A Beginners Guide On Podcast Equipment
Introduction
Welcome to SB Studios! We write these blogs to help educate and inspire individuals and creators on their podcasting journey. From tips on getting started with your first show to helping you grow and scale when you are ready. Contact us at hello@speakboise.studio for any questions you may have or topics you want us to cover.This article is about how to pick your podcast equipment.
Do You Need to Invest in Podcast Equipment?
The simple answer is no. From beginners to salaried podcasters, we all start somewhere, even with your equipment. Some famous podcasters like Jenna Kutcher, host of the Goal Digger Podcast, started podcasting on her cell phone in her car.
There are so many apps like Anchor or Podbean, that lets podcasters record on their mobile device wherever they are.
Moving from mobile phones to microphones there are several affordable options for podcasters. Below are a few of our favorite.
Blue Snowball Ice Microphone- $49
Audio-Technica Microphone- $87
Blue Yeti Microphone- $129
Do I need more than one microphone?
The simple answer to this, also no. It’s important to figure out how you will be recording and hosting your podcast and podcast interviews. Do you plan on having in person interviews? Do you plan on virtually recording? These are all questions you should consider before pulling the trigger on your podcast equipment. Now is a good time to decide if your show will have in person interviews or guests. If not, one microphone is more than okay for you. However, if you do see your podcast growing to having guests or multiple guests, having extra microphones will make it easier for you and your guests.
What about Recording and Editing Software?
Depending on your desktop or laptop, you most likely have free editing software already. But, other software that SB Studios recommends:
I Don’t Know how to Edit or Don’t Want to, Can I Hire Someone?
Great question. YES! SB Studios is Idaho’s largest growing podcast network and production company that can take away the stress out of your whole podcast journey, including the editing process.
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