Podcast Equipment Guide: From Basics to Pro-Level | Brian Pickerel

Foreign Thanks for joining me today on the real Estate syndication show my name is Brian Pickrel with Vox balance media and I’m Your guest host and today we’re going to Be talking about equipment for starting A podcast whether you’re a long time Listener with your own podcast and You’re looking to upgrade your equipment Or someone who’s thinking about starting A podcast this episode will provide you With valuable insights and suggestions On getting started and growing your Podcast we do offer a video version of This episode and I recommend hopping Over to YouTube searching for the real Estate syndication show for a visual Presentation and we’ll provide all the Necessary links and purchasing Information for the equipment discussed But before we dive into the equipment Review I want to remind you about the Podcasting editing services that we Offer at Vox valence media we can help You edit both your audio and video files Whether you record locally or through Zoom we’ll guide you through the Onboarding process assist with setup and Handle uploading your con intent to Platforms like buzz Sprout and YouTube Additionally we provide social media Management services including creating Reels Thumbnails and social Graphics to

Promote your podcast consistently if You’re interested schedule a call with Us today to learn more about our Operations and how we can assist you Today we’ll be looking at two Microphones specifically the mv7 and the Mv7x along with the mv7 podcast kit and A third budget mic at the end it’s Actually the mic that I’m using today We’ll also be discussing the Rogue Caster Pro and some of the accessories These mics offer a more budget friendly Option compared to what our host Whitney Typically uses we’ll also discuss some Accessories that complement these Microphones and can help you make an Informed decision First let’s talk about the mv7x podcast Microphone this is a high quality Microphone from sure and it looks great It may not be the cheapest option Available out there but it does do the Job it’s important to know that Microphone this microphone is XLR only Meaning it requires an additional sound Device such as a sound board that can Receive this type of connection if You’re planning to connect directly to Your computer this microphone not might Not be suitable however if you’re Setting up a sound board and need Multiple consistent microphones the mv7x Is a cheaper and excellent choice it’s a Budget mic compared to Whitney’s

Preferred microphone the Shure sm7b but It still delivers exceptional Performance the microphone comes with a Mount that’s attached that can be easily Attached to an arm or a tripod next Let’s explore the mv7 podcast kit this Kit offers more accessories and Versatility the microphone includes an XLR adapter allowing you to connect it To a soundboard or the road Caster Pro It’s a great option if you plan to use It for Zoom or Google meets in addition To podcast recording the kit also Includes a high quality tripod from the Manfrotto brand ensuring stability and Convenience during your recordings This all-in-one setup is incredibly easy To assemble it doesn’t require the road Caster Pro it doesn’t require an Additional soundboard which we’ll Discuss shortly the mv7 microphone has Input audio signals displayed on its Exterior and it features XLR and USB Outputs as well as a headphone jack this Allows you to monitor your audio and Listen to your guests or co-host in real Time now let’s talk about the podcast Pro arm This portable arm is commonly used by Podcasters and offers a great Flexibility and can be easily mounted on Any flat disk service providing a sturdy Or space-saving solution you can attach The microphones that we discussed

Earlier directly to the arm and it even Includes an XLR cable with the arm Itself This setup minimizes cable management And simplifies your recording space and If you prefer you can always upgrade to A higher quality XLR cable but the Included cable is of good quality we Also love this set because of its Portability if you’re considering where Can I put bomb podcast and you don’t Have a dedicated service this is a great Option to have microphones on the go Now we’re going to dive into the road Caster Pro 2 is an integrated audio Production Studio well this may this may Be more advanced than what someone’s Starting out would typically use it’s Worth reviewing because it is what Whitney uses in-house the road Caster Pro 2 comes with preamps which allows You to directly plug in the Shure Microphone and XLR inputs eliminating The need for additional power sources or Adapters The road Caster Pro 2 features four Inputs A Bluetooth option and two outputs it Offers both USBC and the ability to Directly connect this your microphone You have the option to record externally Using an SSD drive with a USB C cord or You can record directly to your computer Additionally the road Caster Pro 2 has a

Slot for a mini SD card enabling dual Recording this is especially useful if You’re hosting a podcast and you want to Ensure uninterrupted recording without Constantly checking it and to see if It’s functioning properly the device Excels in this area and provides Excellent recording capabilities one of The standout features of the road Caster Pro 2 is its pre-programmed settings it Comes with presets for various Microphones including the Shure mv7 These presets alleviate the need to Manually adjust Equalization settings For your highs and your lows while you Do have the flexibility to customize the Settings based on your voice Straight Out of the Box the row Caster Pro 2 delivers an impressive audio Experience Additionally the device Allows you to program sound effects into The illuminated squares on its side if You’re performing or streaming live you Have the ability to play intros or Outros or musics or even have sound Effects right at your disposal Another fantastic feature is the ability To save settings for different shows or Guests if you have multiple shows or Varying formats you can save individual Settings for each scenario so for Example if one show involves three Guests while another is a solo episode You can preset and save the mic volumes

The eqs and other parameters and when It’s time for your next recording Session you simply load the appropriate Settings you select the show and you’re Ready to go this level of convenience And customization intenses your Podcasting experience which is why we Recommend the road Caster Pro 2. While the road Caster Pro 2 is an Excellent choice for taking your podcast To the next level it’s important to note That it’s not the only option available It is a little pricey So many external recorders allow you to Connect your XLR microphone directly and Record onto the device Alternatively you can bypass the row Caster Pro 2 connect your microphone Directly to your computer so these Options are worth considering especially If you’re just starting out and looking For a more cost effective solution However if you’re seeking to expand Accommodate more guests and have a Self-sustaining setup that requires Minimal effort the road Caster Pro 2 is A fantastic choice now to a budget mic That I want to share with you if you’re Looking for more budget-friendly option I recommend the Samsung q2u microphone It’s available online on Amazon around 60 bucks and it can be paired with a Really nice heavy weighted stand or if You want to arm that you want to attach

To it for stability I’m using the on Stage stand and it gives a really nice Professional look well the included Stand might be a little flimsy they can Suffice if you don’t have any other Options the Samsung microphone delivers A professional sound quality and a sleep Professional appearance especially if You have to buy multiple mics for Multiple guests finally I want to leave You with some final tips when Considering equipment for your podcast Tip number one Define your needs and Budget start by understanding your Podcasting goals and the type of content You’ll be producing determine the Features that you require set a budget That aligns with your financial Capabilities this will help narrow down Your options and prevent overspending Tip number two research and read reviews So take the time to research different Brands and models of podcasting Equipment read the reviews from reliable Sources contact fellow podcasters to Gain insights into the performance the Durability the user experience all the Equipment that you’re interested in tip Number three consider your recording Environment assess the Acoustics and the Noise level of your recording space if You’re in a noisy environment consider Microphones with good noise rejection Capabilities if your room has poor

Acoustics look for equipment that can Help mitigate Echo and background noise Tip number four Connectivity and compatibility ensure That the equipment you choose is Compatible with your existing recording Setup consider the connectivity options Such as a USB the XLR or Bluetooth and Make sure they align with your recording Interface or computer you want to make Sure that if you’re going to start a Podcast so that it’s something that is Quick and easy and doesn’t take a lot of Time to set up tip number five Future proof your investment think about The future growth of your podcast will You be conducting interviews with Multiple guests will you need to expand Your equipment set up so consider Investing in equipment that allows for Scalability and accommodates your future Needs Well that wraps up a review of Podcasting equipment today I hope you Found these recommendations helpful as You consider starting or upgrading your Podcast the ride equipment can enhance Your production value but it’s your Unique voice and perspective that will Truly Captivate your audience remember At Vox valence media we’re here to Assist you with your podcast editing Video editing and social media Management schedule a call with us to

Learn about how we can support you and Your podcasting Journey we also didn’t Discuss cameras and the types of setups That you have in a podcast so if you Have a specific question about the setup That we’re using today or Recommendations please leave your Questions and comments in the comment Section below and we’ll try to have a Future episode to address the ways that You can set up your camera and different Types of camera that will be beneficial To you thank you so much for joining us Again today we hope to talk to you soon [Music]