Welcome to another episode of The PodGenies! This week, we will be talking about one of the most common problems that Podcasters face when starting out and that is AUDIO QUALITY. It is not as hard and as complicated as you think. Sometimes the easiest method is the right method. 

 

Join us as we unpack some amazing tips that you can take advantage of when you are starting out your podcasting career.

 

[00:01 - 03:59] Opening Segment

• Quick fun chat between your genies
• • We talk about superheroes
• Overview of our topic
• • Improving Sound Quality in Podcasting

 

[04:00 - 17:00] How To Improve Your Sound Quality

• Achieving topnotch audio quality
• • Shameless plug of our company, STREAMLINEDPODCASTS
• Your microphone is really important
• • Use a dynamic microphone
• A Good Room Is KEY!
• • Basic Sound Treatment For Your Room
  • Hang a towel or a thick blanket behind you
  • Do NOT drive while you are podcasting
• Use A Pop Filter And Wind Shield
• • Do not waste a crap-load of money on your equipment
  • Aim for low-hanging fruit when you are starting-off
  • You can hack a pop-filter by using a "SOCK"
• Silence Your Device 
• • There is nothing more annoying or distracting than a buzzing phone
  • PRO TIP: If you are worried about telling your guest to silence their device, throw em’ a hint by mentioning that you’ll turn yours off. It will remind them and they’ll follow your lead. 
• Create A Separate Track For You And Your Guest
• • It will save your editor a LOT of time
• Wear Headphones
• • You don't want audio invading the space where the microphone is. It creates awkward feedback
  • AirPods are AWESOME!
• Check out this link for the full blog

[17:01 - 20:53] Closing Segment

 

• Episode takeaways
• • Do the easy stuff. The easiest stuff is easy for a reason.
  • You have to KILL IT in the audio
  • Let's make it simple and actionable
• Final words from your Genies

Resources Mentioned:

 

• How To Improve Your Sound Quality
• Audio-Technica ATR2100 Microphone
• Shure A58WS-GRA Foam Windscreen
• Zoom
• Recording a Separate Audio File in Zoom
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