Please Don’t Ever Use Your Computers Built-in Microphone for Recording Podcasts

Whether you’re a podcast guest or host, I recommend NEVER using your computers built-in microphone. It’s the worst possible option because it captures TERRIBLE sounding audio quality. It’s truly rubbish.

I realize some folks don’t care about sounding good, but those people are idiots. It’s been scientifically proven that good sound subconsciously results in the listeners liking you more and respecting you more. Plus it’s a whole lot easier to listen to.

Here are simple, good alternatives:

• Use earbuds that have a mic on the cable. (Still not the best, but WAY better than your computers built-in mic)
• Use a USB microphone. (Around $150 will get you a good microphone with stand and windscreen)
• Use an XLR microphone and an audio interface. (This is a more advanced setup and not necessary for the average solo podcaster or podcast guest)

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