Welcome to Salt City Studio, a flexible creative space in downtown Syracuse designed for podcasters, photographers, and content creators who want a professional studio without committing to a long-term lease. Our space is available for hourly rentals or recurring bookings, making it perfect for creators who need a reliable studio environment for podcasts, photo shoots, and content production. The studio includes professional lighting, podcast equipment, multiple set options, and creative backdrops, all available for use during your rental. Air conditioning is available in the studio for guest comfort year-round. Parking is available via paid garage parking nearby or street parking. Guests are also welcome to photograph in the building halls and lobby, provided they remain respectful of other tenants and building activity. 🚭 No smoking anywhere in the studio or building. 🎙 Podcast Studio Setup Salt City Studio offers two comfortable podcast set options, allowing you to choose the look and style that best fits your show. Podcast Set Options White Bouclé Set Two white bouclé chairs One white bouclé loveseat Clean, modern aesthetic perfect for lifestyle podcasts and interviews Brown Leather Set Two brown leather chairs Warm, conversational look ideal for interview-style podcasts Both sets are arranged in a comfortable conversational layout designed to look great on camera. Included Podcast Equipment • 4 Samson Q9x broadcast microphones • Zoom H6 32-bit float recorder • Microphone stands and cables This setup allows you to record up to four voices simultaneously with professional-quality audio. Optional Video Podcast Add-On Creators who want a fully produced video podcast can add: • Three-camera video setup • Cameras positioned for multiple angles • Tripods included with the setup • Cameras operated by Salt City Studio staff during your recording Video Lighting Available To ensure your podcast looks great on camera, the studio includes lighting designed for video production: • Amaran 300c with large lantern softbox for soft overhead lighting • 2 Neewer MS60C LED lights with small softboxes for fill lighting • Additional lighting available to shape the scene depending on the set layout These lights provide soft, flattering lighting ideal for podcast video recording and content creation. 📸 Photography Studio Setup Salt City Studio also functions as a fully equipped photography studio, designed for portraits, branding shoots, and creative content sessions. Backdrops • Wall-mounted backdrop system • Multiple seamless backdrop colors available • Backdrops are included in the rental price Please return all backdrops to their original position after use. Studio Lighting Included • Godox AD600 mounted on a rolling light stand • Large parabolic softbox for soft key lighting • 2 Godox V860II flashes with strip boxes Perfect for rim lighting or kicker lighting • Amaran 300c with large lantern softbox Great for soft ambient lighting • 2 Neewer MS60C lights with small softboxes Ideal for fill lighting or accent lighting • Godox BFP projection attachment For creative lighting effects and patterned projections This lighting setup allows photographers to create professional studio lighting setups for portraits, branding sessions, and creative shoots. ☕ Studio Amenities To help make your session comfortable and productive, the studio includes: • Coffee station • Hot cocoa station • Comfortable seating • Climate-controlled space (air conditioning available) 📍 Additional Notes • Paid garage parking is available nearby • Street parking may also be available depending on time of day • Guests may photograph in the building halls and lobby if respectful of other tenants • Please keep noise levels reasonable in common areas 🚭 No smoking anywhere in the studio or building. Salt City Studio was created to give Syracuse creators a professional, flexible place to create, whether you're recording a podcast, shooting portraits, or producing content. We look forward to hosting your next project!