Recording Audio at Live Events
Live event recording requires different preparation to studio recording. The environment is unpredictable — ambient noise, reflective surfaces, unpredictable acoustics, multiple sound sources, and the logistical complexity of coordinating with venue AV teams. At StudioToGo, we approach event recording with a clear technical plan before arrival and the flexibility to adapt when conditions change on the day.
Studio C's mobile kit — Neumann U87 Ai with Kaotica Eyeball, UAD Apollo Twin X, MacBook Pro M3 Max, and Presonus Eris E5 portable monitors — handles most event recording scenarios. For larger setups with multiple simultaneous sound sources, we configure accordingly. All sessions include the engineer, setup, and a rough edited deliverable.
What We Record at Events
Panel discussions and conference presentations with multiple speakers, keynote speeches, brand activation content, live musical performances within event programmes, award ceremonies, product launches with audio elements, and private events with performance or spoken word components. Each scenario has specific requirements — mic placement, headroom management, coordination with the event PA system — and we handle all of them as part of the service.
Coordinating with AV teams: For events with an existing PA or sound system, we can take a feed from the front-of-house desk as a backup source alongside our own microphones. We coordinate with venue AV technicians before the event to confirm the setup.
What You Get
- Multi-mic audio recordings — all sources captured to separate tracks
- Edited deliverable — cleaned up and structured for your use
- Raw multitracks — available if you need full flexibility in post
- Engineer on-site — for the full duration of the event
Pricing
Event recording is quoted per project based on event duration, number of sound sources, and post-production requirements. All Studio C bookings start at AED 350 per hour. Message us on WhatsApp with your event details — date, location, duration, and setup requirements.