For Podcasts

The Compass Lab enables high-quality podcast development. Whether you need to produce a series, or just need to edit some audio clips, you should stop by.
We have our own series, here is a link if you want to check it out.

Field Recording

For gathering audio out in the wild.

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ZOOM iQ7 Microphone

Attaches to iPhone and has a companion app for recording and editing. Comes with tripods and wind guards.

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Rode NT-USB Mini Condenser Microphone

For students who want to record at home rather than in our studio, the Rode USB microphone can plug directly into your laptop.

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ZOOM Q2HD audio/visual recorders

With tripods, wind guards, and cables. Available for 24 hour checkout.

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Zoom H6 Handy Recorders

With XY and Mid-Slide Mics and wind guard.

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Zoom H1n Handy Recorder

Smaller and a bit less intimidating than the Zoom H6, the H1N Handy Recorder is ultra-portable and great for field recording. The H1n's X/Y microphones capture high-quality stereo sound, supporting up to 24-bit audio at sampling rates of 44.1, 48, or 96 kHz in WAV and various MP3 formats.

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CO2 Samson Pencil Condenser Microphone

Small microphones that are especially useful for miking acoustic instruments.

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Zoom Q2n Handy Video Recorder

The Zoom Q2n-4K combines unrivaled audio with crisp 4K imaging to completely capture your rehearsals, performances, and live streams like never before.

Sennheiser MKE600 Shotgun Microphone

With Rode PG2 Pistol Grip and wind guard.

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Wireless Lavalier Clip-On Microphone

This wireless mic includes both a clip-on transmitter and a USB-C receiver that can be attached to a phone or another recording device (like our iPad Mini Pros). They’re great for recording interviews, lectures, or videos! Comes with adapters to Lightning and USB ports.

Monoprice 602650 Microphone Isolation Shield

Ambient and reflected sound can be a problem when recording acoustic and vocal tracks, especially in a "live" studio environment. Block unwanted sounds from entering your microphone by using this Microphone Isolation Shield from Monoprice!

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Editing + Accessories

For processing audio.

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RØDECaster Pro

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The RØDECaster Pro™ is the world's most powerful all-in-one solution for podcasting. Designed to offer superb audio quality and expansive features while being incredibly easy to use, it's the ultimate tool for beginners and professionals alike.

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Sennheiser HD280 Pro Headphones

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Professional-grade, comfortable, rugged headphones.

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Tripods

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Useful to stabilize your audio recording device or video camera, especially outdoors.

Software / On your own

If you don't see something that'll work for you, look into these options, which are free to use on your personal devices.

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VoiceMap App

Create aurally-immersive experiences by tying recorded audio stories to a physical location. Available for Android and iPhone.

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Audacity

If you don't want to come into the lab to edit audio files, download Audacity onto your own machine to mix and master your content.

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Cast

Record, edit, and publish podcasts within a web browser. Great for recording remote interviews or distanced multi-person audio tracks. Students can take advantage of a 30-day free account or use the Lab’s professional account after consultation with the director.

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Looking for something else? Check out the Compass Lab’s Equipment for Special Projects. Or, request it.