Capturing the K-Pop Magic: Kent Family’s “APT.” Recording Adventure in Seoul Travel Blog
Experience professional K-pop recording like ROSÉ & Bruno Mars with KING STUDIO's exclusive Seoul recording session—complete with vocal director, sound engineer, and producer in just 2 hours!
Experience true K-Pop Recording in Seoul—where global fans become stars in just 2 hours!
- Introduction to KING STUDIO’s K-Pop Making Class
KING STUDIO brings the authentic idol recording experience to Seoul Travel itineraries. Our K-Pop Making Class invites global K-Pop lovers to step into a professional studio—complete with vocal director, manager, and producer—and record their favorite song in only two hours. From vocal warm-ups to rough mixes, every stage mirrors how top K-Pop hits are produced. Whether you’re a solo traveler or a family, our studio transforms your Seoul travel into a BucketList, Dream Come True moment.
- Welcome Kent Family—From London to KING STUDIO
Today’s stars are the Kent Family from London, BLINKs who chose “ROSÉ & Bruno Mars – APT.” for their cover.
- Studio Tour & Mic Check
Manager Ha Rim leads a quick tour of our hybrid analog-digital booths. At the cue box, he demonstrates headphone levels and mic technique—essential for that crisp K-Pop sound. A brief mic test sets the stage for the real deal.
- Vocal Training with Ji On
Vocal Director Ji On starts with warm-ups:
- Breath control drills
- Pitch slides to find each voice’s sweet spot
- Rosé’s signature “Apateu, apateu…” chant to capture APT.’s playful mood
Kids giggle through the chant, while mom nails Rosé’s higher riffs and dad locks into Bruno’s groove.
- Rehearsal & Key Adjustment
Before hitting REC, Ji On explains each part:
- Chorus timing for the iconic call-and-response
- Verse splits between Rosé and Bruno Mars lines
Through one rehearsal, they fine-tune the backing track’s key for every family member’s range.
- Idol-Style Recording Session
In true idol fashion, the session unfolds:
- Part-by-part directing: Ji On guides emotional delivery on “Kissy face…”
- Timing & pitch coaching: Aiden uses studio talkback for precision
- Multiple takes: Capturing that perfect “APT.” energy
After 1–1.5 hours, they review the raw vocals and record retakes for any final tweaks.
- Sweet Spot Mixing & Welcome Kit
A quick rough mix places their vocals in the sweet spot. Monitoring through studio-grade monitors ensures balance. Finally, the Kent Family receives a KING STUDIO Welcome Kit—lyric sheet, and “APT.” cover.
- Post-Studio Adventure: Seolleung & Jeongneung Royal Tombs
Just a short subway ride to Seolleung Station, explore the serene Seolleung & Jeongneung Royal Tombs, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Gangnam. Wander peaceful forest paths and historic stone figures amid modern skyscrapers.
My experience at KING STUDIO was a lot of fun learning to sing and mix and record music, which gave me a new respect for recording artists, as I realized that it's a lot harder than I thought it would be. The producer and vocal coach were very patient with me and did a great job. Also, the friendly staff there made the experience very recommendable. If I lived in Seoul, I would definitely visit again
🏆 Why KING STUDIO?
- Record in Gangnam’s top K-Pop studio used by idols like BTS & Red Velvet
- K-Pop Making Class package
- Work with producer Aiden (22+ years, 400+ albums) & bilingual vocal directors
- Perfect for Korea travel bucket lists – no prior singing experience needed!
📌 Featured in this video:
✅ Behind-the-scenes tour of Studio A’s acoustic-designed space
✅ Real-time feedback from K-Pop sound engineers
📅 Plan Your Seoul K-Pop Experience:
Book early via KING STUDIO & combine with K-Drama tours!
🔗 Book Your K-Pop Experience Today
Website: kingstudio.co.kr/en
Instagram: @kingstudio.official
Location: 52 B1, Samseong-ro 75-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
