Soundcheck

Great venue for a show ! Staff was very nice & helpful. Visuals and lighting were on point.RC° Sounds

Soundcheck, the vibrant sibling of Echostage, offers an intimate EDM haven in DC. Nestled under Insomniacs Glow Club, its a cozy spot with a mix of tables for those seeking a breather and ample space up front for dance enthusiasts. The pulsating energy in front of the DJ stand is where the magic happens, making it a must-visit for both locals and EDM-loving visitors. DCs nightlife scene just got a whole lot better!

Hidden gem in DC! Went to see my friends Dubdogz and the sound was perfect! The staff was amazing except for the one guy who pretty much ruined every video I tried to take. Overall its a good venue and Id recommend it to anyone. Special thanks and gratitude to the guy who let me bring their birthday presents!! 🎁

We wanted to check out this place coming all the way from SWPA, were here to attend a concert on 13th July 2024 Saturday.We get here at around 12:00AM, we were shooed away like we were untouchable. It was demeaning, disrespectful and embarrassing. There was an African American gentleman at the door with golden locks, Im going to call him sister sage.Sister sage decides that 2 brown dudes shouldnt be allowed in the club because we dont meet his definition of fit for entry. He handed us a couple of water bottles and told us to hydrate, eat and come back, which we didnt understand was sarcasm or literal. We took a walk around the block hoping his xenophobia subsides or someone else is at the door, but 2nd time around he says the same thing, his coworkers also looked at him and wondered why he was stopping us. We had ticketmaster tickets and were unable to redeem or get them refunded. We lost 50$ and were made to feel unwelcome. So much for the diverse (white) crowd you encourage to visit. Goldi-locks sister sage, I hope you are reading this, and I hope you got your dopamine boost for the day, or your ego got stroked or you felt good about yourself after that.TLDR: Potentially racist bouncers at entry. Be with non colored women or show up in a big group and you should be fine. Dont show up alone or with only colored people, as you maybe denied entry.Sit on this and spin on it sage. ☝️

The security guy sucked. He had an abhorrent attitude that makes me wish to never purchase a ticket for any event occurring here EVER again. I implore you to do the same. Other than that, the event I was supposed to be there for allegedly was slated to begin at 9pm, but they didn’t start allowing people into the venue until 10pm. I witnessed the utmost unprofessionalism, lost money, and the only consolation were the cool people I met while waiting in a line THAT SHOULDN’T HAVE EXISTED. It was hot and mosquitos were out, luckily I had a fan.Bottomline: If you value your time, sanity, and happiness, don’t ever come here, simply find a similar event elsewhere🖤

I have been here multiple times and have always had a great experience. The place is clean and the atmosphere is nice! April 3rd, a group of friends and I went to see Subdocta and ordered drinks from the bar. All of the bartenders have always been super kind, until last night. My friend and I paid separately, because we are not together and they didn’t take cash, so we paid card. The bartended copped an attitude and was visibly pissed off when we asked if our tabs could be separate. She said “I guess they can,” snatched the cards out of our hands, rolled her eyes and dramatically slammed our checkbooks down to close out. I’m a server and bartender, so is my friend, and neither of us have never acted like that because of a customer asking to have separate tabs. She was wearing dark eye makeup, and if you’re facing the bar, she was working the far right side, next to a male bartender. Money has never mattered to me, as mostly all venues always have pricey drinks, but if I’m paying $35 for 2 drinks, I’d expect my bartender not to have an attitude over something so small. Especially when my friend and I tipped her 20% on our 2 previous purchases earlier in the night. Overall though, the venue is great and the other bartenders are too!

If you are under 21 or over 21 and drinking, make sure you know they will not let you into this vicinity. half of the workers are cool, the one with the afro outside is not. they have rules that are not explained on ticketmaster at all and they will deny you entry. they will also not give you a refund...

Been clubbing in DC for 20+ years but this is the first time I felt inclined to write something. Been to soundcheck a handful of times over the years. Went to see Skream last night and had a security guard CONSTANTLY hovering around me the entire night. I paid to see an artist, I didnt pay to see you every other time I looked up. Had two security guards walk by to flashlight check the ground near my feet. Security all up on the dancefloor. I definitely think it was because it was either my race, my build, or a combination of the two. Spent $30+ on 2 tiny drinks, the bartender did well and was friendly, shoutouts to her. Wont be back. Hopefully Flash books Skream again instead of this place.

The jerk bartender at the far end of the bar literally snatched my empty water bottle from me ($6+), threw it away, gave me an attitude for asking for water, and forced me to purchase another. I literally did nothing but ask for a refill of water, i dont know what the jerk’s problem was. Forced me to purchase another and gave me an attitude for no reasonSpend your money elsewhere where they have respect for people

Venue sold tickets for an event that their site and all tickets sold said started at 9 pm (on a Thursday night). Upon arrival venue staff were entirely unprepared, and said that the doors would not open until 10 pm, and that event would start even later than that.

Real good underground vibe.Event staff sucked. Definitely a bunch of losers from school that loved being school safeties.

Been going for years. Staff is incredible. I encourage you to get to know them. Quick easy security, good prices, amazing lights and sound production, top tier performers. By far my favorite venue in DC i cant believe i havent left a review yet. Love you soundcheck!

Came here with two friends. I had a great time, I prefer hip-hop, so maybe Ill come again when its my type of music! Either way, the sound system was excellent, we got a table, but it was a bit crowded at some points. The place was clean, no dirty, stick tables. Only annoying part was the wait at the bar... My goodness! Not sure if more bartenders are needed, or what, but it was just way too long of a wait.Luckily the bathroom lines werent nearly as long as the bar. We waited outside while getting in for a little too long, but I feel like thats to be expected.

GREAT VENUE to experience the sound & production of some of the BEST electronic artists!!! Whether its a sold-out show or one that sold little, if youre a fan of LIVE! Music youre gonna love every nook&cranny of the intimate venue and the way its lights&sounds really immerse you into the music!!! 10outof10 would refer this UNDERGROUND venue to any friend!!!

I was coming regularly to this club because of the great DJs they bring and the amazing service from the bar. But the sound in some of the recent events has been way too loud and distorted, which ruins the experience. Despite using earplugs, I had bad hearing problems for days after. I checked the sound levels and obviously an earplug that brings this down by 10-20 dB will never be enough to listen safely if you start with 120 dB. This is a hazard for your staff and for your customers, you should do something about it.

Perfectly sized underground club with a top tier sound system, professional lighting production and incredible talent selection. There’s a show here most nights of the week and every performer I’ve seen has been amazing— each show feels like a completely unique experience. The artists seem happy to be there and interact with the crowd every time im there.

My first time there with a friend. Paid $40. Walk into the wrong door. Guy checks our wrists and says get out of here now. Says it was the VIP room. No refund. No respect. Nothing. I am not just an upset costumer. But that is NOT how you do business. Disgusting

Advertised event open time before the venue even opens, cant get a refund because they only sell through the good old Ticketmaster monopoly.

It was very crowded, but if that’s what you’re looking for from a nightclub, you’re in luck. Great sound quality.

Soundcheck is such a vibe! It’s a great place for smaller concerts. You can tell the staff goes to great lengths to make sure patrons have an enjoyable time while also making safety the number one priority. Will always come back to Soundcheck to see my favorite DJs and have a great time!

We had a great time. Security was friendly and helped us out.

Fantastic talent in an intimate environment, friendly service and great crowd. Perfect show environment.

Some of the nicest staff Ive ever encountered! Great venue.

Owner denied my older brother when it was his last time hanging out with all of our friends before moving. Did it for no reason. He was 22 and wasn’t even drinking. Said it was because he was in a car with underage drinkers but he wasn’t even. Highly do not recommend unless you want to pay for a ticket then not even get in.

Staff outside are very rude and aggressive. Was trying to go there for the first time with my bf, they wouldnt let us in for no reason. When I suggested that the reason might have been homophobia, they said now we can never let you in. We politely asked for a refund and their reply was contact Ticket Master. This place is definitely not a safe space, if youre looking for a welcoming EDM venue, do yourself a favor and go somewhere else.

I love this place so much, this venue is one of the best to experience in DC! The staff is amazing as well, I’ve never had one bad experience with them and I’ve been coming here since I was 18 years old. My favorite bartender/waitress is named Raven who I love because she always greets me with the best energy and does her job so well! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Been coming since it opened. Most Underrated Club in DC. Chill vibe. Intimate shows.

I had high hopes for Soundcheck Club, especially considering the impressive lineup of artists they book. However, my recent experience left me thoroughly disappointed. The sound quality at this club is terrible, to put it mildly. If you dare to step inside without earplugs, be prepared for a painful assault on your eardrums, and chances are you wont even enjoy the show.Its evident that the sound and bass levels at Soundcheck are far from calibrated, and the speakers lack the capacity and quality necessary for an EDM club. Its puzzling why renowned artists like NTO, deadmau5, and Cristoph still choose this venue for their events. The clubs sound setup simply doesnt do justice to their talent.Recently, I attended with a large group of 25-30 people, and we collectively decided that well never set foot in Soundcheck Club again. Its a shame that such a promising venue falls short in the most crucial aspect of delivering an enjoyable EDM experience. Hopefully, theyll address these issues in the future for the sake of people and the talented artists they host.

Small and intimate venue but good vibes

Saw Morgan Page and Arty, which had Flapjax as an opener and closer. The venue feels very intimate and wasnt too packed, it didnt feel like they over sold the show like some venues seem to do. The crowd was very into the artists music and was very considerate of each other, no body getting out of hand or aggressive. Flapjax was really quite good and played some good music. Parking is convenient and close and reasonable if you use a parking app, 7.50 for the night is very reasonable and the parking garage was very nice. The area soundcheck is on is very nice too.

TL:DR Make sure you get an itemized receipt when you go to close your tab. Why? Theyve most likely added drinks to your tab hoping you wont notice. Other than a terrible experience with the bartenders and manager, venue and security staff were awesome.If you have time . . . .I went on a Wednesday evening, the place was half full, so I was able to easily get to the bar and order drinks. I ordered from the same bartender the entire night, and ordered the exact same drink each time. By the second round I asked her how much my drinks were to get a general idea of how much I was spending. At the end of the night when I went to close my tab, she handed me a receipt that wasnt itemized, and looked way too high for what I had ordered.When I asked to see the itemized she brought over the receipt and surprise surprise, there were drinks on my bill I hadnt ordered. The bill was double what it should have been.When I told her half the drinks on the bill werent mine and reminded her I had been ordering the same thing all night her response was someone must have put drinks on your tab.She didnt offer to fix it or anything, she just stared at me. I had to be the one to tell her to fix it. Her response? I have to get my manager. She made it sound like an inconvenience as if I was gonna say thats ok dont worry about it SMH.Manager comes out and explains how theyre not in the business of stealing money which quite frankly, if thats the first thing you say to me when my check is wrong, sounds like you are.Maybe if it was a busy night and I had ordered from multiple servers etc I could have for one second believed they werent trying to swindle me LOL.Anyways, they fixed the receipt but Im certain they do this often hoping people dont feel like waiting for, or dealing with a manager.

Great intimate venue with world renowned acts. All the staff are friendly and welcoming if you treat them with respect, as you should. The security has gone above and beyond to remove an intoxicated individual who was harassing a few of my female friends recently. I come here a few times a month and always have a great experience. The only thing keeping me from a 5 star review is how HOT it can get in there, but it’s understandable due to the smaller size and big crowds. Would recommend to anyone in the DMV area with a love for EDM.

Easily the single best venue I’ve attended for its purpose. Sort of like Echostage’s little brother and has an underground, more “intimate” vibe. The club itself is designed fantastically and handles sold-out crowds easily. A1 sound system. Bartenders are great and make killer long-islands.

One of the better music venues in DC. It’s sort of small but enough room to enjoy yourself. You won’t get the intense visuals of bigger venues but it’s always a good time. Tip the bartenders and the bathroom attendant.

I have so much fun whenever I go there with my friends. Best table service in the city. The bottle girls made my night! Bartenders are freaking amazing too!

Soundcheck is an amazing venue. The atmosphere is awesome, the staff is amazing, and they always have AWESOME DJ’sBrianna behind the bar is the GOAT

My wife and I love going to Soundcheck. Its DC, so tickets are never expensive like in NY. They host great DJs from a variety of genres. The club is small but it also feels intimate, but not like a basement. Its never been too crowded.

I love this venue. First when I walk in, the guy with the afro at the front door was very friendly and got us in very quick. The music was great, the sound, lighting and visuals was spectacular. The big security guy next to the stage (I think his name was Door but when I said I couldn’t hear him he just told me Jacob) kept on handing me water bottles. It was hot in there but I didn’t pass out because I was hydrated to the max. It wasn’t too crowded and I had a lot of space to shuffle. The only bad part there was this drunk guy who I believe was part of a vip table who put his arms around me and started dancing on me. I pushed him away and as soon as that happened Jacob came and had a chat with him. The drunk guy didn’t bother me for the rest of the night which was great.

Overall experience was 8/10. DJ was pretty good. Staff was RUDE all over.(Edit): and apparently this is common after reading other’s experiences - especially women. Staff -10 👎🏽I have worked for other Live Nation venues and have been to other Live Nation venues in other major cities and this one was the worst. It’s sucks how rude employees can be the only negative thing - it takes away from an overall great experience. But cheap tickets and decent show

Came here for my birthday on New Years Eve. I heard great things about this place and I was highly disappointed 😞. The tickets were over priced for what we received. $33.00 a person for general admission and I wasnt even given a place to sit. All the music was the same and the atmosphere lacked the spirit of New Years eve. For a birthday present this was a let down. Dont come here unless a huge name is down here. The lack of lines outside the door shouldnt have been a sign

Its a pretty small venue, which was cool because I was pretty close to the stage. The drinks were delicious and I greatly appreciated the free water and ice once I started dancing myself to dehydration. I saw Infected Mushroom here and it was one of the most awesome shows Ive been to.

My friends and I had a great experience here seeing Haliene perform on Friday night, the staff and the venue awesome. We got a table and bottle service was A+ as our bottle girl Raven checked in almost every 10 mins on us and ensured we had everything we needed.Shout out to you Raven.Highly recommended and we will certainly be back again.

Meh, not worth a $30 cover. Outside staff and bathroom attendant were nice, professional. Bartenders slow and rude. They definitely pick who they want to serve and when. They look right past you as you are standing there and help someone who just walks up. Not sure if they are friends or regulars, but if you want tips or to stay open, you should treat newcomers just as good. Not to mention, with the exception of the staff, and MAYBE 10 guests, nobody was wearing a mask. A socially responsible club would enforce this mandate.

Yo so I paid good money for 4 tickets tonight to see Sascha Robotti play, and he never showed, and the supporting artists were just extended and paying customers were treated like CHUMPS because an announcement was never made, and we hung out till 3 am after working all day and were let down royally. I love Soundcheck, but I want a refund for $112 in tickets or else I will never be silenced about this. Please reach out with refund information. Thanks!

I got a table for Borgore. I had A1 service. I came with my family and we had an amazing time. Naomi was our server and she always made sure our mixers were topped off. Never less than half full. Production was top notch! Andrew our security guard made sure no one unauthorized entered our section which made our VIP experience top notch.

I visited this club recently to hear some DJs I hadn’t heard live yet. Overall, it was a fun experience with a friendly crowd and very danceable music. I got there early, but the line to get in starts getting long between an hour or two after the club opens. The crowd was trendy and more than a few club-goers were quite good dancers. I’m sure to visit this club again for the intimate dance floor, nice selection of drinks, and the DJs spinning music that kept the crowd going on a fairly high fidelity sound system.

Used to enjoy going to this place but I think the new security guys have been pretty rough. Friends had a table and one of them had a lot to drink and decided to sit down (this was at the end of the night and the closer after the main act had come on).Security guy started harassing my friend (who was part of the table mind you) for him to leave. We asked him why he was doing that and he wouldnt give an answer.They can get some great acts to play here, the older staff that has been here are still nice but the newer people that I dont recognize arent very great and really spoil the experience.Otherwise I think the new lasers and addition of speakers were a great idea.

So I just walked up to get id wearing nice clothes being respectful and security rudely came up to me and asked me to leave for no reason. To clarify i did not have any beverages in me. Then proceeded to allow 15 people in. Rudest establishment that I have ever been treated.

My wife and I were in D.C. for the weekend And had gotten tickets to see Solarstone an Irish Trance DJ at Soundcheck. We were both looking to it, and I was excited for my wife’s first trance experience. Unfortunately, but probably for the best, we were not able to attend as we were as harassed immediately by the security detail camped outside the venue. They were extremely racist and rude towards us. Most likely jealous. Luckily, the bar across the street was more welcoming and quite unique entrance :)

Used to be the old Lotus lounge. New layout is...okay. The new scene just isn’t as LIT as it once was. Go check it out. Write a review too lol

For a small venue this place pack an amazing audio, lighting and visuals. All the staff are very friendly. I have to give props to the security guard in the DJ booth. I believe he said his name was Door. He was like “my name is Door, like you open and close the door.” There was a guy harassing my girl friend and he noticed, so he brought me and my GF some free water bottles and he asked us if the drunk guy was bothering us. I told him yes. About two minutes later his security manager escorts him out the building. Big props to soundcheck for handing out free (usually $5) water bottles and there highly trained staff.

The event being held at the venue was great. However, the drinks were highly overpriced for the amount you’re being served. You’re better off pre-gaming or byob if that were an option. Will likely not attend another event at this venue.

The vibes are great, the artists are great, the sound system is.... Ouch...Its shrill and piercing and hurts your ears, and a lot of artists music cant come through clearly. Maybe if they added more speakers so they could lower the volume on them, itd be better

Highly recommend checking out this venue. It is a smaller intimate venue offering one of the most unique experiences for EDM in the US. Don’t let the smaller size fool you, the venue brings in amazing EDM headliners weekly, in addition to showcasing some of the DMVs best up an coming local talent. The production is high quality and delivers exciting lighting, visuals, and lasers.The staff are friendly and helpful, very professional establishment.

Security, yall were amazing even in the 7 degree weather with some of them people. Green Velvet was amazing!-1 star for being charged $5 more for the same drink for no reason I can think of

Amazing venue and quality service! Love the DJ selection that come to this venue. Always a good time with great lights, music / sound system, and service!

Easily my favorite place to go in DC. I have been coming to this club for over 5 years now. They never disappoint with great shows, service, management. You can always expect to have a good time here. Sound system is incredible.

Small, intimate club with great electronic acts every weekend. Spacious waiting area and coat check avail prior to club entry.

Sound check is absolutely amazing. The show started at 10 p.m we got there about 25 minutes early and the line wasnt that long at all even if it were long I think you could still get a good spot near the stage. The drinks were priced really well nothing out of the normal for DC. I went there for a DJ set and the sound was absolutely amazing. The bar is about fifty or so feet from the front of the stage so its a really short walk and if you are in the front of the stage you can easily navigate your way to the barn the Patriots that were there when I was there were really awesome I went to see krewella by the way. I would definitely recommend this place for a DJ set because the sound is amazing, the prices are good, and even though it looks small its pretty spacious.

I went on a Wednesday, which according to their calendar is now bass/dubstep night. They brought a big headliner into a small venue for a small price, so it was packed with not a lot of room to move around. Sound was good, visuals were lacking, security line was short. I get the the feeling the opening acts were told to keep it mellow before the headliner, as many clubs unfortunately do, and the small size is a big issue on big nights, but overall I had a good time and got my moneys worth.

I came here for Black V-neck and had a great time. Thor, the security guard near the DJ was really great. He knew I was messed up and he kept on handing me water bottles. It was really hot in there but the water boy saved the day.

I went to the Eptic show a few weeks ago and I had a great time. I hadn’t been to soundcheck since Covid and I was pleasantly surprised to see some changes to the production. From the moving heads to lasers this little venue packs a punch. When everything is on there is definitely an added sense of sensory. I love a good light show and soundcheck delivered on that aspect. The sound quality was good and the staff was overall friendly. This is a go to venue when you’re looking for something to do on a Wednesday night. Highly recommend trying it out

Awesome, intimate, hole-in-the-wall club with amazing headliners. Its deeply personal, but with thumping audio and pro lighting. Cant wait to catch more shows- Flux Pavilion, Borgore, Riot Ten, Ray Volpe, coming up just to name a few incredible DJs coming thru Soundcheck🤟

This is the worst place in DC, if you what to be harassed by the rude staff come here. I went with my boyfriend and the bouncer literally grabbed his stuff and went through everything in his wallet. Even went as far as to empty out his gum ON TO THE FLOOR. I was truly flabbergasted he then harassed me and said I was being rude and unhelpful when I tried to defend my boyfriend. Then they said they couldn’t let us in for no apparent reason when I tried to ask why they pushed me and told me to leave. Mind you we were completely sober at this time. When we tried to ask for a refund as we had already paid they said they couldn’t do anything and “that’s tough”. After MANY MONTHS ANS MULTIPLE ATTEMPTS TO GET A REFYND we finally got one. Truly unbelievable this place is still open. Save your money.

Bartenders were great and friendly so was the security staff. The bouncers outside however said there was a $10.00 cover charge. We just moved here not long ago so we believed that even though the club had just opened. They pocketed our money. Honestly if we were more in tune with the situation I wouldnt have gone in because of there sketch service. We found out from the manager its free before 11. Be aware if youre told there is a cover before 11 they are lying to pocket your money.

First time being here, took my niece here for her 21 turn up. It was cool the music was okay DJ just kept playing Drake. That was so annoying after a certain hour it started to get lit. A great crowd bartenders definitely making them drinks right. Bathroom attendant was cool. Ladiea dont be trifling bring some ones so you can tip!!!!!

One the best music venues in DC! Staff goes above and beyond and the environment and vibes are always fantastic! Music varies every night with the best Djs to date!

I am giving 2 stars, but if it wasnt for the vaccine cards fiasco I would give it 5 stars. This was an vaccine card mandated show, but NO ONE asked for our vaccine cards. I even wanted to show but they said its ok, no need. If the goal is to keep people safe, why let everyone in if you say there is a vaccine mandate? Now on to the positives, great sound, but a bit too loud. Definitely need ear plugs. Drinks well priced, security kept an eye out for drunks and fights and did a great job.

My first time at this venue was 12/03/2016. I had a good time, the DJs were great, I had no problem with the security , etc. People acknowledged you whether they knew you or not. I think the DJs stage or booth is too small, and should be a little larger with more space to move maneuver. That being said the DJs and others who were able to get their stuff done which was well received. Now as for the bar, the bartenders were very pleasant, but I think its sneaky to not have a price list, I purchased an Apple Cider and a Vodka with Red Bull for someone else and that was $20.00. I am not in anyway being cheap although if one is that is fine, but it;s good to have an idea of pricing before you purchase anything. I would go again, but will be careful what I purchase. I will give it one star for now and perhaps write a new review the next time I attend.

Nice and friendly underground club with good sound and world-class djs.

One of the best intimate venues in the US to come watch and maybe even meet some of your favorite DJs. From the lovely ladies at the bar, to the smiling security, and a production/sound that is unique to DC. Soundcheck is an experience that everyone should try.

Soundcheck is the best. A very legit EDM venue. They get great shows and they do a great job with them. Fun eclectic crowd, doesnt often get overly crowded but always feels crowded enough to have a good energy. Bartenders take good care of us. Bathrooms are fine. Coat check line is usually long at the end of the night but rarely out of control.

One of the security guys outside was so rude and got me confused w another asian girl (ignorant). I asked to stand next to the heaters outside last night for a minute before my uber arrived and he said “no you put yourself in this position so you can freeze.” I was really confused as to what I did but he kept saying I was “banned from echostage(?)” and that i had “snuck into the venue” somehow. Definitely got me mixed up with some other asian girl, and didn’t take my word for it when I told him I had never seen him before in my life. Extremely rude and ruined my night

Terrible experience, specifically with the outside security- one of the bouncers was incredibly rude to me. The music they were playing inside was just not good. The place was also half empty and overall boring. Not at all worth the 30 minute line and overpriced ticket to get in.

For a small club (capacity is like 500 people), it packs great sound system (read somewhere its like 80,000W?). The small size means that there really arent any bad spots from which to see a performance . The sound-design means theres no bad spots to hear a performance.The sound-designers did great job - with strategic-placement of sound attenuation panels as well as extra, rear-facing monitors at intervals between the stage and rear of the room. Give the long, narrow layout, these design-decisions are critical. The result is no dead spots and no weird echoing or other odd audio annoyances. So, kudos to the sound-designer.Weve been here for a few shows, now, since its opening. Been to nights where it was pretty much dead (Black Gummy doesnt have near the draw he otherwise might when Armin van Buuren is playing Echostage). Been to nights where it was packed (was barely room to dance when Claude VonStroke played). Either way, its a good space to see a show in.Prior to last night, I probably would have given it five stars. Uber dropped us off a bit before midnight. There were people in a longish line outside and the line wasnt moving (both - particularly the latter - unusual for any of the nights weve gone). We queued up. Wife was dressed in club attire and, because wed always just gone right in (or only waited very briefly in a smoothy-run, short- to medium-length line), didnt really have anything for the cold breeze that was blowing on the line. For the first fifteen minutes, the line didnt really move. The doorman claimed that they were at capacity and that, for more people to come in, some would have to leave. This seemed a bit incongruous, given that tickets were sold online ahead of the event, which begs the question how/why did you sell more tickets than legal capacity of the venue. People started getting cranky and the door guy started getting snotty. Telling people whove already paid for tickets you should have gotten here earlier and well, the VIP tables are available is not what Id call either good customer service or even something slightly resembling an appropriate response. Compounding this was the fact that once we *were* let in, the place was less crowded than other nights wed been there. So, other than, just to piss people off, why would you claim capacity issues and why would you antagonize your customers?Another gripe: why would you have an EP release party, but then only have the headlining act play an hour long set. Plus, youre a club in DC: why would you have your headliner end their one-hour set 01:30??? Who knows, maybe that was a promoter problem on that part. Whatever: it comes off as kind of busch league. If I wanted to be closing out a bar tab before 02:00, Id be going to clubs in Virginia.

There is no ADA section. The bathroom attendant berates you even if you tell them about a medical condition. I don’t feel comfortable or accommodated here.

This club is pretty great. The space is beautiful and there are girls dancing on top of tables, the space is large and there are a lot of people that turn up over the weekends. We went with a bunch of friends who knew the people there so it was cool

I and my friend got robbed here! We had separate tabs and the same drinks were added to both cards. While we had like may be 6-7 vodka soda, we ended up paying 180$. Also, you have to pay cover to get in and then you are treated like cattle and served in plastic cups. Avoid this place guys.

I’m not trying to sound entitled at all, but worst staff in all of DC for a venue that’s 1/5 the worth of Echostage. Not worth the trip.

Security is efficient and swift. Bartenders know when to cut folks off. Sound is fantastic, vibe is even better. Thank you Dave for saving me from that creep last week!

The bouncer told me I couldnt bring a drink outside. I was really drunk so I poured the drink out in front of me, on the concrete.My friends had left me and I couldnt get the lyft app to work. I had some friends inside, so I tried to go back inside to figure out how to get home. The bouncer wouldnt let me in bc I poured my drink out instead of throwing it in the trash can. At the moment, I didnt see a trashcan. He hadnt told me to put it there. This bouncer chose to let a girl be stranded alone,drunk, rather then let me come back inside. I will never come back to this place.

AH-MAY-ZING!!! I come up from Roanoke to see DJs whenever I can. Drinks can be pricey but that seems to be the normal for that area. I dont drink much if any at shows, so this is not a concern for me. It is an intimate amazing place where you can get up close and personal to world class entertainers. A+++++

Best for local edm shows! Remember keep it plur don’t let little things bother you in this positive environment!

10/10 hands down. This place rocks and is a venue staple in DC. Headliners come through weekly. Staff are super professional. Lighting and sound are off the charts good.

I and my friend paid $40 as a cover charge to get in. The 2 guys behind the front desk did not give us any receipts or our ticket to get in. Instead, they asked us to get a stamp and get inside. I think this is not the right way of doing business. They are not registering the income that way stealing money from the owner or whoever responsible for the club. Bad employees!

A small, intimate venue with incredible lighting and visuals! The staff is super friendly and helpful. My friends and I always have a great time at Soundcheck :)

WORST service! I recently went for Shiba San on St. Paddys with a group of girls and guys. The DJ and sound system were great but the lighting (uncoordinated Lasers, tiny screen behind the DJ) , special effects (random puffs of smoke released every 15 min) and most importantly the service was SO terrible, I’ll probably never go back. The one brunette serving the side of the bar farthest from the stage was not only slow (in many ways) but made terrible drinks. Our group ordered different kinds too bc we assumed maybe she just happened to get it wrong. I was only drinking water and when I went to get some I waited serveral minutes for her to finish talking-not serving- this group of guys. I saw her try on this one guys sunglasses and pose for him, and eventually decided I wasn’t thirsty anymore, at least not as much as her! I get it, she needs all the tips she can get but clearly she wasn’t very smart bc she had forgotten that if you serve more people you tend to get more tips. Take your time and money to the Anthem (or any other venue) where you’re not constantly reminded of that overcrowded college basement party with bad drinks.

Dear ManagerI would like to express my concerns regarding the poor management of your club staff during the night of 1/24/2019 (DJ Low Steppa).I reached the club around 11 PM and opened a bar tab. They kept my ID and credit card BOTH for keeping the tab open. I just had 2 drinks in total but I had forgotten to take it back when I left the club at 2 AM. As soon as I remembered I came back around 2:20 AM but they had closed everything up and didnt even let me in to check. They said it had closed 10 mins ago so I cant go in, but technically the club was supposed to close at 3 AM. Next morning I left multiple voicemails around 8 AM and 9 AM about my concerns but no one called me back. Finally, I got in touch with Mr. Matty around 5PM and explained everything about my lost card and ID. He said that he couldnt find any card or ID under my name that was turned in by the bar counter. They just kept saying that they would call me back when they find it but they never called back. I called them back again at 9 PM this time it was Alex who gave me the same message. She said we havent found anything but if it turns up again they would call me. They never called back again and later I started seeing transactions from my card. I am 100% sure that I had not dropped my card anywhere else but they also kept telling me that its your mistake, I might have dropped it somewhere else. This was highly disrespectful as I am really aware of my things and I was sure that I had never closed my tab so my belongings should have been at the bar counter.I still havent received any call from soundcheck and I believe that not enough was being done to make sure the belongings of the customers are kept safe. I am a Level 9 google contributor and I am never ever going to recommend highly of your club to my any associates or close acquaintances. I hope this would motivate you to make some changes in your club card and ID keeping policy so that you make sure you dont lose your customers belongings.Thank you.

Really good sound system, bartenders are hot, drink prices are reasonable. Will definitely be back :)

So Im here to see deadmau5 and the staff are untenable. Yelling at us, being so extra. Completely ruining the night. This is a first. Dont ever come here if its for someone famous. You will be treated like a child who has an overbearing mother. Other nights are a completely different story but only the ones running those parties will get my five stars.

I dont write many reviews but this place deserves the recognition. Went to see Michael Woods last month and couldnt imagine a better time. Michael interacted with the crowd the entire night, security/staff/bartenders were all very friendly, sound quality and lighting all perfect. Well done, will be back.

Came here to grab a drink one night, I like the different floors, but front door security is too rude/uptight and just starts you off with a bad vibe before you even get in. Can be fun if you are with a lot of friends. I just dont like the staff. Bartenders are always asking for a tip etc... Feels like you cant relax in this place without getting pestered by staff. It can get crowded weekends, so I would stay away if you arent in a mood to deal with a lot of wild people.

Small venue with BIG sound. Always a great time. The only annoying part is navigating parking. But that’s just DC life.

I am giving one star just for drinks. Terrible night club, catastrophic. If you from the carribean, or some other city around like New York, Boston etc... You know what a nightclub dance seems and sound like.... Dont go to that club on Thursday-Friday... No hip hop-no Reaggae, its only techno. Crazy people Great location but Dj was extremely sucks. I repeat dnt go to that club. You will end up asking for a refund no jokes

Great sound, great artists. Gets loud and crowded, in a good way. Its always freezing inside at the beginning of the night. Crazy bathroom attendant lady makes for a hilarious ladies bathroom experience.

Great EDM venue. I saw Haliene perform and had an amazing time. Ask for Raven for the table hookup, she’s excellent

Worst stuff i ever seen in my life am international guy who works as cabin crew and dont carry my passport ( security issues ) and i dont know that i should bring my passport with me because i already enter many clubs around the world with my drive licenses and picture of my passport but they still act rude and unfriendly. Its my first time to see people acting like this in my lifeI never wrote bad comment before but this stuff need to be changed !!

Smaller venue with good visuals (lighting, led board, lazers, etc) and a decent sound system. The crowd and the vibe here totally depends on the night and the party, with different nights hosting edm, trap, dubstep, trance, or rap djs/acts. Similar in size to the second floor room of Flash and about 1/8 as big as Echostage, the smaller size can result in a great vibe when the crowd is all dancing together. Small dj booth up front with led board behind it and a bar running along the right side of the room. The back of the room has a small chill out area for sitting down and resting. Crowd is usually similar to Echostage in that it is usually a mix of dedicated, knowledgeable fans of the dj performing and also just groups of people going out together for a fun night who might not know the dj or the music.

Fun vibe! I had a great experience and will definitely come back! The bartenders were super friendly too!

Maybe it was bad luck or because it was a Friday night, but the music was quite boring. Also I think women with tiny outfits working the bar is demeaning.The staff was however very friendly.

Definitely the place if you want a more intimate EDM show, production value and sound system are still amazing despite being a smaller venue.

Fun venue for dancing.

Management....you did not make an 8.4 Redbull $7.70....really? How much overhead do you need...

Place is small asl, and garbage

Autograf killed it tonight, absolutely fabulous set, flawless!!!

This basement venue is amazing. Feels like a secret in the middle of the city. Loved the vibe and the show. I will be back for sure

This club was AMAZING! Definitely going back when I visit DC again. I had a blast on NYE

Best little techHouse spot in dc these days thanks to the staff!

Its very small. A great night club venue I usually go to echostage. Better lights there. The floor is great to dance on at sound check though

If i could give 0 stars then I would. This place is racist, they dragged my friend out of here because she leaned over a trashcan?? They ruined our whole night… NEVER COME HERE

It’s an entire VIBE I’ve really enjoyed my time here for Halloween

Soundcheck has a crazy sound system and stays booking incredible artists. The staff and vibe are the best in DC... If you love music, you will not be let down!

Great event, great sound, the vibe of the place was off the chart lived it up!!

Best managers, best bartenders, and the best experience with security. All around amazing venue with awesome sound quality

Not from DC, came here to enjoy a night but was very let down by terrible service staring from horrible bouncers and ending with 14 dollar shots what a joke! Very dead inside don’t go. Save your money, this place is a joke!

Amazing venue! :) Love the place! Great bar service, but be careful with your Tab, it can rack up fast.

Bouncers price gouge and demand bribes for random reasons. They also shoved me for no reason. I have never felt so mistreated as a client.

Bouncers here are the worst I have experienced in the DC area. Will try and try to double charge people at the door, especially if you step out for a smoke.

Great vibes, respectful staff, smooth security check . Prices are affordable, Best place to have a great time

Crazy sound system. Great ambiance, bartenders a tad unkind but it is a club... So its to be expected

The bar girl stole $200They charge any amounts for the drinks

Worst bar experience. Dont go outside because they wont let you back in. Horrible bouncers. Go spend your money somewhere where they appreciate your business.

Had a great time, definitely my favorite place to go out on a Saturday night. Great dj and great mix of people...

The staff are upbeat, friendly, and fast. The sound quality is the best in the city, and every time Ive been there, Ive had an amazing time 😍

Never going back to this venue again. treated me & my girlfriend very poorly. i hope the security got coal for christmas

The perfect blend of low key(No dress code most nights except Sat) and posh lounge, but the sound system is absolutely incredible!

The open bar they advertise on Eventbrite is a lie. Went there with a friend on Saturday, bartender said she didnt know what we were talking about. STOP WITH THE FALSE ADVERTISING! Never going back to Soundcheck.

I have only been here once, but I saw Morgan Page and had a table right next to his DJ booth!!! It was lit, highly recommend!

Im just leaving this review because i think it deserves to be at 4 starts at the bare minimum

If I could give 0 starts I would... my friends got roofied here and ended up getting an ambulance ride and woke up in the emergency room not remembering a thing (they are also 18)

Had very positive experience with the front door staff. Excellent clubbing spot.

I had chance to see cosmic gate there last night, loved it. Cant wait to be back.

If you want to see a smiling face when you go, this is the place. Its where Im happy to go.

Smaller venue but very clean and upscale. Lots of great shows come through here.

No other place in the mid Atlantic can compare for the best talents in EDM music!!

We reserved Soundcheck for a private event. They were super flexible and easy to work with before and during!

Awesome sound system and venue providing a more intimate club experience. A real gem of dc.

Might not be the biggest club, but that place is so perfect for shuffling or going wild with some dubstep!!.. bass nation is always insane!!

Loved every show I’ve seen here. Great staff too.

Great vibes, great space, overall amazing! If your ever in D.C. make your way to soundcheck - you wont regret it 💕

First time coming here and saw Tiesto Spin. The sound system was awesome. Had a great time and will be back again to see Markus Shulz!

The entire staff was exceptional.The venue was fantastic.

I had a bumping good time here listening to dubstep, had a great conversation with a bartender, and would definitely come back for more.

I never have a bad time here. I love the sound and the free water

Great club, it hosts a large variety of events, catering to many musical tastes of the area.

Great venue! One of my favorites in the world

Went Ima Saturfay night and had a great time. Perfect mix of hip hop and reggae.

Nice club. Drinks are club prices. Crowd is pretentious.

The server Jasmine was so good salute to you lady💯

Do not go. The bouncers are absolutely the worst and will not let you in even if you have tickets...

Great sound, awesome staff, and overall solid vibes

Special shout out to Sam with the amazing production every single night!

Spectacular sound system, creative and unique DJs performing, and beautiful staff. Can’t ask for much else!

4 stars for the venue. 1 star for the obvious underpoor from bartenders for drinks

Just a generic club. Fine for one night, I guess

We had a blast on the new year’s eve here. Thanks

Small and cozy , nice events (You pay for drinks ).

Worst club. Can’t even dance to their music. Not lit even on a Friday and I paid 20 bucks for noting. Y’all suck

Small yet professional, and the artists they get up there is insane

Cozy and modern. Dont miss it!, the experience also includes great DJs

Superb sound system, easy to get to, great DJ lineups.

Amazing bartenders, and best music in DC!

Awesome venue! Went there to see Vicetone and wasnt disappointed

Great newer club, good layout with a bar in the back.

Great sound system and even better music artists! I cant stay away!

These are FAKE reviews. Do not go here it was not fun at all and it’s not worth the money.

Great sound system and excellent bookings, always fun

Love it here, great vibes but a little expensive

Fun place to hang out in Washington DC!!

Horrible. Will never go back. Worst customer service in dc. Avoid at all cost.

For a younger crowd, tables are crowded. Good music.

Sick lineups and great sound system.

Clean venue. Bouncers and staff were friendly.

Pretty but small and the have good djs

Best place to get lit

Very nice club. Worth the extra cash.

Great nightclub to chill and dance with friends

Please carry ear plugs

Famous DJs in a smaller setting. Bring earplugs

Treated by staff very poorly.

Always good. But after tonight. Meh.

Of course its the #1 worldwide

Great staff!!! & great place :)

Great place for concerts and dancing

These hours are not accurate fake news

Bring earplugs. It’s LOUD in there.

Awesome sounds, beautifully lit.

Thumbs down to the music, and the VIP experience.

Overpriced

Smells like a toilet, sound is okay.

Good sound system.

Whack DJ

Great place to dance

Great club

Its lit

Great venue small

Great environment!

Great place for EDM

Latin, hip hop