How to Set Up a Podcast Room: Equipment Checklist for UAE Studios
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Building a podcast or video podcast room? Book a consultation or WhatsApp our AV consultants and we will plan the room and the equipment together.
A good podcast room needs very little, but each piece matters. Clear voices come from the microphone, the way it connects, a room that is not echoey and headphones you can trust. See our podcast room solutions page for how we design and install complete studios.
The Equipment Checklist
| Item | Why it matters | Examples from our range |
|---|---|---|
| Microphone per host | Captures each voice cleanly | Shure SM7B, Shure MV7+, Audio-Technica AT2040 |
| Interface or mixer | Connects microphones to the computer and sets levels | Shure MVX2U, Audio-Technica AT-UMX3, Allen and Heath ZEDi-10 |
| Headphones | Lets each person monitor without feedback | Sennheiser HD 200 Pro, Sennheiser HD 300 PRO |
| Stands and pop filters | Keeps the mic at a steady distance and softens plosives | Shure PS-6 pop filter, microphone stands |
| Room treatment | Reduces echo and outside noise | Acoustic panels and soft furnishings, planned on a survey |
Start With the Room
A great microphone cannot fix a room full of hard, flat surfaces. Rugs, curtains, bookshelves and acoustic panels help. Choose a room away from traffic and air conditioning noise where possible. We can advise on treatment when we survey the space.
Microphone Technique
Speak close to the microphone, usually within a hand span, and keep the distance steady. A pop filter helps with hard consonants. Dynamic microphones are forgiving in untreated rooms. Read our guide to dynamic vs condenser and USB vs XLR podcast microphones.
Video Podcasts
If you also film the show, add cameras, lighting and a display for the guests. Our team can integrate the audio and video so recording and live streaming start from one control.
Frequently Asked Questions
What do I need for a two person podcast?
Two microphones, two pairs of headphones, an interface or mixer with enough inputs, stands and a quiet room. The mixer guide below explains the options: audio interface vs mixer vs USB microphone.
Do I need acoustic treatment?
It helps in almost every room. Even soft furnishings make a difference. A treated room lets you use more sensitive microphones.
Can I record with a phone or laptop?
Yes. Many microphones connect by USB. For more than one host, an interface or mixer with several inputs is the cleaner solution.
Where can I buy podcast equipment in the UAE?
Trianze Tech supplies Shure, Audio-Technica, Sennheiser and Allen and Heath equipment in Dubai and Abu Dhabi with delivery across the UAE and GCC. Call +971 58 161 3661 or message us on WhatsApp for the best price and current stock availability.
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