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exreality
01-10-2014, 11:33 AM
Hi all, Andrew here

I just got into the podcasting scene, my friend and I have expanded what used to be a rant/review blog into a podcast. So far we are having a lot of fun with it but are looking to improve our craft (and equipment) to entertain our readers/listeners with a good quality product.

Currently we are podcasting by Skyping each other and recording our own feeds on each end (he is in California and I am in Washington) and so far this is working very well. The only sad part is that we're still using webcam mics, which is the first problem I want to fix.

I'm glad to find a place with so much advice available for the novice and experienced podcaster...I can't wait to learn more about the process and implement some positive changes in my own podcast.

Nice to meet you all!

MyTakeRadio
01-10-2014, 11:45 AM
Welcome to the IAIB

andrewzarian
01-10-2014, 12:21 PM
Hey Andrew!

Really happy you found the IAIB. There are amazing experts here willing to help out! Please feel free to ask for advice.

BTW I know many people who have been using skype for their podcast and they may have a better solution for you. (Rather then recording the audio on each side)

exreality
01-10-2014, 12:58 PM
Awesome, although do-able it is quite cumbersome especially when it comes time to transfer the audio file and sync everything up.

sunkast
01-10-2014, 06:26 PM
Welcome to the IAIB.

Dan Ortego
01-10-2014, 07:59 PM
Welcome to the forum from Arizona.

AlBurr
01-10-2014, 09:06 PM
Welcome Andrew...This place is awesome...

PaulSaunders
01-11-2014, 12:58 PM
Welcome to the group!

QuestionNet
05-21-2014, 09:42 AM
Hey there, I was really overwhelmed when I would look around and see what people were suggesting to have for equipment when starting a podcast. But I did my own research and found some great deals, using Craiglist and other resources in my area.

I did find a mixer for 60 dollars with 4 mic inputs which was enough for now. I got 4 mic stands, cords and mics for 100 dollars. Not the best quality but again, enough for now.

We use Skype for our interviews that can't come into the studio and feeding my Skype into my mixer makes it easy to record directly without much extra effort. I would suggest getting a mixer and picking up a few cheap mics off sites like Musicians Friend or Guitar Center. It won't be great, but it will be better than a webcam mic for now.

Once you see some ad revenue come in, tuck away some and in 6 months you upgrade your equipment. Slow and steady wins the race. Good luck, and our podcast welcomes any feedback as well.

MovieBuff
05-21-2014, 04:52 PM
I did find a mixer for 60 dollars with 4 mic inputs which was enough for now. I got 4 mic stands, cords and mics for 100 dollars. Not the best quality but again, enough for now.

We use Skype for our interviews that can't come into the studio and feeding my Skype into my mixer makes it easy to record directly without much extra effort. I would suggest getting a mixer and picking up a few cheap mics off sites like Musicians Friend or Guitar Center. It won't be great, but it will be better than a webcam mic for now.

Once you see some ad revenue come in, tuck away some and in 6 months you upgrade your equipment. Slow and steady wins the race. Good luck, and our podcast welcomes any feedback as well.

Welcome to IAIB! :)
What "mixer for 60 dollars"? Weblink? (coughs) You can include an Amazon affiliate link ;-)
"I got 4 mic stands, cords and mics for 100 dollars." Weblink?

Dan Ortego
05-22-2014, 05:38 AM
Welcome from Arizona!
BTW, I'm too embarrassed to say how much I spent to purchase similar gear.

QuestionNet
05-22-2014, 05:52 AM
Welcome to IAIB! :)
What "mixer for 60 dollars"? Weblink? (coughs) You can include an Amazon affiliate link ;-)
"I got 4 mic stands, cords and mics for 100 dollars." Weblink?

I got a Soundcraft 124, listed most places at about 100-120 but I don't think you can get it new anymore.
The mic package was from Musicians Friend in their package section that included all of that for I believe exactly 100 dollars with free shipping. Basic mics nothing fancy but I am happy with my sound quality. The cords to plug into my mixer cost more. I have a tablet, phone, computer all plugged into my mixer and it handles it like a pro.

I didn't get anything off Amazon, and I got kicked off my Amazon Affiliate program for giving money to charity. Weird email from Amazon.

PaulSaunders
05-22-2014, 06:10 AM
I suggest a minimum of 2 aux sends on a mixer. You will need it for Mix Minus

MovieBuff
05-22-2014, 11:08 AM
Welcome from Arizona!
BTW, I'm too embarrassed to say how much I spent to purchase similar gear.

Don't worry, we're here for you buddy.

MovieBuff
05-22-2014, 11:10 AM
Thanks for the gear info.


I didn't get anything off Amazon, and I got kicked off my Amazon Affiliate program for giving money to charity. Weird email from Amazon.

What happened exactly? Are you banned for a period of time?

QuestionNet
05-22-2014, 12:18 PM
Thanks for the gear info.



What happened exactly? Are you banned for a period of time?


I just got an email that said our relationship with Amazon was being cut off because on my website I mentioned that the money made from Amazon would be donated to charity. Didn't fight it, but it closed my Affiliate account that had a bit of money in it, not enough to be mad about but some.

andrewzarian
05-22-2014, 04:56 PM
Yup if you are party of the amazon affiliate program you have to be very careful not to violate the TOS. I know many people who have had the same thing happen. I suggest reading the TOS over and over again lol

alekhyaochre
10-14-2014, 05:06 AM
Andrew welcome to IAIB,here there are many experts to help you in podcasting/broadcast (http://www.broadcast-technology.com/)ing queries.

Podnutter
10-14-2014, 07:32 AM
Andrew welcome to IAIB,here there are many experts to help you in podcasting/broadcast (http://www.broadcast-technology.com/)ing queries.

ummmm this is weird.. Andrew is the founder of the IAIB. Why are you welcoming him :)