Who uses The Portal?
DJs practising for upcoming events, residencies and festival sets — whether you need to run through a set without disturbing anyone or record a mix for release. Music artists and labels creating video content, mix recordings and social media output. Podcasters and content creators who need a visually interesting, acoustically controlled environment for audio and video recording. Brands producing music-related commercial content and campaigns. Music photographers and videographers booking a location shoot with genuine character.
Built for content creation
The single most common use of The Portal is not just practice — it is content. Social media has made DJ sessions, live sets and studio moments into some of the most-watched content online. The Portal is designed with this in mind.
The atmospheric purple and blue lighting, the professional equipment layout, and the industrial character of the space all translate visually. Your set looks like it was shot in a serious studio — because it was. And because The Portal is in the same building as STU 22's photography studios, many clients film their mix session in The Portal, then move into the Blackout Studio for press shots and editorial imagery, all in a single day.
Studio specifications
Location: 8-10 Sampson Street, Wapping, London E1W 1NA
Acoustic treatment: Full professional acoustic panelling — walls and ceiling
Sound isolation: Fully isolated from rest of building
Equipment: Full DJ setup with turntables and mixer
PIONEER - DJ XDJ - RX3
Tascam recorder DR-40 XP
Monitoring: Quality studio monitoring speakers
Display: Large screen for visuals and playback
Seating: Comfortable seating for guests and co-hosts
Lighting: Atmospheric purple and blue — optimised for filming
Power: Multiple 13A sockets throughout
Access: Ground floor — easy load-in for equipment
Parking: Street parking available nearby
Transport: Wapping Overground 5 min walk · Shadwell DLR 7 min walk
Pricing
The Portal is available from £35 per hour. Half-day and full-day rates are available for longer sessions and productions. Discounted rates for repeat bookings and regular clients.
Get in touch via our booking form or WhatsApp for a quote. We are happy to accommodate both solo artists and larger production crews.
DJ & Music Studio Hire London | The Portal | STU 22
DJ Room & Soundproof Studio Hire in London
STU 22's The Portal is East London's dedicated DJ room and soundproof studio, purpose-built for music creators, DJs, podcasters and content creators who need a professional audio-visual environment without compromise. Located in Wapping, five minutes from Wapping Overground, The Portal combines acoustic isolation, professional equipment and a visual aesthetic that looks as good on camera as it sounds on playback.
Whether you are recording a DJ set for social media, filming a podcast, practising for an upcoming event, or creating music content for your brand, The Portal gives you the space, the sound and the look you need.
What makes The Portal different?
Most DJ rooms are either a bedroom setup or an expensive recording studio. The Portal sits in the middle — a professional, purpose-built space at an accessible hourly rate, designed specifically for the kind of work that today's music creators and DJs actually do.
Professional acoustic treatment throughout. Isolation from the rest of the building, so what happens in the room stays in the room. A full DJ setup that is ready to use the moment you arrive. Atmospheric lighting designed to look great on camera. And all of it in a characterful East London industrial building that adds genuine visual texture to everything you shoot there.
Frequently asked questions
Is The Portal truly soundproof? The Portal has full professional acoustic treatment and is isolated from the rest of the STU 22 building. You can run your monitors at performance levels without disturbing other studios or neighbouring spaces.
Can I bring my own equipment? Yes. You are welcome to connect your own decks, controllers, laptops or any other equipment. We have power outlets positioned throughout the room.
Is the lighting adjustable? The atmospheric lighting can be adjusted to suit your session — whether you want a warmer tone for podcast content or the full atmospheric blue and purple for DJ filming.
Can I combine The Portal with STU 22's photography studios? Yes — many clients book The Portal for their audio and music content, then move into the Infinity Cove or Blackout Studio for photography and visual content in the same day. Ask us about combined rates.
How do I book? Use our online booking form or message us on WhatsApp. We confirm quickly and are happy to discuss your project in advance.
Book The Portal, Wapping
STU 22 is Wapping's creative studio hub for photographers, musicians, DJs and content creators. Book The Portal via our online booking form or message us directly on WhatsApp — we are at 8-10 Sampson Street, Wapping, London E1W 1NA, five minutes from Wapping Overground.
