Podcast Studios Introduction Guide

ITS maintains two podcast studios in Skillman Library, Room 007 and 008. Built around the RØDECaster Pro fully integrated podcast mixer, both rooms are capable of making quick, simple recordings or high-production podcasts with pre-recorded clips, sound effects, and more with up to four participants.

In addition to the audio system, the podcast studio in Room 007 is now equipped with video capabilities! This studio creates an immersive experience using three wall-mounted video cameras that use an AI “director” to cut among the cameras and include installed lighting.

a collage of images showcasing the audio and video equipment in the podcast studio spaces

Studio Equipment

Audio Equipment

Both rooms are equipped with a RØDECaster Pro mixer and the following:

  • Four high-quality microphones
  • Four sets of headphones
    • You may choose to use your own headphones
      • The mixer uses standard ¼” stereo headphone jacks.
      • Earbuds will require a 3.5mm to ¼” adapter (not provided).
        • Earbuds with a built-in microphone are not compatible.
    • Intuitive controls
    • One-touch recording to a microSD card or computer using USB
      • MicroSD cards are not provided, please use your own
    • RØDECaster Pro mixer which includes:
      • Eight programmable sound effects pads for instant playback of sound effects, music, intro and outros, etc.
        • Record directly to a pad from any of the RØDECaster Pro’s inputs or play audio from another device using USB or Bluetooth.
      • Bluetooth connection for another device (such as a phone) to conduct interviews or play audio

Video Equipment (Room 007 only)

The Video Podcast Studio, located in Room 007, contains the following equipment:

  • Three 6K wall-mounted Huddly Crew video cameras using an “AI-director” that auto-frames and cuts between the person speaking and the participant’s reactions.
  • Connects to a computer via USB

Recording in the Studios

How do I create an audio recording?

Remember, both podcast studios contain professional equipment to create high-quality audio recordings. Follow these steps to create a high-quality audio recording:

  1. Review the components of the audio equipment (see above).
  2. Review these short video tutorials from RØDE to learn how to use the features of the Podcast Studio. 
  3. Launch your preferred audio recorder (we recommend using Panopto, our media creation and storage platform) and make sure the audio setting is set to the correct source. 
    1. Audio = RØDECaster Stereo
  4. Start to record!
  5. If using Panopto, there are many ways you can share your audio content. Please review our Audio & Media help documentation to learn more. 

For additional assistance or to set up a consultation with an ITS professional, please contact the Help Desk.

How do I use the Video Podcast Studio (Room 007)?

Once you’ve reserved the studio (see below), we recommend reviewing the audio and video equipment available in the space (see above) to understand how to utilize the equipment in the room. In addition, you can also watch our short video demonstration of the space. 

Please do not touch or move the installed lighting and camera equipment in the studio.

  1. Close all the black curtains along the track. This will give you a solid black backdrop for your recording. 
    1. Be sure to roll the curtains back over the doorway as new participants are joining you. Otherwise, the curtains will get caught in the door. 
  2. Locate the power switch under the middle of the table. This turns on the studio lights and the cameras. Keep the room lights off. 
  3. Connect two USB cords to the right of the RØDECaster Pro mixer to your computer. This connects the audio and the video to your computer for recording. 
  4. Launch your preferred video recorder (we recommend using Panopto our media creation and storage platform) and make sure the audio and video settings are set to the correct source. 
    1. Video = Huddly Crew
    2. Audio = RØDECaster Stereo
  5. Start to record!
  6. If using Panopto, there are many ways you can share your audio content. Please review our Audio & Media help documentation to learn more. 

For additional assistance or to set up a consultation with an ITS professional, please contact the Help Desk.

Reserve a Podcast Studio

How do I reserve a podcast studio?

  1. Decide which studio you will need to reserve.
    1. Room 007: Equipped for Audio and Video Recording
    2. Room 008: Equipped for Audio Recording only
  2. Visit the LibCal site to reserve. 
  3. Pick up the room key at the circulation desk.
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