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Pound West Oakland, once a dynamic multi-space venue located at 2200 Wood Street, Oakland, CA 94607, was envisioned as a versatile complex with a main indoor space, a warehouse area, an outdoor courtyard, a sizable parking lot, and a music-school concept. Today, the site operates as Soundwave Studios for rehearsal and production, with public live performances no longer hosted at the venue. This page provides a comprehensive overview of the space, its former configuration, and practical details for visitors and locals curious about Oakland’s live-event history and current use.
For visitors seeking event options nearby, we’ve included practical guidance on parking, transit access, and nearby accommodations and dining. If you’re exploring the legacy of Pound West Oakland or planning a related experience in the area, consider nearby venues and hospitality options that align with an authentic West Oakland and Jack London District experience. We’ve got you covered with reliable, no-fuss information and practical tips to help secure your plans.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: Pound West Oakland was located at 2200 Wood Street, Oakland, CA 94607.
- Current status: The site is now Soundwave Studios (rehearsal/production space); live public performances are not allowed there as a venue.
- Capacity (historical plan): main indoor venue ~200; warehouse ~600–800; outdoor courtyard ~1,200; parking area ~400; total planned capacity ~2,400–2,600.
- Seating/chart: No fixed seating chart; multiple spaces designed for multi-use performances and events rather than a single fixed-layout venue.
- Parking: Large parking area associated with the site; the original plan accounted for ~400 parking spaces; Soundwave pages note off-street parking for Backlot use.
- Transit: West Oakland BART station nearby; other AC Transit connections serve the area.
- Nearby hotels: Jack London Square hotels (e.g., Jack London Inn); Waterfront Hotel (Hyatt) historically nearby but closed in Jan 2025; other Downtown Oakland hotels are in the area.
- Notable events hosted: Pound West Oakland was slated to open with multiple acts in Oct 2011; the concept emphasized a multi-space complex with shows and a music school, but public-event activity at Pound ceased as a dedicated venue afterward.