granola-performance-tuning

# Granola Performance Tuning

## Overview
Optimize Granola for best transcription accuracy and note quality.

## Transcription Quality Factors

### Audio Quality Hierarchy
```
Transcription Accuracy
        ↑
[Professional Microphone] 98%
        ↑
[Quality Headset Mic] 95%
        ↑
[Laptop Built-in Mic] 85%
        ↑
[Phone Speaker] 70%
```

### Environmental Factors
| Factor | Impact | Optimization |
|--------|--------|--------------|
| Background noise | High | Use quiet room, noise cancellation |
| Echo/reverb | High | Soft furnishings, smaller room |
| Distance from mic | Medium | Within 12 inches of microphone |
| Multiple speakers | Medium | Use identification phrases |
| Accent variation | Low | Improves over time with usage |

## Audio Setup Optimization

### Recommended Equipment
```markdown
## Microphone Recommendations

Budget (~$50):
- Blue Snowball iCE
- Fifine K669

Mid-Range (~$100):
- Blue Yeti
- Rode NT-USB Mini
- Audio-Technica AT2020USB+

Professional (~$200+):
- Shure MV7
- Elgato Wave:3
- Rode PodMic + interface
```

### Microphone Settings (macOS)
```bash
# Check current input device
system_profiler SPAudioDataType | grep -A5 "Default Input"

# Adjust input volume (System Preferences)
# Aim for: Input level peaks at 75% during normal speech
```

### Room Optimization
```markdown
## Environment Checklist
- [ ] Close windows to reduce outside noise
- [ ] Turn off fans, AC if possible
- [ ] Use soft surfaces (carpet, curtains)
- [ ] Position away from keyboard clicks
- [ ] Mute when not speaking
```

## Note Quality Optimization

### Meeting Preparation
```markdown
## Pre-Meeting Checklist
- [ ] Share agenda in advance
- [ ] Send attendee list to calendar
- [ ] Prepare context notes in template
- [ ] Test audio before meeting
```

### During Meeting
```markdown
## Best Practices
1. State names when addressing people
   "Sarah, what do you think about..."

2. Summarize decisions verbally
   "So we're agreed: deadline is Friday."

3. Spell out tec