Universal Audio Twin X Audio Interface Review / Explained

Today I walkthrough, explain, test and review the Universal Audio Twin X Duo. This is a Thunderbolt 3 audio interface with ADAT/SPDIF expansion, two preamps with 65dB of gain, and DSP processing with near 0 latency. You get some great converters and you can record up to 24-bit 192kHz. This thing is an absolute beast if you are a Mac user.

Buy the Universal Audio Twin X Duo (Affiliate Links)
Amazon: https://geni.us/uatwinx (heritage edition)
Sweetwater: https://imp.i114863.net/uatwinx (regular edition)

Buy the Rode NT1 Kit (Affiliate)
Amazon: http://geni.us/rodent1
Sweetwater: http://bit.ly/2Xrwl62

00:00 - Intro / Pricing
00:16 - Difference Between Twin X Duo and Twin X Quad?
00:34 - Why Are UA Interfaces So Expensive?
00:54 - Signal Chain for Testing
01:17 - What’s in the Box
02:10 - Build Quality
02:42 - Walkthrough of Features
06:35 - Specifications
07:28 - Shure SM7b Mic Test (No Cloudlifter or Fethead)
08:23 - Preamp Gain Noise Test
09:17 - Latency Test
10:10 - Instrument Input (D.I.) Test
11:39 - Can the Headphone Amp Drive HD650’s?
12:06 - Talk Back Microphone Test
12:54 - Unison Pre Plugin Demo Test
17:56 - Pros & Cons
22:00 - Recommendation
23:34 - Outro

Neumann TLM49 Mic Review / Test

oday I review a vintage inspired, mid forward mic from Neumann, the TLM49. This thing has a very controlled low-end, a bump in the upper mids, and a tame but clear top end. If you’re going for a mid-forward Neumann sound, this thing sounds great.

HQ Audio Of Review: https://podcastage.com/rev/tlm49

Buy the Neumann TLM49 (Affiliate Link)
Sweetwater: https://imp.i114863.net/tlm49

Buy the Focusrite 2i2 (3rd Gen)- Same Performance as 18i20 (Affiliate Link)
Amazon: https://geni.us/2i32rd
Sweetwater: https://imp.i114863.net/k6g4d

Alex Jones Screams Into Neumann TLM49

I make dumb videos on the podcastage2 channel. This is no exception.

Audio-Technica AT2020 Cardioid Condenser Mic Review / Test

Today I review one of the most popular budget microphones, the Audio Technica AT2020. This is a cardioid only condenser microphone that is built really well and will last for years.

Buy the Audio Technica AT2020 (Affiliate Link)
Amazon: https://geni.us/at2020x
Sweetwater: https://imp.i114863.net/k6RyM

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 / Price / Disclaimer
00:31 - Setup
00:48 - What’s in the Box
01:31 - Build Quality / Walkthrough
02:01 - Specifications
02:26 - Polar Pattern Test
02:47 - Plosive Test
03:03 - Distance Test / Proximity Effect Test
03:26 - Background Noise Test
03:46 - Untreated Room Test
04:03 - Mic Mount Bump Test
04:23 - Mic Resonance Tap Test
04:39 - Intro to Comparison
04:53 - Neewer NW700 Comparison
05:32 - MXL 990 Comparison
06:05 - MXL 770 Comparison
06:37 - Neat Worker Bee Comparison
07:18 - Blue Ember Comparison
07:56 - Tech Zone Stellar X2 Comparison
08:50 - Rode NT1 Comparison
09:49 - Shure KSM32 Comparison
10:29 - Neumann TLM103 Comparison
11:25 - Neumann U87 Ai Comparison
12:23 - Music Test
13:49 - Pros & Cons
14:41 - Overall Thoughts
16:23 - Recommendation
17:32 - Outro

Warm Audio WA67 vs. Neumann U67 Reissue

Today I share a quick spoken word comparison between the Warm Audio WA67 and the Neumann U67 Reissue.

HQ Audio Available: coming soon

AFFILIATE LINKS BELOW

Buy the Neumann U67 Reissue
Amazon: https://geni.us/u67re
Sweetwater: https://imp.i114863.net/u67

Buy the Warm Audio WA67
Amazon: https://geni.us/wa67
Sweetwater: https://imp.i114863.net/wa67

00:00 - Intro
00:18 - Warm Audio WA67
00:31 - Neumann U67 Reissue
01:01 - Switching Between The Mics
03:34 - Outro

12 Best Podcast Microphones (FAQ Series)

Today I share my thoughts on the best podcast mics for intermediate podcasters and professional podcasters ranging from $100 up to $3600. This is all purely subjective and based on my opinions. I would love to hear what you think the best mics are for podcasting for intermediate podcasters and professional podcasters.

AFFILIATE LINKS BELOW:

Shure SM58
Amazon: https://geni.us/sm58
Sweetwater: https://imp.i114863.net/sm58

Sennheiser E835
Amazon: https://geni.us/e835
Sweetwater: https://imp.i114863.net/e835

Se Electronics V7
Amazon: https://geni.us/sEv7
Sweetwater: https://imp.i114863.net/sev7

Shure Beta 58a
Amazon: https://geni.us/beta58a
Sweetwater: https://imp.i114863.net/beta58a

Rode Podmic
Amazon: https://geni.us/rodmic
Sweetwater: https://imp.i114863.net/podmic

Audio Technica AT875r
Amazon: https://geni.us/at875r
Sweetwater: https://imp.i114863.net/at875r

Beyerdynamic M201TG
Amazon: https://geni.us/M201
Sweetwater: https://imp.i114863.net/m201tg

Shure SM7b
Amazon: https://geni.us/shuresm7b
Sweetwater: https://imp.i114863.net/sm7b

Electro Voice RE20
Amazon: https://geni.us/re20
Sweetwater: https://imp.i114863.net/re20b

Rode Procaster
Amazon: https://geni.us/rodepro
Sweetwater: https://imp.i114863.net/procaster

Neumann KMS105
Amazon: https://geni.us/kms105
Sweetwater: https://imp.i114863.net/kms105

Neumann U87Ai
Amazon: https://geni.us/u87aikit
Sweetwater: https://imp.i114863.net/u87

00:00 - Intro
00:44 - Disclaimer PLEASE LISTEN
01:20 - Shure SM58
02:19 - Sennheiser E835
03:05 - sE Electronics V7
03:56 - Shure Beta 58A
04:32 - Bonus Mic
05:01 - Least Favorite Option
06:17 - Audio Technica AT875r
07:09 - Beyerdynamic M201 TG
08:13 - Shure SM7b
09:19 - Electro Voice RE20
10:21 - Bonus Mic
10:56 - Least Favorite Option
12:03 - Neumann KMS105
13:15 - Neumann U87 Ai
14:03 - Conclusion

Avantone Pro CV-12 Tube Mic Review / Test (vs. AT2020, NT1, LCT840, TF51)

Today I review Taylor Swift’s mic, the Avantone CV12 which was used on her voice for the 1989 album. This is an affordable multiple polar pattern tube condenser microphone. If you are looking for an airy top end and rounded mid section, then this mic will offer that for you and do it well.

HQ Audio Of Review: https://podcastage.com/rev/cv12

Buy the Avantone CV12(Affiliate Link)
Amazon: https://geni.us/cv12
Sweetwater: https://imp.i114863.net/cv12

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 / Price / Disclaimer 
00:32 - Setup
00:48 - What’s in the Box
01:29 - Build Quality / Walkthrough
03:17 - Specifications
03:51 - 3 Polar Pattern (Tone / Rotation)
04:54 - Plosive Test
05:05 - Distance Test / Proximity Effect Test
05:27 - Background Noise Test 
05:44 - Untreated Room Test
06:02 - Mic Mount Bump Test
06:20 - Mic Resonance Tap Test
06:34 - High Pass Filter Test
07:15 - High End Interface Test
08:24 - Intro to Comparison
08:35 - Neewer NW700 Comparison
09:06 - Audio Technica AT2020 Comparison
09:45 - Rode NT1 Comparison
10:26 - Shure KSM32 Comparison
11:12 - MXL Revelation II Comparison
11:53 - Lewitt LCT840 Comparison
12:48 - Neumann TLM103 Comparison
13:46 - Telefunken TF51 Comparison
14:57 - Neumann U87 AI Comparison
16:24 - Music Test
17:33 - Pros & Cons
19:00 - Overall Thoughts
21:46 - Recommendation
23:27 - Outro