Christopher Ward C63 Sealander Automatic Review

Today we look at the Christopher Ward C63 Sealander Automatic which is a really great looking time/date watch with gorgeous looking case. If you’re looking for a really

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00:00 - Introduction
00:24 - Dimensions & Build Quality
02:22 - Finishing / Design
05:54 - Movement
06:16 - Lume Test
06:32 - Wrist Shot
07:03 - Pros
08:09 - Cons
08:44 - Conclusion
10:03 - Outro

BSP-281: I Can't Believe YouTube Actually Did It, Twitter Blue, and More

On episode 281 of the BSP, I discuss YouTube’s announcement that they will be removing and hiding the public dislike counter. I also discuss the new Twitter Blue premium twitter subscription, and a little bit of advice regarding Black Friday.

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

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00:00 - Intro
00:15 - YouTube Removing the Dislike Counter
14:00 - Twitter Blue Premium Twitter Subscription
22:45 - Black Friday Advice
27:15 - Outro

Earthworks Ethos Broadcast Mic Review / Test

Today I review my new favorite broadcast condenser microphone, the Earthwork Ethos. This is an expensive mic, but it offers a powerful low-end without being muddy, a clear and detailed mid section without sound scooped, and an extended and open top-end without sounding over-boosted or artificial. It also rejects plosives extremely well handles handling noise like a champ. It’s expensive, but hacking shoot am I impressed by this thing.

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00:00 - Intro / Price / Disclaimer
00:35 - Setup
00:55 - What’s in the Box
01:18 - Build Quality / Walkthrough
02:10 - Specifications
02:36 - Polar Pattern Test (Tone / Rotation)
02:56 - Plosive Test
03:09 - Distance Test / Proximity Effect Test
03:27 - Background Noise Test
03:45 - Untreated Room Test
04:06 - Shock Rejection Test
04:24 - Mic Resonance Tap Test
04:41 - Windscreen Tone Test
05:24 - Intro to Comparison
05:48 - Shure SM7b Comparison
06:19 - Rode Broadcaster Comparison
06:52 - Electro Voice RE20 Comparison
07:23 - Earthworks Icon Pro Comparison
07:58 - Lauten Audio LS208 Comparison
08:38 - Neumann KSM105 Comparison
09:15 - Earthworks SR314 Comparison
09:52 - Neumann BCM705 Comparison
10:39 - Neumann U87 Ai Comparison
11:21 - Music Test
12:27 - Pros & Cons
13:28 - Overall Thoughts
15:17 - Recommendation
16:38 - Outro

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

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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.

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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.

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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

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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.

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Amazon: https://geni.us/2i32rd
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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
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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.