Question 1

How much does it cost to rent the studio?

Accepted Answer

Sessions start at $225 per hour with a two-hour minimum. That covers the room, cameras, microphones, lighting, and production support. Add-ons like extra cameras, editing, and publishing are priced separately, so you only pay for what your show actually needs.

Question 2

What's included in a booking?

Accepted Answer

Every session includes cinematic 4K Sony FX30 cameras, Shure SM7 microphones, customizable background lighting, wifi, and a producer in the room with you. You also get the full space: the white cyclorama wall, the natural-light footprint, and a private hair and makeup area.

Question 3

How many people can the studio hold?

Accepted Answer

The Production Studio holds up to 30 people and offers four microphone setups: Solo (1 mic), Duet (2 mics), Trio (3 mics), and Quartet (4 mics). Additional microphones and cameras are available as add-ons.

Question 4

What are your hours?

Accepted Answer

Dari is bookable 24 hours a day, seven days a week, excluding holidays. Late-night sessions, early call times, and weekend batch days are all available. Very few Hollywood production studios offer round-the-clock booking, and it's one of the reasons repeat clients choose us.

Question 5

Where is the studio located?

Accepted Answer

Dari is at 1441 N McCadden Pl, Hollywood, CA 90028, inside a historic 1927 building where The Doors, Jimi Hendrix, and Frank Zappa recorded. It's minutes from Hollywood Boulevard and easy to reach from the 101.

Question 6

Is there parking?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We have a free, gated on-site lot that fits 10 to 15 cars, which is rare for a Hollywood studio. The lot is street level, so load-in is straightforward. It can also be booked as a production base camp or outdoor shoot location.

Question 7

Can I record more than a podcast here?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The space is a blank canvas built for video podcasts, branded content, product and editorial photoshoots, music videos, self-tapes, online courses, and film production. The large white cyc wall and abundant natural light make it flexible enough to look different every time you shoot.

Question 8

Do I need to bring my own equipment or crew?

Accepted Answer

No. The room comes ready with cameras, microphones, and lighting, and production support is included rather than sold as an upsell. If you want a fuller team or post-production, we offer editing, social shorts, thumbnails, and podcast publishing as add-ons.

Question 9

Can I bring food and drinks?

Accepted Answer

Yes, external catering is allowed. There's a jacaranda-shaded outdoor courtyard adjacent to the space that works well for breaks, craft services, or as a secondary shooting backdrop.

Question 10

How do I book?

Accepted Answer

Book directly online: choose your microphone setup and time window, and confirm. You'll walk into a room that's already lit and miked, record your session with your producer, and leave with your files.