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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Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links):
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

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

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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Discord: http://www.podcastage.com/discord

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

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

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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

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

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Twitter: @bandrewsays
Ask Questions: https://www.askbandrew.com
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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

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

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

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Ask Questions: https://www.askbandrew.com
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Discord: http://www.podcastage.com/discord

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

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

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

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

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.

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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

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Twitter: @bandrewsays
Ask Questions: https://www.askbandrew.com
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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