Podcasting today has become one of the most exciting hobbies for people of all ages. What once felt like professional work, only for radio hosts or celebrities, has now easily reached students, young professionals, and even retirees who want to share their stories or ideas. For many, it’s not just about getting an audience but also about creating a personal space for self-expression. The charm is in how simple it has become: all you need is a microphone, some lights, and a little imagination.
You can build a clean, simple setup that looks good on camera and feels professional without spending too much. This can be done with a budget between forty and fifty thousand taka. The heart of the studio starts with a good camera. You can use a good Android phone or an iPhone. Next comes lighting. A softbox can act as the main key light. A few small RGB lights, like one medium panel and two smaller ones, can improve the setup. The most popular lights right now are the Ulanzi VL49 and Ulanzi VL120. They add colour, reduce shadows, and create a mood. There are YouTube tutorials that show how to place the lights at the right angles. A small lamp, costing only a few hundred taka, softens the atmosphere and makes the video warmer and more inviting.
To get good sound, a small wireless microphone ensures clear and crisp audio. This is the one thing no podcast should compromise on. Popular options in the market are DJI, Rode, and Hollyland Lark.
The background does not need expensive furniture or decoration. In fact, simple minimalism works better. A plain curtain in off-white, costing under a thousand taka, reflects the lights and makes the video look good. A small bookshelf with a few books adds depth without clutter. To make it personal, you can put a strand of plastic vines or a line of fairy lights in the background. Small touches like these make the space unique without spending too much.
All of this fits easily within the forty-to-fifty-thousand-taka budget. This setup can turn an ordinary corner of your home into a versatile studio. It can be used not only for podcasting but also for YouTube videos, online classes, or interviews. In today’s world, creating content is as easy as posting a status on Facebook, expressing your thoughts in thirty seconds, or making something entertaining, even funny, just to make people laugh.
Especially now, when young people are joining conversations about politics and other topics, this budget-friendly studio shows that you don’t need a lot of money to share your voice. You just need a little creativity, the right corner, and the press of a button to start recording.