If you're thinking of upgrading your podcasting audio or recording equipment, then Stephen Robles' studio tour is an essential listen!
Stephen Robles is a video and podcast creator, as well as the video and podcast producer at Riverside.fm. He's also the host and creator of the Primary Technology podcast. In this episode, Stephen reveals his advanced podcasting tech stack, covering various microphones, audio interfaces, and cameras, alongside useful tips for aspiring podcasters. He also explains why you shouldn’t spend thousands of dollars on microphones and cameras, and what might be a better investment if you’re just starting.
If you're an aspiring podcaster looking to optimize your equipment, you will surely benefit from Stephen’s meticulously curated microphone selection, audio interface preferences, and camera setup.
IN THIS EPISODE WE COVER:
- 00:00 Intro
- 02:52 Stephen’s advanced podcasting tech stack: meticulously curated microphone selection, audio interface preferences, and camera setup
- 09:55 How to start on a $60-$70 budget and what to prioritize
- 12:46 How a smartphone can simplify the recording process without the need for expensive camera equipment.
- 19:14 Two important factors that can make podcasting a better experience for both creators and listeners - monetization and listener engagement
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LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
- Visit the Riverside.fm website and start creating your podcast.
- Follow Stephen on socials:
https://www.instagram.com/stephenrobles/
https://twitter.com/stephenrobles
https://www.youtube.com/@beardfm
https://www.threads.net/@stephenrobles
https://mastodon.social/@stephenrobles
https://primarytech.fm/
- Recommended Hardware:
* Mac Studio Display
* Rodecaster Pro 2 - https://amzn.to/47QemZL
* Earthworks Ethos Microphone - https://amzn.to/48c72Id
* Sennheiser MKH 416 Shotgun microphone used for video content production - https://amzn.to/3UFVdXl
* Sony a74 with Sigma 35mm F1.4 lens: Camera - https://amzn.to/3SXDWYt; Lens - https://amzn.to/3UGIaFb
* Sony a6400 with Sigma 24-70 lens - https://amzn.to/3HZP0hz
* Blackmagic ATEM Mini Pro - https://amzn.to/4bwMcpP
* Stream Deck - https://amzn.to/3I13XjC
* MixPre 3 - https://amzn.to/3wbLSwi
* Shure Beta 87 A Microphone - https://amzn.to/42MvJtx
- Recommended Software:
* Riverside.fm - http://www.riverside.fm/?via=mathew.
* Supercast -https://pmanetwork.supercast.com/sign_up/r/2253e6c6dce58b8837e6
* Continuity Camera
* Final Cut Pro
* Circle
* Patreon
- Stephen’s podcast recommendations:
* Omnibus podcast
* Creator Science podcast
* Smartless podcast
* Decoder podcast
PODCASTING TECH IS POWERED BY:
* Podpage - https://www.podpage.com/?via=mathew%C2%A0
* CastMagic - https://get.castmagic.io/chfr5njnu3lx
* Riverside - http://www.riverside.fm/?via=mathew
* Captivate - https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=mathewpassy
EQUIPMENT IN USE:
* Rodecaster Pro 1st (No longer available, consider the Rodecaster Duo - https://amzn.to/4b8jT0u or Rodecaster Pro II - https://amzn.to/47QemZL)
* EV RE20 with 309a Shockmount - https://amzn.to/3SbmZrZ
* Rode PSA1+ - https://amzn.to/3u4JMO7
* Logitech Brio 4k - https://amzn.to/3SvPtOI
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