The Best Podcast Equipment for 2025

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Whether you're just getting started or looking to upgrade your podcast recording setup, gathering all the requisite gear can seem daunting. After all, a good pair of studio headphones and a top-notch microphone can set you back a hefty chunk of change. And then you must consider accessories, such as mic booms or stands, cables, and audio interfaces. PCMag's experts have been independently testing recording equipment for as long as podcasts have been a thing , so we can help you find the podcast tech that best fits your needs. Among our Editors' Choice selections are the all-in-one Sennheiser Profile Streaming Set and the USB-based Apogee HypeMiC; start your search here if money isn't a concern. Of course, you don't need to spend a fortune to upgrade your sound, so we included budget-friendly options, too. Be sure to read all our in-depth reviews so you know exactly what to expect.

Your Podcast Journey Doesn't End Here

Although squaring away your hardware needs is an important first step, that's not the only thing you have to worry about. You also need to consider how you'll edit your audio, as well as where you'll host it. We cover those points and more in our story on how to create a successful podcast .