DanThe most common audio file type podcasters use is the mp3. But I often get asked about Wav audio files. So let me clear some things up about both of these popular audio files.
Recording
DanAs I’ve been researching my upcoming podcasting report I’ve discovered two types of podcasters, those who:
- Record their podcast then put it through post production
- Those who mix their podcast ‘live’ .
Option 1 is the process of recording the main voice / voices of your podcast and then adding all the music beds, openers, closers later in post production.
Option 2 is the process of recording your podcast and mixing (or panelling) in music beds, intro’s and other audio AS you are recording. This is how a Radio DJ would normally present their show.
Now I’ve heard plenty of arguments supporting both styles of recording, but I want to tell you which way I like best and why. [click to continue…]
