Kit Studios NYC offers professional podcast recording, video production, and creator-focused studio rooms in Manhattan’s Flatiron District. Whether you’re recording a solo podcast, interview show, YouTube content, or a creator collaboration, Kit Studios provides professional equipment and studio access, included with eligible Kit plans.
If you’ve been building your creator business in New York City, you already know how the math works, or doesn’t. Studio space in this city runs hundreds of dollars an hour. Getting a booking that fits your schedule takes weeks. And most of the time, you end up recording in your apartment, working around whatever setup you can manage.
That gap is exactly why Kit Studios exists. And as of June 15, it exists in New York City.
Why we built Kit Studios in New York City
Kit Studios started in Boise as a single belief: creators do their best work when they have the right space and the right people around them. We brought that belief to Chicago. And now, to New York.
What we’ve seen at both locations reinforced something we already suspected: the studio isn’t only a place to record. It’s a gathering point. Creators come in to batch episodes and leave having met someone worth knowing. Collaborations start between sessions.
The work gets better because of who’s doing it nearby.
New York’s creator community is one of the most ambitious in the world, and it’s been building in isolation. Most creators here have never had a professional space they could call their own. This one’s yours.
“When you’re building on your own day after day, there’s a ceiling to how far and how fast you can go,” said Nathan Barry, founder and CEO of Kit.
“We think isolation is quietly limiting creators’ earning potential, and the ones who prioritize real-life connection will have a meaningful advantage. Kit wants to be the company that brings creators together—and as a result, helps them build more sustainable and profitable businesses.”
Why creators need a professional podcast studio in NYC
Recording from home works until it doesn’t. Background noise, inconsistent lighting, a neighbor’s renovation project, a roommate on a call. These things are manageable sometimes, but they’re not the conditions that produce your best work consistently.
In New York, the gap between “good enough” and “professional” is also a cost gap most creators can’t justify. Renting a professional studio in Manhattan typically runs $200 to $500 an hour. Booking one that fits your schedule, has the right setup for your format, and doesn’t require you to haul in your own gear is its own project. For most creators, it’s easier to just make it work at home.
Kit Studios exists to close that gap.
Here’s what a professional studio actually changes for your content:
- Audio quality — Sound-treated rooms and professional microphones eliminate the acoustic issues that home recording can’t fix, no matter how many foam panels you add.
- Multi-camera recording — Multiple camera angles, professional lighting, and clean backgrounds give your content a production value that’s hard to replicate without dedicated space.
- Interview and guest setups — Rooms designed for two, three, and four people make guest conversations feel as good on camera as they do in person.
- Faster content production — When everything is already set up, you spend your session time recording, not troubleshooting.
- Better guest experience — Inviting someone into a professional studio changes the conversation. It signals that you take the work seriously.
- Consistent output — A reliable space you can book makes a regular recording cadence realistic, not aspirational.
A look at Kit Studios NYC location: podcast studio in the Flatiron District
Address: 109 W 27th St, Floor 2, New York, NY 10001
Kit Studios NYC is located in Manhattan’s Flatiron District, close to Chelsea, Midtown Manhattan, and Penn Station, making it convenient for creators across the five boroughs and beyond.
Nearest subway stops:
- 28th St station (1, 2, 3 lines)
- 23rd St station (C, E lines)
What you get: Six professionally equipped rooms—podcast setups, video studios, a green screen suite, group conversation spaces, and a flexible meeting room—are ready to book.
If you’re on a Creator or Creator Pro plan, it’s already included in what you pay for Kit. No day rates, no hourly fees, no separate signup. Start a free trial today to unlock Kit Studios NYC.
Just show up and record.
Explore the rooms at Kit Studios NYC
Every room also has a museum-style gallery hanging system, so you can swap in your own artwork and make the space completely yours.
Lavender Haze: two-person studio with exposed brick
Mid-century furniture, exposed brick, vintage teak—and a two-person setup that makes a conversation feel like it matters. Three cameras (one wide, two solo shots) capture every angle without breaking the atmosphere.
Equipment: Three-camera setup with FX30s and Sigma Art lenses (f/1.8 for depth of field on solo shots)
Perfect for:
- Guest interviews and co-hosted podcasts
- Creator-to-creator collaborations
- Conversation-format shows with a premium look
- Two-person recordings where the vibe is as important as the content
Wildest Dreams: solo recording studio
Light green walls, bright and minimal. Wildest Dreams is built for solo recording where the only thing that should matter is what you’re saying — your vision, your voice, your moment.
Equipment: FX3, Shure SM7B microphone, Elgato XL Teleprompter
Perfect for:
- Solo podcast episodes
- Newsletter creators recording video content
- Educational and business podcasts
- Scripted delivery and course content
Blank Space: a green screen immersive studio
Walk in with nothing and build the scene around you. Blank Space is a green screen studio with iPad-controlled scene switching so you can move from backdrop to backdrop without breaking your flow. Your visual world is whatever you decide it is.
Equipment: FX3, Shure SM7B microphone, Elgato XL Teleprompter, green screen, iPad scene switcher
Perfect for:
- Branded video content and YouTube shows with custom environments
- Social clips with distinctive visual presentation
- Creators who want to transport their audience anywhere
- Experimental and high-production formats
Long Live: a three-person conversation lounge
A warm group conversation space designed for creators who’ve built something and are showing up to talk about it together. Three to four cameras capture every angle of the conversation so nothing gets lost.
Equipment: 3–4 camera setup for group discussion
Perfect for:
- Panel discussions and roundtable conversations
- Multi-guest podcasts
- Collaborative content with depth
- The conversations that feel like sitting down and saying: okay, tell me everything
Actually Romantic: a two-person desk studio
Two people across from each other, building something they believe in. Actually Romantic is an intimate two-person studio with a mirrored desk setup and variable scene options. This room is made for focused, committed work.
Equipment: 1–3 cameras, variable scene configurations
Perfect for:
- In-depth interviews and long-form conversations
- Two-person co-hosted shows
- Creator partnerships and collaborations
- Content that requires full focus and no distractions
Welcome to New York: a flexible meeting and planning space
The arrival room. Welcome to New York is a flexible meeting space with a Vibe board that’s ideal for planning sessions, team briefings, and creative sessions before you head into the recording rooms. It’s where you land before you build something. (Currently available as a meeting space; converting to a full three-person recording studio.)
Equipment: Vibe board
Perfect for:
- Pre-recording planning sessions
- Team workshops and creative briefs
- Client meetings and presentations
Creators shouldn’t pay extra for professional space
Studio access is included with every Creator and Creator Pro plan, the same plans that give you unlimited automations, advanced deliverability, and everything else you use to run your business.
If you’re not yet on Kit, this is as good a moment as any to take a look. Plans start at $9/month. Professional studio time in Manhattan alone—the kind that runs $200 to $500 an hour elsewhere—more than makes up the difference.
Not on a paid plan but curious about the studio? Start a free trial to gain access to Kit Studios NYC and see what the platform can do for your business.
This is just the beginning
Kit Studios NYC is our third location, following Boise and Chicago. It’s our first on the East Coast, and it won’t be our last. We’re planning to expand to more cities because we believe the creators who build in community earn more, and we want to give that opportunity to as many people as possible.
When creators who are all building on the same platform end up in the same room, everyone leaves further ahead than when they walked in.
That’s the idea. And now it has an address in New York.
Sessions are open for booking now. Reserve your studio time at kit.com/studios/bookings.
Frequently asked questions about Kit Studios NYC
How much does it cost to use Kit Studios NYC?
Studio access is free for Kit customers on Creator or Pro plans. If you’re not yet on Kit, you can start a free trial to explore the platform and gain studio access.
Where is Kit Studios NYC located?
Kit Studios NYC is at 109 W 27th St, Floor 2, in the Flatiron District of Manhattan. It’s close to Penn Station and accessible from the 28th St (1, 2, 3 lines) and 23rd St (C, E lines) subway stops.
Who typically records at Kit Studios NYC?
All kinds of creators use the space. A few who’ve joined us: podcasters, YouTubers, course creators, authors, coaches, business owners, newsletter creators, marketing teams, and interview hosts.
Can I record a video podcast at Kit Studios NYC?
Yes. Five of the six rooms are fully equipped with professional cameras, lighting, and microphones — set up and ready for video podcast recording from the moment you walk in. The only thing you need to bring is an external SSD hard drive to record your content on.
Do I need to bring my own equipment?
No. Every studio comes fully equipped with cameras, lighting, and microphones. The only thing you need to bring is an external SSD hard drive to record your content on.
Is there parking nearby?
The Chelsea and Flatiron District have street parking, though it’s limited. We recommend a nearby parking garage or taking public transit.
Can non-Kit customers book the studio?
Studio access is included for Kit Creator and Creator Pro plan members. Not on Kit yet? Start a free trial to get access.
How far in advance can I book?
You can book a studio at Kit Studios NYC up to three months in advance. For same-week bookings within the 72-hour window, reach out to the studio team directly via email.
How long are sessions?
Sessions are a maximum of three hours. But you can book up to 2 sessions in a day for a total of six hours.
What’s the closest subway stop?
28th St (1, 2, 3 lines) or 23rd St (C, E lines).
