Recode Studio is a brand new XR & Virtual Production Studio based in Manchester.

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High-Performance Virtual Production Studio in Manchester

Our Manchester-based virtual production studio is engineered for high-end LED volume production, in-camera visual effects and real-time virtual production workflows across film, television, automotive and commercial production.

The studio combines LED volume infrastructure, camera tracking systems, real-time rendering and production support facilities within a controlled studio environment designed for XR production workflows.

The facility supports productions requiring integrated physical and digital environments, controlled lighting conditions and real-time scene playback during filming.

LED VOLUME & IMMERSIVE DISPLAY

Our LED volume creates a fully immersive production environment, enabling real-time backgrounds and in-camera visual effects without reliance on physical locations.

⦿ 100 SQ/M OF LED VOLUME
⦿ 150 DEGREE CURVED LED WALL, SIZE 16M X 4M.
⦿ REAL-TIME ENGINE INTEGRATION
⦿ OPTIMISED FOR IN-CAMERA VFX WORKFLOWS

CAMERA & REAL-TIME TRACKING SYSTEMS

Our studio is equipped with advanced tracking and capture systems to ensure accurate synchronisation between physical camera movement and virtual environments.

⦿ EQUIPPED WITH 4K CAMERAS
⦿ NCAM REAL-TIME CAMERA TRACKING SYSTEM
⦿ CRANE AND RAILS
⦿ NVIDIA QUADRO WORKSTATIONS
⦿ FIBRE CONNECTION AND 3 PHASE POWER.

INTEGRATED LIGHTING SYSTEMS

Lighting within the LED volume is designed for consistency, realism, and cinematic control.

⦿ 18 SQ/M OF CEILING LED PANELS FOR DYNAMIC LIGHTING
⦿ 8 SQ/M OF MOVEABLE LED TOTEMS
⦿ STUDIO LIGHTING USING LED SKY PANELS AND PROFESSIONAL HIGH-POWER FRESNEL WITH RGBW LED

PRODUCTION ACCESS & INFRASTRUCTURE

Designed for full-scale commercial production, the studio supports large crews and vehicle-based shoots.

⦿ HIGH VEHICLE ROLLER SHUTTER ACCESS
⦿ EXTENSIVE SECURE ON-SITE PARKING
⦿ EXTERNAL POWER

CAST & CREW FACILITIES

Our backstage infrastructure supports professional production requirements with privacy and comfort built in.

⦿ FULL SUITE OF BACKSTAGE FACILITIES INCLUDING A LARGE LOUNGE AREA.
⦿ 7 MULTI-FUNCTIONAL ROOMS FOR CLIENT SPECIFIC USE SUCH AS GREEN ROOMS, DRESSING ROOMS OR PRODUCTION OFFICES
⦿ SEPARATE UNISEX TOILETS WITH SHOWERING FACILITIES
⦿ LARGE SEATED CANTEEN AREA.

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Engineered for Sustainable, Efficient Production.

From our Manchester virtual production studio, we deliver high-end LED volume and game-engine powered content for film, TV, commercial and branded productions — without the cost, carbon impact or limitations of traditional location shoots.

Game Engine Virtual Produciton
80%

Frequently Asked Questions About Our Studio Facilities

What is included within the studio facilities?

The facility includes LED volume infrastructure, camera tracking systems, real-time rendering workflows, lighting systems, production access and backstage support facilities.

The studio is configured specifically for virtual production, in-camera visual effects and LED volume production workflows.

Our Manchester studio features a 100 sqm LED volume with a 150-degree curved LED wall measuring 16m x 4m, designed for high-end in-camera VFX and virtual production workflows.

Yes. The studio is purpose-built for film, television, commercial and branded content, with real-time camera tracking, professional lighting and full production support.

We use NCAM real-time camera tracking, alongside 4K cameras, cranes and rails, enabling accurate perspective tracking for in-camera VFX and virtual environments.

Yes. We offer a full suite of backstage facilities including green rooms, dressing rooms, production offices, shower facilities and a large seated canteen area.

The studio supports film production, television, automotive, commercial and branded content workflows.

The studio is based in Manchester with high vehicle roller shutter access and extensive secure on-site parking, making it easy for crews, equipment and vehicles to access the space.

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