BSP-260: YouTube Paying You $100M to Make Shorts

On episode 260 of the BSP, I discuss the announcement from YouTube that they will paying $100M to different creators who publish YouTube shorts over the next year of 2021 - 2022. I also use the Neumann TLM49 and discuss Facebook enforcing rules on one group of people, 25a, and audio feedback.

Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links):
Neumann TLM49: https://imp.i114863.net/tlm49
Hakan P110 Pop Filter: https://imp.i114863.net/Za2Ag
Yellowtek Boom Arm: https://www.yellowtec.com/mika.html
Universal Audio x8: https://imp.i114863.net/zMg2r
Sennheiser HD650: https://geni.us/sennhd650

Twitter: @bandrewsays
Ask Questions: https://www.askbandrew.com
Merch; https://teespring.com/stores/podcastage-store
Discord: http://www.podcastage.com/discord

00:00 - Intro
00:12 - YouTube Paying You To Make Shorts

• YouTube Shorts Blog: https://blog.youtube/news-and-events/introducing-youtube-shorts-fund/

07:40 - Neumann TLM49

• Bandrewplays Cover:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0atSATOPi1U

10:10 - WYHTS: Facebook Bans People They Disagree With
12:55 - WYHTS: Why is it Hard to Use 2FA and PW Managers?
16:40 - WYHTS: Tipping Content Creators is Gross!
18:25 - Ask Bandrew
21:25 - Voice Submission 1

• Duel Rambling: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/duel-rambling/id1533236145

21:25 - Input on Audio
26:25 - Video Submission 2

• Venus Productions: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmh-fZCxHNQJ_4jYfkRGYhg

28:40 - Recommend a Mic for Podcast Sound

• 12 Best Podcast Mics: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_bg1cy8AUvI

33:25 - Voice Submission 3
36:00 - Budget Recording Gear
37:40 - How to Make My Cohosts Have Good Mic Technique?
41:00 - Outro

Blink 182 - Dumpweed (Cover)

I’m reviewing the Neumann TLM49 soon and I wanted to get some more use out of the mic before reviewing it so I recorded an acoustic cover of Dumpweed by Blink 182.

I didn’t do too much in terms of altering the sound of the recording because I wanted the character of the mic. Therefore, on the vocals, I didn’t do any EQ, I just added an LA2A silver and a bit of Reverb. The Acoustic, I did do a little bit of a high pass and pulled a tiny bit of highs down

Audio-Technica AT2020 Cardioid Condenser Mic Review / Test

Today I review one of the most popular budget microphones, the Audio Technica AT2020. This is a cardioid only condenser microphone that is built really well and will last for years.

Buy the Audio Technica AT2020 (Affiliate Link)
Amazon: https://geni.us/at2020x
Sweetwater: https://imp.i114863.net/k6RyM

Buy the Focusrite 2i2 (3rd Gen)- Same Performance as 18i20 (Affiliate Link)
Amazon: https://geni.us/2i32rd
Sweetwater: https://imp.i114863.net/k6g4d

00:00 - Intro / Price / Disclaimer
00:31 - Setup
00:48 - What’s in the Box
01:31 - Build Quality / Walkthrough
02:01 - Specifications
02:26 - Polar Pattern Test
02:47 - Plosive Test
03:03 - Distance Test / Proximity Effect Test
03:26 - Background Noise Test
03:46 - Untreated Room Test
04:03 - Mic Mount Bump Test
04:23 - Mic Resonance Tap Test
04:39 - Intro to Comparison
04:53 - Neewer NW700 Comparison
05:32 - MXL 990 Comparison
06:05 - MXL 770 Comparison
06:37 - Neat Worker Bee Comparison
07:18 - Blue Ember Comparison
07:56 - Tech Zone Stellar X2 Comparison
08:50 - Rode NT1 Comparison
09:49 - Shure KSM32 Comparison
10:29 - Neumann TLM103 Comparison
11:25 - Neumann U87 Ai Comparison
12:23 - Music Test
13:49 - Pros & Cons
14:41 - Overall Thoughts
16:23 - Recommendation
17:32 - Outro

BSP-259: Sennheiser Acquired, Twitter Tip Jar, & More (BSP-259)

On episode 259 of the BSP, I talk about StevieT being hacked, Sennheiser being acquired, Trumps Facebook ban being upheld, and Twitter Adding a Tip Jar!

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

Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links):
Neumann U87 Ai: https://imp.i114863.net/u87
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

Twitter: @bandrewsays
Ask Questions: https://www.askbandrew.com
Merch; https://teespring.com/stores/podcastage-store
Discord: http://www.podcastage.com/discord

The Goose Girl - A Grimms Fairy Tale (Neumann U67 Reissue)

A recording of The Goose Girl, a Grimms' Fairy Tales. This recording is not intended to be perfect, it's simply to demonstrate the quality of microphones in long form context.

Microphone Used: Neumann U67 Reissue

Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical Watch Review

Today I share my experience with the Hamilton Khaki Mechanical (H694390). This is a Swiss made hand wound field watch that costs under $500. It offers 80 hours of power reserve, I was getting +/- 2 seconds/day, and the manual winding every day is a constant reminder to slow down.

Buy the Hamilton Khaki Mechanical: https://geni.us/hamimech

As an amazon affiliate I earn from qualifying purchases.

Warm Audio WA67 vs. Neumann U67 Reissue

Today I share a quick spoken word comparison between the Warm Audio WA67 and the Neumann U67 Reissue.

HQ Audio Available: coming soon

AFFILIATE LINKS BELOW

Buy the Neumann U67 Reissue
Amazon: https://geni.us/u67re
Sweetwater: https://imp.i114863.net/u67

Buy the Warm Audio WA67
Amazon: https://geni.us/wa67
Sweetwater: https://imp.i114863.net/wa67

00:00 - Intro
00:18 - Warm Audio WA67
00:31 - Neumann U67 Reissue
01:01 - Switching Between The Mics
03:34 - Outro

12 Best Podcast Microphones (FAQ Series)

12 Best Podcast Microphones (FAQ Series)

320kbps, 48kHz, m4a

Today I share my thoughts on the best podcast mics for intermediate podcasters and professional podcasters ranging from $100 up to $3600. This is all purely subjective and based on my opinions. I would love to hear what you think the best mics are for podcasting for intermediate podcasters and professional podcasters.

AFFILIATE LINKS BELOW:

Shure SM58
Amazon: https://geni.us/sm58
Sweetwater: https://imp.i114863.net/sm58

Sennheiser E835
Amazon: https://geni.us/e835
Sweetwater: https://imp.i114863.net/e835

Se Electronics V7
Amazon: https://geni.us/sEv7
Sweetwater: https://imp.i114863.net/sev7

Shure Beta 58a
Amazon: https://geni.us/beta58a
Sweetwater: https://imp.i114863.net/beta58a

Rode Podmic
Amazon: https://geni.us/rodmic
Sweetwater: https://imp.i114863.net/podmic

Audio Technica AT875r
Amazon: https://geni.us/at875r
Sweetwater: https://imp.i114863.net/at875r

Beyerdynamic M201TG
Amazon: https://geni.us/M201
Sweetwater: https://imp.i114863.net/m201tg

Shure SM7b
Amazon: https://geni.us/shuresm7b
Sweetwater: https://imp.i114863.net/sm7b

Electro Voice RE20
Amazon: https://geni.us/re20
Sweetwater: https://imp.i114863.net/re20b

Rode Procaster
Amazon: https://geni.us/rodepro
Sweetwater: https://imp.i114863.net/procaster

Neumann KMS105
Amazon: https://geni.us/kms105
Sweetwater: https://imp.i114863.net/kms105

Neumann U87Ai
Amazon: https://geni.us/u87aikit
Sweetwater: https://imp.i114863.net/u87

00:00 - Intro
00:44 - Disclaimer PLEASE LISTEN
01:20 - Shure SM58
02:19 - Sennheiser E835
03:05 - sE Electronics V7
03:56 - Shure Beta 58A
04:32 - Bonus Mic
05:01 - Least Favorite Option
06:17 - Audio Technica AT875r
07:09 - Beyerdynamic M201 TG
08:13 - Shure SM7b
09:19 - Electro Voice RE20
10:21 - Bonus Mic
10:56 - Least Favorite Option
12:03 - Neumann KMS105
13:15 - Neumann U87 Ai
14:03 - Conclusion

BSP-258: You Need Purpose, Should You Avoid Variety Channels on YouTube?

On episode 257 of the BSP, I answer a bunch of questions submitted by YOU. I address why you need purpose in your life, what type of pizza I eat, what are some options for multi-tracking mixers, why there aren’t affordable external compressors, mic suggestions for guitar/singing/podcasting under $500, whether variety channels are a good idea, and if you can easily monetize a second YouTube channel.

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

Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links):
Lewitt LCT840: https://vintageking.com/lewitt-lct-840
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

Twitter: @bandrewsays
Ask Questions: https://www.askbandrew.com
Merch; https://teespring.com/stores/podcastage-store
Discord: http://www.podcastage.com/discord

Cat And Mouse in Partnership - A Grimms Fairy Tale (Telefunken TF47)

A recording of Cat And Mouse in Partnership, a Grimms' Fairy Tales. This recording is not intended to be perfect, it's simply to demonstrate the quality of microphones in long form context.

Microphone Used: Telefunken TF-47