Thinking About Starting a Podcast? Here's What You Need to Know About Creating a Studio

Introduction: Everyone Starts Somewhere

Your morning might begin with coffee or a dog walk—but definitely with your phone. Scrolling through news, email, and yes—podcasts.

If you’ve been thinking “I could do that too,” you’re probably right. You have something to say, and the world wants to hear it. But where do you start?

In this guide, based on our real-world experience building a professional podcast studio, we’ll walk you through every step of the journey—plus show you how you can skip the hard part and get straight to recording.

🎙 Step 1: Define Your Podcast Format

Before you buy gear or rent space, decide:

• Will you be hosting solo or interviewing guests?

• Will you need one mic or four?

• Do you plan to be on video or just audio?

This shapes everything—from your setup to your editing needs.

📍 Step 2: Choose a Location

Home Studio vs. Renting

• Own Studio: Always ready, consistent setup, but limited background variety and high cost.

• Changing Locations: Visual variety, but more setup time, permission issues, sound variability.

For most podcasters, building a DIY studio gets expensive fast. A professional rental like ours solves this with perfect conditions—without the investment.

📐 Step 3: Studio Requirements

Space

Avoid placing chairs against a wall. Your set needs depth. Without it, your video will look flat and lifeless. You’ll want at least a few feet behind you, or consider using a green screen.

Soundproofing

Great sound comes from:

• Proper acoustic panels

• Minimal echo

• Controlled external noise (ideally in a quiet building or basement)

Building this at home can cost thousands. Or you can book a sound-treated room ready for recording.

🎥 Step 4: Cameras and Lighting

• Phones can record okay video—but only with manual settings, perfect lighting, and single-camera shots.

• Photo Cameras (DSLRs/mirrorless) are better, but may overheat or shut down during long takes.

• Video Cameras are best for multi-angle podcasting. Built for long sessions, consistent image quality, and fewer headaches.

Lighting

Lighting makes or breaks your video. A proper setup includes:

• Key light (main)

• Fill light (softens shadows)

• Back light (adds separation)

• Background light (adds depth)

If that sounds overwhelming, don’t worry—we’ve done all this for you.

🎤 Step 5: Sound Equipment

• Dynamic Mics: Durable, less sensitive to background noise, but you need to stay close.

• Condenser Mics: Clearer sound, more sensitive to your surroundings. Needs phantom power (most mixers support it).

Add a mixer if you’re recording multiple voices or need real-time sound monitoring.

🎓 Step 6: Learning Curve

You can absolutely DIY everything—but it takes:

• Time to learn gear

• Budget for mistakes

• Patience when troubleshooting

Or you can just book a professional studio and focus on what really matters: your voice, your story, your audience.

👋 Want to Skip the Hassle?

We’ve built our podcast studio so you don’t have to. Located in Northeast Philadelphia, it’s ready for:

• One-on-one interviews

• Group shows with up to 4 guests

• High-quality video and sound

• Multiple backdrops—including greenscreen

• Affordable rates starting at just $70/hour

🎯 Book a Free 30-Minute Studio Tour

Come see how our space works, ask questions, and decide if it’s the right fit for your podcast.

💡 Final Thoughts

Creating a podcast is exciting—but the technical hurdles can stall your launch. We help you start faster, easier, and more professionally.

Ready to see the studio? Let’s talk.

👉 Book Your Free Tour Now