Recording Studio
Make your own tracks, green screen videos, podcasts or audiobook recordings in our free audio/video recording studio. The Studio includes audio and visual editing software, microphones, midi keyboard, camcorder, green screen and studio lights. The Studio is generously supported by donors; Hall Communications Radio, NBC5, and the Media Factory.
How Can I Use the Recording Studio?
- Read our Recording Studio Usage Policy.
- Reserve the Studio. Reservations can be made up to two (2) months in advance for for a free one to four (1-4) hour session. The Studio is available Monday through Thursday 10am-6pm. It is also available on Friday 10am-4pm and on Saturday from 10am-2pm. Please remember to bring a personal USB or utilize cloud storage to transfer and store your files. Please give staff 3 business days to process your reservation.
- On the day of your reservation, bring identification, sign in at the second floor desk and complete the user agreement form. Staff will sign you in and show you to the Studio. Reservation times will not be extended for late arrivals.
Recording Studio Technology and Equipment
Please note that this is an “amateur” recording studio! The room's sound quality and lighting are not what you might find in a professional studio. It is an opportunity to work with quality equipment and introduce you to the production process; it does not guarantee a perfect product. Learn more about the software and equipment in the studio.
Need Help?
Use of the lab is intended to be self-guided. Minimal instruction provided. Library staff can recommend resources for learning. If you would like more advanced instruction, check out some of these tutorials linked on our YouTube Channel or attend one of the wonderful free classes from the Media Factory.
