Avantone Pro CV-12 Tube Mic Review / Test (vs. AT2020, NT1, LCT840, TF51)

Today I review Taylor Swift’s mic, the Avantone CV12 which was used on her voice for the 1989 album. This is an affordable multiple polar pattern tube condenser microphone. If you are looking for an airy top end and rounded mid section, then this mic will offer that for you and do it well.

HQ Audio Of Review: https://podcastage.com/rev/cv12

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Buy the Focusrite 2i2 (3rd Gen)- Same Performance as 18i20 (Affiliate Link)
Amazon: https://geni.us/2i32rd
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00:00 - Intro / Price / Disclaimer 
00:32 - Setup
00:48 - What’s in the Box
01:29 - Build Quality / Walkthrough
03:17 - Specifications
03:51 - 3 Polar Pattern (Tone / Rotation)
04:54 - Plosive Test
05:05 - Distance Test / Proximity Effect Test
05:27 - Background Noise Test 
05:44 - Untreated Room Test
06:02 - Mic Mount Bump Test
06:20 - Mic Resonance Tap Test
06:34 - High Pass Filter Test
07:15 - High End Interface Test
08:24 - Intro to Comparison
08:35 - Neewer NW700 Comparison
09:06 - Audio Technica AT2020 Comparison
09:45 - Rode NT1 Comparison
10:26 - Shure KSM32 Comparison
11:12 - MXL Revelation II Comparison
11:53 - Lewitt LCT840 Comparison
12:48 - Neumann TLM103 Comparison
13:46 - Telefunken TF51 Comparison
14:57 - Neumann U87 AI Comparison
16:24 - Music Test
17:33 - Pros & Cons
19:00 - Overall Thoughts
21:46 - Recommendation
23:27 - Outro

BSP-257: Facebook Entering Podcasting, Apple Charging For Podcasts

On episode 257 of the BSP, I discuss the announcement that Facebook is going to try to get into audio and roll out some podcasting features, as well as the announcement that Applee is allowing for premium podcast subscriptions. 

Subscribe to the full audio podcast at http://www.bandrewsays.com

Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links):
Avantone CV12: https://imp.i114863.net/cv12
Hakan P110 Pop Filter: https://imp.i114863.net/Za2Ag
OC White Low Profile Boom Arm: https://www.ocwhite.com/product/ultima-gen2-ultra-low-profile-adjustable-mic-boom-with-a-12-fixed-horizontal-arm-and-machined-table-bushing/
Universal Audio x8: https://imp.i114863.net/zMg2r
Sennheiser HD650: https://geni.us/sennhd650

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Amazon Essentials Digital Chronograph Review (AE/1004)

Today I share my experience with the Amazon Essentials Digital Chronograph (AE/1004) which is a clear rip off of the Casio W217H. The watch keeps time well enough, the backlight is great, and the strap is a nice silicone over the plastic of the Casio. The downside is the fact that it draws so much from the Casio, it has a very quiet alarm, and the day of the week indicator is not easily legible.

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Amazon Essentials Digital Chrono: https://geni.us/AMessDigiChron

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00:00 - Introduction
01:10 - Dimensions & Build Quality
03:12 - Finishing / Design
04:31 - Features / Walkthrough / Tutorial
07:12 - Alarm Test
07:29 - Backlight / Lume Test
08:25 - Wrist Shot
09:34 - Pros
10:33 - Cons
11:31 - Conclusion
13:30 - Outro

It Couldn't Be Done by: Edgar Guest

A quick reading of "It Couldn't Be Done" written by Edgar Albert Guest.

Microphone used: Telefunken TF-51

My Favorite Things of March 2021

This month, Bandrew shares his favorite items of March 2021 from Books to TV to Video Production

00:00 - Introduction (https://www.geeksrising.com)
00:11 - Physical Books
01:42 - Freaks and Geeks
03:33 - Low Effort Videos
04:47 - Outro

Listen to Geeks Rising's Podcasts:
► Bandrew Says: https://bandrewsays.com/
► On The Subject: https://www.geeksrising.com/onthesubject
► Stuck Listening: http://www.stucklistening.com
► Sunshine & Powercuts: https://www.sunshineandpowercuts.com/
► Tourette's Podcast: https://www.tourettespodcast.com/

For more information about the Geeks Rising Podcast Network, check out https://www.geeksrising.com

Interview with Genius Link

GENIUS LINK INTERVIEW: https://geniuslink.com/blog/bandrew-scott/

If you don’t know what Genius link is, it’s a service that allows you to link to multiple affiliate accounts through one link to make it easier on your audience. Well Teresa from GL asked me a few questions and I jumped at the opportunity to share it all in terms of my approach to youtube.

250,000 Subscribers

Had to post this milestone because it’s what I do. Still can’t believe the channel has over 1,000 subscribers, let alone 250,000 subscribers. Huge thank you to each and everyone of you.

We hit 250,000 subscribers on Podcastage on 12 APR 2021.

Seiko Prospex SPB143 Review

Today I share my experience with the Seiko SPB143 (I call it the SPB149 in the video, but it’s the 143 Grey Dial). This is a $1200 dive watch from Seiko with the 6R35 movement which offers +25/-15 seconds/day and 70 hours power reserve. The finishing on this watch is excellent and the lume is extremely impressive, however the bracelet is pretty underwhelming.

Seiko SPB143: https://www.exquisitetimepieces.com/seiko-prospex-spb143.html

00:00 - Introduction
00:27 - Dimensions & Build Quality
04:07 - Finishing / Design
06:48 - Movement
07:32 - Lume Test
07:59 - Wrist Shot
08:46 - Pros
09:39 - Cons
10:26 - Conclusion
11:00 - Outro

Whats The Matter With Parents Today (Cover)

It’s been a while since I made a video on Bandrew Plays, and I just did a cover of “What’s the Matter With Parents Today” by NOFX which is one of my favorite songs of theirs off the album Pump Up The Valuum. I used the Sony C100 for this cover.

Amazon Essentials Unisex Easy to Read Watch Review

Today we’re looking at a watch from Amazon…that’s right, Amazon now makes watches! This is their Unisex easy to read version, and it costs $21. It has no lume, it has no light, it has high polish hands that are somewhat hard to read, it has only 30m of water resistance, and it doesn’t feel very good. But it’s affordable.

Buy the Watches:
Amazon Essentials: https://geni.us/amazeasyread
Casio Forester: https://geni.us/forester
Casio Royale: https://geni.us/a1200

00:00 - Introduction
00:34 - Dimensions & Build Quality
03:39 - Finishing / Design
03:37 - Movement
04:50 - Lume Test
05:15 - Wrist Shot
05:39 - Pros
06:49 - Cons
08:01 - Final Thoughts / Recommendation
10:26 - Outro

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