A mic stand is an essential accessory you need for comfortable work and recording. After years of working with different stands, I can definitely say that microphone boom arms are the best for this. Best microphone boom arms are built from premium, lightweight materials, and are internally dampened for silent operations. They rotate at a 360-degree angle and allow for easy positioning of even heavy microphones. A good mic boom …
It took me a lot of analysis to decide how to soundproof my studio for the first time. Acoustic panels and bass traps were the first things I have installed. And you should too if want better audio. Acoustic panels are sound-absorbing panels that are used to absorb middle and high frequencies of sound in a room, which helps keep a check on reverberation. Bass traps are also sound panels, …
Editing podcasts can be a smooth and nice experience, but it also can be an uphill battle. Picking the best podcast editing software for your needs will save you priceless hours. The best podcast editing software is Adobe Audition due to its powerful set of features, excellent noise reduction features, and advanced audio track restoration and compression. For Mac users, Logic Pro is the most optimized, powerful, and easy-to-use option. …
As I advise business owners and individuals who ask me how to launch a brand new podcast with no existing audience, I always say to focus on building a helpful show and rewarding listening experience. To start a podcast with no existing audience, you need to build a listener profile, define problems you will solve, and ensure your podcast satisfies listeners’ expectations. Before you start, you should also collaborate with …
If you have your podcast and thinking about monetization with ads, the podcasting networks are there to help you. But how do they actually work, and is it even worth it for you? A podcast network works as a podcasting ads marketplace. Networks collaborate with hundreds of shows and advertisers. Multiple shows, with different audiences, are attractive to advertisers, who can work with a single or few podcast networks instead …
Researching reasons as to why you should start a podcast can result in a mixed bag of suggestions. The reason being is that it’s easy to mix marketing benefits and ‘reasons’ with personal ones. If I wanted to start my podcast, would I be interested in directing my audience to my services? Maybe, maybe not. It depends on my intentions for starting the podcast. However, I personally don’t think it’s …
As I have spent over $13k on different podcasting equipment and used it for a long time, I have clear favorite devices that will help anyone looking for the best podcast equipment at any price point. Investment in the correct audio equipment is extremely important for podcasting. Your audio setup needs to be correctly selected to ensure: Best possible capabilities to capture great audio and minimize time spent on editing …
You would find a pop filter and foam in every podcaster’s recording ensemble. But if you are a newbie, you might not know a great deal about recording gears and how to use them. I was like you once upon a time, so I understand the confusion. Many podcasters are confused between the functions of a pop filter and a foam. A pop filter is used to remove plosives, the …
Just like everyone else, I was passing through my life without paying much attention to my surroundings. I never noticed the birds pleasantly humming in my garden, or the jarring sounds of vehicles on the next street, till I recorded my first podcast. Prior to this, I had not even remotely considered the possibility of soundproofing my room with only my household items. If you haven’t recorded your first podcast …
Audio Interface (for podcasting) is a physical device allowing the audio gear to communicate with a computer. It translates an analog signal to digital. Its phantom power (48V) and XLR jack connect professional mics. With built-in preamp (signal boost), headphone jack and direct monitor (avoid latency) it is an essential part of a podcasting kit. An audio interface is a first more complex device every beginning podcaster spends hours about …
