BSP-277: YouTube Demonetizes Climate Change Deniers, YT Rewind Cancelled, and more

On episode 277 of the BSP, I discuss YouTube demonetizing videos that deny that climate change is real or contradict the generally accepted scientific consensus, they also announced they’re cancelling youtube rewind for good, and I apologize for a huge error I made last week.

Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links):
Beyerdynamic M70 Pro X: https://geni.us/m70pro
Yellowtek Boom Arm: https://www.yellowtec.com/mika.html
Universal Audio x8: https://imp.i114863.net/zMg2r
Sennheiser HD650: https://geni.us/sennhd650

As an amazon affiliate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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00:00 - Intro
00:13 - YouTube Demonetizing Climate Change Deniers

• YT Support: https://support.google.com/google-ads/answer/11221321

07:13 - YouTube Cancels Rewind

• YT Tweet: https://twitter.com/YouTubeCreators/status/1446103025500577796

08:31 - Apology for Last Week’s Episode
10:31 - Beyerdynamic M70 Pro X
11:28 - Ask Bandrew
12:43 - Email 1
13:03 - Do You Need a Soundard With Your Audio Interface?
14:08 - Email 2
16:18 - NT1 or AT2035?
16:48 - How to Adjust Mix without Mix Dial?
17:33 - Can You Use Open Backs for Recording?
19:18 - Email 3
19:41 - CNET Mic Fail
20:43 - Outro

Vaer C3 USA Quartz Field Watch Review

Today we look at the Vaer C3, which is an assembled in the USA with a Made in the USA Movement field watch. This thing has killer dimensions if you like a smaller watch and a ton of character.

Buy the Vaer C3: https://www.vaerwatches.com/collections/all-watches-1/products/c3-tradition-black

00:00 - Introduction
00:23 - Dimensions & Build Quality
01:33 - Finishing / Design
03:22 - Movement
04:20 - Lume Test
04:41 - Wrist Shot
05:12 - Pros
06:00 - Cons
06:57 - Conclusion
09:02 - Outro

Behringer TM1 Mic Review / Test

Today I review another budget mic from Behringer which looks quite a lot like the Rode NT1a. This costs $120, has a great set of accessories, and offers a very modern sound meaning a weighty low end and a dominant top end which gives it a slight v-shape. The top end does come across a bit harsh, but for the price it’s not horrible.

Buy the Behringer TM1 (Affiliate Link)
Amazon: https://geni.us/betm1
Sweetwater: https://imp.i114863.net/tm1

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

NOTE (FULL DISCLOSURE): As an associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. For more info check my FAQ page links below.

00:00 - Intro / Price / Disclaimer
00:26 - Setup
00:45 - What’s in the Box
01:11 - Build Quality / Walkthrough
01:54 - Specifications
02:18 - Polar Pattern Test (Tone / Rotation)
02:43 - Plosive Test
02:54 - Distance Test / Proximity Effect Test
03:16 - Background Noise Test
03:35 - Untreated Room Test
03:50 - Shock Rejection Test
04:06 - Mic Resonance Tap Test
04:22 - Intro to Comparison
04:36 - Neewer NW700 Comparison
04:55 - Audio Technica AT2020 Comparison
05:16 - AKG P120 Comparison
05:36 - Lewitt LCT 240 Comparison
06:07 - Rode NT1a Comparison
06:36 - Rode NT1 Comparison
07:04 - Lauten Audio Atlantis Comparison
07:32 - Neumann U87 Ai Comparison
08:10 - Music Test
09:27 - Pros & Cons
10:15 - Overall Thoughts
12:12 - Recommendation
13:46 - Outro

BSP-276: YouTube Bans Vaccine Misinformation, Amazon Sued, The REAL Neumann Mics

On episode 276 of the BSP, I discuss YouTube’s new police to ban vaccine misinformation that contradicts WHO guidance, Amazon being sued by the companies that were banned for review fraud, Facebook pushing Instagram kids because it’s shockingly not good for kids, and the real Neumann microphones!

Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links):
Microtech Gefell UMT70s: https://vintageking.com/gefell-umt70s-fet
Yellowtek Boom Arm: https://www.yellowtec.com/mika.html
Universal Audio x8: https://imp.i114863.net/zMg2r
Sennheiser HD650: https://geni.us/sennhd650

As an amazon affiliate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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

00:00 - Intro
00:16 - YouTube Bans Vaccine Misinformation

• YouTube Post: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/11161123

• YouTube Video:

  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4MpAKk1M-Ok

12:13 - Amazon Sued by Companies Banned for Review Fraud

• Amazon Being Sued Article: https://www.theverge.com/2021/9/29/22701144/amazon-chinese-companies-lawsuit-paid-reviews

• Amazon's Service Bussiness Solution Agreement: https://sellercentral.amazon.com/gp/help/external/G1791?language=en_US&ascsubtag=[]vg[p]22465185[t]w[d]D

16:58 - Instagram is Bad For Kids!? No way!!!
18:03 - The Real Neumann Microphones!

• Gefell History: http://recordinghacks.com/pdf/gefell/historymicrotechgefell.pdf

21:13 - Ask Bandrew
21:38 - Voice Submission 1
26:43 - SM7b or sE V7 and Zoom H5?
29:43 - Email 2
29:58 - What is an Easy to Listen to Mic and What is a Fatiguing Mic?
33:58 - My Favorite Mics?
34:53 - Voice Submission 3
35:28 - What are Power Conditioners and What Do They Do?

• Sweetwater Video on Power Conditioners:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eH14lWVSa-A

37:38 - Outro

Shure MV7x Podcast Mic Review / Test

Today I review the new podcast mic from Shure, the MV7x. This is the XLR only version of the MV7, and before you scoff at it, the XLR output sounds 10x better than the XLR output on the original MV7.

HQ Audio Of Review: https://podcastage.com/rev/mv7x

Buy the Shure MV7x (Affiliate Link)
Amazon: https://geni.us/mv7x
Sweetwater: https://imp.i114863.net/mv7x

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

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BSP-275: Did Twitch Fix the DMCA Issue?, and More

On episode 275 of the BSP, I discuss Twitch’s announcement that they have reached an agreement with the National Music Publishers’ Association in an attempt to resolve the issues they have had with DMCA takedown/strikes over the last 6 months. I also discuss another method of review fraud and more.

Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links):
Telefunken TF51: https://imp.i114863.net/tf51
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

As an amazon affiliate I earn from qualifying purchases.

Twitter: @bandrewsays
Ask Questions: https://www.askbandrew.com
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00:00 - Intro
00:10 - Twitch Partners with NMPA to “Resolve” DMCA Issues
06:40 - Telefunken TF-51 AGAIN!
07:40 - WYHTS: More Amazon Review Fraud through Facebook & PayPal
11:30 - WYHTS: How To Train Your Ear to Hear Different Frequencies?
13:25 - WYHTS: SM7B IS BEST!!!!
14:50 - WYHTS: Great 500 Series Comparison

• 500 Series Preamp Shootout: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9y78JZz6SHE

15:40 - Ask Bandrew
16:25 - Email 1
16:50 - Can I Use the Gain Dial of my Interface as a Mute Button
18:40 - Voice Submission 2
21:20 - Rode NTG5 vs. Sennheiser MKH416
23:50 - My Voice is a Stress Test on Mics 3
25:25 - Soyuz 017 Review When?
28:30 - Email 3
29:40 - What Dynamic Mic / Interface Should I get?
32:25 - Outro

My Everyday Carry (September 2021)

Here’s a run down of my everyday carry for September 2021.

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Check out the stuff in my EDC (affiliate links)
Phone Case: https://geni.us/humixx
Screen Protector: https://geni.us/maxboost
AirPods Pro: https://geni.us/appleapp
Flashlight: https://geni.us/surefiretitanplus
Kershaw Knife: https://geni.us/kershawknockout
Swiss Army knife: N/A
Chapstick: https://geni.us/burtsbee
Keysmart: https://geni.us/keysmart
Notepad: https://geni.us/riteinrain
Ballpoint Pen: https://geni.us/fisherbull
Fountain Pen: https://geni.us/kawecosport
Facemask: https://huckberry.com/store/huckberry/category/p/69734-merino-wool-face-mask
Hank: https://www.mightyhanks.com/
Wallet: https://geni.us/osgoode

Avantone Pro CK-6 Classic Review / Test

Today I review an affordable condenser mic, the Avantone CK-6 Classic. This mic has a controlled low end with a gooey low mid section and a more midforward sound with an apparent top end that does sound a bit recessed compared to similar priced mics. The big draw back to this mic is the ringing and resonance of it, so if you touch this mic it will ring like a bell.

Buy the Avantone CK-6 Classic (Affiliate Link)
Amazon: https://geni.us/ck6classic
Sweetwater: https://imp.i114863.net/ck6classic

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

NOTE (FULL DISCLOSURE): As an associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. For more info check my FAQ page links below.

00:00 - Intro / Price / Disclaimer
00:18 - Setup
00:38 - What’s in the Box
01:12 - Build Quality / Walkthrough
01:52 - Specifications
02:17 - Polar Pattern Test (Tone / Rotation)
02:37 - Plosive Test
02:54 - Distance Test / Proximity Effect Test
03:14 - Background Noise Test
03:36 - Untreated Room Test
03:51 - Shock Rejection Test
04:12 - Mic Resonance Tap Test
04:46 - High Pass Filter Test
05:14 - Intro to Comparison
05:27 - Neewer NW700 Comparison
05:50 - Neat Worker Bee Comparison
06:17 - MXL V67G Comparison
06:43 - Audio Technica AT2020 Copmarison
07:13 - Blue Ember Comparison
07:36 - AKG P120 Comparison
08:00 - Lewitt LCT440 Compariswon
08:32 - Rode NT1 Comparison
09:07 - Lauten Audio LA220 Comparison
09:42 - Soyuz SU-23 Comparison
10:17 - Neumann U87 Ai Comparison
11:17 - Music Test
12:24 - Pros & Cons
13:30 - Overall Thoughts
16:16 - Recommendation
17:26 - Outro

BSP-274: Amazon Bans 600 Chinese Companies For Review Fraud, and More

On episode 274 of the BSP, I discuss Amazon’s recent action to ban 600 Chinese Companies who were caught committing review fraud, when you can offer unsolicited criticism, what the terms Mids, Top End, Bright, Dark, and Coloration mean when discussing audio gear, and more.

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

Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links):
Shure SM7b: https://geni.us/shuresm7b
Yellowtek Boom Arm: https://www.yellowtec.com/mika.html
Presonus Revelator iO24: https://imp.i114863.net/io24
Sennheiser HD650: https://geni.us/sennhd650

As an amazon affiliate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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

00:00 - Intro
00:14 - Amazon Bans 600 Chinese Companies

• BSP-198 (5 JAN 2020):

  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PB7CGGGaFaw

• The Verge Article: https://www.theverge.com/2021/9/17/22680269/amazon-ban-chinese-brands-review-abuse-fraud-policy

05:44 - WYHTS: Use a Truncate Silence Effect
07:29 - WYHTS: Southern California Dude Bro Alert!
08:34 - WYHTS: You CAN Give Unsolicited Criticism to People
12:04 - Ask Bandrew
13:04 - Voice Submission 1
15:04 - What Do You Mean by Mids, Top End, Coloration, Bright, and Dark?
21:49 - Email 2
22:34 - What Do You Consider a Vintage Microphone?
26:04 - Voice Submission 3
29:24 - 500 Series Rack Discussion?
35:19 - Outro

Placid Audio Carbonphone & Copperphone Mini Review / Test

Today I review two of the most unique mics I’ve tested to date, the Carbonphone RU-80 and Copperphone Mini. These are effect microphones that make you sound like you are recording in the 1920’s and 1930’s on an AM radio.

Buy the Mics (Non Affiliate Link)
Carbonphone RU-80: https://www.placidaudio.com/products/ru-80/
Copperphone Mini: https://www.placidaudio.com/products/copperphone-mini/

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

NOTE (FULL DISCLOSURE): As an associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. For more info check my FAQ page links below.

00:00 - Intro / Price / Disclaimer
00:45 - Setup
01:18 - What’s in the Box
01:31 - Build Quality / Walkthrough
02:01 - Specifications
02:30 - Polar Pattern Test (Tone / Rotation)
03:03 - Plosive Test
03:22 - Distance Test / Proximity Effect Test
04:01 - Background Noise Test
04:34 - Shock Rejection Test
05:04 - Mic Resonance Tap Test
05:27 - Why No More Tests?
05:49 - Music Test
07:20 - Pros & Cons
08:40 - Overall Thoughts
12:00 - Recommendation
12:55 - Outro