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Entries from May 2007

Stay Close to Your Microphone

May 15th, 2007 · No Comments

Many beginners have a problem with speaking into the microphone. Your levels drop off exponentially as you increase the distance from the microphone to your mouth.
Get close to the microphone and use your normal voice level. You’ll want to monitor your levels via your headphones.
This is the easiest way to increase your recording quality.

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Find a good location to record your Podcast

May 14th, 2007 · No Comments

Finding a good location to record your podcast can be a hassle. Or… not…
You can record your podcast in almost any location, including your spare bedroom, dining room, closet, or even in your car.  Automobiles offer a nice acoustical location, but it’s not the most convenient location for most.
Here is a link to a good [...]

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Which Microphone for my Podcast?

May 11th, 2007 · No Comments

A. Ok, I know I just said, “It’s the message, stupid”. But you do need to produce your show, so you will need some hardware. The products I mention in my tips are products I use, have used, or know are good products. Also, the products are not high-end products. The products are hardware items [...]

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“It’s the Message Stupid”

May 10th, 2007 · No Comments

Remember the Democrat’s ‘92 campaign motto, “It’s the economy stupid”. Well, with podcasting “It’s the message Stupid!”. Don’t forget it. Your listeners could care less what microphone or mixer you use. Your listeners are subscribed to your podcast for the message, not your hardware review. Stay focused on your message. Your listeners are expecting to [...]

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Listen to other Podcasts

May 9th, 2007 · No Comments

If you are totally new to podcasting you will want to listen to a variety of podcasts. By listening to other podcasts you will hear how other podcasters produce their podcast. With almost 100,000 podcasts online,  pick a few of the better ones.
The easiest way of finding new podcasts is browsing the podcasts at the [...]

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