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Setting Up to Record a Podcast in Audacity

From Brian Bertucci, for About.com

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Setting Sample and Bit Rates

Audacity Quality Tab

Audacity Quality Tab

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For most podcasts, CD quality audio (44100 Hz / 16 bit) will be more than sufficient. Set the sample rate at 44100 Hz and the Sample format to 16 bit.

Index: Setting Up to Record a Podcast in Audacity

  1. Audio Ins and Outs
  2. Setting Sample and Bit Rates
  3. Choose your File Export Type
  4. Setting Audio Levels

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