About Studio Recording Awards
The Studio Recording Awards (formerly known as MBI Awards) are voted on by the Academy's professional members. The categories honor the behind-the-scenes musicians, producers, engineers and industry professionals who contribute so much to the artistry, success and longevity of country music.
The ACM Special Awards, Studio Recording Awards and Industry Awards will be presented at the 8th Annual ACM Honors, hosted by Jake Owen on September 9th at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville. For tickets, CLICK HERE.
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2014 Studio Recording Awards Winners
The Academy of Country Music has announced winners for this year's Studio Recording Awards. Congratulations to the talented musicians below!
2014 Studio Recording Awards Winners
| Award | Winner |
| Bass Player of the Year | Michael Rhodes |
| Guitar Player of the Year | Rob McNelly |
| Piano/Keyboards Player of the Year | Charlie Judge |
| Specialty Instrument(s) Player of the Year | Bryan Sutton |
| Steel Guitar Player of the Year | Paul Franklin |
| Drummer of the Year | Shannon Forrest |
| Audio Engineer of the Year | Justin Niebank |
| Producer of the Year | Dan Huff |
2013 MBI Awards Winners
The Academy of Country Music has announced winners for this year's MBI Awards. Congratulations to the talented musicians below!
2013 MBI Awards Winners
| Award | Winner |
| Producer of the Year | Jay Joyce |
| Audio Engineer of the Year | Chuck Ainlay |
| Bass Player of the Year | Jimmie Lee Sloas |
| Percussionist/Drummer of the Year | Matt Chamberlain |
| Guitarist of the Year | J.T. Corenflos |
| Fiddle Player of the Year | Aubrey Haynie |
| Piano/Keyboard Player of the Year | Michael Rojas |
| Specialty Instrument(s) Player of the Year | Ilya Toshinsky |
| Steel Guitar Player of the Year | Mike Johnson |
2012 MBI Awards Winners
The Academy of Country Music has announced winners for this year's MBI Awards. Congratulations to the talented musicians below!
2012 MBI Awards Winners
| Award | Winner |
| Producer of the Year | Frank Liddell |
| Audio Engineer of the Year | Justin Niebank |
| Bass Player of the Year | Michael Rhodes |
| Percussionist/Drummer of the Year | Shannon Forrest |
| Guitarist of the Year | Kenny Greenberg |
| Fiddle Player of the Year | Stuart Duncan |
| Piano/Keyboard Player of the Year | John Hobbs |
| Specialty Instrument(s) Player of the Year | Aubrey Haynie |
| Steel Guitar Player of the Year | Paul Franklin |
2011 MBI Awards Winners
The Academy of Country Music has announced winners for this year's MBI Awards. Special Awards, Industry Awards and MBI Awards are presented to recipients at ACM Honors, a special event held annually in the fall at the historic Ryman Auditorium. The 5th Annual ACM Honors is set for Monday, Sept. 19th at 7 p.m. Tickets will be available to the public in August. Congratulations to the talented musicians below!
2011 MBI Awards Winners
| Award | Winner |
| Producer of the Year | Paul Worley |
| Audio Engineer of the Year | Chuck Ainlay |
| Bass Player of the Year | Glenn Worf |
| Percussionist/Drummer of the Year | Eddie Bayers |
| Guitarist of the Year | Tom Bukovac |
| Fiddle Player of the Year | Aubrey Haynie |
| Piano/Keyboard Player of the Year | Gordon Mote |
| Specialty Instrument(s) Player of the Year | Bryan Sutton |
| Steel Guitar Player of the Year | Dan Dugmore |
