A web browser is fine, but downloading a movie or performing an online backup could cause problems.

It’s a good idea to ask your interviewee to find a quiet spot beforehand too.Ĭonserve bandwidth: To avoid audio hiccups, close any non-essential bandwidth-using applications. Turn off cellphones, close windows, unplug the fridge, take off jingly jewelry etc….

Find a quiet, non-echoey space to do your recording.

Setupįind a quiet space: Less background noise = better sounding audio. If you’re calling a phone, try to get your interviewee on a land-line, and don’t use a speakerphone. Note: The process is the same whether your interviewee is also on Skype, or if you’re calling their phone via SkypeOut (you’ll need Skype credits for this though). Most of the instructions are the same for Windows users too – but they should try MP3 Skype Recorder ($0) or Total Recorder ($18) to make their recordings.

This tutorial will show you how to get the best sound possible from this cheap and easy setup. Skype ($0) and Piezo ($15) are a powerful combination for recording high-quality interviews on a Mac.

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