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October 19, 2023
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Giving advice to anyone is usually very annoying because, for some reason, people don’t follow other people’s advice – EVEN WHEN THEY ASK FOR IT!
Usually people who want to start a podcast don’t know anything about microphones, interfaces, software, etc. and they almost always want to spend AS LITTLE MONEY AS POSSIBLE. When I’m asked to suggest really cheap gear and/or free services, etc., I always feel so hesitant.
In general, when you spend good money on gear, it works well and it’s easy to use – and that’s why it’s not cheap. On the other hand, in general, when you use cheap gear it’s easier to screw up the sound quality, and it may not be as easy/enjoyable to use.
Going the cheap route is usually more difficult.
Also…
For people who want to look really nice and sleek on camera with an “invisible” microphone and no headphones, etc., please understand, at minimum, good audio requires a decent mic used properly in a decent space.
Let me ask you – what is your experience with giving podcasting audio advice to other individuals?
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Often, people are not actually looking for advice, they are looking for confirmation of what they have already decided.
Secondly, if a mic is listed as ‘professional’ and is under $50, it’s for the wrong kind of profession.
If you want something to look like magic happens, it costs a lot and is loads of difficulty.
If you want cheap and easy and you want it now, then listen to the advice.
If you want cheap and ‘looks good’ go to a toy store and buy something with Barbie or Ken on it.
This. All day long, this.
I can’t tell you how many times someone has asked for advice and then can’t answer a few clarifying questions like
* How many people?
* Where are you recording?
* What do you already have?
* What’s your budget?
I don’t know how to give a valid recommendation if I don’t know the starting point and the goal.