Started in 1986 as a small studio specializing in audiophile music recording, Arcadia Recording (named after nearby Arcadia Creek) quickly grew. In 1987 a Yamaha C-7 Conservatory Series grand piano was put into service. By 1989 a 16-track 1" analog recorder and 32-input mixing console had been added and the scope of production was expanded to include radio and television soundtrack work.

During this time, a number of high profile corporate projects were produced including original music for The Secret of Life, a 13-part PBS television series viewed by over 30 million people worldwide. In 1992, Firebird, the debut recording by the WMU Jazz Quartet received a 5-star review in Downbeat magazine.

By the mid 1990's, production credits included award-winning educational audio programs, several of which were aired on Michigan Public Radio and National Public Radio (NPR). In 1994, Spritely Overdue (Sea Breeze Vista SBV-4510) received a Grammy nomination for 'Best Big Band Recording'. In 1996, Disposable Income (Sea Breeze Vista SBV-4522) received the same honor.

Production capabilities were expanded during this time to include 24-track digital recording, mastering, and computer-based digital editing. Classical music recording and corporate audio projects have become an increasingly significant part of the production mix.