WHAT’S THIS EPISODE ABOUT?
Top 2 Things You Need to Know for Better Sound for Your Podcast
1. ENVIRONMENT! Record where it sounds the best…not necessarily where it’s the most comfortable.
2. HIGH-QUALITY SOUND! Make sure you’re recording in 24-bits rather than 16-bits.
What Recording Software Do You Recommend?
It honestly doesn’t matter the platform that you record on. It’s more of a preference. But Audacity or Adobe Audition is a great place to start.
Plugins: EQ & a Compressor…That is the core of audio engineering
Sound Proofing vs. Sound Treating
Sound Proofing is keeping sounds going in and out of the room
Sound Treating is keeping the sounds acoustically pleasing
Comparing your audio to a great sound you enjoy.
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3 Mic Recommendations if You’re Just Getting Started
- RE320/RE20 The most widely used mic in radio – sounds great on anyone’s voice, stops reflection ~ $200-$300
- SM58 – start looking more into your dynamics
- Blue Yeti
To get your mic connected to the computer, you need an interface. But really do your research. Behringer’s line of interfaces is what Ray recommends to new podcasters.
These equipment recs can definitely help you get better sound for your podcast!
Rapid Fire Questions
Do You Consider Yourself a Perfectionist?
Oh, absolutely!
Who Would Be Your Dream Podcast Guest?
Dave Ramsey
What’s One Piece of Advice You’d Like to Give to a Brand New Podcaster?
Consult an Expert to at least get headed in the right direction.
About Ray Smith
Ray Smith is the founder and CEO of The Houston Pod, a full-service podcast studio located in downtown Houston. The Houston Pod is dedicated to helping brands record, edit, and develop their podcasts to increase brand awareness using the power of voice.
Links Mentioned in This Episode:
- Podcast Editors Facebook Group
- TheHoustonPod.com
- Instagram: @TheHoustonPod
- Program to Level Off Audio: Auphonic
- Squadcast for Interviews
- Waves.com for Sound Plugins
- Podcast Checklist
- ProffittPodcasting.com
- Proffitt Podcast Online Community Facebook Group
- Podcast YouTube Channel
- Resource Library
- 5-Day Podcast Bootcamp
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