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Prepare your room and equipment before recording

Discover quick tips to help you prepare before recording.

Who’s this article for? Hosts and guests

A little preparation can make a big difference in recording quality. Setting up your space and equipment before anyone joins can help prevent issues once recording begins. In this article, we’ll walk through how to prepare your room and equipment before you record.

Your room

  • Pick a quiet space and silence phones and notifications.

  • Add soft surfaces such as rugs and curtains to reduce echo.

  • Close windows and doors to cut background noise.

Your equipment

  • Place a dedicated mic about a hand's width from your mouth.

  • For video, face a soft light and set the camera at eye level.

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