Inside your DJ studios
Club-standard equipment. 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.
DJ Standard and DJ Pro
Our standard two-deck DJ studios are approximately 65 square feet, and our Pro 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?
PIRATE.COM is the world’s largest creative studio and artist community network with close to 50 locations across the UK, DE, US and IE. We offer DJ studio hire with industry-standard Pioneer setups at affordable, hourly rates. Come and go, 24/7 — to practice your mixing ability, prepare for a DJ gig, live stream from the virtual club, or just play your favourite tunes with your favourite people. For anyone with an interest in DJing, regardless of your ethnicity, sexuality, gender or social status — this space is yours.
2-deck DJ Standard studio
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 Pro Studio
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 Midlands studios are the perfect place to create, write, produce, practice and mix with no distractions.
In Nottingham there are 10 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.
Stay creative with COMMUNITY
Set up by artists, for artists, COMMUNITY is the home for Pirate creatives worldwide.
Speak to fellow musicians, get feedback on your music, put out a call for a collab, enter competitions, share the best-kept secret near you… It’s all possible here.
- Collaborate: Seek out a collaborator to contribute to your next project, or offer your skills to someone in need.
- Feedback room: Not sure your music is ready for release? This is the best place for you to share your works in progress, receive advice, and provide constructive feedback.
- Challenges: Your chance to show the world your talent. Win gear, studio credit, mentoring, and much more with regular artist challenges.
- Industry advice: This section will help you to understand the ins and outs of the industry. Chat about processes, marketing your brand, and anything else related to the business of creativity.
- Artist opportunities: Get your music featured on Pirate.com, receive exclusive offers from Pirate partners, and plenty more.
Nottingham calling
Here's our pick of cool spots to enjoy in the city know as the 'Queen of the Midlands':
- Since 1980, iconic indie venue Rock City has been hosting up-and-coming bands, student gigs and club nights. Rescue Rooms is also highly rated for live music and shows.
- Batman fans will know the historic Tudor-built Wollaton Hall portrays Wayne Manor in all the films. It's also home to the city's Natural History Museum and Industrial Museum.
- The bookish amongst you don't need to be told about Nottingham's radical bookshop, Five Leaves Books est. 2013.
- Fans of fresh air and open spaces will enjoy Radford Recreation Ground, a hop skip and a jump across the road from the studios.
Equipment Available
- Decks - 2x Pioneer CDJ-2000 NXS2
- Mixer - Pioneer DJM-900 NXS2
- Speakers - 2x Pioneer XPRS 10
- Extras - Custom lighting and temperature control
Find Us
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The studio address is 186 Ilkeston Road, Nottingham, NG7 3HF.
If you're coming by public transport, buses stop right outside on Ilkeston Road.
Have a question or need support? Check out our FAQs, use the Live Chat, or call us.
