Podcast Microphones

Podcasting has become massively popular in recent years. Not to mention, recording equipment and microphones are more accessible than ever. With that said, there are so many different options out there that it can be hard to know where to start.

When choosing a podcast microphone, the first thing to consider is what kind of equipment you will be recording to. If you are using a computer to record, you will generally need an audio interface to plug your podcast microphone into. You can also record to portable recorders and systems designed for podcasting like the Rodecaster Pro.

In almost all these applications, you want a microphone that connects over XLR. Thankfully, that’s the connection most podcast microphones feature. Dynamic and Condenser microphones can both do the job, but most microphones used for podcasting will be dynamic. This is because the capsule is less sensitive to surrounding noise when you speak or sing. You want your voice to be as clear as possible, so minimizing any room noise on your recording is vital.

There are also USB microphones that connect directly to the computer. This removes the need to buy a separate audio interface. However, this is only ideal when recording one microphone at a time. If, for example, you were to interview two guests on your podcast, you would want an audio interface that can connect three XLR microphones at once.