What Gear/Equipment I Use For Podcasting

It took me ages to figure out the best gear for podcasting. Now I’ve found it I wouldn’t recommend anything else.

There are cheaper options out there — as well as infinitely more expensive options — but this particular set-up hasn’t let me down in over 200+ episodes.

My full setup includes:

• Zoom H6 Recorder (x1)

• Shure SM58 Microphones (x4)

• XLR cables (x4)

• This rechargeable battery pack

• A USB cable to connect the recorder to my laptop for remote podcasts

• These headphones to check the sound and editing

• This SD card

• And a cheap but effective microphone stand (x4)
  

For soundproofing I use some foam squares on the ceiling with 6mm thick cork rolls stuck on the wall via adhesive spray — but a duvet thrown over a clothes horse works just as well (as do egg boxes stuck on the wall!).

The setup is practically bomb-proof and can be comfortably carried in a small bag. I personally have taken it in my hand luggage 10+ times to NYC, Germany and beyond.

That’s it!

Good luck, and happy podcasting!

— Matt

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