Amplify Your Studio Budget: Lock In 2025 IRS Deductions Now

If you own or run a studio, are an engineer, producer or musician in the U.S., this is the right time to act. At Soundgas we know how vital great gear is to your sound, and right now there’s an even stronger business case to buy that special something before year-end.

Here’s the deal: under Section 179 of the U.S. tax code, you can deduct the full purchase price of qualifying studio equipment in the year it’s placed into service (rather than writing it off slowly over several years). (nationalfunding.com)

Why this matters now

• For tax year beginning 2024 the deduction ceiling is $1,220,000. (Internal Revenue Service)
  
  

• You must place the gear into service within the tax year you want to deduct it. Buy now so we can ship in time for year end. (Internal Revenue Service)
  
  

• The deduction only counts for equipment used more than 50 % for business. (Investopedia)
  
  

• Buying gear now = you boost your write-off this year, freeing up cashflow for next year’s creative spend.
  
  

What counts as “qualifying studio gear”

Think tangible equipment you use in your business: if you’re a musician, composer, engineer, producer or studio owner:

• effects, compressors, pre-amps, consoles

• converters, monitors, patch-bays, routing systems

• synths, guitars, instruments

• software/hardware bundles used in your studio operations
  As long as you’re using them for your trade or business, they qualify.
  
  

Why Soundgas?

• We stock carefully selected best-in-class gear ready to give reliable service that qualifies instantly.
  
  

• We provide prompt shipping so you get it and place it into service before year-end.
  
  

• We back you up with accurate invoice documentation you’ll need for your tax filing.
  
  

Next actions for you

1. Review your studio wishlist: what upgrades or additions will enhance your creativity in the coming year?
   
   

2. Choose the gear and complete the purchase for installation/use before 31 December.
   
   

3. Consult your tax advisor with the cost + service date to claim via Form 4562 (Part I) for Section 179. (Internal Revenue Service)
   
   

4. Use the freed-up cashflow to invest further next year in more great gear, promotion, sample packs or workflow enhancements.
   
   

Feeling the 2026 vibes already

At Soundgas we’re all about super-sonic gear and serious tone. Upgrading now means:

• Head in to the new year with fresh creative possibilities and inspiration
  
  

• Leverage tax incentives to invest more without hurting cashflow
  
  

• Keep your recording equipment ahead of the curve with fresh sounds from new/old gear

If you’d like help choosing the right gear for your studio upgrade (and for maximum tax advantage), email or call me. Soundgas is your perfect partner for sonic excellence and good business strategy.

Here’s to a killer end-of-year upgrade and a creative 2026.

Tony & Jo Miln
Founders – Soundgas
“For the joy of sonic adventure”

Note: Nothing in this mail constitutes tax advice. Always verify eligibility and filing details with your qualified tax advisor.