Metropolis Studio Undergoes Significant Renovation, Debuts in New Form
The Metropolis Studio, operated by global leader NEP Group, has reopened in Manhattan following a significant transformation. The redeveloped studio, located at 106th and Park, is now a highly connected, versatile, and technologically advanced media production facility[1].
Connectivity and Production Capabilities
The Metropolis Studio is fully integrated into NEP's 100G fully-redundant backbone network, providing high-capacity network connectivity that links the studio directly to NEP’s Dallas datacenter, Network Operations Center, and South Florida production hub. This setup supports real-time collaboration, centralized signal routing, and global content delivery[1].
The studio offers 6,400 square feet of unrestricted stage space, making it one of Manhattan's largest. Its design emphasizes flexibility and scalability, supporting a wide range of production types, from traditional multi-camera studio filming to hybrid and remote workflows. It can handle remote interviews, complex live broadcasts, and multi-platform content delivery aimed at both local and global audiences[1].
Specializations and Services
NEP Group positions the studio as a technical production partner offering advanced infrastructure for diverse contemporary media production requirements. The redevelopment caters to trends such as distributed teams and cloud-based workflows, ideal for live sports, entertainment, corporate events, and multi-platform content creation[1].
The studio offers various services, including Audio Equipment Rental and Audio Technician/Audio Engineer services, Audio Visual (AV) Equipment Rental, Mobile Audio Units, Mobile Production Units / Broadcast TV Trucks, and Mobile Recording Studios services. It also provides services related to Dailies, Data/Media Transfer & Storage, and Digital Asset Management (DAM) Services[1].
In addition, the studio offers Finishing & Delivery, Flypacks, Foley, and Gaming Event Production services. It also provides services for Communication Equipment, Concept & Storyboard Development, Content Delivery Services, Closed Captioning, Cloud Services, and Cloud Video-Editing[1].
The studio's services extend to HD/ UHD /4K Production Services and Home Studio Solutions, Animation and Animation / Computer Graphics (CGI), Credits, Titles & Graphics, and Crew Scouting & Hiring services[1]. It also offers Digital Cinema, Digital Cinema Distribution Master/ DCDM, and Digital Cinema Package (DCP) services.
The studio's capabilities include Automated Dialogue Replacement (ADR), Localisation, Master Control Room, Mixing, and Mixing Studio services. It also provides Corporate Video Production services, Live Event Production Management, Live Music Production / Concert Production, and Live Video Production Companies services[1].
The studio offers eSports Production, Extended Reality (XR), and Fibre Optic Transmission Facilities. It also provides SNG Operator, Sound Stage, Stereo Mixing, Streaming Solutions, Studio Rentals, Surround Sound Mixing (5.1/7.1/9.1), Truck Rental, Video Equipment Rental, Video Playback Solutions, Video Projectors / Projection Equipment, Video Walls, LED Screens & Touch Screen Displays, Virtual Production, Virtual Sets, Visual Effects (VFX), Webcasting Services, Wireless Camera System, Workflow Management & Solutions, and XR Stage/Virtual Production Studio services[1].
The studio also offers Broadcasting Equipment and Broadcast Solutions, Playout Facilities, Post-Production Services, Postvis, and Previsualisation services. It provides Projection Mapping, Real-Time VFX, Remote Control / Robotics Equipment Rentals, and Remote Post-Production services. The studio also offers Multi-Camera Production Companies, Multi Camera Recording, and On-Set Supplies & Services[1].
The studio's services also include Color Correction & Color Grading, Lighting and Shading (VFX), Lighting Equipment Rental, and Live Event Coverage. It offers Robotic Camera Systems, Satellite Service, Satellite Transmission Facilities, SAT Trucks / KU Band, and Slow-Motion Videography services. The studio also provides Editing Suites, Editorial (Post-production), and Electricians & Lighting Crew services[1].
The studio's services also include Graphic Design, Green Screen Studio, HDR Finishing, and HD/ UHD/ 4K Post-Production. It also offers Digital Environments (VFX) and Dynamic Ad Insertion (DAI) services. The studio provides Outside Broadcast, Performance/Volumetric Capture Facilities, Pitchvis, and Playout & Delivery services[1].
The studio also offers Content Management Systems and Corporate Production Services. It provides Broadcasting Equipment and Broadcast Solutions, Broadcast Consultants, Broadcast Engineering/ Live Graphics Operators, and Production, Production Equipment Rental, Production Equipment & Services, and Production Facilities[1].
The studio has Augmented Reality (AR) capabilities and offers Broadcast Systems Integration services. It also provides Projection Mapping, Real-Time VFX, Remote Control / Robotics Equipment Rentals, and Remote Post-Production services.
In summary, the reopened Metropolis Studio by NEP Group in Manhattan is a highly connected, versatile, and technologically advanced media production facility. It offers a wide range of services to support cutting-edge production workflows on a large scale, making it an ideal partner for content creators worldwide.
[1] NEP Group. (2025). Metropolis Studio by NEP Group Reopens in Manhattan. Retrieved 1 July 2025, from https://www.nepgroup.com/news/metropolis-studio-by-nep-group-reopens-in-manhattan
- The Metropolis Studio, redeveloped by NEP Group, boasts a technologically advanced lifestyle with its connection to NEP's 100G backbone network, supporting real-time collaboration and global content delivery.
- Embracing the trends of sports, entertainment, and corporate events, the Metropolis Studio provides versatile production services, incorporating technology for remote workflows and handling complex live broadcasts, producing content for both local and global audiences.
