How to record a podcast in a professional studio (Guide 2025)
From preparation and gear to recording and post-production: the complete guide to record your podcast with professional sound at elbajoestudio (Granada).
How to record a podcast in a professional studio (Guide 2025)
Recording in a studio elevates your podcast: better sound, less editing work and more professional results. In this guide we explain step by step how to prepare your episode and what to expect during a session at elbajoestudio.
Why record a podcast in a professional studio
Clear benefits:
- Superior sound quality: professional microphones and preamps.
- Controlled acoustics: less noise and unwanted reverb.
- Multitrack recording: each voice on its own track for precise editing.
- Time savings: editing and mixing are quicker with clean source audio.
- Professional image: option to record video and clips for social media.
What you need to prepare before coming
- Outline / script: sections, estimated duration, and questions if you have guests.
- Confirmed guests: share schedule and format in advance.
- Graphic assets: episode cover art if you plan to record video.
- Music & effects list: intro/outro tracks cleared or licensed.
- Technical checks: if a guest is remote, run a prior connection test.
Equipment we use at elbajoestudio
For podcasts we work with:
- Professional dynamic microphones (e.g. Shure SM7B) and condensers when appropriate.
- High-quality interfaces and preamps.
- Reference monitors and headphones for mixing.
- Multitrack recording in Pro Tools / Reaper / Logic.
- Optional: multi-camera setups, lighting and video capture for clips.
Recording process step by step
1. Technical setup (10–15 min)
Mic placement, level checks, noise check and monitoring setup for each participant.
2. Sound check & calibration (5–10 min)
We record a short test to verify levels, EQ and check for unexpected noises.
3. Recording the episode
We record in blocks or straight through depending on format. If there are mistakes, we add markers and do short re-takes to make editing easier.
4. Recording intros/outros and bumpers
Always record backup material: intros, ads and clean versions for overlays.
5. Backup & delivery
When finished we create local backups and optionally upload the tracks to the cloud or deliver them on a USB drive.
Post-production: editing, mixing and mastering for podcast
Post-production includes:
- Editing silences, filler words and repetitions.
- Noise reduction if needed and click/pop cleanup.
- EQ and compression to add clarity and consistency.
- Normalization to standard podcast levels (LUFS -16 to -14 depending on preference).
- Insertion of music, effects and metadata (ID3) for publishing.
Quick tips to record better
- Arrive 15 minutes early to set up and warm up your voice.
- Wear quiet clothing (no zippers or noisy jewelry).
- Avoid dairy before recording.
- If you have remote guests, record dual-channel: local + remote.
- Always keep an unedited backup in case you need to restore raw audio later.
Indicative prices and packages
Prices depend on episode length, number of guests and whether you need full editing. Examples:
- Studio hour (recording): €40 – €70 / h
- Basic editing (cleanup and light mix): €30 – €80 per episode
- Monthly packs for series: custom pricing with discounts
Contact us for a quote tailored to your project.
Conclusion
Recording a podcast in a studio makes a noticeable difference in quality and speeds up post-production. At elbajoestudio we provide the full workflow: recording, editing, mixing and delivery ready for publishing on all platforms.