Recording Studio

Alert: Some equipment may be temporarily unavailable for use. Please contact a staff member to confirm that the equipment you want for your project is currently available.

Includes sound editing software, microphones, MIDI keyboard, webcam, video conference software, pop-up green screen, guitar*, etc.
Sound-dampening (not sound-proof)
Maximum capacity: 2 people

*This guitar was generously donated to the library by the Guitar Center. Learn more.

Example Projects

Record a podcast or song.
Conduct an interview.
Preserve your family history.
Create a commercial.
Digitize an audio cassette.
...and more!

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Note: The recording studio is wheelchair accessible. Please see a staff member for assistance.

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Service

Recording Studio in a Box

Record audio anywhere in the library. (To borrow, present a government-issued ID at the desk on the second floor.)

Rules & Restrictions

Limit of 3 hours while others are waiting. To gain access to the lab, present your library card and ID to the staff at the desk on the second floor. Printing projects are scheduled through staff and can be picked up when completed.

Your use of the lab is subject to the library's Terms of Use.

Must be 18 years or older; or 16-17 years old with a signed waiver from parent/guardian that acknowledges the rights and responsibilities of both parties; or accompanied by an adult who meets all requirements for use.
Must have a Westerville Library card in good standing.
Must present a government-issued photo ID or school ID with the current school year's date clearly indicated.

Use of the lab is intended to be self-guided. Minimal instruction provided. Library staff can recommend resources for learning.

Reservations

Walk-ins welcome as availability allows.

Reservation limit is 3 hours per day; no more than 90 days in advance. (Setup, teardown, saving, or clean-up are to be completed during your allotted reservation time.)
Request in person, by phone, or online.

To make a reservation, visit this page.