Podcast Studio in East London · Record Audio + Video from £35/hr

The Portal at STU 22 is a soundproof room in Wapping built for the way podcasts are actually made in 2026: filmed. Record broadcast-quality audio and multi-angle video in the same session, with a basic lighting kit already in place (full kit available from £200), so your clips look as good on TikTok and YouTube as they sound on Spotify.

What you get

  • Fully soundproofed room: no traffic rumble, no neighbouring-studio bleed
  • Pro lighting set for two-person and panel formats
  • Table and seating configurations for solo shows, interviews and panels
  • Fast Wi-Fi for remote guests and live formats
  • Kitchenette and changing area on site

Audio-only booths vs. a real studio

Hourly podcast booths in London run £20–£40 but give you a cupboard-sized room and a static webcam. For the same money at STU 22 you get a lit, filmable space, and if you want cutaway content, the infinity cove and blackout studio are down the corridor. Most shows here book 2 hours: 60–90 minutes of recording plus setup and clip pickups.

DJ practice, live streaming & acoustics

The Portal doubles as a private DJ practice room and live-streaming studio when it's not booked for podcasts. The room is acoustically treated, not just soundproofed at the walls but damped internally, so decks, monitors and vocal booths don't bleed into neighbouring studios or out onto the street, and outside noise doesn't bleed into your recording.

  • DJ practice: bring your own controller or decks, or ask about kit hire; the room is booked privately so you can run sets at full volume without disturbing other studios
  • Live streaming: fast Wi-Fi, HDMI capture points and multi-cam angles make The Portal ready for Twitch, YouTube Live or Instagram Live straight out of the box
  • Acoustics: broadcast-grade sound dampening keeps voice and music recordings clean, with no traffic rumble or studio bleed

Getting here

Wapping E1W: 5 minutes' walk from Wapping Overground, one stop from Tower Hill, 10 minutes from Shoreditch and Canary Wharf. Guests coming from the City can be here in a £10 cab.

FAQs

How much does podcast studio hire cost in East London?

Audio-only booths cost £20–£40/hr; video podcast studios typically £50–£120/hr. STU 22's soundproof Portal starts at £35/hr, with a basic lighting kit included (full kit available from £200).

Can I film my podcast as well as record audio?

Yes · the room is built for video podcasts, with a basic lighting kit included (full kit available from £200). Bring your own cameras, or message us on WhatsApp for details.

How many guests can the studio fit?

The Portal comfortably fits a host plus guests for interview and panel formats. Tell us your setup on WhatsApp and we'll confirm the best configuration.

Do you provide an engineer or editing?

The studio is self-serve by default. If you need support on the day, ask us on WhatsApp before you book.

Ready to book?

Check live availability and book your session online in under two minutes, or chat with us on WhatsApp for a same-day answer.