Podcasting

American Musical Supply is excited to be your stop for Podcast Gear – that includes audio interfaces, microphones, portable digital recorders, accessories, and all-in-one Podcasting Bundles! We offer True 0% interest payment plans - applying is easy. Use your own debit or credit card, enjoy fast and free shipping, and add podcast equipment to your creative setup.

We make buying gear for your podcasting setup quick and easy - in-stock items that are ordered before 5PM will ship out the same day! (see our Shipping Information Page for more details) Do you have questions about Podcast equipment and want to know which items would be best for you? Give us a call at 800-319-9043 - our experts are standing by.

Creating a podcast starts with a topic that you’re passionate about, one that you’ve researched and studied thoroughly. After that, it’s all up to you! Decide on how many people will be involved in your podcast, write scripts and practice your material, set up a regular schedule for releasing content, interview guests, and find a platform to host your episodes – the sky is the limit.

Now that you’re aiming to get your podcast off the ground, American Musical Supply is here to help you get all of the gear you’ll need to create a high-quality production. The most common way to record and produce a podcast requires you to have a desktop or laptop computer and a digital audio workstation (DAW) software platform. The DAW is where all of your content will be recorded and saved, allowing you change levels, add effects, and edit specific sections to your liking. If you prefer to leave the computer out of the main recording process and go completely mobile, you can use a portable digital recorder – they include a built-in microphone, and many have additional inputs for external microphones as well. With one of these you won’t have to haul around quite as much equipment and you’ll still be able to transfer audio to a computer over USB for later editing.

What else do you need to record a podcast? When it comes to capturing the highest-quality audio, it all starts with the microphone. What are the best microphones for podcasting? It all depends on a number of important factors. If you’re rolling solo and are looking for the most simple, straightforward, price-friendly way to record audio, a USB microphone may be the best option for you. Simply plug into one of your computer’s USB ports, open your recording software, select the microphone as your source from the proper menu, and you’re ready to go! Most of these models also include a version of recording software that is ready to use right out of the box. The ‘Yeti’ from Blue Microphones and the ‘Podcaster’ from Rode are two very popular mics in this category. You should know that this type of digital microphone utilizes your computer’s internal soundcard for processing power and is meant to be used primarily in a one-person operation. If you’re going to be tracking multiple individuals separately and simultaneously (with multiple microphones) and want to incorporate additional production elements such as live music and effects, there are other options and you’ll definitely want to read on.

Two or more channels for two or more people means you’ll need an audio interface. An audio interface is the signal bridge between standard microphones (with XLR connections), instruments (most commonly with 1/4-inch connections), or digital audio devices (with MIDI connections) and your computer. Think of it as a beefed-up soundcard with extra power that helps lessen the load of your computer’s processor while opening up the possibilities for extra production elements. American Musical Supply is home to best interfaces in the industry - we carry portable desktop models that are more geared towards a ‘go anywhere’ mobile setup, as well as larger rackmount interfaces with more channels that can serve as the foundation of a full-fledged dedicated recording space.

If you’re looking for an all-inclusive box packed with everything you need, be sure to look into our selection of Podcasting Bundles. They include the interface, one or more popular microphones, a pair of headphones, all of the necessary cables, and other accessories. If you’re aiming for more of a multi-purpose recording setup that covers podcasting but can double as a traditional music recording setup, we make it easy to create your own customized rig – ‘ala carte’ style. Are you thinking of going with professional powerhouse interface that can handle the biggest production workloads? Be sure to check out the ‘Apollo’ line from Universal Audio – they are highly respected in the audio engineering and production communities. The ‘Scarlett’ models from Focusrite and the ‘Studio’ series from PreSonus are also very popular and are used by numerous creators as well. Are you going to be recording to an iPhone or iPad? If so, you’re going to need an interface that is compatible with iOS (the software that runs those devices) - so be sure to check out the Apogee lineup of Apple-centric interfaces. iPhone and iPad users can use ‘Garageband’ or can download a DAW specifically from the App Store. There are numerous apps out there, so be sure to look and see which will work best with the interfaces mentioned above.

If you’re looking for versatile, professional microphones that tackle podcasts at the highest level and can be applied to general audio recording, we’ll kick off the discussion by pointing out two of the most popular mics in the business - the Electro-Voice RE20 Dynamic Microphone and the Shure SM7B Dynamic Microphone. These mics are commonly used for all sorts of live broadcast and podcast applications, and you’ve no doubt seen them in action when watching your favorite YouTubers, livestreamers, and talk show hosts. The MXL BCD-1 Large Diaphragm Dynamic Microphone and Rode Procaster Dynamic Microphone are also used by many broadcast organizations and individuals, offering professional sound while remaining a bit more price-friendly.

The audio portion has been covered, so what would it take to incorporate video into the mix? Well, AMS has exactly what you are looking for! We’re stocked with video recording equipment from Zoom, RODE, Roland, and other top brands. Show off the personality of your customized home studio space or take your podcast on the road to different locations! The popular Zoom Q2n-4K and Zoom Q8n-4K video recorders are just a few of the popular models we carry that can capture vibrant 4K and HD imagery and add a wonderful visual component to your podcasts – they work great for livestreaming and with fully-edited studio-style productions. These tools include a USB port for interfacing with a computer or device, an HDMI port to connect with displays, and a variety of audio inputs/outputs for headphones, microphones, and external devices.

Lastly, AMS has all of the accessories you’ll need to get the most of podcasting setup, everything from microphone cables, instrument cables, microphone stands and laptop stands, to studio furniture, acoustic treatment, and carrying cases. Another important tool for your setup is a pop filter, which softens plosives (hard consonants that come most commonly from hard ‘p’, ‘t’, and ‘k’ words) so they don’t pop out of the texture and create peaks in the signal.