Duffield is hoping for the best for the new business and, even though it's early days, says he's looking to eventually have Royal City Studios in other towns too.

He came up with about 15 potential names for the spot and is quite pleased with the chosen one.

"Royal City Studios, not only is it good for Guelph, the Royal City, but it really holds its own when you go outside of Guelph," he says.

"I would like to take this idea and bring it to other places, too. That's the dream."

Royal City Studios features, via Duffield:

• The entire facility is focused on the musician and improving the music community in Guelph

• All of the studios are physically and acoustically isolated from each other, using well-engineered techniques

• Each studio is acoustically treated to provide excellent audio quality

• There are seven rehearsal studios available for hourly rental: Two small, four medium, and one large.

• All studios include a drum kit, amps, microphones and a PA system.

• The small studios hold one to three musicians, and cost $5 per person per hour to democratize the cost, allowing individuals and small groups to be able to afford rehearsal

• Medium studios hold four to six musicians, and cost $25 per hour flat

• The large studio holds seven to 10 musicians, and costs $35 per hour flat

• There is also a recording studio available for hourly rental. The fee structure is unique in the industry, says Duffield

• You can bring your own recording engineer and use all of the equipment

• Three levels of recording engineers are also available, ranging from $20 to $40 per hour

• Mixing and mastering engineers are also available if desired

• This custom approach allows the artist to choose the right mix for them rather than being dictated to by a business

• There is a 1,200 square foot music hall for live events, workshops, and more

• There is a concierge on staff at all times to make sure the rehearsal and recording experiences are excellent

• There is a musicians' lounge and kitchenette with snacks, drinks, and a breakfast bar with charging ports

Royal City Studios is having an open house on April 20 from noon to 6 p.m., and a grand opening reception (invitation only) on April 25 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Royal City Studios is located at 930 Woodlawn Rd. W., Unit 1.