BSP-284: Is Twitter Banning Group Photos?

On episode 284 of the BSP, I discuss twitter's new policy regarding media of private individuals being banned and what I believe this means. 

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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/
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Sennheiser HD650: https://geni.us/sennhd650

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00:00 - Intro 
00:15 - Jack Dorsey Leaves Twitter
01:19 - Twitter Suspends You For Posting Private Pictures

• Twitter Blog Post: https://blog.twitter.com/en_us/topics/company/2021/private-information-policy-update

• Twitter Policy: https://help.twitter.com/en/rules-and-policies/personal-information

15:38 - Neumann U67 Reissue 
16:53 - Computer Issues 
18:55 - Outro

Oris Diver 65 Swiss Everyday Dive Watch Review

Today we look at one of the most popular dive watches on the market right now, the Oris Divers 65. This thing is gorgeous, and even though it has a number of flaws, it’s still an absolute joy to wear.

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Are the Earthworks Ethos and Icon Pro The Same?

Can you use the pop filter from the Earthworks Ethos on the Icon Pro? Is the Earthworks Ethos the same as Icon Pro?

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00:00 - Intro
00:46 - Are the Capsules the Same?
01:38 - Can You Use the Ethos Wind Protection on the Icon Pro?
02:43 - How Do The Mics Compare Without Grills / Pop Filters?
03:50 - How Do The Pop Filters / Windscreen Effect the Tone?
05:00 - Outro

Arturia MiniFuse 2 Interface Review / Explained

Today I walkthrough, explain, test and review the Arturia MiniFuse 2 and discuss when you might want the MiniFuse 1 over the MiniFuse 2. I also compare it to the Audient ID14 and Focusrite 2i2 3rd gen. This thing offers a 56dB gain range, an EIN of -129dBa, sufficiently powered headphone amp, direct monitoring, midi I/O, and a USB hub which is a pretty useful addition.

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00:00 - Intro / Pricing / Disclosure
00:33 - Signal Chain for Testing
00:55 - What’s in the Box
01:28 - Build Quality
01:57 - Walkthrough of Features
03:32 - Specifications
04:36 - Shure SM7b Mic Test (No Cloudlifter or Fethead)
05:22 - Preamp Gain Noise Test
06:23 - Latency Test
07:17 - Arturia Minifuse vs. Audient ID14 vs Focusrite Scarlett 2i2
09:36 - Instrument Input Test
11:33 - Turning On All Plugins at Once!!!
12:17 - Software Walkthrough
14:49 - Pros & Cons
15:17 - Recommendation
16:52 - Minifuse 1 or Minifuse 2
17:52 - Outro

BSP-283: Expander vs Noise Gate, Line Level vs. Instrument Level, and more

On episode 283 of the BSP, I discuss a problem with the Neat King Bee II, how Turtle Beach used to be a high end audio manufacturer, why I started wearing a smart watch again, when I’d use an expander over a noise gate, whether you should use line or instrument level on your audio instrument and why vintage gear is always “better”.

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Microtech Gefell UMT70s: https://vintageking.com/gefell-umt70s-fet
Yellowtek Boom Arm: https://www.yellowtec.com/mika.html
Arturia MiniFuse 2: https://imp.i114863.net/mfuse2
Sennheiser HD650: https://geni.us/sennhd650

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00:00 - Intro
00:12 - Arturia MiniFuse 2
02:38 - WYHTS: Problem With Neat King Bee II?
04:23 - WYHTS: Turtle Beach Used to Be High End Audio!
05:58 - WYHTS: Fixed Level Interface Output
07:08 - WYHTS: Focusrite Fixed Level Output
08:23 - WYHTS: Getting Hired
09:13 - WYHTS: Why I Started Wearing a Smart Watch Again?
12:23 - Ask Bandrew
13:03 - Voice Submission 1
15:21 - Difference from Expander & Noise Gate?
19:40 - Email 2
21:08 - Line Level vs. Instrument Level for Electric Guitar D.I.
27:33 - Voice Submission 3
28:23 - Why is Vintage Gear Always “Better”?
34:53 - Voice Submission 4
35:20 - What’s the Future of Podcasting?
41:28 - Outro

Neat King Bee II Review / Test

Today I review the updated mic from Neat, the King Bee II. This is a revision to the extremely popular budget mic the King Bee. This offers a more tame top end in a less ostentatious design. You get a lot of the same pros but now suffer from a little bit of issue with the shockmount. All around if you want a beefy low end and detailed top end, this mic might be right for you.

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00:00 - Intro / Price / Disclaimer
00:43 - Setup
01:03 - What’s in the Box
01:23 - Build Quality / Walkthrough
01:58 - Specifications
02:23 - Polar Pattern Test (Tone / Rotation)
02:43 - Plosive Test
02:57 - Distance Test / Proximity Effect Test
03:17 - Background Noise Test
03:36 - Untreated Room Test
03:53 - Shock Rejection Test
04:34 - Mic Resonance Tap Test
04:50 - Provided Pop Filter Test
05:40 - Intro to Comparison
06:00 - Neewer NW700 Comparison
06:24 - Neat Worker Bee I Comparison
06:54 - Audio Technica AT2020 Comparison
07:27 - Blue Ember Comparison
07:49 - AKG P120 Comparison
08:20 - Neat King Bee I Comparison
09:06 - Lewitt LCT240 Pro Comparison
09:42 - Blue Spark SL Comparison
10:21 - Lewitt LCT440 Comparison
11:02 - Rode NT1 Comparison
11:36 - Neumann U87 Ai Comparison
12:24 - Music Test
13:42 - Pros & Cons
15:20 - Overall Thoughts
17:11 - Recommendation
18:47 - Outro

BSP-282: Poor Coverage of Tech News, Neat Mics King Bee 2, and More

On episode 282 of the BSP, I show how poorly I can cover the news that Apple will allow you to repair your own devices with official apple components, and the whole Stream Labs drama. I then talk about the new Neat Mics King Bee 2, more discussion around the YouTube dislike count being removed, and then answer a bunch of your questions such as using pencil condensers for voicer, why a pro voice over artist isn’t getting work, and does post processing order matter?

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Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links):
Neat King Bee II: https://geni.us/kingbee2
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
00:10 - Apple Right to Repair
02:35 - Stream Labs Troubles
04:08 - Neat Mics King Bee 2
07:45 - WYHTS: Youtube Dislike Count Removal Response
08:56 - Watch the Video Before Liking/Disliking
09:50 - Abuse of Like / Dislike Does impact Small Creators
11:45 - Why Did YouTube Hide the Dislike Number?
16:30 - WYHTS: Creators Can Just Delete the Dislike Comment
19:35 - WYHTS: Refuse to Dislike / Black Friday is Great / Yeti Suck
23:05 - Ask Bandrew
23:55 - Voice Submission 1
25:40 - Audio Interface With Fixed Level Output?
27:20 - Voice Submission 2
27:50 - Can You Use Pencil Condensers for Voice Over Work?
30:50 - Voice Submission 3
32:52 - Bo’s Audio Demo
34:17 - Why Am I Not Receiving Voice Over Work?
37:03 - Video Submission 4
38:39 - Does Post Processing Order of Operations Matter?
43:05 - Pop Filter Recommendations
45:40 - Outro

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

Buy the C63 Sealander Automatic: https://www.christopherward.com/int/sport-new/C63-Sealander-Automatic/C63-39ADA3-S00K0-B0.html

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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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
01:18 - 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