{"id":488,"date":"2020-07-13T14:01:42","date_gmt":"2020-07-13T14:01:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.stremon.com\/?p=488"},"modified":"2020-07-13T14:01:42","modified_gmt":"2020-07-13T14:01:42","slug":"what-is-the-best-podcast-recording-software","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stremon.com\/what-is-the-best-podcast-recording-software\/","title":{"rendered":"What is the Best Podcast Recording Software?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>You may already know that in order to create a podcast, you\u2019ll need a few important pieces of hardware:\u00a0good quality podcast headphones\u00a0for monitoring your audio quality and levels,\u00a0reliable podcast microphones\u00a0for you and your guest\/s, a\u00a0podcast mixer\u00a0that will allow you to record from multiple audio sources, an audio interface to convert sound signals into digital format, and a laptop that\u2019s speedy enough to handle heavy audio files for fast and convenient file transfers, editing, and storage.<\/p><div class=\"rvpfx64d72349986ea\" ><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js\"><\/script>\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\n     style=\"display:block; text-align:center;\"\n     data-ad-layout=\"in-article\"\n     data-ad-format=\"fluid\"\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-8209967072221559\"\n     data-ad-slot=\"2673331731\"><\/ins>\n<script>\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n<\/script><\/div><style type=\"text\/css\">\r\n@media screen and (min-width: 1201px) {\r\n.rvpfx64d72349986ea {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n@media screen and (min-width: 993px) and (max-width: 1200px) {\r\n.rvpfx64d72349986ea {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n@media screen and (min-width: 769px) and (max-width: 992px) {\r\n.rvpfx64d72349986ea {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n@media screen and (min-width: 768px) and (max-width: 768px) {\r\n.rvpfx64d72349986ea {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n@media screen and (max-width: 767px) {\r\n.rvpfx64d72349986ea {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n<\/style>\r\n\n<p>Aside from those, you\u2019ll definitely need to have one main podcast software where you can perform all of the necessary digital functions in order to make your track sound as good as you want it to be. You can always record your audio elsewhere, but being able to record them directly into a software where you will be editing them helps save you a lot of time during post-production.<\/p>\n<p>As for the \u201cright\u201d software, the best will always be what you\u2019re most comfortable with using. It\u2019s important that you get to know each available recording software and see which one suits your needs best.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Best_Podcast_Recording_Software\"><\/span>5 Best Podcast Recording Software<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_53 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-64d723499af89\"><span class=\"\"><span style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-64d723499af89\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stremon.com\/what-is-the-best-podcast-recording-software\/#5_Best_Podcast_Recording_Software\" title=\"5 Best Podcast Recording Software\">5 Best Podcast Recording Software<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stremon.com\/what-is-the-best-podcast-recording-software\/#Logic_Pro\" title=\"Logic Pro\">Logic Pro<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stremon.com\/what-is-the-best-podcast-recording-software\/#Adobe_Audition\" title=\"Adobe Audition\">Adobe Audition<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stremon.com\/what-is-the-best-podcast-recording-software\/#GarageBand\" title=\"GarageBand\">GarageBand<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stremon.com\/what-is-the-best-podcast-recording-software\/#Audacity\" title=\"Audacity\">Audacity<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stremon.com\/what-is-the-best-podcast-recording-software\/#Hindenburg_Journalist\" title=\"Hindenburg Journalist\">Hindenburg Journalist<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>Below you\u2019ll find five of the most popular recording software programs that millions of podcasters are using to record, edit, and master their tracks in order to transform them into high-quality podcast episodes.<\/p>\n<p>To help you choose, we\u2019ve also included brief tutorial videos that show how you can use each software to record and edit your podcasts.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Logic_Pro\"><\/span>Logic Pro<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<figure id=\"attachment_51843\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Logic-Pro-2.jpg\" rel=\"undefined noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-51843 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Logic-Pro-2.jpg\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Logic-Pro-2.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Logic-Pro-2-300x200.jpg 300w\" alt=\"Logic Pro best podcast recording software\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo via Apple<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Compatibility:<\/strong>\u00a0Mac<\/p>\n<p>The Logic Pro is a common favorite among podcasters and music producers alike. It\u2019s a full-featured audio software with a fairly simple interface that displays all of the basic functions that you need right on the screen. Should you wish to upgrade and access its full suite of features, you can simply enable it by ticking the Advanced Tools check box in Settings.<\/p>\n<p>This Apple audio software can be linked to the Logic Remote App for iPhone or iPad, and its files can be opened in GarageBand.<\/p>\n<p>Overall, its beginner-friendly workspace and multiple advanced functionalities make it an ideal software choice for both newbies and experienced podcasters. The only catch is that it requires a one-time purchase of $200.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Adobe_Audition\"><\/span>Adobe Audition<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<figure id=\"attachment_51844\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Adobe-Audition-2.jpg\" rel=\"undefined noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-51844 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Adobe-Audition-2.jpg\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Adobe-Audition-2.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Adobe-Audition-2-300x200.jpg 300w\" alt=\"Adobe Audition CC best podcasting software\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo via Adobe<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Compatibility:<\/strong>\u00a0Windows &amp; Mac<\/p>\n<p>Adobe Audition CC has definitely come a long way since Adobe acquired it in 2003, back when it was the Cool Edit Pro on Windows. The current version is now fully capable of producing music and podcasts, as well as editing and mastering tracks with its many background noise reduction features, EQ, and more. Another notable feature is the batch processing function, which allows you to apply the same group of effects to separate files.<\/p>\n<p>You can get this digital audio workstation for $20.99\/month, but you can access it for free if you are already subscribed to the full Creative Cloud Suite. You\u2019ll find a lot of easy tutorials online, including this one below:<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"GarageBand\"><\/span>GarageBand<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<figure id=\"attachment_51837\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Web-Garage-Band-Auto-Tune2-890x606-2.jpg\" rel=\"undefined noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-51837 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Web-Garage-Band-Auto-Tune2-890x606-2.jpg\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Web-Garage-Band-Auto-Tune2-890x606-2.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Web-Garage-Band-Auto-Tune2-890x606-2-300x200.jpg 300w\" alt=\"GarageBand best podcast recording software\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo via Apple<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Compatibility:<\/strong>\u00a0Mac<\/p>\n<p>GarageBand has long been one of the most popular\u00a0free music production software\u00a0for Mac. Its user-friendly interface matches that of Logic Pro and is recommended for first-timers, although many experienced podcasters have stuck with GarageBand for its wide range of features.<\/p>\n<p>With this digital audio workstation, you can easily create separate tracks for vocals and music\u2014whether it be for your intros, outros, or even your ad spots\u2014and modify and move them around as you wish. Aside from the basics, you can enable plug-ins like EQ, compression, and noise gates for each of your tracks. And if you\u2019re going to be podcasting, these are already more than enough.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Audacity\"><\/span>Audacity<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<figure id=\"attachment_51845\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Audacity_Logo_nofilter-1.jpg\" rel=\"undefined noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-51845 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Audacity_Logo_nofilter-1.jpg\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Audacity_Logo_nofilter-1.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Audacity_Logo_nofilter-1-300x200.jpg 300w\" alt=\"Audacity_Logo_nofilter.svg\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo via Audacity<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Compatibility:<\/strong>\u00a0Windows &amp; Mac<\/p>\n<p>Like Adobe Audition, Audacity is a cross-platform (which means it works on multiple operating systems) audio editing software. And like GarageBand, it\u2019s completely free! What probably sets it apart is that there\u2019s a bit of a learning curve for it, but it remains to be a super popular podcast audio editor among beginner and professional podcasters and producers alike.<\/p>\n<p>Audacity is equipped with useful and powerful features, such as Silence Finder, Truncate Silence, Sync-Lock, as well as saveable EQ and effects, multiple import and export options (including MP3, WAV, AIF), and other audio manipulation and organization functions. The software is also regularly updated, so you can enjoy its full suite of pro tools on any Mac or Windows computer.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hindenburg_Journalist\"><\/span>Hindenburg Journalist<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<figure id=\"attachment_51840\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Hidenburg.jpg\" rel=\"undefined noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-51840 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Hidenburg.jpg\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Hidenburg.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Hidenburg-300x200.jpg 300w\" alt=\"Hidenburg Journalist best podcasting recording software\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo via Hindenburg<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Compatibility:<\/strong>\u00a0Windows &amp; Mac<\/p>\n<p>Hindenburg actually owns a family of audio production and editing programs, with the Journalist being their most recommended software for entry-level podcasters. For just $95, Hindenburg helps you put emphasis on your storytelling as you piece clips and interviews together to create a cohesive track.<\/p>\n<p>Aside from offering basic recording and editing functions, it boasts of other powerful features such as the easy-to-use Noise Reduction effect, which automatically identifies persistent noise, hums, and hisses, and allows you to eliminate them by simply turning up the Noise Reduction dial.<\/p>\n<p>Oh, and it conveniently integrates with a few podcast hosting providers.<\/p>\n<p>For more guides on podcasting, you can check our\u00a0tips on starting a podcast, from recording to post-production. Once you\u2019re done, you can proceed to get your podcast hosted and may want to\u00a0submit it to iTunes\u00a0for maximum exposure. 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