If you still need a gift, either for someone else or to make it for yourself, here you will find a selection of perfect ideas for anyone with creative interests. In particular, this is our particular selection of gifts for sound lovers who want or have already started their own podcast project.
Perfect gifts for the creative
Finding the perfect gift for Christmas is not always easy. Even so, if the person you are going to give as a gift likes technology, everything becomes a little easier. Because it won't be because of gadgets or other devices that always come in handy and, especially, if you have creative concerns and have spent all of 2019 saying that you're going to start a new project. Although, they can also serve to improve the one that they have already brought to life this past year.
Samson Q2U
It is possibly one of the most all-terrain microphones that exists, thanks to the fact that it is dynamic and its cardioid pattern is capable of picking up quality audio and avoiding surrounding external noise. With the option to connect via XLR and USB connection -with built-in audio output- it is a safe bet at a very attractive price.
- Price: EUR 79
- Where to buy: Amazon
Rode NT, USB condenser microphone
The Rode NT is one of the best microphones you can buy if you want to start or improve the quality of your podcasts without investing much. With USB connection it is easy to use because it only requires you to connect it to the computer and that's it, it will be available to start recording. Also, with a condenser capsule the body and audio quality is very good. And yes, it has a headphone output so you can monitor your audio or listen to the other person you're recording with without their audio getting into your recording.
- Price: EUR 155
- Where to buy: Amazon
Scarlett Solo Studio 3rd Generation
Having a dedicated, quality sound interface like this one from Focusrite is always a plus and a significant leap in quality for any audio production. The Scarlett Solo Studio arrives very well accompanied, with its own USB interface, headphones for monitoring and a condenser microphone. If you already want to go more seriously in audio issues, recommended purchase.
- Price: EUR 209
- Where to buy: Amazon
Rode PodMic
Rode has a very extensive catalog of microphones, the Rode PodMic is an interesting proposal that basically offers quality audio and not the need to edit a lot in post-production. That is to say, it comes with an ideal equalization to sound a lot like radio, to quality podcasts with a sound with a lot of body and punch.
- Price: EUR 119
- Where to buy: Amazon
Rodecaster Pro
The Rodecaster Pro is already another level, the ideal accessory for any advanced podcaster who wants to take the definitive leap. A table with different audio inputs, high quality preamps and options that facilitate the creation of episodes with a quality that could perfectly pass for professional radio. It is true that due to its price it is recommended for those who know that they are really going to take advantage of it, but it is worth the investment if you are serious.
- Price: EUR 575
- Where to buy: Amazon
rode PSA1
This Rode boom arm is the ideal complement for your microphone and podcasts. It is true that there are many other options, some much cheaper, but the quality of its construction, its resistance to heavy microphones and details in general make it worth betting on. Now, at a slightly lower price even more. If all of the above is not strictly necessary, with this arm you will surely hit the mark as a gift.
- Price: EUR 66
- Where to buy: Amazon
Studio headphones and speakers
Finally, another good complement for any podcast and audio editing fan is good headphones or studio monitors. These offer or seek to offer the highest possible fidelity and balanced equalization so that there are no frequencies that stand out from the rest artificially.
Here we already analyzed three good proposals for headphones designed to be used in the studio and we still think that is the case. If you want to give a pair of headphones to record and edit, choose one of the three, because you also have different prices to better suit your budget.
Samson SR850
The cheapest of the three, it is comfortable and its performance with all types of music and uses is remarkable. As headphones for editing without spending a lot they are perfect.
- Price: EUR 33
- Where to buy: Amazon
Sony MDR-7506
A true classic on the radio, its design, quality of materials and balance when it comes to sounding make them a safe purchase.
- Price: EUR 98
- Where to buy: Amazon
Audio Technica ATH-M50x
Not only are they a good option for audio editing, they are also ideal for listening to music and enjoying it to the fullest with a powerful sound that allows you to enjoy a fairly wide sound scene.
- Price: EUR 169
- Where to buy: Amazon
Mackie CR-Series CR4
Reference speakers and compact design. They are not excessively small but they are comfortable enough not to overwhelm when placed on the work table. The performance is quite good and without the need for headphones they give a good account of how your final audio mix or edition will look. Also, for listening to music, watching series, movies or playing games, they are also great.
- Price: EUR 111
- Where to buy: Amazon
Edifier Studio R1280T
Finally, the Edifier Studio R1280T are a great option too and with a very moderate price. For what they cost, you get some speakers with which you will enjoy any audio and with which you can work to edit your productions with quality.
- Price: EUR 89
- Where to buy: Amazon