Man In Black (Original) (Behringer XM8500)

This is a song I wrong about the M.I.B. and what it would be like to be one of the Men in Black. I promise you, I'm not one of them. I swear. Honestly. But I wanted to try to record a full song using budget recording equipment so I used an XM8500, Amazon Basics cable, and a Behringer UM2.

GEAR I USED (Affiliate Links):
Microphone: https://geni.us/xm8500
Interface: https://geni.us/behrum2
Ernie Ball Music Man Sting Ray: https://imp.i114863.net/musicmanrs
Revv D20: https://imp.i114863.net/revvd20
Friedman BE-OD: https://imp.i114863.net/beod
Camera: https://geni.us/c90d
Lens 24mm: https://geni.us/can24
Lens 50mm: https://geni.us/can50
Lens Macro: https://geni.us/can100
Headphones: https://geni.us/sennhd650

Austrian Audio OC16 Review / Test

The Austrian Audio OC16 is a worthy competitor as an all rounder studio workhorse mic. It uses the same capsule as the OC18 which is 2x the price and uses different electronics and is made in China instead of Austria.

Buy the Austrian Audio OC16 (Affiliate Link)
Amazon: https://geni.us/aaoc16
Sweetwater: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/oc16

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

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 
00:17 - Setup
00:34 - What’s in the Box
00:57 - Build Quality / Walkthrough
01:31 - Specifications
01:56 - Polar Pattern Test (Tone / Rotation)
02:16 - Plosive Test
02:26 - Distance Test / Proximity Effect Test
02:52 - Background Noise Test 
03:09 - Untreated Room Test
03:30 - Shock Rejection Test
03:51 - Mic Resonance Tap Test
04:05 - High Pass Filter Test
04:39 - Intro to Comparison
05:10 - Audio Technica AT2020 Comparison
05:33 - Rode NT1 Comparison
05:59 - Lewitt LCT440 Comparison
06:34 - AKG P214 Comparison
06:59 - sE Electronics 4400a Comparison
07:35 - Austrian Audio OC818 Comparison
08:21 - Neumann U87 Ai Comparison
08:47 - Music Test
09:51 - Pros & Cons
11:06  - Overall Thoughts
13:17 - Recommendation
14:18 - Outro

BSP-343: Podcast Analytics, Austrian Audio OC16, Mac Studio Upgrade, & More

Topics Discussed: YouTube Podcast playlists and the ability to pull videos from multiple channels and the lack of analytics you get from channels you don't own. Austrian Audio OC16 and the new Apple Mac Studio. YouTube implementing RSS feeds, M4a being a nonstandard podcasting format, my thoughts on the Rode NTH100 headphones, how to EQ your voice to sound natural, audio recorded at 800dBFS, and why my re-reviews sound different.

Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links):
Austrian Audio OC16: https://geni.us/aaoc16
Universal Audio x8: https://imp.i114863.net/zMg2r
Rode NTH-100: https://geni.us/rnth100

As an affiliate I earn from qualifying purchases. 

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

00:00 - Intro
00:15 - Can You Create YouTube Podcasts From Multiple Channels?
05:15 - Do Podcast Playlists Get Analytics From Other Channels?
07:48 - WIBT: Austrian Audio OC16
09:50 - WIBT: Mac Studio
14:45 - WYHTS: YouTube Implementing RSS Feeds
21:05 - WYHTS: ID3 Tagging & RSS Images, .M4a isn't Standard
23:30 - WYHTS: Thoughts on Rode NTH-100?
26:55 - Ask Bandrew
27:35 - VS1
28:30 - How to EQ My Voice to Sound Natural?
31:40 - VS2 - Audio Recorded at +800dBFS
36:10 - VS3
37:10 - Why Do My Re-Reviews Sound Better Than the Originals?
43:50 - Conclusion

Do You NEED to Record 24-Bit Audio? (FAQ Series)

In this video I share some tests I did to try and hear what the audible benefit of 24-bit is over 16-bit recording.

00:00 - Introduction
00:40 - Part I: Theoretical Benefit of 24-Bit Audio
01:25 - Part II: Do 16-bit & 24-bit Clip at Different Levels?
02:44 - Part III: Recording a Mic at 16-bit and 24-bit
04:34 - Part IV: DAW Recording at 16-bit and 24-bit
05:36 - Can You Hear a Difference?
07:00 - What's the Real Benefit?
07:42 - Do You Need to Record in 24-Bit?
10:28 - Wrap

BSP-342: Google & Podcasting are NOT Compatible, ID3 Tagging, and More

On episode 342 of the BSP I discuss the new YouTube podcasting features, why I believe youtube is getting into podcasting and speculation on what this means for pocasting. I then rant about ID3 tagging your podcast episodes and verifying features are working, discuss my new Clips channel @clipscastage, and then answer some questions like "Handheld Condenser or Small Diaphragm Condenser?".

Subscribe to the full audio podcast at http://www.bandrewsays.com

Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links):
Neumann KMS105: https://geni.us/kms105
Universal Audio x8: https://imp.i114863.net/zMg2r
Rode NTH-100: https://geni.us/rnth100

As an affiliate I earn from qualifying purchases. 

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

00:00 - Intro
00:15 - YouTube Podcasting Update
10:39 - Speculation on YouTube Podcasts Impact on Podcasting
14:14 - RANT: ID3 Tag Your Files & Verify Features are Working
20:05 - WIBT: Clipscastage
24:05 - ASK BANDREW
25:04 - Voice Submission 1
25:48 - Handheld Condenser of Small Diaphragm Condenser?
31:30 - Email Submission 2
32:36 - Why Don't I Compare Miced up Guitar Cab to D.I.?
35:24 - What's the Best Mic in Every Category Ever?
37:40 - Where Was I / Outro

Behringer C-2 Review / Test

Today i review probably the most affordable small diaphragm condensers on the market, the Behringer C2's. These cost $60 for a pair, so essentially $30/each. The sound is surprisingly good for that price, but it's not without it's flaws. On some sound sources the bass and low mids can get out of hand, and the treble boost is a bit artificial and harsh. If you're able to work around these issues, for $30/each, I think they're pretty good.

Buy the Behringer C2s (Affiliate Link)
Amazon: https://geni.us/behrc2
Sweetwater: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/behrc2

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

NOTE (FULL DISCLOSURE): As an associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. For more info check my FAQ page links below.

00:00 - Intro
00:24 - Setup
00:44 - What’s in the Box
01:08 - Build Quality / Walkthrough
01:38 - Specifications
02:03 - High Pass Filter Off
02:27 - Polar Pattern Test (Tone / Rotation)
02:45 - Plosive Test
03:04 - Distance Test / Proximity Effect Test
03:24 - Background Noise Test 
03:44 - Untreated Room Test
04:05 - A Few Mic Position Tests
04:32 - Shock Rejection Test
04:55 - Mic Resonance Tap Test
05:16 - Windscreen Tone Test
05:50 - High Pass Filter Test
06:15 - 10dB Pad Test
06:38 - Intro to Comparison
07:06 - Samson C02 Comparison
07:29 - Rode M5 Comparison
07:57 - sE Electronics sE7 Comparison
08:23 - Shure SM81 Comparison
08:58 - Beyerdynamic MC930 Comparison
09:31 - Neumann KM185 Comparison
10:16 - Neumann U87 Ai Comparison
10:57 - Music Test
12:46  - Pros & Cons
14:21 - Overall Thoughts
17:11 - Recommendation
18:23 - Outro

My First Christopher Ward - C65 Trident Pepsi GMT Wearing Experience

After two years of wear, I am finally sharing my experience with the Christopher Ward C65 Trident GMT Vintage Pepsi. I have had a love hate relationship with this watch and after so much time, I love it not in lieu of it's flaws, but because of them. It's such a comfortable watch and CW makes what I think is one of the greatest case shapes with their light catcher case.

As an affiliate I earn from qualifying purchases.

CHECK OUT THE WATCHES (Affiliate Links):
n/a

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: n/a
Mic stand: https://www.yellowtec.com/mika.html
Preamp: http://bit.ly/2MBhwLA
Interface: https://imp.i114863.net/uax8
Headphones: https://geni.us/sennhd650

MEASUREMENTS:
Case Diameter: 35.4mm
Lug to Lug: 44.6mm (including protruding end links)
Thickness: 9.6mm
Weight : 94g (sized for 6.5" wrist)

00:00 - Intro
00:36 - Measurements
01:04 - Wrist Shots (6.5" / 16.5mm)
01:53 - Lume Shot
02:30 - Size Comparisons
03:35 - What I Liked
06:15 - What I Disliked
09:04 - Conclusion
12:32 - Outro

#ChristopherWard #EverydayWatch #Opinion

Rode NT1 (5th Gen) Review / Test

Today I review the brand new NT1 from Rode which offers 32-bit floating point A/D conversion over the USB output. This offers a pretty neutral bass and mids frequency response which means it can get a bit overpowering in the lower frequencies if you're close micing, and then you get a detailed treble sound. It has an impressive self noise of only 4dBa and a max SPL of 142dB. It's a very impressive mic that will serve some people extremely well.

Buy the Rode NT1 (5th Gen) (Affiliate Link)
Amazon: https://geni.us/nt15th
Sweetwater: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/nt15th

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

NOTE (FULL DISCLOSURE): As an associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. For more info check my FAQ page links below.

00:00 - Demo of 32-Bit Floating Point Recording
00:20 - Intro / Price / Disclaimer 
01:06 - Setup
01:27 - What’s in the Box
01:53 - Build Quality / Walkthrough
02:38 - Specifications
03:09 - Polar Pattern Test (Tone / Rotation)
03:27 - Plosive Test
03:40 - Distance Test / Proximity Effect Test
04:05 - Background Noise Test 
04:25 - Untreated Room Test
04:45 - Shock Rejection Test
05:06 - Mic Resonance Tap Test
05:20 - USB vs XLR Output
06:17 - Intro to Comparison
06:46 - Audio Technica AT2020 Comparison
07:06 - Neat King Bee II Comparison
07:30 - Rode NT1a Comparison
07:57 - Lewitt LCT440 Comparison
08:21 - Rode NT1 (4th) Comparison
09:11 - Rode NT2a Comparison
09:44 - Shure KSM32 Comparison
10:13 - Neumann TLM103 Comparison
11:44 - Neumann U87 Ai Comparison
11:17 - Music Test
12:36 - Pros & Cons
14:57 - Overall Thoughts
17:35 - Recommendation
18:39 - Who Is 32 Bit Floating Point For?
20:37 - Outro

Lewitt MTP W950 Mic Review / Test (vs. SM58, E835, KMS105, U87 Ai)

Today I review a brand new multipattern handheld condenser mic from Lewitt. This thing also has a high pass filter and a -12dB pad, and the huge surprise is the fact that you can unscrew the handle and get a wireless capsule. It does great with handling noise, background noise, plosives, cupping the mic, and it offers that standard Lewitt sound which is very clear and bright.

Buy the Lewitt MTP W950 (Affiliate Link)
Amazon: n/a
Sweetwater: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/mtpw950

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

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 
00:28 - Setup
00:48 - What’s in the Box
01:23 - Build Quality / Walkthrough
02:14 - Specifications
02:39 - Polar Pattern Test (Tone / Rotation)
03:38 - Plosive Test
03:51 - Distance Test / Proximity Effect Test
04:17 - Background Noise Test 
04:34 - Untreated Room Test
04:54 - Shock Rejection Test
05:11 - Handling Noise Rejection Test
05:25 - Mic Resonance Tap Test
05:38 - Cup the Mic Test
05:55 - Wind Screen Tone Test
06:24 - High Pass Filter Test
06:45 - Pad Switch Test
07:16 - Intro to Comparison
07:41 - Shure SM58 Comparison
08:03 - Sennheiser E835 Comparison
08:28 - sE Electronics V7 Comparison
08:50 - Audio Technica AT2010 Comparison
09:12 - Shure Beta 87a Comparison
09:41 - Electro Voice RE520 Comparison
10:08 - Lewitt MTP 940 CM Comparison
10:41 - Earthworks SR314 Comparison
11:13 - Neumann KMS105 Comparison
11:44 - Neumann U87 Ai Comparison
12:17 - Music Test
13:46 - Pros & Cons
14:46  - Overall Thoughts
17:03 - Recommendation
18:24 - Outro

BSP-341: Videos Are NOT Podcasts, and That's Fine

On episode 341 of the BSP I talk more about youtube's attempt to break into podcasting. Since episode 340, I learned that this entire announcement has to do with youtube videos being marked as podcasts, and a viewer will now be able to listen to that video in the background while using the youtube music app.

Note: I screwed the audio up big time. I started a new Reaper session and it reverted to 24-bit 44.1kHz. So I lost the 32-bit float benefit, and I didn't record in the standard 48kHz. HECK IT ALL!

Subscribe to the full audio podcast at http://www.bandrewsays.com

Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links):
Rode NT1 5th Gen: https://geni.us/nt15th
Universal Audio x8: https://imp.i114863.net/zMg2r
Audio Technica M50x: https://geni.us/m50xpro

As an affiliate I earn from qualifying purchases. 

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Merch: https://www.podcastage.com/store
Discord: http://www.podcastage.com/discord

00:00 - Intro
00:15 - YouTube & Podcast

• CREATE A PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/12751636

• HOT POD NEWS: https://hotpodnews.com/the-biggest-stories-from-hot-pod-summit/

• YOUTUBE PODCAST HOMEPAGE: https://www.youtube.com/podcasts

13:05 - Rode NT1
17:45 - WYHTS: Why Is BSP Not on Spotify?

• SPOTIFY FEED: https://open.spotify.com/show/6zwYeDjEVFbURElQ462aTN

20:30 - Ask Bandrew
21:30 - Voice Submission
23:10 - I Am Now THE MAN!
24:10 - Audio Treatment Recommendations

• BOOTH JUNKIE VIDEO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z5ApIWbjvcA

• OWENS CORNING 703: https://www.acoustimac.com/acoustic-insulation-materials/acoustic-insulation/owens-corning-acoustic-insulation

26:30 - Get To Know Your Neighbors
28:45 - Outro / Conclusion