricane Helene reshaped the lives of so many across our region. As we reflect on this milestone, we remember not only the immense challenges we still face but also the remarkable support we have all received in support of our recovery.

We are also deeply grateful for those from near and far who stepped in to share our story of recovery, as well as our mission as a resource to the arts community here as well as the creation of opportunity and equity that drives the purpose of our business here in Asheville. It is a story of recreation and hope, as much as it is a story of recovery. 

We have been grateful to have received much attention from around the state and beyond, hosting walking tours, taken part in panels, seminars, and shared interview time with entities of every type from the arts to preservation organizations. With each effort, partnership, and act of care, we are moved one step closer to our rebuilding. Because of each of your support, our region is stronger today and better prepared for the challenges ahead.
�
With gratitude and appreciation, we thank our recent supporters and friends in the community for their attention and time:

@warrenwilsoncollege 
@riffraffartscollectiveRiffRaff Media and @acc_cdfi Community Capital
@presncPreservation
@hurricanehelenerecovery
@claudecolemanjr

With deep thankfulness,
The SoundSpace@Rabbit's Team
  • From band rehearsals to acting auditions, SoundSpace was built for artists of all kinds. With wood floors, vaulted ceilings, and soundproof walls, our studios adapt to your craft. 

Want to help keep our doors open for creatives? Help us rebuild at the link in our bio.
  • Local Spotlight: From late-night jams at Be Here Now to sold-out shows at The Orange Peel, @mjlenderman has grown up in the Asheville music scene. These days, he’s selling out shows in the very rooms where he once stood in the crowd.

Celebrating Asheville musicians is what we do – they’re the ones who help keep the city’s sound alive.
  • Thanks so much for all the support as we plan our next steps. Early estimates are coming in higher than we hoped – storms, material costs, and labor shortages are all adding up. We’ll have the real numbers soon and will keep you updated along the way. 

In the meantime, please feel free to share or donate at the link in our bio. Let's rebuild SoundSpace, together.
  • If you’ve been looking for a sign, this is it. Don’t forget to lock in your rehearsal space and stay sharp.
  • A month ago today, we celebrated 77 years of our building. In 1948, it opened as Rabbit’s Motel & Café; a safe haven and gathering spot for Black travelers. Over the decades, it became a soul food staple and community hub, and today it lives on as SoundSpace@Rabbit’s – a creative space for artists and musicians.

Help us keep the legacy alive by helping us rebuild SoundSpace. Link in bio.
  • School may be back in session, but it’s time to get back into your rehearsal routine. We’ve got the space – you bring the sound.
  • Helene shook us, but it didn’t stop us. Now we’re asking for your help to keep building what this place has always been about: access, equity, and soul.

This fundraiser isn’t just about fixing a wall – it’s about making sure artists and musicians still have space to create, heal, and be heard.
We have two of our pro-studio music rooms now available for lease!

The rooms are sound-treated,recording studio-grade rooms for music. They can be for a single person or band, or shared with other bands to make a premium lockout space!

You’ll get 24/7 access to your space along with access to the office kitchenette and bathroom, ADT security, and climate control in each room.

Room I is 13’-4" x 14'.

Room A is 13’-4” x 10’-4” and is a smaller sized room that can be used not only as a killer band space but is also great as a studio production room, podcast studio or livestream teaching studio. It can also be shared.

These rooms are available immediately. Message us for details, or contact: info@soundspaceavl.com!
We have two of our pro-studio music rooms now available for lease!

The rooms are sound-treated,recording studio-grade rooms for music. They can be for a single person or band, or shared with other bands to make a premium lockout space!

You’ll get 24/7 access to your space along with access to the office kitchenette and bathroom, ADT security, and climate control in each room.

Room I is 13’-4" x 14'.

Room A is 13’-4” x 10’-4” and is a smaller sized room that can be used not only as a killer band space but is also great as a studio production room, podcast studio or livestream teaching studio. It can also be shared.

These rooms are available immediately. Message us for details, or contact: info@soundspaceavl.com!
We have two of our pro-studio music rooms now available for lease!

The rooms are sound-treated,recording studio-grade rooms for music. They can be for a single person or band, or shared with other bands to make a premium lockout space!

You’ll get 24/7 access to your space along with access to the office kitchenette and bathroom, ADT security, and climate control in each room.

Room I is 13’-4" x 14'.

Room A is 13’-4” x 10’-4” and is a smaller sized room that can be used not only as a killer band space but is also great as a studio production room, podcast studio or livestream teaching studio. It can also be shared.

These rooms are available immediately. Message us for details, or contact: info@soundspaceavl.com!
We have two of our pro-studio music rooms now available for lease!

The rooms are sound-treated,recording studio-grade rooms for music. They can be for a single person or band, or shared with other bands to make a premium lockout space!

You’ll get 24/7 access to your space along with access to the office kitchenette and bathroom, ADT security, and climate control in each room.

Room I is 13’-4" x 14'.

Room A is 13’-4” x 10’-4” and is a smaller sized room that can be used not only as a killer band space but is also great as a studio production room, podcast studio or livestream teaching studio. It can also be shared.

These rooms are available immediately. Message us for details, or contact: info@soundspaceavl.com!
We have two of our pro-studio music rooms now available for lease!

The rooms are sound-treated,recording studio-grade rooms for music. They can be for a single person or band, or shared with other bands to make a premium lockout space!

You’ll get 24/7 access to your space along with access to the office kitchenette and bathroom, ADT security, and climate control in each room.

Room I is 13’-4" x 14'.

Room A is 13’-4” x 10’-4” and is a smaller sized room that can be used not only as a killer band space but is also great as a studio production room, podcast studio or livestream teaching studio. It can also be shared.

These rooms are available immediately. Message us for details, or contact: info@soundspaceavl.com!
We have two of our pro-studio music rooms now available for lease!

The rooms are sound-treated,recording studio-grade rooms for music. They can be for a single person or band, or shared with other bands to make a premium lockout space!

You’ll get 24/7 access to your space along with access to the office kitchenette and bathroom, ADT security, and climate control in each room.

Room I is 13’-4" x 14'.

Room A is 13’-4” x 10’-4” and is a smaller sized room that can be used not only as a killer band space but is also great as a studio production room, podcast studio or livestream teaching studio. It can also be shared.

These rooms are available immediately. Message us for details, or contact: info@soundspaceavl.com!
We have two of our pro-studio music rooms now available for lease! The rooms are sound-treated,recording studio-grade rooms for music. They can be for a single person or band, or shared with other bands to make a premium lockout space! You’ll get 24/7 access to your space along with access to the office kitchenette and bathroom, ADT security, and climate control in each room. Room I is 13’-4" x 14'. Room A is 13’-4” x 10’-4” and is a smaller sized room that can be used not only as a killer band space but is also great as a studio production room, podcast studio or livestream teaching studio. It can also be shared. These rooms are available immediately. Message us for details, or contact: info@soundspaceavl.com!
2 months ago
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1/9
We have just marked a one year anniversary since Hurricane Helene reshaped the lives of so many across our region. As we reflect on this milestone, we remember not only the immense challenges we still face but also the remarkable support we have all received in support of our recovery.

We are also deeply grateful for those from near and far who stepped in to share our story of recovery, as well as our mission as a resource to the arts community here as well as the creation of opportunity and equity that drives the purpose of our business here in Asheville. It is a story of recreation and hope, as much as it is a story of recovery. 

We have been grateful to have received much attention from around the state and beyond, hosting walking tours, taken part in panels, seminars, and shared interview time with entities of every type from the arts to preservation organizations. With each effort, partnership, and act of care, we are moved one step closer to our rebuilding. Because of each of your support, our region is stronger today and better prepared for the challenges ahead.
�
With gratitude and appreciation, we thank our recent supporters and friends in the community for their attention and time:

@warrenwilsoncollege 
@riffraffartscollectiveRiffRaff Media and @acc_cdfi Community Capital
@presncPreservation
@hurricanehelenerecovery
@claudecolemanjr

With deep thankfulness,
The SoundSpace@Rabbit's Team
We have just marked a one year anniversary since Hurricane Helene reshaped the lives of so many across our region. As we reflect on this milestone, we remember not only the immense challenges we still face but also the remarkable support we have all received in support of our recovery.

We are also deeply grateful for those from near and far who stepped in to share our story of recovery, as well as our mission as a resource to the arts community here as well as the creation of opportunity and equity that drives the purpose of our business here in Asheville. It is a story of recreation and hope, as much as it is a story of recovery. 

We have been grateful to have received much attention from around the state and beyond, hosting walking tours, taken part in panels, seminars, and shared interview time with entities of every type from the arts to preservation organizations. With each effort, partnership, and act of care, we are moved one step closer to our rebuilding. Because of each of your support, our region is stronger today and better prepared for the challenges ahead.
�
With gratitude and appreciation, we thank our recent supporters and friends in the community for their attention and time:

@warrenwilsoncollege 
@riffraffartscollectiveRiffRaff Media and @acc_cdfi Community Capital
@presncPreservation
@hurricanehelenerecovery
@claudecolemanjr

With deep thankfulness,
The SoundSpace@Rabbit's Team
We have just marked a one year anniversary since Hurricane Helene reshaped the lives of so many across our region. As we reflect on this milestone, we remember not only the immense challenges we still face but also the remarkable support we have all received in support of our recovery.

We are also deeply grateful for those from near and far who stepped in to share our story of recovery, as well as our mission as a resource to the arts community here as well as the creation of opportunity and equity that drives the purpose of our business here in Asheville. It is a story of recreation and hope, as much as it is a story of recovery. 

We have been grateful to have received much attention from around the state and beyond, hosting walking tours, taken part in panels, seminars, and shared interview time with entities of every type from the arts to preservation organizations. With each effort, partnership, and act of care, we are moved one step closer to our rebuilding. Because of each of your support, our region is stronger today and better prepared for the challenges ahead.
�
With gratitude and appreciation, we thank our recent supporters and friends in the community for their attention and time:

@warrenwilsoncollege 
@riffraffartscollectiveRiffRaff Media and @acc_cdfi Community Capital
@presncPreservation
@hurricanehelenerecovery
@claudecolemanjr

With deep thankfulness,
The SoundSpace@Rabbit's Team
We have just marked a one year anniversary since Hurricane Helene reshaped the lives of so many across our region. As we reflect on this milestone, we remember not only the immense challenges we still face but also the remarkable support we have all received in support of our recovery.

We are also deeply grateful for those from near and far who stepped in to share our story of recovery, as well as our mission as a resource to the arts community here as well as the creation of opportunity and equity that drives the purpose of our business here in Asheville. It is a story of recreation and hope, as much as it is a story of recovery. 

We have been grateful to have received much attention from around the state and beyond, hosting walking tours, taken part in panels, seminars, and shared interview time with entities of every type from the arts to preservation organizations. With each effort, partnership, and act of care, we are moved one step closer to our rebuilding. Because of each of your support, our region is stronger today and better prepared for the challenges ahead.
�
With gratitude and appreciation, we thank our recent supporters and friends in the community for their attention and time:

@warrenwilsoncollege 
@riffraffartscollectiveRiffRaff Media and @acc_cdfi Community Capital
@presncPreservation
@hurricanehelenerecovery
@claudecolemanjr

With deep thankfulness,
The SoundSpace@Rabbit's Team
We have just marked a one year anniversary since Hurricane Helene reshaped the lives of so many across our region. As we reflect on this milestone, we remember not only the immense challenges we still face but also the remarkable support we have all received in support of our recovery. We are also deeply grateful for those from near and far who stepped in to share our story of recovery, as well as our mission as a resource to the arts community here as well as the creation of opportunity and equity that drives the purpose of our business here in Asheville. It is a story of recreation and hope, as much as it is a story of recovery. We have been grateful to have received much attention from around the state and beyond, hosting walking tours, taken part in panels, seminars, and shared interview time with entities of every type from the arts to preservation organizations. With each effort, partnership, and act of care, we are moved one step closer to our rebuilding. Because of each of your support, our region is stronger today and better prepared for the challenges ahead. � With gratitude and appreciation, we thank our recent supporters and friends in the community for their attention and time: @warrenwilsoncollege @riffraffartscollectiveRiffRaff Media and @acc_cdfi Community Capital @presncPreservation @hurricanehelenerecovery @claudecolemanjr With deep thankfulness, The SoundSpace@Rabbit's Team
7 months ago
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2/9
From band rehearsals to acting auditions, SoundSpace was built for artists of all kinds. With wood floors, vaulted ceilings, and soundproof walls, our studios adapt to your craft. 

Want to help keep our doors open for creatives? Help us rebuild at the link in our bio.
From band rehearsals to acting auditions, SoundSpace was built for artists of all kinds. With wood floors, vaulted ceilings, and soundproof walls, our studios adapt to your craft. 

Want to help keep our doors open for creatives? Help us rebuild at the link in our bio.
From band rehearsals to acting auditions, SoundSpace was built for artists of all kinds. With wood floors, vaulted ceilings, and soundproof walls, our studios adapt to your craft. Want to help keep our doors open for creatives? Help us rebuild at the link in our bio.
8 months ago
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3/9
Local Spotlight: From late-night jams at Be Here Now to sold-out shows at The Orange Peel, @mjlenderman has grown up in the Asheville music scene. These days, he’s selling out shows in the very rooms where he once stood in the crowd.

Celebrating Asheville musicians is what we do – they’re the ones who help keep the city’s sound alive.
Local Spotlight: From late-night jams at Be Here Now to sold-out shows at The Orange Peel, @mjlenderman has grown up in the Asheville music scene. These days, he’s selling out shows in the very rooms where he once stood in the crowd.

Celebrating Asheville musicians is what we do – they’re the ones who help keep the city’s sound alive.
Local Spotlight: From late-night jams at Be Here Now to sold-out shows at The Orange Peel, @mjlenderman has grown up in the Asheville music scene. These days, he’s selling out shows in the very rooms where he once stood in the crowd. Celebrating Asheville musicians is what we do – they’re the ones who help keep the city’s sound alive.
8 months ago
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4/9
Thanks so much for all the support as we plan our next steps. Early estimates are coming in higher than we hoped – storms, material costs, and labor shortages are all adding up. We’ll have the real numbers soon and will keep you updated along the way. In the meantime, please feel free to share or donate at the link in our bio. Let's rebuild SoundSpace, together.
8 months ago
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5/9
If you’ve been looking for a sign, this is it. Don’t forget to lock in your rehearsal space and stay sharp.
9 months ago
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6/9
A month ago today, we celebrated 77 years of our building. In 1948, it opened as Rabbit’s Motel & Café; a safe haven and gathering spot for Black travelers. Over the decades, it became a soul food staple and community hub, and today it lives on as SoundSpace@Rabbit’s – a creative space for artists and musicians.

Help us keep the legacy alive by helping us rebuild SoundSpace. Link in bio.
A month ago today, we celebrated 77 years of our building. In 1948, it opened as Rabbit’s Motel & Café; a safe haven and gathering spot for Black travelers. Over the decades, it became a soul food staple and community hub, and today it lives on as SoundSpace@Rabbit’s – a creative space for artists and musicians.

Help us keep the legacy alive by helping us rebuild SoundSpace. Link in bio.
A month ago today, we celebrated 77 years of our building. In 1948, it opened as Rabbit’s Motel & Café; a safe haven and gathering spot for Black travelers. Over the decades, it became a soul food staple and community hub, and today it lives on as SoundSpace@Rabbit’s – a creative space for artists and musicians. Help us keep the legacy alive by helping us rebuild SoundSpace. Link in bio.
9 months ago
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7/9
School may be back in session, but it’s time to get back into your rehearsal routine. We’ve got the space – you bring the sound.
School may be back in session, but it’s time to get back into your rehearsal routine. We’ve got the space – you bring the sound.
School may be back in session, but it’s time to get back into your rehearsal routine. We’ve got the space – you bring the sound.
9 months ago
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8/9
Helene shook us, but it didn’t stop us. Now we’re asking for your help to keep building what this place has always been about: access, equity, and soul.

This fundraiser isn’t just about fixing a wall – it’s about making sure artists and musicians still have space to create, heal, and be heard.
Helene shook us, but it didn’t stop us. Now we’re asking for your help to keep building what this place has always been about: access, equity, and soul.

This fundraiser isn’t just about fixing a wall – it’s about making sure artists and musicians still have space to create, heal, and be heard.
Helene shook us, but it didn’t stop us. Now we’re asking for your help to keep building what this place has always been about: access, equity, and soul. This fundraiser isn’t just about fixing a wall – it’s about making sure artists and musicians still have space to create, heal, and be heard.
9 months ago
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9/9

…paying homage to an invaluable part of history and embracing a model of diversity in the most authentic was possible: through music, art, community, and great food.

– GLIDE MAGAZINE