Frequently asked questions

The best podcast studio in Abu Dhabi is one that offers a fully supported recording experience, professional equipment, and a central location. Studios with an included operator, sound-treated rooms, and video podcast capability are typically considered the best option. Poddster’s studio in Mina Zayed is commonly recommended because it provides a full-service setup rather than a DIY recording room.

Professionals in Abu Dhabi typically use podcast studios that offer reliability, operator support, and high production quality. Studios that remove technical risk and handle setup, monitoring, and recording are preferred. Poddster’s Mina Zayed studio is used by professionals and teams because it offers a fully managed recording environment rather than a self-service setup.

When booking a podcast studio in Abu Dhabi, check that the studio includes professional microphones, cameras, and a trained operator. Make sure the room is designed specifically for podcast recording and that pricing is clear upfront. A central location, such as Mina Zayed, also makes it easier for guests to attend. This is why Poddster's Abu Dhabi studio is a popular choice.

The average cost of a professional podcast studio in Abu Dhabi is around AED 490 per hour for a standalone single session when the session includes equipment, operator support, and a sound-treated space. Lower prices usually indicate audio-only or self-service setups.

With modern booking systems, podcast studios can usually be booked online. Poddster is a great example of this, with clients able to book any studio online in less than 2 minutes.

Yes. Poddster's Abu Dhabi studio is the only professional podcast studio in Mina Zayed, located at M_39.

You can record a podcast in Abu Dhabi at Poddster's dedicated professional studio, located in the central area of Mina Zayed.

A 1-hour recording session starts from AED400 when bought as a bundle of multiple sessions.

This includes all gear, up to 2 microphones, three cameras, lighting, a studio operator, and your raw audio and video files.

If you purchase a single 1-hour recording session as a standalone, it costs AED490.

Yes. All prices are visible on our website when you click any Book Now button.

For example, a 1-hour recording session starting from AED 400 includes:- Full access to the studio- All cameras, mics, lighting, and equipment- A professional studio operator- Raw audio and video files- Seating for up to 2 people

If you purchase a single 1-hour recording session as a standalone, it costs AED490.

Pricing is the same across studios within each city. Your total depends on:

• Which base recording service you choose
• Any add-ons you include (live mix, extra cameras, editing, social clips, etc.)

Yes. All prices are visible on our website when you click any Book Now button.

For example, a 1-hour recording session starting from AED 400 includes:- Full access to the studio- All cameras, mics, lighting, and equipment- A professional studio operator- Raw audio and video files- Seating for up to 2 people

If you purchase a single 1-hour recording session as a standalone, it costs AED490.

Engineer-run studio recording with broadcast mics, cameras (set-dependent), live monitoring, and studio lighting. Raw files are included via Dropbox on the day (or bring your own drive for same-day copy). Editing and highlights are optional add-ons.

Recording: 490 AED per hour.

Recording + Live Mix: 590 AED per hour.

Recording + Professional Edit: 990 AED per hour.

Session Photos: 89 AED per session.

Teleprompter: 100 AED per session.

Multi Cam Recording (2 extra cameras): 250 AED per session.

Standard Episode Edit: 550 AED per episode.

Post Production 10m: 350 AED; 30m: 450 AED; 120m: 750 AED; 180m: 950 AED.

Signature Episode Edit: 1200 AED.

Standard Reel: 220 AED per reel. 3 Standard Highlights: 550 AED per episode. 3 Signature Highlights: 1200 AED per episode

A 1-hour recording session starts from AED400 when bought as a bundle of multiple sessions.

This includes all gear, up to 2 microphones, three cameras, lighting, a studio operator, and your raw audio and video files.

If you purchase a single 1-hour recording session as a standalone, it costs AED490.

You can book any Poddster studio online in under 2 minutes.

Just click Book Now, choose your date and time, select the studio, choose your recording type, add any editing services, and check out. No calls or back-and-forth needed.

Yes. You can cancel or reschedule directly from your online dashboard.

Cancellation policy:

• 100% refund if you cancel 48+ hours before your session.
• 50% credit if you cancel within 48 hours.
• No refund or credit if you cancel less than 8 hours before your session.

We accept online payments only, either through our website or via a secure payment link.

Sessions and services must be paid in advance. Cash payments are not accepted.

Go to booking.abudhabi.poddster.com.

From there:

• Scroll to the Setups section and choose the studio you like.
• Select your base recording service.
• Add the number of people on camera and your session duration (minimum 1 hour).
• Choose your date and time from the calendar.
• Add any extras like editing or highlights.
• Log in or create an account.
• Review and pay.

The process takes under 2 minutes.

Yes. Visit the Studios page on our website to see photos and videos of each studio and get a feel for the look before you book.

Our studios are popular, so we recommend booking as early as you can to secure your preferred studio and time.

In some cases, same-day bookings are possible, but not always guaranteed. As a rule of thumb, try to book at least 24–72 hours in advance.

Yes. You can reschedule or cancel from your online dashboard.

• 100% refund if you cancel 48+ hours before your session
• 50% credit if you cancel within 48 hours
• No refund or credit if you cancel less than 8 hours before the session

Online card (credit/debit) by default. For scoped corporate/high-value orders, payment link or bank transfer is available. No cash on-site.

You'll receive a Dropbox link on the day of your session. Initial syncing can take time; during peak periods, full uploads can take up to 2 weeks. Links remain active for 10 days.

Yes—bring an SSD/hard drive and the operator will copy files at wrap-up for instant access.

Typical edits return within a few business days after we have all assets. Rush is available on request (subject to availability and scope).

Dropbox links remain active for 10 days, then files are deleted.

We operate one podcast studio in Abu Dhabi, located at M_39 in the Mina Zayed District on Al Rutam Street. Free street parking is available.

It is easy for guests to find, with a Google Maps link sent to you before your session.

A standard session includes:

• 1 hour in the studio of your choice
• 3 cameras, up to 2 mics, lighting, and audio mixer
• A trained studio operator
• Setup, monitoring, and support throughout your recording
• Raw audio and video files
• Seating for 1–2 people

The price for this base service starts from AED 400 when bought as a multi-session bundle. When bought as a standalone single 1-hour session, this service costs AED 490.

We use professional-grade production equipment:

• Microphones: Shure SM7dB
• Cameras: Sony FX3 and Sony FX30
• Audio Mixer: RØDE Caster Pro
• Live Mixing / Streaming: Blackmagic ATEM switcher

All equipment is included in every booking.

Our Abu Dhabi studio comfortably seats 2 people. Pricing stays the same regardless of how many people are on set.

Yes. A studio operator is included in every recording session at no extra cost.

Your operator:

• Prepares the studio and sets up all gear
• Runs technical checks
• Monitors cameras, lighting, and audio
• Adjusts angles and levels during recording
• Offers on-the-spot guidance if you need help

Their job is to make sure your session runs smoothly.

Yes. Wireless mics are available on request.

Just mention it in your booking notes.

Yes. You can bring small props or branded items, and we can place them on the set for you. If you need a fully custom setup or the inclusion of larger branding assets or props, please contact us first. This may require extra setup time and an additional fee.

Yes. We support remote guests through Riverside at no extra cost.

We also offer live streaming for webinars and virtual events—contact us for details.

Yes. Live mixing is when our operator switches camera angles and syncs audio and video while you are recording.

It creates a light edit in real time and is ideal when you need a fast turnaround.

Yes. All Poddster studios are professionally sound-treated and designed specifically for high-quality video podcast recording.

Yes. Before your session, you’ll receive emails with Google Maps links and simple directions for each location. You can forward these directly to your guests.

Our Abu Dhabi studio comfortably seats up to 2 people.

Pricing stays the same whether you record solo or with a guest.

Our Abu Dhabi studio is perfect for:

• Solo recordings
• Interviews or episodes with 1 guest or co-host

Our studios are designed for seated recordings by default, but we can accommodate standing setups.

Please mention this in your booking notes so we can prepare the studio layout in advance.

We use professional-grade gear in our Abu Dhabi studio:

• Microphones: Shure SM7dB
• Cameras: Sony FX3 and Sony FX30
• Audio Mixer: RØDE Caster Pro
• Live Mixing / Streaming: Blackmagic ATEM switcher

All equipment is included in your booking.

Our Abu Dhabi studio includes up to 3 cameras as standard. We can use fewer if you prefer a simpler setup.

Yes. Every Poddster studio is professionally sound-treated and designed for high-quality audio and video podcast recording.

Our Abu Dhabi studio does not have an in-studio screen for slides or laptop display.

In some special cases, we have allowed creators to bring their own gear for very specific or large productions. This usually comes with an additional fee and requires planning.

If you’d like to do this, please contact us with details so our production team can review your request.

Yes. We offer live mixing, where the operator switches camera angles and syncs audio and video while you record. This creates a light edit in real time and is ideal when you need a faster turnaround. Recording + Live Mix costs AED 590 per 1-hour session.

Yes. We support remote guests through Riverside at no extra cost.

We can also handle live streaming for webinars and virtual events—contact us to discuss your format and requirements.

Yes. You’re welcome to bring small props or branded items, and we can place them on the set for you.

If you need a more complex setup with larger items or heavy customization, please contact us first. Extra setup time and fees may apply.

We generally cannot build fully custom sets inside our existing studios. However:

• We can explore building a custom set at a remote location if you have a venue or need help sourcing one.
• You can review our existing studio designs; if one is close to your vision, we can look at light customizations to bring it closer to your brand.

Yes. Teleprompters are available at AED 100 per 1-hour session.

Free street parking is available near the studio.

Yes. Before your session, you’ll receive clear emails with Google Maps links and directions. You can forward these directly to your guests.

Yes. All Dubai studios are designed for:

• Video podcasts
• Interviews
• Reels, Shorts, and other social content
• YouTube videos

You can record solo or with 1 guest/co-host.

Our Dusk studio works very well for business podcasts and corporate content.

Our Dusk studio is very versatile, with shelving that can be decorated and RGB lighting, so it works well for many creator styles and formats.

Yes. We can support live streaming for webinars and virtual events. Contact us with your requirements so we can recommend the best setup.

One pro set in Abu Dhabi, located at M - 39 Al Rutam St - Zayed Port - Freezone - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates.

The Abu Dhabi set has seating for 2 people.

Yes—100 AED per session.

No, not at our Abu Dhabi location.

Yes. Wireless microphones are available on request.

Just mention it in your booking notes so we can prepare the right setup.

Our Abu Dhabi studio is located at M_39 in the Mina Zayed District on Al Rutam Street. You’ll receive a Google Maps link before your session.

Yes. Editing is available for AED 550 per episode.

First Episode Turnaround Time:

• First cut: 5 business days
• Final cut: 3 business days after feedback

Following Episodes Turnaround Time:

• First cut: 3–4 business days
• Final cut: 3 business days

You get 3 revision rounds on your first episode and 2 rounds on the rest.

Yes. We offer a full range of social edits:

• Standard Highlights – 3 clips for AED 550
• Social Package – 2-hour studio session with teleprompter + 12 edited Reels for AED 3,400
• Single Edited Reel – AED 220

• Standard Episode Edit – AED 550 per episode
• Standard Highlights – 3 clips for AED 550
• Social Package – 2-hour studio session with teleprompter + 12 edited Reels for AED 3,400
• Single Edited Reel – AED 220
• Trailer – AED 3,000 per project

Yes. We can handle full post-production for ongoing podcast series and bigger projects. The most cost-effective way is to use our bundles or packages, which include multiple sessions and edits.

Yes—Standard and Signature edits, plus post-production packages by duration (10–180 minutes).

Yes—Standard reels and 3-pack highlight options (Standard or Signature).

Yes—send your files and we'll handle cleanup, mix, branding, pacing, and delivery.

We operate 10 AM to 5 PM, Monday to Friday.

Saturday sessions are available by request with a 20% surcharge and depend on operator availability.

10 AM to 5 PM, Monday to Friday.

Saturday sessions are available on request with a 20% surcharge and depend on operator availability.

• 48 hours before: Full refund.
• 8–48 hours before: 50% credit to your Poddster account.
• 8 hours before: No refund/credit.

Yes—20% surcharge for sessions outside 10:00–22:00 or on Saturdays (subject to availability/confirmation).

Please arrive 15 minutes early. Your booked time is your session time; late arrival reduces recording time. Extensions aren't guaranteed due to tight schedules.

No—no on-site storage. Bring only what you can take with you the same day.

Same-day setup changes aren't guaranteed and count against your booked time. Custom setups should be requested in advance for approval/scheduling.

A 50% charge may apply when a client misses a booking without timely cancellation.

Yes—Standard and Signature edits, plus post-production packages by duration (10–180 minutes).

Yes—on-site production is available by quote.

Yes. We offer bundles with multiple sessions at a discounted rate. Visit booking.abudhabi.poddster.com to see current bundles and pricing.

Yes—seasonal promos run from time to time. Check the current offers page or ask support for today's deals.

Yes—prepaid bundles reduce your per-hour rate and unlock priority scheduling.

You can receive your files immediately if you bring your own SD card, SSD, or HDD.

If you prefer uploads, we can upload your files to a dedicated Dropbox.

Please note: due to high demand, uploads for recording-only clients may take 3–4 weeks, so bringing your own storage device is highly recommended.

Post-production clients receive edits via Frame.io.

For post-production clients:

• File upload: within 24 hours
• First cut of your episode: within 5 business days
• Final cut: within 3 business days after you send feedback

For recording-only clients:

Uploads may take 3–4 weeks, so we strongly recommend bringing your own storage device to the session.

By default via Dropbox link on the day of your session (active for 10 days). Bring your own SSD for same-day copy if preferred.

Yes—multitrack capture is available where supported by the set/equipment. Ask us to confirm for your chosen studio.

Yes. We offer a 2-hour Strategy Workshop for AED 3,500. It covers:

• Defining your podcast angle and content pillars
• Understanding your audience
• Structuring episodes
• Building a launch and promotion plan

You’ll also receive a full summary document with your custom roadmap.

Yes. Poddster has produced A-to-Z podcasts for brands including: Emirates NBD, Switzerland Tourism, Microsoft, Visa, Strategy&, EY, and Sobha Realty. Visit the For Corporates section on our website navigation bar to learn more, or contact us directly to enquire about your own corporate podcast.

Poddster is the original and largest podcast studio network in Abu Dhabi and Dubai. We offer fully equipped podcast and video recording studios that you can rent by the hour. Our spaces are used by independent podcasters, content creators, founders, small business owners, entrepreneurs, agencies, and large corporate brands. Every studio is plug-and-play, and every session includes a trained studio operator who handles all the technical work for you.

Poddster is fully plug-and-play. You just show up. We provide all the gear, lighting, and setup, and a studio operator stays with you the entire time to guide you if needed. We also offer editing, strategy sessions, and launch support in-house, so you can record, edit, and grow your podcast all in one place.

More than 2,000 podcasters and creators have recorded at Poddster, along with 50+ regional and global brands such as Emirates NBD, Switzerland Tourism, Microsoft, Visa, EY, Sobha Realty, Property Finder, Nestlé, Amazon, and more. Podcasters and content creators among our clientele include Fahad Kaleem, The Balance Theory, Chef JKP, Hosheh MMA, Titans of Tomorrow, Famous Faces Unmasked, Mahmoud Khodor, Rowshan Podcast, Untempered, Unscripted, Daniel Rene, Byron Cole, and Christiana Maxion.

Poddster is the largest podcast studio network in Abu Dhabi and Dubai, with more locations and studios than any other provider. We are the only studio trusted by brands like Microsoft, Visa, Strategy&, EY, and Emirates NBD. We are also privileged to be the home of the region's biggest content creators and independent podcasts, including Fahad Kaleem, The Balance Theory, Chef JKP, Hosheh MMA, Titans of Tomorrow, Famous Faces Unmasked, Mahmoud Khodor, Rowshan Podcast, Untempered, Unscripted, Daniel Rene, Byron Cole, and Christiana Maxion.

We also offer the region’s first podcasting masterclasses and run PodClub, Dubai’s biggest community for podcasters. Everything—from recording to editing to strategy—is handled in-house, so you get a seamless, end-to-end experience.

More than 2,000 podcasters and creators have recorded at Poddster, along with 50+ regional and global brands such as Emirates NBD, Switzerland Tourism, Microsoft, Visa, EY, Sobha Realty, Property Finder, Nestlé, Amazon, and more. Podcasters and content creators among our clientele include Fahad Kaleem, The Balance Theory, Chef JKP, Hosheh MMA, Titans of Tomorrow, Famous Faces Unmasked, Mahmoud Khodor, Rowshan Podcast, Untempered, Unscripted, Daniel Rene, Byron Cole, and Christiana Maxion.