Gear & Setup

Whether you have a low or high budget, or need an entry-level or professional machine, this article should have at least one laptop for you.

As a podcaster, your listeners deserve the best audio. Luckily, you don’t have to break the bank to get your hands on a suitable microphone for podcasts.

Whether you go for a desktop mic stand next to your laptop or a telescopic boom mic stand, a flimsy base will easily fall over and potentially damage your microphone.

Whether you’re making a podcast or producing any type of digital media, audio is an important element, you can record system audio with recording apps like Quicktime.

There are a lot of audio mixers on the market, each with its own suite of features. Here’s what to consider as you choose a mixer for podcast or music recording.

Explore dynamic vs condenser microphones: how they differ in durability, sensitivity, and power needs—then pick the right mic with confidence in any setup.