How to Record Interviews with Multiple People Using Phones
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Can't tell who's speaking when voices overlap.
Background noise ruins important moments.
Trying to sync multiple phone recordings manually is impossible.
Professional interview recording requires expensive multi-mic setups.
Pro Tip: TIP: SONGTAKE syncs multiple phones automatically, giving each person their own dedicated mic—get isolated audio from each speaker without expensive equipment.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I record interviews with multiple people using phones?
Each person uses their own phone positioned near them as a dedicated microphone. SONGTAKE syncs all phones automatically, giving you isolated audio from each speaker without expensive multi-mic setups. Perfect for in-person or remote interviews.
How many phones do I need for an interview?
One phone per person gives you the best isolation. A 2-person interview needs 2 phones, a 3-person interview needs 3 phones. Each person's phone becomes their dedicated mic, capturing their voice clearly.
Will phone recording quality be good enough for interviews?
Yes! iPhone stereo mics capture clear, natural-sounding audio. Position phones close to speakers (6-12 inches) and you get professional-quality interview audio. Many journalists use SONGTAKE for their entire interview workflow.
Can I get individual tracks from each speaker?
Absolutely! Export individual stems for each phone/speaker. Send clean tracks to editors or transcribers—Speaker 1 on track 1, Speaker 2 on track 2, etc. Professional workflow without complex file management.
What if someone's phone dies during the interview?
The other phones keep recording and everything syncs to the cloud. You'll have tracks from all the phones that completed the recording. SONGTAKE handles partial recordings gracefully—you don't lose everything just because one phone died.
What makes SONGTAKE different from voice memos?
SONGTAKE records in true stereo with automatic cloud backup, project organization, and multi-track capabilities. Unlike voice memos that create a graveyard of unnamed files, SONGTAKE keeps everything organized, synced across devices, and ready to develop into full productions.
Can I use SONGTAKE with just one phone?
Absolutely! SONGTAKE works perfectly with a single phone for recording arrangements, backing vocals, and layered instruments. While multiple phones give you multi-angle coverage and better isolation, one phone is all you need to create professional multi-track recordings with video overdubbing.
Can I use SONGTAKE for professional music recording?
Yes! SONGTAKE seamlessly transitions from mobile recording to professional desktop production. Start with iPhone for song ideas, then open the same project on Mac with a professional 64-channel interface for mixing and mastering. It's the bridge between inspiration and production.
How does multi-phone recording work?
Place phones near each instrument for dedicated microphones. One tap starts all phones simultaneously, and they automatically sync after recording. No manual alignment needed—just position phones, hit record, and get professional multi-track isolation from devices you already own.

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