Welcome to Pocket-Sized Podcasting, brought to you by Alitu: The Podcast Maker. And over the next few episodes, we’re going to talk about the gear you need to actually record your show.

When we hear the term “podcast equipment” it’s easy to imagine a pro-level studio filled with lots of intimidating and very expensive kit. But for the vast majority of podcasters, this looks nothing like their own recording setup.

You can break podcast equipment down into categories, based on how you record and capture your voice, from mic to mixer to recorder to computer.

The recording process can be made as simple or as complicated as you like. You can record right into your computer, ridding yourself of the need for a mixer or a recorder. Or you can go the full studio route, and use it all.

If you use very little kit, the process will be simple, but you’ll also have less flexibility and control. This isn’t an issue for most aspiring podcasters though, as they’ve no intention of becoming an audio engineer – they just want to get their message out there.

There is no “one-size-fits-all” podcast equipment recommendation. As we covered earlier in the series, there are a few different podcast format options, and the format you choose will have a bearing on what gear you need. As will, of course, your budget.

So over the next few episodes, we’re going to take a look at some common use-cases and give you some recommendations for each of them. On top of that, we’re going to give you some easy-to-understand explanations of common gear-related terms you’ll likely come across, too.

For a more detailed look at choosing the right kit for you and your podcast, go to http://ThePodcastHost.com/equipment