Here are the top 10 consoles for podcasting and their prices in US dollars and Australian dollars:

  1. Rodecaster Pro - This is an all-in-one podcast production studio that offers professional-level features such as sound effects, phone call integration, and multitrack recording. It has 8 microphone inputs, built-in effects, and a touchscreen interface. It's priced at US$599 / AU$879.

  2. Zoom LiveTrak L-8 - This portable mixer and recorder is designed for podcasters and musicians. It has 6 microphone inputs, built-in effects, and can record up to 12 tracks simultaneously. It's priced at US$399 / AU$599.

  3. Behringer Xenyx X1222USB - This 12-input mixer features 4 XLR inputs with preamps, 2 stereo line inputs, and built-in effects. It also has a USB interface for recording and playback. It's priced at US$229 / AU$339.

  4. Mackie ProFXv3 Series - This series of mixers come in various sizes, ranging from 6 to 30 channels. They feature USB recording and playback, built-in effects, and a 2x4 24-bit/192kHz USB interface. Prices range from US$199-$429 / AU$299-$649 (depending on model).

  5. PreSonus StudioLive AR12 USB - This 14-channel mixer features 4 XLR inputs with preamps, built-in effects, and Bluetooth connectivity. It also has a USB interface for recording and playback. It's priced at US$499 / AU$729.

  6. Allen & Heath ZED-10FX - This 10-input mixer features 4 mic/line inputs, built-in effects, and a USB interface for recording and playback. It also has 2 stereo line inputs and 2 headphone outputs. It's priced at US$349 / AU$529.

  7. Soundcraft Notepad-12FX - This 12-channel mixer features 4 mic/line inputs with preamps, built-in effects, and a USB interface for recording and playback. It also has 2 stereo line inputs and a headphone output. It's priced at US$179 / AU$269.

  8. Tascam Model 12 - This 12-channel mixer features 8 XLR inputs with preamps, built-in effects, and a USB interface for recording and playback. It also has 3-band EQ, 2 aux sends, and Bluetooth connectivity. It's priced at US$599 / AU$899.

  9. Yamaha MG10XU - This 10-channel mixer features 4 mic/line inputs with preamps, built-in effects, and a USB interface for recording and playback. It also has 3-band EQ, 1-knob compressors, and 2 aux sends. It's priced at US$209 / AU$315.

  10. Midas MR18 - This 18-channel mixer features 16 mic/line inputs with preamps, built-in effects, and Wi-Fi connectivity for remote mixing and recording. It also has a USB interface for recording and playback. It's priced at US$999 / AU$1,459.

These are just brief overviews of each console, and there may be additional features and specifications not mentioned here. It's important to choose a console that meets your specific podcasting needs and budget.

Ralph Barba

MAKING MEDIA AUSTRALIA & LIVE FM

For more information E: info@makingmedia.com.au


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