Recording Studio

• The Recording Studio is only available to hire in line with library opening hours.
• Inductions are required and only approved users are able to book the recording studio.
• There is no technical support provided during bookings.
• The hirer is responsible for set up and pack down of the venue.​
• Venue hire is limited to 10 hours per week or 15 hours per calendar month.
• The venue is not available for hire on public holidays.
• Payment is only accepted by debit/credit card and can be paid through the online bookings portal

Before you book

If you wish to book to book the studio you will first need to complete an induction. Register your interest to attend by emailing LibraryAV@melbourne.vic.gov.au. This induction is a mandatory requirement prior to booking the recording studio.

The induction covers the fundamental operation of the recording studio at Library at The Dock. It will not cover recording and mixing techniques but simply provides the basic knowledge to get started in the studio.

Once you've completed an induction session, you can book the recording studio.

Please read our terms and conditions and policy below before making your booking. Once you have applied for a booking you have accepted our terms and conditions.

How to book

Make a booking onlineOpens in new tab or download the booking request form below.

Once we receive your booking request, we will provide you with a booking confirmation email with information on costs, inductions, building access (including after hours), security, cleaning and technical support. An invoice will follow separately. Payment can be made via the online payment portal, we only accept payment by debit/credit card.

If submitting a regular or recurring request, please be aware that bookings are limited to 15 hours per month, per hirer, and that certain spaces or times may not be suitable for recurring bookings.