BSP-298: Google Favoring "Helpful" Reviews, Hobbies are Becoming Too Expensive

On episode 298 of the BSP I talk about google altering their search results to surface more "helpful" reviews, and I share my thoughts on a growing issue with hobbies and why I think they're becoming so expensive.

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Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links):
Warm Audio WA-47jr: https://geni.us/warm47jr
Yellowtek M!ka: https://www.yellowtec.com/mika.html
Universal Audio x8: https://imp.i114863.net/zMg2r
Sennheiser HD650: https://geni.us/sennhd650

As an affiliate I earn from qualifying purchases. 

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00:00 - Intro
00:15 - Google Surfacing More "Helpful" Reviews

• Blog Announcement: https://blog.google/products/search/more-helpful-product-reviews/

08:19 - Hobbies Are Becoming Too Expensive
22:39 - WYHTS: Working From Home for 10 years
24:39 - WYHTS: Talk Into the Rear of the Mic
25:46 - WYHTS: Watches Good, Technology Bad
28:07 - WYHTS: YouTube Conspiracy Theory Grant 
29:39 - Outro

Rumplestiltskin - A Grimms Fairy Tale - Audiobook

A recording of Rumplestiltskin, 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.

Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links):
Universal Audio SD-1: https://geni.us/uasd1 (Spoken Word Preset)
Yellowtek M!ka: https://www.yellowtec.com/mika.html
Universal Audio x8: https://imp.i114863.net/zMg2r
Sennheiser HD650: https://geni.us/sennhd650

As an affiliate I earn from qualifying purchases. 

Highest Rated Everyday Carry on Amazon

Today I build an EDC based solely on the ratings on Amazon. 

Affiliate Links
Watch: https://geni.us/cf91w
Wallet: https://geni.us/Blix
Knife: https://geni.us/classicsd
Flashlight: https://geni.us/microstream
Pen: https://geni.us/pilg2
Carabiner: https://geni.us/hephis
Notepad: https://geni.us/riteinrainpad
Handkerchief: https://geni.us/handytex
Microfiber Cloth: https://geni.us/magicfibercloth
Headphones: do not buy
Chapstick: https://geni.us/burtsbee

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Universal Audio SD1 vs. Music Villa MV3 (Versus Series)

Today we compare the Universal Audio SD1 and the Music Villa MV3. I'm doing this comparison to determine if Universal Audio is just rebranding budget microphones and increasing prices. 

Buy the Universal Audio SD1 (Affiliate Link)
Amazon: https://geni.us/uasd1
Sweetwater: https://imp.i114863.net/sd1

Buy the Music Villa MV-3 (NOT Affiliate Link)
Music Villa: https://musicvilla.com/products/music-villa-mv-3-broadcast-microphone

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 to SD1 and MV3
00:28 - Build Quality
01:33 - Blind Comparison
02:42 - Microphone Spoken Word Test (Price / Specs)
03:22 - Polar Pattern Tests
04:01 - Background Noise Tests
04:37 - Distance Tests
05:10 - High Pass Filter / Presence Boost Switch Test
06:25 - Handling Noise Rejection Tests
06:51 - Music Tests
08:36 - Conclusion & Winner
10:53 - Is Universal Audio Just Rebadging Cheap Mics?
12:19 - Outro

BSP-296: How I Coped With 2 Years of Lockdown

On episode 297 of the BSP I talk about what helped me cope with the last two years of isolation and lockdowns while testing out the Warm Audio WA47 Jr.

Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links):
Warm Audio WA-47jr: https://geni.us/warm47jr
Yellowtek M!ka: https://www.yellowtec.com/mika.html
Universal Audio x8: https://imp.i114863.net/zMg2r
Sennheiser HD650: https://geni.us/sennhd650

As an affiliate I earn from qualifying purchases. 

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00:00 - Intro
00:22 - How I Coped with 2 Years of Lockdown
15:02 - Warm Audio WA47 Jr. 
16:22 - WYHTS: Why Not Use the New RE20?
17:52 - WYHTS: Tooth Cam & Add 3rd and 4th Camera Angles!
23:37 - WYHTS: I Skip All The Audio Tests of Your Review
26:52 - Ask Bandrew
27:37 - Voice Submission 1
29:14 - I Lost Interest in Reviewing Interfaces
32:07 - Voice Submission 2
33:00 - Why Didn't I Discuss the SM7b Windscreen in Your MV7 Reviews?
36:44 - Movie of the Week
42:07 - Outro

Tom Thumb - A Grimms Fairy Tale - Audiobook

A recording of Tom Thumb, 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.

Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links):
Universal Audio SD-1: https://geni.us/uasd1
Yellowtek M!ka: https://www.yellowtec.com/mika.html
Universal Audio x8: https://imp.i114863.net/zMg2r
Sennheiser HD650: https://geni.us/sennhd650

As an affiliate I earn from qualifying purchases. 

A Better F91W From Casio

Today I share an alternative to the classic "god tier" Casio F91w that offer the exact same features with slightly better water resistance. 

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F91W: https://geni.us/cf91w
W59: https://geni.us/w59casio

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GEAR I USE (Affiliate Links):
Calipers: https://geni.us/digcalip
Camera: https://geni.us/c90d
Lens 24mm: https://geni.us/can24
Lens 50mm: https://geni.us/can50
Lens Macro: https://geni.us/can100
Microphone: Lewitt LCT1040 (Tube-Clear, Super Cardiod, 100% Tube)
Mic stand:  https://www.ocwhite.com/product/ultima-gen2-ultra-low-profile-adjustable-mic-boom-with-a-12-fixed-horizontal-arm-and-machined-table-bushing/
Interface: https://imp.i114863.net/uax8
Headphones: https://geni.us/sennhd650

00:00 - Intro
00:24 - 2 Watches & Measurements 
02:22 - The Similarities 
03:22 - The Differences 
04:47 - Wrist Shots
05:27 - Final Thoughts
06:03 - Outro 

Universal Audio SD-1 Review / Test

Today I review the brand new broadcast dynamic microphone from Universal Audio, the SD-1. This mic has a little bit of weight in the bass, the mids are not too forward but offer a clear sound, while the top end is fairly lively for a dynamic. 

DISCLOSURE: As an associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. 

Buy the Universal Audio SD1 (Affiliate Link)
Amazon: https://geni.us/uasd1
Sweetwater: https://imp.i114863.net/sd1

Buy the Focusrite 2i2 (3rd Gen) (Affiliate Link)
Amazon: https://geni.us/2i32rd
Sweetwater: https://imp.i114863.net/k6g4d
Thomann: https://www.thomann.de/intl/focusrite_scarlett_2i2_3rd_gen.htm?partner_id=23899

00:00 - Intro / Price / Disclaimer 
00:24 - Setup
00:47 - What’s in the Box
01:07 - Build Quality 
02:06 - Specifications
02:26 - Polar Pattern Test (Tone / Rotation)
02:45 - Plosive Test
02:56 - Distance Test / Proximity Effect Test
03:18 - Background Noise Test 
03:36 - Untreated Room Test
03:57 - Shock Rejection Test
04:16 - Mic Resonance Tap Test
04:32 - Foam Windscreen Test
05:08 - EQ Switch Demo
06:09 - Universal Audio Interface & Plugin Presets 
09:00 -  Intro to Comparison
09:30 - Behringer XM8500 Comparison
09:51 - Shure SM58 Comparison
10:13 - sE Electronics V7 Comparison
10:40 - MXL BCD-1 Comparison
11:07 - Rode Procaster Comparison
11:33 - sE Electronics Dynacaster Comparison
12:06 - Electro Voice RE320 Comparison
13:37 - Shure SM7b Comparison
13:15 - Electro Voice RE20 Comparison
13:48 - Neumann U87 Ai Comparison
14:20 - Music Test
15:49 - Pros & Cons
18:07 - Overall Thoughts
20:43 - Recommendation
22:16 - Outro

BSP-296: Universal Audio SD-1, YouTube vs. Tik Tok, SM7b or RE320

On episode 296 of the BSP I talk about the Universal Audio SD-1, then further discuss making money from youtube, the relationship of reviewers and the audience as well as reviewers and companies. Then I discuss why youtube is going after the tik tok market and a BUNCH more. 

Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links):
Universal Audio SD-1: https://geni.us/uasd1
Yellowtek M!ka: https://www.yellowtec.com/mika.html
Universal Audio x8: https://imp.i114863.net/zMg2r
Sennheiser HD650: https://geni.us/sennhd650

As an affiliate I earn from qualifying purchases. 

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

00:00 - Intro 
00:13 - Universal Audio SD1
03:13 - WYHTS: Am I Making YouTube To Make Money?
09:58 - WYHTS: You're Wrong About Embedding Videos.
13:13 - WYHTS: Why is YouTube Even Going After Tik Tok?

• YT vs TikTok Article: https://www.theverge.com/2021/9/7/22660516/tiktok-average-watch-time-youtube-us-android-app-annie

17:13 - WYHTS: Ideal Video Length
19:13 - WYHTS: YouTube is Ideal for Podcasts

• Watchfinder Audio Show: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OabN4VpCoXA

24:58 - WYHTS: Stop having 2 angles for the podcast!!!!
27:12 - Ask Bandrew
27:43 - Voice Submission 1
28:07 - Shure SM7b or Electro Voice RE320?
30:12 - Voice Submission 2
31:30 - How to Get Rid of Plosives
33:33 - Voice Submission 3
33:55 - Microphones for Nasally Voices
37:16 - Conclusion 

The Robber Bridegroom - A Grimms Fairy Tale

A recording of The Robber Bridegroom, 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: sE Electronics Dynacaster