Best CHEAP Podcast Setup for Beginners (Everything You Need to Start!)

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1️⃣ Tripod with Phone Mount
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2️⃣ USB Fifine Condenser Mic
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3️⃣ USB to Lightning iPhone Adapter
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4️⃣ Samson Q2U USB/XLR Dynamic Microphone
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5️⃣ MOUNTDOG Softbox Lighting Kit
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[@karrielenora]

Yes. Save your money. I bought all kinds of stuff listening to others. All I needed was my phone and a ring light kit. I bought mics, sound cards, a camcorder and whatever else these videos say. I like this video because it kept it simple. A mic, a phone, and decent lighting. That's it! Why didn't I find this video sooner?

[@QualityDiscoursePod]

can you use the mic with your phone on zoom calls?

[@LinasDreamyDiaries]

@@QualityDiscoursePod yes you can

[@jadegillispie2385]

Thank you for this info. I’m going to get started this year! ❤

[@seanimal_555]

I use my nokia 4210 as microphone. is that okay?

[@RevivalHairOutreach]

Can u recommend a mic?

[@nolanmolt]

I love how you shot this on a phone and it still looked REALLY good! Shows that you don't need the best cameras for getting started on KZbin!

[@Derek_Derp]

Been wanting to start Aswel, but still struggling cause my iPhone 6 doesn’t shoot in 4K and it’s low on space

[@jamesowings1934]

​@@Derek_DerpiPhone 6?!?!?! In 2023 :0

[@ElesiaB]

“You gotta just press record.” Today this was really all I needed to hear. Although I watched the entire video, today, that’s all I needed. Thank you. -Elesia.

[@bmxcommentator]

I watched this video 8 months ago, and started a podcast with a Samson 2QU mic, laptop and a free Streamyard account. Total investment was under £100. I now have a podcast on Spotify, Amazon, KZbin and Apple Podcasts with 22 episodes recorded and uploaded, an audience in 51 countries worldwide and a guest list that includes an Olympic gold medallist. My numbers aren't huge, but my audience is very engaged. I've tried to be super consistent with my uploads (2 per month) and the feedback has been incredibly positive so far. Starting a podcast was one of my best decisions ever, so if you're even thinking about it...stop thinking and do it. You'll have a load of fun, learn some new skills and meet some new people along the way. As the saying goes...'You just gotta hit record!' Get it done folks, you won't regret it!

[@ThreeTwentyTech]

Video podcast only needs 2 things. Phone camera and a microphone. If you have these 2 things, you've got no excuses!

[@dappledaisykiara]

Which mic works for you and which phone?

[@ThreeTwentyTech]

@@dappledaisykiara I have an iPhone 12 pro and a rode videomic. Really cheap with surprisingly good results

[@Mythougtsexactly]

Any application to record? I am looking to start a video podcast with people I will invite online

[@niaag537]

What mic for a XS max?

[@Mythougtsexactly]

@@niaag537 any mic would do with active noise cancellation really. I purchased so Chinese Mix for my iPhone XS named K8 Lavalier microphone. It’s really good and very cost efficient

[@MartyGrace]

Bro this was the best most simple explainer video I’ve seen. Thank you for being simple and showing us how confident we can do this on a budget God bless.

[@nicolegilchrist3180]

I know there is a lot of content available for podcast beginners. HOWEVER this by far was the best for ME. Thank you

[@MelissaKoch-lu7he]

I am new to this and in my early 40s. I always have these amazing talks with my friends and thought about starting a podcast. Thank you so much for the tips that you have posted. I hope to get mine out and airdrop soon.

[@ThinkMediaTV]

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[@karinaalbarran5121]

What if I want to use more than 1 microphone? What should I do?

[@gloriay99]

Thank you for this. Very helpful!! I don't know how to edit video/audio. Are there services where you can send your footage and for them to clean it up, etc. Not at exuberant prices of course :)

[@u2bcr8tr]

I like the setup, nice and simple. But if the mic is plugged into the iPhones only charging port. How would I keep my phone charged or charging during longer (2-3 hr) podcast recordings? Thank you

[@lizroland4435]

I am thinking of starting a podcast, but at 77 years old and on social security the equipment would be a problem. Thank you for your podcast. because I can afford to get these things and get started.❤

[@princesskayla]

I would love to know what you’re planning to talk about in your podcast… I’m intrigued ❤

[@GoWrightReviews]

I agree! You really don’t need a lot to start at all! If the content is good, the views will continue to flow in. The equipment are just peripherals and we gotta start somewhere 🤙🏾🤙🏾🤙🏾

[@shynessbreakthroughcommuni826]

What a great starter kit! For mics, we prefer a better sound - that Samson Q2U has been working well for us

[@youngblackandwealthy]

Thanks!

[@ThinkMediaTV]

Thank you! ❤️ We appreciate you so much!

[@oupangcobo]

This is the best set up ive ever seen thanks my king. I'm watching all the way from Soweto in south africa

[@virusmaker506]

This 5min video just taught me so much!! I really appreciate it. I’ve been thinking about this a lot recently just as a way to communicate with others but was a little intimidated before.

[@LADYDIVAful]

Thanks for sharing, you gave me the confidence to GO! Can I use my iPad instead of my iPhone?

[@theluschmasterinc]

A ring light is also a good investment if your budget is pretty low but you still want to have a 'balance of light' in your videos! 💙✨

[@tasssmoe]

Amazing video!! 🎉 keep up the great work Omar!!

[@stmike504]

Awesome sauce!! Thanks for the content!

[@CreateWithDre]

As always, great hook/intro and appreciate the candor exuded. Hopefully this inspires many to get past those mental blockers to creating, and keep creating yourself my friend. Great job!

[@tomfreem]

Video recording - set up; Thanks for simple explanation and showing what where we can buy - microphone, lighting

[@AMDpc067]

This is THE BEST beginner podcast tutorial on the internet.

[@StacyK-Kidney-Cancer-Warrior]

Im so glad I found this vidoe! Iv been wanting to start vlogging about my journey with advanced stage 4 kidney cancer but just was so overwhelmed with it all! Not just the electronics side of it but getting in front of a vidoe camera when ur whole self has been drastically changed by cancer... Atleast for me as a female it's alot. My dad told me a ridiculous amount of time that I should go live and share my journey, my life, how it is living when they say I'm dying and every thing iv gone threw since 2021...yeah I been living with this diagnosis since April of 2021....crazy I know. 32 months of chemo and immunotherapy plus losing my ability to walk in 2022... So I'll also be streaming from a power chair... I knew I needed to have myself in a better place mentally and emotionally before starting. I'll always be exhausted so I just have to do it. I just didn't know what all I needed to start. I kept telling my dad I will whwn I'm ready. He passed away last year ans I'm so angry I didn't start whwn he was here.. But it showed me I just have to do it and get it done. I'm about to move into my new apartment and after getting settled in my vlogging will start. Sooooo nervous tho!

[@ChristopherMcGinley-u3q]

Very brave of u to share your story I hope ur treatment is going well for you.. sorry to read about ur dad.. get going with ur vlogging u will inspire someone in need of inspiration who may be going through something similar.. I send u my best wishes and hope u have a great relationship with God and Jesus 😇

[@remifaith1754]

Thank you soo much, this video was so clear and precise on the information I needed about podcasting startup equipment.

[@altalkspodcast8221]

Yeah I agree with this a basic set up at the start is good and once you learn how to use it save up and get better equipment. I started off with a 30 euro USB mic and 40 euro webcam and used the editing software on my computer.

[@Queencnlb]

Wow, you are awesome. Thank you.

[@drrob1124]

True...video sound and lighting is great.

[@NursesToRiches]

The quality and information provided on your videos is helping be grow. Slowly but surely!

[@SubhashJhaVlogs]

I am making youTube videos just with my iPhone, nothing else. You just need to believe on yourself that you can create good content. Best of luck 🤞

[@DrColg8]

Having an audio command center is really nice and there are good kits out there like the Squarock M1 commander with 2 surprisingly great mics, desk mount booms, and the commander M1. Like a video deck /switcher, the M1 is an audio controller that has effects, sound effects and can easily bring in external zoom callers "through the board" by connection your phone or another laptops via audio out (headphone jack) if you were hosting a multicaller zoom call. Having a video switcher like the streamdeck gives you push button camera control to change scenes on the fly (pip, lower 3rd, graphics/b-roll, etc) at the push of a button. You can use the free streamdeck software instead of the deck (hardware) and do the same thing with a phone or tablet on the network. Upgraded versions of the above allow for isolated capture of all feeds as individual stream (A/V files) for more post production flexibility. If your going to do it and can swing $500-$600, may as well do it right. Your investment may even help you commit to your project.

[@jaecuzaPriv]

I NEED to know: If your starting a group podcast WHERE do you connect the mics too? if you have multiple mics and one camera???

[@DotB33]

An audio interface should help like a focusrite or behringer

[@emmankepahproductions48]

I have been waiting for years to start a podcast cos i thought alot comes in to it. waoo, look at this. THANK YOU

[@DonStephon]

Lighting is on point and clean environment. Best use of your gear 👍🏾

[@rosamgarcia5440]

YESSHEWENTTHERE!!... IM SO HYPE TO LEARN ALL OF THIS

[@palffypatrik7625]

What do you recommend for a 2 person podcast? We have an Iphone 14 pro, an Ipad pro, and I can decide what could be the best microphone set up.

[@JenniferWilliams-r2s]

Thank you for making it simple and for the links. ❤

[@marinagriffin237]

This video help so much. I have all this equipment already but got discouraged in the setup because I couldn’t figure out how to save or even find the audio. Thank you so much

[@shifufuu]

Watching this on my semi-broken nokia smartphone. What a treat!

[@CohenThompson]

Great video! Next y’all should do a budget 4 person podcast setup!

[@ziggymilla001]

thank you

[@krisballard541]

Thanks for your advice.

[@classicceramiccoating]

Great simple video, really appreciate this

[@MYZTICTRAVLER]

Great, easy, concise video covering the basics. I already have more upscale equipment from working in the audio/video media formats. Plus a background in multimedia graphics design. I am ready to green light my podcast adventure. Thanks!

[@MYZTICTRAVLER]

Update: Since watching this and being inspired I now have my own podcast up and running!!👍😀👍

[@Ispeakfactz]

Update mate

[@rusty.nesvig]

Wow this video is loaded with knowledge bombs. Every time I “KZbin search” technical topics, you guys have something good. Solid content you guys 🤙🏽

[@debwright3190]

😂😂Wow! Man, thank you so much for the information, it is very helpful. My first successful podcast will be dedicated to you. Thank you!🥰🥰

[@glowwithgillian]

Can believe you recorded that on iPhone 11 thanks really awesome video

[@1paulgood]

What do you do about video storage on an iPhone? Can you connect external storage and a usb mic at the same time?

[@itsgudda21]

confidence risen

[@arvee.abanes]

Wow! I didn't know the difference about a condenser mic and a podcast mic. 🎙️ Love your content!

[@ayyeitsjustiin]

Have you tried to connect multiple mics to the iPhone?

[@Michaelbenzvi]

Love think media , the best for my opinion

[@kmtrey]

Do they have adapters for more than one mic that plugs into the phone?

[@Tagetizikk]

simple and straight to the point

[@villainsarentborntheyremade]

Great synopsis. Keep up the great work.

[@SunnyDaysRFun]

It would have been nice to explain how you hook up camera and sound to your computer and then what's the software the drives it and then how do you live stream it on youtube?

[@ginastyles9776]

What about a 2 person podcast ?

[@Neelamkaur]

love your audio in this video too!

[@herby7519]

I’m so glad I found this! I was so frustrated trying to get the best equipment when all I need these

[@ThePodghostPodcast]

GREAT VIDEO BROTHER

[@sunnymenta1197]

Thanks man this is exactly what i needed 👍

[@falsedigits]

Yes I love luma fusion!

[@legacy6519]

What options are there if you want to do a commentary with 4 peeps? Are there options for smaller mics so each one of the guest can have?

[@mungpi8412]

Can we use lighting adapter with 2 port for usb or is it work for recording with phone?

[@joemathewson4198]

I want to start making video podcasts. I’d be using my iPhone to record the videos. Obviously that would take up quite a bit of space. What would be the best way to save the videos without killing my phones storage?? Sorry if I sound like an idiot. I’m a newbie here. Thanks.

[@gavinonsticks]

Would it be ok if you use a mic for two people in the room? Or can you hook up 2 mics to make it sound better?

[@TheLegacyPodcastVids]

hi I really hope you could answer quickly to my question before I buy anything, my question is can I plug in two of the usb fifine mics onto my phone adapter and use it at the same time on my phone?

[@emmanuelmalone]

This video got my podcast started . I appreciate you fam 💪🏾

[@justgotbetter3513]

What's the name of your podcast, a link would be great

[@starman9458]

I have a Presonus 26 interface with my Mac M1 Mini. I also use a Audiotechnica Cardioid 2020 mic and I’m a beginner into podcasts.

[@CreativeThinking52]

Very helpful. Thank you so much for sharing. Have a wonderful weekend. 🤑🤟

[@sandramlewin1091]

Thanks for great video. My iPhone and camera turn off after 20min of filming. Any tips on making sure it stays on for the whole time?

[@b.r.i.a_b]

Thank you so much just bought them straight through the link.

[@keithdavidson4723]

Really helpful video. Many thanks from Northern Ireland ☘️🙏🏻

[@Areeves1234]

To use the same set up, but with two people, is it as easy as buying a second mic? Or do I need some sort of adapter for the Mics to both work at the same time with an iPhone or iPad?

[@imdirtydan1212]

I’m late to this video but it’s amazing and it’s gonna help me.

[@francisataiza2570]

Hey! just came aross this video, super awesome and super helpful. I wanted to do like an interview type setup. I having a hard time with the setup for the USB mics only picking up one of the two people talking. For the Samsun Q2U how would I go about that? do we go XLR? if there is a video I could watch from you folks would be awesome! Thanks so much!

[@keeks8531]

So helpful!!!!! ❤

[@mikellandrum6673]

If im wanting to do like a interview type of podcast could u get a splitter and run 2 mics on a phone

[@aperson1181]

Could you recommend an audio/mic "splitter" that allows two(2) people to make zoom calls from one(1) PC at the same time?

[@daybydaymedia747]

you might want a virtual audio cable and a multiple usb port.

[@dlaneharris3989]

How do I add more mics also how would I go about doing a podcast with someone on a video call

[@NAIL_BY_ROXII]

This help me alot cause I'm looking to start a podcast

[@itisdarren19]

is this setup for a solo podcast? what if you want to do a conversation piece with multiple mics, do you you need a mixer? if so which one do you recommend?

[@speedpigeonproductions]

Lol we have the same question

[@roodieroo]

Any luck finding a solution?

[@FelixMV2]

I’m 10 months late but I recommend the rode mixer super easy to use also you can record with your iPhone camera and put the audio together from the mixer

[@lorenzbeaumacc1175]

@@FelixMV2 do you have any link where to find it?. And what type of mics can we use of we have multiple guests on the podcast?

[@GamingGioPlays]

Its for solo

[@levelupwithsmitdaredia]

brother you are amazing. thanks for sharing this

[@mister_topnotch]

great video

[@the.kai.eros.experience]

Would the condenser mic work for an interview? Or would you recommend a different microphone for two people sitting next to each other? Thank you!

[@zuziaboguslawska5739]

Sooo useful! Finally someone explaining the setup from scratch

[@frankmckinley1254]

Thanks for the post.🤗

[@sandeeptomarvlogs3949]

Which lens should use for this kind of video

[@Knowledgedad]

How do you edit these videos ? How do you put audio running while running a different video ? For example let’s say I’m talking while recording screen ?

[@RobLopez-dj2mj]

WOW!!! You’ve got a new subscriber here. Would you recommend two (2) mics for one-on-one interviews?

[@ricmusiclouis]

How do you get your finished video podcast out to the various platforms?

[@joshuawt5091]

Love how precise to the Point he is without being to Techie!!! Efficiently informing me of all my options & recourses definitely Subscribing & liking all his Content🔥🙏🏾🔥🙏🏾🔥🙏🏾🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🍾🍾🍾🍾

[@JuanMendez-bm6de]

Great video, man!

[@bEandit]

Do I need a lighting kit if i want to record outdoors? I’m planning to get one butafter I record about 4-5 podcasts.

[@koikigospelt.v2469]

Very simple thank you for this sir

[@tamikamccellion677]

You just saved me lots of money....Thanks!!!!

[@juliamatthew9929]

Thank you for the video! Question- what if you want to record two people talking, therefore have two mics? Would you then not be able to use an iPhone to record video?

[@dj1628]

Grea info!! 👍🏾👍🏾 Thanks

[@enixgreatness]

Great advise and recommendation thank you

[@oliamolloy7036]

How about if it’s 2 people? How do I go about recording on the iPhone with two mics? Help

[@maulipanda89]

some people wouldn't notice this 💯but is really helpful to start with great cheap price even heavy set up is nice and kost much shit