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Can you use a lapel mic for your podcast?
Episode 123

Can you use a lapel mic for your podcast?

PodSchool · Rachel Corbett

May 11, 20254m 49s

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Show Notes

If you’re tossing up between a lapel mic (also called a lav mic) and a more traditional podcast mic, this episode breaks down the pros and cons of both.

While lapel mics are great for video, they often sacrifice the sound quality you need in a podcast.

I explain why podcast audio needs to be more intimate, and why your mic setup can make or break your connection with your audience.

💡 What You’ll Learn:

  • The difference between lapel mics and traditional podcast mics
  • Why audio intimacy matters in a podcast
  • What makes a mic sound “professional”
  • Why mic distance and background noise can impact your show
  • What happens when you rely too much on post-production
  • When a lapel mic is okay and when it’s not

EPISODE CREDITS:

Host: Rachel Corbett

Editing Assistance: Josh Newth

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This podcast was recorded on the lands of the Wangal people, of the Eora Nation.

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