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entr0py Encore - HowTo participate
Small Audio Setup
Good audio quality is everything in podcasting, so a good audio setup is needed for it.
Audio Interface
A USB audio interface that works for your OS is enough. It should at least have 1 XLR input and 1 Headphone output. It should also provide 48V phantom power. I recommend this one Presonus AudioBox USB 96, it can be used on all major OS.
Microphone
A good microphone is the heart of the small audio setup. For podcasting a large diaphragm microphone with an cardioid pattern should be used. I can recommend two different ones:
Microphone Accessories
A microphone needs accessories. First of all we need a shock mount, so that the microphone is less susceptible for vibrations of your table etc… Buy also the correct shock mount for your microphone.
- For the Audio Technica AT2020: Audio Technica AT8458
- For the Rode Procaster: Rode PSM1
Secondly you need an microphone stand. Stands come in all different sizes and variants. I would personally go with an table stand or a table mounted arm like the Rode PSA1.
A pop filter or wind shield is not a necessity, but a nice to have.
You need an XLR cable. Buy a good quality one and it shouldn't be too short.
Headphones
You need headphones. Without headphones, I will not let you participate. Anything is good here. If you want to buy new ones, I can recommend you the following: Audio Technica ATH-M50X