Kinsmen Sound Studio

02/12/2026

💘 With Valentine’s Day coming up, I asked the team to share the podcasts they absolutely LOVE.
Here are our top recommendations for the year ahead…
(And oddly enough, not a single one was relationship advice 😂)

Brandon's picks:
Last podcast on the Left
Alan Watts: Being in the Way

Will’s Picks:
The Struggle Climbing Show
The Play to Win Podcast@playtowinmtg

Allie’s Pick:
Creepcast

If you're searching for a new podcast, start here!
Happy Valentine's Day
- Kinsmen Sound 🗻🎙

02/03/2026

Thinking about starting a podcast but not sure what gear you actually need?

We’ve got you covered.

Here’s a simple list of essential podcasting gear every beginner should own. This list is by no means exhaustive, but should get you started on a budget!

🎤 Microphone
A quality mic is non-negotiable. It’s the fastest way to sound professional from day one. But you don’t need a complex setup. There are good USB mic options that remove the need for an audio interface or XLR cables.
👉 Our pick: Shure MV7

🎙️ Mic Stand
Keeps your mic stable, properly positioned, and your hands free to focus on the conversation.
👉 Our pick: Rode PSA1

📸 Camera
Podcasts are going video (and have been for a while) — starting simple is totally fine.
👉 Our pick: Logitech MX Brio Ultra 4K

💡 Lighting
If you’re on camera, let’s make sure your audience can actually see you.
👉 Our pick: Lume Cube Broadcast Lighting Kit

You don’t need a full studio to get started, just the right tools.

👉 Need help launching, upgrading, or dialing in your recording setup?
We help founders with setup, production, editing, and best practices, so you can focus on the conversation, not the tech.
If you want a full one-pager on exactly what we recommend to our clients, comment Audio Wizard 🧙🏻

01/22/2026

🎉 500 episodes. What an incredible milestone! 🎉

Huge congratulations to Bradley Hartmann and The Construction Leadership Podcast on reaching episode #500, a testament to consistency, curiosity, and genuine leadership.

Our story together started around episode 150, and since then, we’ve had the honor of editing every episode and helping shape the show’s evolving sound, from sound design and fresh music to custom jingles, storytelling elements, and production best practices. Watching this podcast grow has been nothing short of inspiring.

Bradley has also deeply influenced how we serve our clients. His philosophy , “Deliver Value First”, isn’t just a tagline, it’s a way of operating. We’ve adopted this mindset wholeheartedly, and it continues to guide how we approach every project and partnership.

If you’re currently on episode 10 and dreaming about making it to episode 500, it is possible. Consistency + the right support makes all the difference.

👉 Thinking about leveling up your podcast?

Schedule a discovery call and let’s talk about how we can help you build something lasting.

Here’s to the next 500, Bradley! 🏗️

01/13/2026

Over the past 18 months, the Kinsmen Sound team has been exploring how we can meaningfully improve audio quality at scale for AI voice frontier labs and data vendors. Now, we’re please to Introduce BuildMako! With 17 years of combined experience in film, podcasts, and dialogue editing, we’ve built a reputation for transforming poor audio into clear, compelling, professional sound.

We recently conducted an internal study comparing raw recordings to our enhanced audio. The results:

- 52% average improvement in intelligibility, cleanliness, and natural sound
- In select cases, up to 300% improvement

We’ve created a short demo page featuring real before-and-after samples so you can hear the difference for yourself.

Our long-term vision is to apply BuildMako to large-scale data sourcing and content operations, and we’re currently seeking pilot partners!

If you’re interested in improving your audio workflows or joining our pilot program, visit our demo page and request a demo today. Let’s turn unusable audio to ready-made gold ✨

12/16/2025

As 2025 comes to a close, we want to reflect on a significant year filled with innovative work and meaningful partnerships!

Highlights included expanding our production and post-production services through collaboration with the Sound Coop where we recorded courtside audio for the Brooklyn Nets and built out 3-different sound designs for an event in Macau, China. The team also worked on shooting a feature film Water Park Shark with the Legendary Anthony Ferrante (from Sharknado), where we re-filmed the opening scene to Jaws (my favorite film EVER)! We had the privilege of working with Baywatch actor David Chokachi during this as well. Soon after, we arrived at the 10th anniversary of Connecticut Summerfest, where we continued recording world-class chamber music ensembles.

The studio started working with a few new podcasts, a key collaborator being the Strategic Minds Podcast! To end the year, we are excited to announce that we are rolling out a new product line, aimed at cleaning and drastically enhancing poorly or inexpertly recorded audio. We think our ability to drastically enhance the quality of crowd-sourced and poor audio is going to be a game-changer for companies that rely on high-quality sound to feed into their models. More to come on this soon... 🦈

The Chinese calendar calls 2025 the “Year of the Snake”, but for Kinsmen Sound, 2025 was the Year of the Shark!

Ready for us to bring Hollywood sound to your podcast? Drop us a DM!

04/13/2025

So excited to have been part of this incredible film!
Over 5 days and nights, we recorded original Foley for more than 500 moments — every footstep, movement, and detail captured live to picture.
Last night, the premiered at the Boston Film Festival!
Huge bravo to everyone who poured their heart and craft into bringing this project to life. It was an honor to contribute to the magic!

11/26/2024

🎥✨ Enter the Pits Below… if you dare! 🐀💥
We had an absolute blast crafting the soundscape for this epic short following 5 adventurers on their quest for fame, fortune, and glory. From the eerie echoes of the cave to the clinking of armor, to the radiant magic that smites the ground, our foley and sound design brought every moment to life. 🧭🎶🔊

This project was a testament to how great sound can elevate the entire production, immersing the audience in the treasure hunt and the chaos that follows. 💎⚔️

Shoutout to the amazing team at Communication by Captivation that brought this story to life—this was truly a little masterpiece in the making! 💥✨

🎧 Turn up the volume and let the adventure begin!

01/10/2024

🎥Calling all filmmakers! Our latest blog post delves into the nuances of sound design in "Farmer Ed" and how it enriches the cinematic experience. 📽️🔊

Discover the subtle (or sometimes not-so-subtle) art of crafting audio landscapes that captivate your audience and enhance your storytelling. 🔊

Take your filmmaking skills to the next level – don't miss out on this insightful read! 📚🎬

Check it out here ➡️ https://wix.to/YVUd0vc and dive into the world of sound in cinema! 🎧🍿

When we think of great films, our minds often drift to stunning visuals, gripping performances, and captivating storytelling. While all these elements are undoubtedly essential, there's one aspect that often goes unnoticed but is just as crucial in elevating a film to greatness—sound design. In th...

01/02/2024

🎙 Exciting News! 🎙

We're thrilled to share that Farmer Ed, the quirky tale of a farmer who discovers a brain growing on a tree, is now available on YouTube's Omeleto channel! 🎬🌳🧠

Farmer Ed has made its mark on the festival circuit, earning recognition at the HollyShorts Film Festival, LA Shorts Fest, Seattle International Film Festival, and many more. 🏆🎉

This hilarious and strange comedic journey, brought to life with our meticulous and out-of-the-box sound design, will get inside your head and plant a garden of dreams. 🌱🧠💭

Don't miss this mind-bending adventure! Watch Farmer Ed on Omeleto now and let us know what you think. Your support means the world to us! 📽️👏

👉 https://youtu.be/U1rMhoe9sCE?si=-VmcpyLA2z_i8-on

10/18/2023

Had a blast working with some of Boston's most talented young filmakers workign with the After School Arts Program! Thanks for these moooooody shots .fx_ -Brandon