Inside your dj studios
Club-standard equipment. Sound isolated studios. Customisable lighting. Our DJ studios allow you to replicate the club experience solo or back-to-back with your friends, no matter what your skill level. Share your mixes with the world with free live video streaming and recording in selected studios.
Premium and Pro DJ
Our two-deck DJ studios are approximately 65 square feet, and our three-deck DJ studios are approximately 130 square feet. Both can hold up to a maximum of five people (including the lead booker) per session.
Why Pirate?
We are the only creative studio network to offer DJ studio hire with industry-standard Pioneer setups at affordable, hourly rates. You can come and go whenever you please, at any time of day — to practice your mixing ability, record and stream, prepare for a DJ gig, or just play your favourite tunes with your favourite people. The space is yours for whatever purpose you need.
2-deck DJ studio (premium)
Perfect for solo mixing sessions. Equipped with a complete two-deck Pioneer setup, plus lighting and temperature control.
- Decks - 2x Pioneer CDJ-2000 NXS2
- Mixer - Pioneer DJM-900 NXS2
- Extras - Custom lighting and temperature control
- Speakers - 2x Pioneer XPRS 10
3-deck DJ studio (pro)
Perfect for back-to-back sessions and experienced DJs. Equipped with an additional third deck and a larger room ideal for small groups.
- Decks - 3x Pioneer CDJ-2000 NXS2
- Mixer - Pioneer DJM-900 NXS2
- Speakers - 2x Pioneer XPRS 10
- Larger room size
- Extras - Custom lighting and temperature control
Your space to create
Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro, our specialist Welsh studios are the perfect place to create, write, produce, practice and mix with no distractions.
In Cardiff there are 11 spaces ready for your next project:
- Hone your mix on club-standard equipment in the DJ studios
- Rehearsal studios to jam with your band or practice for the next gig
Simply book and pay by the hour using our easy live calendar. It's time to let your creativity flow.
What is Pirate?
A worldwide network of DJ, production, rehearsal, podcast and dance studios, giving you round the clock access to create. Because we’re open 24/7, we've made the experience entirely self-service using our unique entry code system — but if you ever need a hand, we're here. The fastest way to get support is via Live Chat.
Local vibes
Looking for live music in Cardiff? Head to Womanby Street, one of the city's oldest streets, it's now synonymous with the city's live music scene. Artist-run The Moon and Fuel are two of our favourites, while Clwb Ifor Bach is also recommended for those who like to rock. Finally, TramShed is another quality music and arts venue — located in a Grade II-listed building that was once the old tram depot.
Know somewhere worth shouting about in Cardiff? Tell the world, drop us a line with your suggestion. community@pirate.com
Equipment Available
- Decks - 2x Pioneer CDJ-2000 NXS2
- Mixer - Pioneer DJM-900 NXS2
- Tablet with Pirate Live stream and record functionality
- Speakers - 2x Pioneer XPRS 10
- Extras - Custom lighting and temperature control
Find Us
The studio address is Pirate Studios Ltd, Curran Embankment, Cardiff CF10 5DX.
Driving? There's limited on-street parking available.
If you're coming by public transport, the nearest station is Cardiff Bay, or it's a nine-minute walk from Cardiff Central.
Have a question or need support? Check out our FAQs, use the Live Chat, or call us.
