Podcast Equipment Recommendations

Beginner Tier

1. Microphone: USB Microphone

   • Recommendation: Audio-Technica ATR2100x-USB

2. Recording and Editing Software:

   • Descript

   • Riverside.fm

Intermediate Tier

1. Audio Interface:

   • Zoom H6 Handy Recorder (portable option)

2. Microphone:

   • Shure MV7 USB/XLR Podcast Microphone

3. Headphones:

   • Sony MDR-7506 Professional Studio Monitor Headphones

4. Software:

   • Continue using Riverside.fm and Descript,

   • DAW: Audacity , Reaper

Professional Tier

1. Audio Setup:

   • XLR Microphone into Audio Interface

     • Microphone Recommendation: Shure SM7dB Vocal Dynamic Microphone

     • Interface Recommendation: Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 (3rd Gen) USB Audio Interface

     • Mic stand

     • Mic cable

2. Headphones:

   • Sony MDR-7506 Professional Studio Monitor Headphones

3. Editing Software:

   • Hindenburg Journalist Pro

   • Adobe Audition

4. Alternative: Hire a professional podcast editor

Remember to also consider acoustics in your recording space. Acoustic treatments like foam panels or a reflection filter can greatly improve sound quality at any tier.