Episodes
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Aug. 3, 2025
Rode Makes Remote Recording A Breeze That Sounds Amazing!
Episode #014 – The Game-Changing ‘Call Me’ Feature for Rodecaster Pro 2 & Duo Are you podcasting with co-hosts or guests located miles away and wish you could sound like you’re in the same room—without breaking the bank? In this episode, Dave Jackson dives into Rode’s newest update: the ‘Call Me’ feature for the Rodecaster Pro 2 and the Rodecaster Duo. Dave shares his hands-on experience with the new feature, how it dramatically improves remote audio quality, and why it might be a game changer...
Nov. 9, 2023
Struggling with Video Editing? Can the Elgato Prompter Help You Speak with Confidence? (Repost)
In the past, using a teleprompter typically meant using your phone or tablet as part of the process. You would have software on your device that would show the text into the teleprompter that you would then read. It's not a bad option, but many times, you need to use your device, and now it's tied up with the teleprompter. Not anymore. Ever wondered how some podcasters make video production look so effortless? I've found a new tool that might just be their secret - the Elgato Prompter. This ing...
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Sept. 2, 2023
The Ultimate Solution for On-the-Road Podcasting: Shure MVX2u and the Shure SM7B
Welcome back to Best Podcasting Gear, the show where we help you sound like a million bucks without spending a million bucks. I'm your host, Dave Jackson, from the School of Podcasting.com. Disclosure: Links may include affiliate links, which I will earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. In today's episode, we will talk about the Shure MVX2u, a game-changing solution for podcasters who want to take their Shure SM7B microphone on the road. You know, we've all had that moment whe...
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June 20, 2023
The Rodecaster Duo and The Rode Podmic USB
Rode has really embraced podcasters and before you go buying, the new Rode Podmic might save you hundreds of dollars.
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Oct. 11, 2022
DJI Mic VS $40 Lav Which One Sounds Better (You Might Be Surprised)
I'm doing more interviews in person and on the go, so I looked at the Rode Wireless Go, but it seemed you always needed your phone or computer to adjust the settings. Then I heard about the DJI Mic, and watched a few videos, and I was hooked. Overview Video DJI Mic Wireless Transmission System Features:250m wireless transmission range Compact build makes for an easy travel solution and keeps recording sessions portable Dual-channel recording system featuring 2 omnidirectional transmitters; p...
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Nov. 21, 2020
The Zoom Podtrak P4
The Swiss Army Knife of Podcasting The Zoom Podtrack P4 enables you to record four separate tracks (along with a stereo mix) You have four XLR inputs A USB input A TRRS Cable (Optional) Blue Tooth. So you can have two people in one room, one person on Zoom, and another on your phone and everyone can hear everyone. You get separate tracks, and a stereo mix. Oh yeah, want to play some sound effects? You have four jingle buttons MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE The Zoom Podtrack P4
Dec. 2, 2018
Rode Rodecaster Pro Integrated Podcast Production Studio Preview
The Rode Rodecaster Pro could THE piece of gear for 2019. I\'m here to tell you everybody is scrambling it replaces so many pieces of equipment into one. It is a mixer, a recorder, a jingle palet, a channel strip, and it connects with your phone. You can record up to four microphones and your phone. The phone has built-in mix minus (so the person on the phone won\'t have weird echo issue The 4 high-quality microphone channels are able to power both dynamic and condenser microphones. You can q...
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Nov. 22, 2016
Best Podcasting Microphone in the $300 Range
Today we look at three microphones Microphone 1: The Audio Technica BP40 Microphone 2: The Heil PR40 Microphone 3: The Electrovoice RE320 I use the RE320 Want to go shopping go to www.bestpodcastinggear.com/sweetwater
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Oct. 21, 2016
Best Places to Shop For Podcast Gear
While everybody uses Amazon, and (if you\'ve paid $140+ for Prime) you get free shipping, my favorite place for gear is Sweetwater. Why Sweetwater?? Free Shipping In many cases they add an additional year of Warranty to the gear. They put candy in the box. Their customer service is phenomenal (you can call them with questions). If you can\'t find something on Sweetwater, B&H Photo is another great place to shop for gear (if you\'re in New York City, I hear the physical store is (especially...
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Oct. 21, 2016
Best Places to Shop For Podcast Gear
While everybody uses Amazon, and (if you\'ve paid $140+ for Prime) you get free shipping, my favorite place for gear is Sweetwater. Why Sweetwater?? Free Shipping In many cases they add an additional year of Warranty to the gear. They put candy in the box. Their customer service is phenomenal (you can call them with questions). If you can\'t find something on Sweetwater, B&H Photo is another great place to shop for gear (if you\'re in New York City, I hear the physical store is (especially...