Podcast Starter Setup
This setup gives you broadcast-quality audio without overbuying. The dynamic microphone handles untreated rooms gracefully, the interface adds clean gain without noise, and the closed-back headphones let you monitor in real time. Swap the boom arm for a desk stand if space is tight.
Required gear total
$350
3 items
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The Gear
Shure SM58
Dynamic mic that rejects background noise — perfect for untreated rooms. No phantom power needed.
$100
⭐ 4.8
Focusrite Scarlett Solo (4th Gen)
One XLR input, clean preamp, USB-C. The world's best-selling interface for a reason.
$120
⭐ 4.7
Audio-Technica ATH-M50x
Closed-back monitoring headphones — flat response, excellent isolation, industry standard.
$130
⭐ 4.7
Rode PSA1
Professional boom arm that holds position firmly and keeps the mic off the vibrating desk.
$100
⭐ 4.7
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