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Bring your vision to life at the General Purpose Studio

Welcome to the General Purpose Studio, run by experienced ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Wales Operations staff and skilled freelancers dedicated to delivering exceptional service and unmatched expertise. 

Whether you’re producing live television, pre-recorded features, or dynamic studio-based events, this versatile space is tailored to meet your needs and help you achieve your creative ambitions.

Designed for every genre

The main TV studio in Central Square is seamlessly integrated with other building facilities, making it ideal for a wide range of productions, including:

1. Sport

2. News & Current Affairs

3. Factual & Documentary

4. Entertainment

5. Magazine & Lifestyle

6. Children & Family

Unmatched Flexibility

Featuring a unique skyfold wall, the studio can transform into two separate spaces, offering unparalleled flexibility. Book one area or utilise the full space—the choice is yours! The skyfold even enhances sound isolation, ensuring superior audio quality.

When configured as a single studio, the space accommodates up to 205 people. With the skyfold in place, you can host smaller productions with a capacity of 60–145, depending on your set size and crew requirements.

State-of-the-Art Facilities

Take your production to the next level with our cutting-edge amenities:

• Total studio area: 340sqm
• Main space: 200sqm
• Extension area: 140sqm
• Ceiling height: 3.5m

• Advanced equipment:
• 7 Camera capability complete with Autoscript expandable to 10 cameras for hard set productions
• 6 Camera VR capability, 2 tracking including a jib
• 4 Viz Engines with Viz Trio and bespoke GUI control for powerful graphics integration
• Sound:
  • An interconnected network of Calrec sound desks and stage boxes, coupled with a four-zone radio mic and IEM system, ensures comprehensive audio coverage throughout the entire building.
  • Central Square’s talkback facilities are powered by an extensive Riedel communication system, featuring the highly regarded Bolero belt-packs. This system is fully adaptable to meet any programme requirements.

• Lighting solutions: LED hard, soft and moving lights with customisable colour options
• Multiple floor monitors

VR-Ready Green Screen Studio

Unleash the power of virtual reality in your productions. The General Purpose Studio features a fully equipped green screen, allowing you to:

• Transport your talent to imaginative, immersive environments.
• Create versatile backdrops, from simple setups to dynamic, multi-layered worlds.
• Seamlessly handle program clashes or incorporate visually stunning designs that enhance viewer experience.

Why choose the General Purpose Studio?

From concept to broadcast, our team is here to support you every step of the way, ensuring your production exceeds expectations. Whether you're creating a polished multi-camera masterpiece or a bespoke non-traditional project, this studio delivers the flexibility and reliability you need.

Book your production space today and let’s make your vision a reality!