BSP-280: Earthworks Ethos, Best Budget USB Mic?, How to Reduce Hiss In My Recording?

On episode 280 of the BSP, I use the brand new broadcast condenser mic the Earthworks Ethos, I also answer questions about the best budget USB mic, how to reduce hiss in your recording, why a condenser microphone might not be working, if you should upgrade to Logic Pro from GarageBand, and why my face is so disgusting.

Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links):
Earthworks Ethos: https://imp.i114863.net/ethos
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
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Discord: http://www.podcastage.com/discord

00:00 - Intro
00:10 - I’ll Address the Disgust Later
00:44 - Earthworks Ethos
02:29 - WYHTS
02:54 - Ask Bandrew
04:14 - Voice Submission 1
05:48 - Best Budget USB Mic For Vocals?
08:24 - Voice Submission 2
11:23 - How To Reduce Hiss in My Recording?
Julian's Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=phiFdrsijI4
13:42 - Voice Submission 3
15:12 - Why Doesn’t My Condenser Mic Work?
18:38 - Voice Submission 4
19:38 - Should I Upgrade to Logic Pro X?
25:02 - Why My Face is So Gross!?
26:55 - Outro

How Much Does it Cost to Service / Repair a Rolex?

I recently had an issue with the Rolex Exlporer 14270 and had to send the watch to Rolex for a repair and service. I figured I would share how much it cost to replace the dial, the handset, and the crown on the watch, and how much it costs to service a 30 year old watch.

00:00 - Introduction
00:27 - How Long Does it Take?
01:31 - What I Received Back
02:34 - Cost to Replace Crown, Handset, and Dial
04:29 - Cost to Service a Rolex Explorer 14270
05:40 - Conclusion

Sterling P20 Dynamic Mic Review / Test

Today I review a new budget stage vocal dynamic mic from Sterling audio, the P20. This thing is very bright but does a respectable job at background noise rejection and handling noise rejection.

Buy the Sterling P20
Musicians Friend: https://www.musiciansfriend.com/pro-audio/sterling-audio-p20-dynamic-passive-vocal-microphone

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
00:51 - What’s in the Box
01:07 - Build Quality / Walkthrough
01:31 - Specifications
01:46 - Polar Pattern Test (Tone / Rotation)
02:05 - Plosive Test
02:19 - Distance Test / Proximity Effect Test
02:37 - Background Noise Test
02:55 - Untreated Room Test
03:14 - Shock Rejection Test
03:31 - Handling Noise Rejection
03:42 - Mic Resonance Tap Test
04:01 - Cup the Mic Test
04:30 - Intro to Comparison
04:48 - Behringer XM8500 Comparison
05:10 - Shure SM48 Comparison
05:31 - Shure PGA58 Comparison
05:53 - Lewitt MTP250 DM Comparison
06:14 - Sennheiser E835 Comparison
06:36 - Electro Voice ND76 Comparison
06:56 - sE Electronics V7 Comparison
07:23 - Berydynamic V50d Comparison
07:47 - Shure SM58 Comparison
08:18 - AKG D5 Comparison
08:43 - Neumann U87 Ai Comparison
09:17 - Music Test
10:28 - Pros & Cons
11:10 - Overall Thoughts
12:56 - Recommendation
13:54 - Outro

BSP-279: How to Make Better Content, Ultimate Travel Podcast Setup

On episode 279 of the BSP, I discuss if you need to start a new YouTube channel, my ultimate lightweight podcasting setup, how to make your videos more entertaining and engaging, and whether or not I’ll ever build my own mic.

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

Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links):
Sterling P20: https://www.guitarcenter.com/Sterling-Audio/P20-Dynamic-Passive-Vocal-Microphone-1500000344758.gc
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
00:15 - My Halloween Costume
01:17 - Sterling P20
02:17 - WYHTS: Adjust Your Shockmount Bands!
04:02 - Ask Bandrew
05:02 - Audio Submission 1
07:45 - Should I Start a New YouTube Channel?
10:17 - Video Submission 2
11:52 - Recommended Travel Mic Stand

• (Affiliate) Peak Music Stands SM-02: https://geni.us/peaksm02

15:02 - Ultimate Travel Podcast Setup
21:02 - Video Submission 3
21:47 - Advice on How to Make Better Content
31:17 - Audio Submission 4
32:32 - When Will I Build a Custom Mic Kit?
37:02 - Outro

Lewitt LCT 140 Air Review / Test (vs. KM185, RN17, M5, E615

Today I review a very versatile small diaphragm condenser that would be a great beginner option. The LCT 140 is relatively affordable, has a built in pad, high pass, and high shelf. The downside is the build quality leaves a bit to be desired and it has a 20dBA self noise, so if you’re recording quiet sound sources, you may need to take that into account.

Buy the Lewitt LCT 140 Air (Affiliate Link)
Amazon: https://geni.us/lct140air
Sweetwater: N/A

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
00:25 - Setup
00:41 - What’s in the Box
01:05 - Build Quality / Walkthrough
02:04 - Specifications
02:33 - Polar Pattern Test (Tone / Rotation)
02:54 - Plosive Test
03:19 - Distance Test / Proximity Effect Test
03:40 - A Few Mic Position Tests
04:11 - Background Noise Test
04:30 - Untreated Room Test
05:07 - Shock Rejection Test
05:25 - Mic Resonance Tap Test
05:40 - Windscreen Tone Test
06:13 - High Pass / High Shelf Test
07:13 - Pad Test
07:39 - Intro to Comparison
08:02 - Rode M5 Comparison
08:29 - Beyerdynamic TGI53 Comparison
08:55 - Sennheiser E614 Comparison
09:27 - sE Electronics sE8 Comparison
10:13 - Oktava MK012 Comparison
10:47 - Neumann KM185 Comparison
11:26 - sE Electronics RN17 Comparison
12:06 - Neumann U87 Ai Comparison
12:47 - Music Test
14:07 - Pros & Cons
15:01 - Overall Thoughts
17:23 - Recommendation
18:08 - Outro

BSP-278: Social Media Should Ban EVERYONE!

On episode 278 of the BSP, I answer questions that you sent in back in July.

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
00:10 - Rambling
01:28 - WYHTS: Beta Ears
01:46 - WYHTS: Google Needs to Get Out of Politics
04:51 - WYHTS: Facebook Whistleblower Thoughts?
11:26 - Ask Bandrew
12:06 - Voice Submission 1
13:16 - Using a Rodecaster or GoXLR for Recording Violin?
16:36 - Email 2
16:51 - Interfaces with Built in Limiter?
18:51 - Voice Submission 3
19:21 - Are My Shockmount Bands Too Tight?
22:46 - Email 4
23:06 - How Not to Ask for Advice.
24:58 - Email 5
25:21 - Samson C01 vs Behringer B1 vs Lewitt LCT240
28:42 - Outro

1,000 Subs on Watchcastage!

On the 21st of October 2021, my new channel Watchcastage surpassed 1,000 subscribers! I’m so thrilled that we have finally hit this milestone! Thanks so much for the support.

If Watches Were Microphones?

If you’ve ever wondered what the microphone equivalent of the Omega Speedster, Casio F91-W, Rolex Submariner 5513, Casio G-Shock, or Patek Philippe Nautilus was, then wonder no more because I answer that question in this video.

00:00 - Introduction
00:41 - Omega Speedmaster
03:25 - Casio F91-W
05:07 - Rolex Submariner 5513
08:06 - Casio G-Shock
10:11 - Patek Philippe Nautilus
12:17 - Outro

#IfWatchesWereMics

512 Audio Skylight Mic Review / Test

Today I review a new streaming mic from 512 audio, the Skylight. This thing is built incredibly well and offers a more mid forward sound with a smooth texture to the mic which is very pleasing. If you don’t like mid forward mics or if you have an overly nasally voice, chances are you’re not going to be too into this mic.

Buy the 512 Audio Skylight (Affiliate Link)
Amazon: https://geni.us/512skylight
Sweetwater: https://imp.i114863.net/skylight

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
00:35 - Setup
00:55 - What’s in the Box
01:19 - Build Quality / Walkthrough
02:00 - Specifications
02:18 - Polar Pattern Test (Tone / Rotation)
02:40 - Plosive Test
02:56 - Distance Test / Proximity Effect Test
03:18 - Background Noise Test
03:35 - Untreated Room Test
03:53 - Shock Rejection Test
04:11 - Mic Resonance Tap Test
04:28 - Windscreen Tone Test
05:05 - Intro to Comparison
05:25 - Neewer NW700 Comparison
05:52 - Audio Technica AT2020 Comparison
06:20 - Blue Ember Comparison
06:49 - Rode NT1 Comparison
07:25 - Neumann U87 Ai Comparison
08:05 - Music Test
09:28 - Pros & Cons
10:06 - Overall Thoughts
12:07 - Recommendation
13:24 - Outro

Beyerdynamic M70 Pro X Dynamic Mic Review / Test

Today I review a new dynamic broadcast mic from Beyerdynamic, the M70 Pro X. I also compare this to the Shure SM7b, Electrovoice RE20, and a lot more. This mic has a dominant top end with a weak low end and it comes with excellent accessories.

Buy the Beyerdynamic M70 Pro X (Affiliate Link)
Amazon: https://geni.us/m70pro
Sweetwater: https://imp.i114863.net/m70prox

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
00:30 - Setup
00:51 - What’s in the Box
01:13 - Build Quality / Walkthrough
01:34 - Specifications
01:50 - Polar Pattern Test (Tone / Rotation)
02:08 - Plosive Test
02:20 - Distance Test / Proximity Effect Test
02:40 - Background Noise Test
02:57 - Untreated Room Test
03:13 - Shock Rejection Test
03:29 - Mic Resonance Tap Test
03:45 - Intro to Comparison
03:56 - Rode Podmic Comparison
04:14 - Shure SM58 Comparison
04:32 - sE Electronics V7 Comparison
04:58 - Audio Technica AT2040 Comparison
05:18 - Shure MV7x Comparison
05:37 - Rode Procaster Comparison
06:04 - Electrovoice RE320 Comparison
06:33 - Heil PR40 Copmarison
07:00 - Shure SM7b Comparison
07:29 - Electro Voice RE20 Comparison
07:58 - Earthworks Icon Pro Comparison
08:29 - Beyerdynamic M160 Comparison
09:41 - Neumann U87 Ai Comparison
08:10 - Music Test
10:52 - Pros & Cons
11:31 - Overall Thoughts
13:17 - Recommendation
14:49 - Outro