The Podcast Studio in Bizzell provides the OU community with the technology to make audio and video recordings.
Mac Computer: The Podcasting Studio features one iMac that is preloaded with software such as Audacity and GarageBand. A microphone is already plugged into the station ready for patrons to use with additional USB plugins for storage devices. Users can use the computer to not only record their content, but also upload it to their RSS feeds, hosted platforms, or their own websites.
Blue Yeti Mics: The Podcasting Studio features two USB Blue Yeti Pro Microphones complete with boom stands affixed to the table in the room. These mics offer users a variety of recording pattern options such as stereo, cardiod, omnidirectional, and bidirectional. One mic comes already plugged into the iMac located in the room and the other is available to plug into the user’s personal device.
Audio Technica ATH-M40X Headphones: The Podcasting Studio feature two sets of Audio Technica ATH-M40X headphones. While helpful for monitoring the participants audio levels, the headphones are not required to record within the space. These can be plugged into the iMac, Blue Yeti Mics, or the user’s personal devices.
AVAILABLE TECHNOLOGY
ROOM POLICY
- The room must be reserved to use.
- There is a two-hour limit per user on reservation blocks.
- A key must be checked out from the Computer Lab on the Main Floor of Bizzell Memorial Library to access the Podcast Studio.
- There is a $100 replacement fee for lost keys.
- Bring a storage device (preferably USB 3 or higher) to save the data once the recording is completed.
- Do not rely on long-term storage of files on the mac laptop in the studio—the hard drive may be wiped at any time.
- Exercise respect and care in the use of the equipment.
- Only individuals involved in the recording project are allowed in the studio.
- No food or drinks (with the exception of a water bottle) will be allowed.