If you are interested in experimenting with microphones, and other audio equipment you can check these items out at Lied Library.
Recording Your Podcast - Video Tutorial
Step 1 - Schedule your online meeting 📅
If you are utilizing an online meetings app such as Zoom, Google Meets, or Riverside.fm, make sure to schedule your recording meeting well in advance.
If you are recording a group, it is highly recommended for everyone to use headphones or a headset during the meeting. Make sure you are aware of any recording limitations with your app of choice.
Step 2 - Set up your audio inputs and outputs 🔉〰🎤
Depending on which online recording app you are using, you will need to ensure that your microphone input and your headphone output are set to the correct devices.
This process will look slightly different depending on which device and recording app you are using.
Step 3 - Make sure to hit Record! 🔴
The "record" button on some online meeting platforms can be difficult to find. Make sure you are familiar with these controls before the date of your recording. Running a test recording a few days in advance is a good way to test your recording apps' features.
Step 4 - Need additional help? ❓
Make an appointment with an expert! We can help you during any stage of your process.
Step 1 - Find a space 🏡
With your script ready to go, find a quiet space where you can comfortably record.
Avoid big, empty spaces. Instead, find a room with carpet flooring, a bed, or lots of furniture. These objects help absorb sound reflections and will help avoid hollow sounding recordings.
Step 2 - Test your tech. 🔉〰🎤
Figure out what recording device and app you will use.
Ensure your recording device is charged and that the built in microphone is in good working order. We highly recommend doing a test recording.
Step 1 - Reserve a studio
If you plan to record at Lied Library, you will need to reserve a studio on the libraries' website.
Step 2 - Refer to one of our "How to Record" guides in the studio or online.
The audio recording apps we offer are:
Step 3 - Need help with our studios
Make an appointment with an expert! We can help you during any stage of your process.
The School of Medicine Library offers a sound-treated recording booth with the necessary audio software and hardware.
Step 1 - Reserve
Reserve the recording booth at the School of Medicine Library.
Please note that this space is only available to School of Medicine students and staff.
Step 2 - Record
The School of Medicine Library offers laptops with appropriate recording software already installed. Please contact the staff at the front desk to check out one of these laptops and follow the recording instructions found in the whisper booth.
