The dark minimal set
Studio #3: dark minimal podcast set in Fort Lauderdale
Studio #3 at The Cast Studio is a minimalistic dark set with two black armchairs under warm LED lighting, a good fit for serious talks, expert interviews and business podcasts. Choose it with any package, from $199 per hour, and book online or take a free studio tour first.
Updated: October 3, 2026
What does Studio #3 look like?
Studio #3 keeps the furniture simple and dark: two black armchairs, each with a microphone on a boom stand beside it, and a small round table with bottled water between them. In the photos, the wall behind is the same wood-slat wall with LED light bars as in Studio #1, so the dark comes from the chairs, not the wall. The studio calls it a minimalistic dark set with elegant lighting.
Look closer and the details are quiet: a wooden sideboard with wavy carved doors under the display, a cream rug with dark curved lines, and a wood shelf with a plant at the right edge. The styling stays out of the speaker's way.
A guest in red and white against the black armchair.
What is Studio #3 a good fit for?
Studio #3 is a good fit for serious talks, expert interviews and business podcasts, the formats the studio describes for it. A quiet background keeps attention on the speaker, which suits a founder, a consultant or a subject expert. Studio Recording, listed by the studio for business interviews, adds a crew and three 4K angles.
What should I wear in Studio #3?
Black clothes disappear into black armchairs, so wear something lighter or brighter: white, cream, a clear red or a soft pastel. The one gallery photo shows a white cape blazer over a red jumpsuit, which separates cleanly from the chair.
What equipment is set up for a session in Studio #3?
Which cameras you get depends on the package, not the set. Studio Essentials records one clean 4K angle, enough for a single talking-head frame; both Studio Recording packages add a full crew and three angles. The equipment list covers the lights, microphones and Rodecaster Pro.
Source: The Cast Studio Terms of Service, effective February 1, 2026.
How much does it cost to record in Studio #3?
The set is included with every package, so Studio #3 does not change the bill. A one-on-one expert interview can run on Studio Essentials at $199 per hour; Studio Recording is $250 and Studio Recording + Enhanced Edit is $455. Podcast studio rental and prices shows what each includes.
Source: The Cast Studio packages. Prices checked October 3, 2026.
How do I book Studio #3?
Book Studio #3 with its own Podyx link. Full payment is required before the session starts. Extended sessions or added services may cost extra. A free studio tour lets you judge the black armchairs in person. Request a tour.
Source: The Cast Studio Terms of Service, effective February 1, 2026.
Which set should I choose instead of Studio #3?
Choose Studio #1: leather armchair set for armchairs in a lighter, warmer room.
Choose Studio #4: round table set when the conversation has several voices around a wooden table.
See every option on the podcast sets page.
What do clients say about recording at The Cast Studio?
Clients describe a helpful, flexible owner and an effortless recording; none of these notes names a set.
5.0 on Google from 22 reviews (checked October 3, 2026).Read them on Google
“Phenomenal experience. The owner is very kind and super helpful and flexible. Definitely going to come back.”
Prince Zeeshan Ali, Google review
The team made the whole recording experience effortless. Amazing production
Haroun BelbehyHIV advocate
Frequently asked questions about Studio #3
How is Studio #3 different from Studio #1?
In the photos, both are two-armchair interview sets in front of the same wood-slat wall. Studio #3 has black armchairs for a darker, more serious mood; Studio #1 has caramel leather for a warmer look. Prices are identical.
Is Studio #3 suitable for a business podcast?
Yes. The studio describes it for serious talks, expert interviews and business podcasts. Pair it with Studio Recording for a full crew and three 4K angles, or Enhanced Edit for a finished video with your logo.
Do I get photos of my guest with Studio #3?
Yes, with the Studio Recording packages: thumbnail photos, guest photos, and behind-the-scenes photos and video. Studio Essentials does not list photos. An expert who wants photos of the guest should choose a Studio Recording package.
Do I need to reserve Studio #3 in advance?
Reservations are first-come, first-served. A non-refundable deposit is required to book a session. Reserve your slot as soon as the date is set. Studio #3 has its own booking link on Podyx.
Can I tour Studio #3 first?
Yes, a studio tour is free, and the team will contact you to set a time. It helps you choose between a dark set and a warm one. Request a tour.
Keep exploring
- All six podcast setsPhotos, formats and a booking link for each.
- Studio #1: leather armchairs
- Studio #4: round table
- Packages and pricesThe three hourly packages side by side.
- Cameras, lights and audioThe equipment behind every set.
- Enhanced Edit: a finished video from one visitA 4K multicam edit with your logo and lower thirds.
Guides from the blog
- Podcast background ideas that look good on cameraPodcast background and set design ideas that work on video, from LED light walls to bold color walls, shown on real studio sets, with tips for home.
- What to wear on a video podcastWhat to wear on a video podcast: colors and fabrics that work on camera, what to avoid near the microphone, and outfit advice for six real studio sets.
Ready to record in Studio #3?
Book the dark minimal set online, or take a free studio tour to see the black armchairs in person.
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