We’ve curated a few studio setups from mobile vlogging to desktop podcasting so you can get set up and going in no time. Let’s take a look.
You can get started podcasting with what you already have.
| Type | Gear | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Camera | Built-in laptop camera | https://www.loom.com/share/99d4ba8532cb41399b9988b8b3cc532e?sid=51094d6d-56f3-45c8-a6ac-a56486b32f45 |
| Microphone | Airpods or other headphones with a mic | Headphones are highly recommended! |
| Lighting | Window or lamp | The lighting should be from behind the camera pointing towards you (light source not shown on the camera). |
| Background | Not a window | Anywhere you’d feel comfortable showing on camera is fine, though people tend to choose their office or a clean, naturally-lit room. |
| Type | Gear | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Camera | iPhone 13 or newer | Using the Riverside App |
| Tripod | Any phone tripod | |
| Microphone | Airpods or other headphones with a mic | Headphones are highly recommended! |
| Lighting | Window or lamp | The lighting should be from behind the camera pointing towards you (light source not shown on the camera). |
| Background | Not a window | Anywhere you’d feel comfortable showing on camera is fine, though people tend to choose their office or a clean, naturally-lit room. |
A recording studio that can fit in a backpack and set up in 5 minutes.
| Type | Gear | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Camera | iPhone 16 or newer | Using the Riverside app |
| Microphone | ||
if all guests are physically in one location |
Rode Wireless Micro | 2x wireless microphones that plug directly into phone or desktop via lightning or USB-C port |
| Headphones & Microphone | ||
if talking to remote guests |
Airpods or Wired Apple Earbuds | |
| Tripod (option 1) |