Audio advice needed
- From: Jason Castonguay <jcast@xxxxxxxx>
- To: blindcasting@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
- Date: Tue, 15 Nov 2005 00:13:58 -0500
Hello listers!
I am really wanting to start my own podcast and am looking for advice on
what audio equipment I need. I suppose I can use what I have now
(computer, mic, and headphones), but I'm wanting a bit more of a
professional setup with a mixer and related equipment. I also am
thinking I'll use a computer dedicated to audio production and I am not
sure to go the Windows or Mac route. As far as I know, there is at
least one user on this list using a Mac successfully.
I guess I have quite a number of questions I should be asking and I am
sure answers will spawn more questions, but here are a few for
beginners:
1) Is it easy to produce professional audio with the Mac? I ask
because I am excited to try out the Mac with Voiceover.
2) What mixer would you recommend which is accessible and easy to use?
3) I am not sure what to call it, but I've heard about
filtering/compression when it comes to finalizing the audio.
Should I do that on the software end or use a hardware device?
4) I would like a mic good for talking/singing and another good for
event recording. What mics would you recommend?
I guess that is all I can think of at this point. I appreciate any
feedback that any of you have to offer. In addition to replying to this
e-mail, you also have the option of calling a number I've set up for
you. I'm thinking that it would be very nice to speak with some of you
audio gurus in person rather than correspond via e-mail. Sometimes,
conversation provides for much smoother communication than e-mail. If
you are comfortable with this, feel free to call:
206-888-6695
and leave a message. I will call you back so we can talk in person.
Thank you very much for taking the time to read this somewhat lengthy
message.
Best regards,
--
"Let music echo the thoughts of your soul."
-- Jason Castonguay <jcast@xxxxxxxx>
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