The Best Podcast Gear Setup For Any Budget

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We celebrate hitting 500,000 downloads for Buzzcast and discuss the most effective podcasting gear setups for different needs, from beginners to professionals.

Check out Alban's Podcast Equipment Guide!
Mentioned in this episode:

Microphones

• Samson Q2U (USB/XLR dynamic mic)
• Shure SM7B (dynamic mic)
• Shure MV7+ (upgraded USB-C/XLR dynamic mic)
• Zoom ZDM‑1 (dynamic mic)
• Earthworks Ethos (condenser mic)
• SE Dynacaster DCM8 (dynamic mic)

Audio Interfaces & Mixers

• RODECaster Duo
• RODECaster Pro 2
• Focusrite Scarlett 2i2
• Vocaster
• Zoom PodTrack P8
• Zoom LikeTrak L-12

Boom Arms

• Elgato Wave Mic Arm LP
• Elgato Wave Mic Arm Pro
• OC White ProBoom Ultima

Headphones

• OneOdio A71
• Apple EarPods (wired)

In our next big episode, we'll be covering podcast cover art and want to hear from you what artwork you think really stands out! Feel free to send your tips or hot takes when it comes to creating cover art for your podcast, as well!

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Chapters

1. Achievement Unlocked: 500K Downloads (00:00:00)

2. Magic Mastering: Power Clean Before & After Clip (00:04:25)

3. Podcast Equipment Guide After 500 Episodes (00:06:45)

4. Why Podcasting Gear Matters (00:07:08)

5. Breaking Down Equipment Fundamentals (00:14:55)

6. Listener Podcasting Gear Recommendations (00:32:16)

7. Our Personal Setups and Recommendations (00:36:32)

8. Remote vs In-Person Recording Solutions (00:44:58)

9. Microphones for Podcasting On-the-Go (00:47:27)

10. Final Thoughts on Podcasting Recommendations (00:51:35)

11. Post Show: High Stakes Uno (00:55:14)