A podcast is only as good as its content. So to make sure your content sounds high-quality and professional, it’s essential to have the right tools to get the job done. Today, we’re going to learn about the best podcast equipment for all purposes and price points.


Podcasting Equipment Tips

1. Budget-Friendly

Podcast equipment doesn’t have to break the bank! That’s why we recommend Blue Microphone’s Snowball model. For $100 even, you can get a stylish, sleek, and streamlined studio-quality microphone. This mic is intuitive, easy to use, and delivers crystal-clear sound quality straight to your desktop. With a USB connection and super simple plug-and-play operation, the Blue Snowball is the only gear you’ll need to get your podcast off the ground. 

2. Beginner’s Basics

If you’re ready to level up your podcast production, here are some of the top tools to invest in. We stand by our previous recommendation: the Blue Snowball is the way to go! But to ratchet up your production value, you’ll also want to consider purchasing a couple of additional pieces: noise-canceling headphones and foam sound squares. 

You may be wondering, are headphones really that important? Surely you can hear what’s going on with, you know, your ears. Well, think again. Rachel Corbett of PodSchool says headphones are the number one tool in a podcaster’s arsenal. Headphones help you monitor sound quality and tone, both of which are crucial to podcasting success. Here are 25 podcaster-approved headphone picks in a range of prices.  And to eliminate reverb and improve acoustics, there’s nothing better than a few good packs of foam sound squares.

3. Bundle Up and Save

Crutchfield’s Solo Recording Package is perfect for the intermediate podcast producer. This bundle comes with a plethora of equipment, including an Audio-Technica USB microphone, professional monitoring headphones, and a K&M adjustable tabletop mic stand, complete with a pop filter. But what makes this package really top-notch is Crutchfield’s tech support and walk-through setup instructions. If you’re looking for a plug-and-play solution, this is it!

4. Two’s a Podcasting Party

When you’re ready for more hands on deck, it might be time to invest in some more equipment. Stick with Crutchfield’s stellar Solo Recording Package, and make it twice as nice with a second set. Then, take it up a notch with another Crutchfield steal: the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 (3rd Gen). This audio interface device makes it a breeze to merge your two microphone audio streams. Plus, it offers plenty of flexibility and gives you room to play around with your settings, inputs, and software effects.

If all this good sound tech sounds good to you, then you’re nearly ready to get your podcast off the ground. And for when you’re ready to launch, Podcast Recipe can help.

Done-For-You Podcast Launching

At Podcast Recipe, we do more than just coach you on your podcast launch. We work alongside you with done-for-you essential podcasting services, from icon graphic design, RSS host set up and publishing, marketing, and launch planning. Together, we’ll make sure that your podcast launch is a HIT.

Reach out today to learn more.