Lewitt LCT 840 Review / Test (vs. OC818, TF51, LCT1040, U67)

Today i review the Lewitt LCT840, a multi-pattern tube condenser mic that offers 5 great sounding polar patterns, two pads, and two high pass filters. I hear more mids than other lewitt mics with a slightly different top end which isn't overly bright in the treble, but it offers a really nice upper treble and air region which maintains a smooth sound.

RECORDING SETTINGS:
Interface: Focsurite Scarlett 18i20 2nd Gen
Conversion: 24-bit / 48kHz
Gain: ~12:30
Boosted in Post: +7dB

SPECS:
Polar Pattern: Omni, Wide cardioid, Cardioid, Supercardioid, Figure 8.
Freq Response : 20Hz - 20khz
Sensitivity: -33dBV
Self Noise: 9dB
Max SPL: 139dB (159dB with -20dB pad)
Impedance: 200 Ohms
High Pass Filter: 12dB/oct at 40Hz, 6dB/oct at 300hz
Pad: -10dB, -20dB
Tube: 12ZX7

Buy the Lewitt LCT840 (Affiliate Link)
Amazon: https://geni.us/lct840
Sweetwater: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/lct840
B&H Photo: https://bhpho.to/3MLdGfM

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Amazon:  https://geni.us/2i32rd
Sweetwater: https://imp.i114863.net/k6g4d
B&H Photo: https://bhpho.to/42lcWDF
Thomann: https://www.thomann.de/intl/focusrite_scarlett_2i2_3rd_gen.htm?offid=1&affid=2060

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00:00 - Intro / Setup
00:40 - What’s in the Box
01:12 - Build Quality / Walkthrough
02:23 - Specifications
02:41 - Polar Pattern Test (Tone / Rotation)
04:01 - Plosive Test
04:14 - Distance Test / Proximity Effect Test
04:35 - Background Noise Test 
04:50 - Untreated Room Test
05:13 - Shock Rejection Test
05:30 - Mic Resonance Tap Test
05:44 - High Pass Filter Test
06:28 - Pad Test
06:55 - Windscreen Tone Test
07:27 -  High End Preamp Demo
08:24 - Intro to Comparison
08:49 - Neat King Bee v2 Comparison
09:18 - Rode NT1 5th Gen Comparison
09:45 - Lewitt LCT440 Comparison
10:15 - Shure KSM32 Comparison
10:42 - Lewitt Pure Tube Comparison
11:10 - Austrian Audio OC818 Comparison
11:44 - AKG C414 XLS Comparison
12:14 - Sony C100 Comparison
12:47 - Lewitt LCT940 Comparison
13:26 - Telefunken TF51 Comparison
13:54 - Lewitt LCT1040 Comparison
14:36 - Neumann U87 Ai Comparison
15:19 - Neumann U67 Reissue Comparison
16:06 - Music Test
17:41 - Pros & Cons
19:40 - Overall Thoughts
21:29 - Recommendation
22:22 - Outro

BSP-367: Does Sub Count Impact the Algorithm, YouTube Viewership Down, and More

Video: https://youtu.be/X9d3vuTktEk

Topics Discussed: Using the Lewitt LCT440, my podcast outros, YouTube viewership being down across the board, my theory on if YouTube Subscriber count impacts a channels performance in the algorithm, Rodecaster Pro Duo issues, and then I judge your audio.

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

Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links):
Lewitt LCT440: https://geni.us/lct440
Universal Audio LA610 MK2:  https://imp.i114863.net/la610mk2
Universal Audio x8:  https://sweetwater.sjv.io/uax8

As an affiliate I earn from qualifying purchases. 

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Merch:  https://www.podcastage.com/store
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00:00 - Intro 
01:00 - Lewitt LCT440
02:40 - WYHTS: AI Outro & Five Nights at Freddys
04:30 - WYHTS: YouTube Viewership is Down for Everyone
09:10 - WYHTS: Do YouTube Subscribers Impact Algorithm Performance
15:00 - WYHTS: You Should Gargle on Camera More
16:06 - WYHTS: RCP Issue on Windows
17:37 - WYHTS: RCP Pops & Clicks
19:42- Value for Value
21:30 - Ask Bandrew
22:30 - Voice Submission 1
24:00 - How to Avoid People Spying on Your Recording Noise
25:07 - Trying to Identify Nasal Tone in Recording
26:10 - Does Foreign Accent Matter for Voice Over?
27:16 - How Much EQ is Too Much?
29:10 - Video Submission 2
31:45 - How Does Your Audio Sound?
33:10 - Video Submission 3
36:10 - How Does Your Audio Sound?
38:34 - Conclsuion

Seiko 7S26 vs Seiko 4R36 Movement

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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: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/lct840
Interface: https://geni.us/rcduo
Headphones: https://geni.us/sennhd650

SOURCES
Seiko Manual: https://www.seikowatches.com/us-en/-/media/Files/Common/Seiko/instructions/English/7/7S36/7S36.pdf
Strap Code 7S26: https://www.strapcode.com/blogs/seiko-mechanical-movements/seiko-7s26-caliber-reviews
Mizeni 7S26 Movment Details: https://mizeni.com/movements/seiko-7S26
Caliber Corner 7S26: https://calibercorner.com/seiko-caliber-7s26/
Caliber Corner 4R36: https://calibercorner.com/seiko-caliber-4r36/

00:00 - Intro
00:22 - Specs & Differences
01:48 - Functionality
02:25 - Conclusion

Universal Audio SD-1 Hemisphere Plugin Demo / Test

Video & Audio Of Review: https://podcastage.com/rev/hemisphere
Full Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0m4FkPS9RgE

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

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00:00 - Intro
00:42 - Plugin Walkthrough
03:02 - Mic Model Demos
06:04 - Models vs. Real Deal Comparison
08:57 - How Do The Models Sound
09:51 - Do You Need a Universal Audio Interface?
10:19 - Does This Work in Real Time?
10:58 - Can You Download it Without a UA Mic?
11:26 - Final Thoughts
12:42 - Conclusion

Christopher Ward C65 Aquitane GMT Wearing Experience

MEASUREMENTS:
Case Diameter: 41.1mm
Lug to Lug: 46mm (51.6mm inlcuding center links)
Lug Width: 22mm
Thickness: 12.9mm
Weight : 146g (for 6.5" wrist)

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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:
Mic stand: https://www.yellowtec.com/mika.html
Preamp:  http://bit.ly/2MBhwLA
Interface: https://imp.i114863.net/uax8
Headphones: https://geni.us/sennhd65

00:00 - Intro
00:41 - Measurements / Build Quality / Movement
02:18 - Wrist Shots (6.5" / 16.5mm)
02:54 - Lume Shot
03:31 - Size Comparisons
05:11 - What I Liked
08:02 - What I Disliked
09:34 - Final Thoughts
11:00 - Outro

Shure KSM141 Microphone Review / Test

Today i review the Shure KSM141, a small diaphragm condenser which offers a controlled low end, a neutral mid section, and a slightly bright treble region. This mic offers two very useful polar patterns and useful high pass filters as well as a max SPL of 164dB.

RECORDING SETTINGS:
Interface: Focsurite Scarlett 18i20 2nd Gen
Conversion: 24-bit / 48kHz
Gain: ~2:30
Boosted in Post: +2dB

SPECS:
Polar Pattern: Cardioid / Omni
Freq Response : 20Hz - 20khz
Sensitivity: -37dBV
Self Noise: 14dB
Max SPL: 139dB (159dB with -25dB pad)
Impedance: 150 Ohms
High Pass Filter: 6dB/octave at 115hz; -18dB/octave at 80hz
Phantom power: +48V

Buy the Shure KSM141 (Affiliate Link)
Amazon:  https://geni.us/ksm141
Sweetwater: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/ksm141
B&H Photo: https://bhpho.to/3tG6CLF
Thomann: https://www.thomannmusic.com/shure_ksm_141_sl.htm?offid=1&affid=2060

Buy the Focusrite 2i2 (3rd Gen)- Same Performance as 18i20 (Affiliate Link)
Amazon:  https://geni.us/2i32rd
Sweetwater: https://imp.i114863.net/k6g4d
B&H Photo: https://bhpho.to/42lcWDF
Thomann: https://www.thomann.de/intl/focusrite_scarlett_2i2_3rd_gen.htm?offid=1&affid=2060

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

00:00 - Intro / Setup
00:30 - What’s in the Box
00:52 - Build Quality / Walkthrough
01:27 - Specifications
01:40 - Polar Pattern Test (Tone / Rotation)
02:33 - Plosive Test
02:54 - Distance Test / Proximity Effect Test
03:22 - Background Noise Test 
03:38 - Untreated Room Test
04:03 - Underboom & Overhead Booming Test
04:48 - Shock Rejection Test
05:04 - Mic Resonance Tap Test
05:19 - High Pass Filter Test
05:59 - Pad Test
06:19 - Windscreen Tone Test
06:54 - Intro to Comparison
07:22 - Behringer C2 Comparison
07:51 - Rode M5 Comparison
08:22 - sE Electronics sE8 Comparison
08:57 - Shure SM81 Comparison
09:38 - Beyerdynamic MC930 Comparison
10:08 - Neumann KM184 Comparison
10:44 - Neumann U87 Ai Comparison
11:24 - Music Test
12:59 - Pros & Cons
14:16 - Overall Thoughts
15:23 - Recommendation
16:13 - Outro

BSP-366: YouTube: The Shopping Network, YouTube Audio Limiter, & More

Topics Discussed: Youtube's shopping program updates, Youtube rollilng out animations on the like button and subscribe button, Youtube adding an audio limiter for mobile playback, My initial thoughts on the rodecaster duo, Microphone product pricing & counterfeit mics, Sound treatment recommendations, If polarizing filters do anything indoors, and more.

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

Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links):
Shure SM58: https://geni.us/sm58
Rodecaster Duo: https://geni.us/rcduo

As an affiliate I earn from qualifying purchases. 

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Merch:  https://www.podcastage.com/store
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00:00 - Intro 
00:21 - YouTube Shopping Update

• Blog Update on Shopping: Blog: https://support.google.com/youtube/thread/239554058

04:40 - YouTube Like & Subscribe Animations

• Blog on Feature Updates: https://blog.youtube/news-and-events/youtube-new-features-2023/

07:55 - YouTube Audio Limiter
09:57 - WIBT: Rodecaster Duo
12:32 - WYHTS: Product Pricing & Counterfeit Mics
16:41 - WYHTS: Sound Treatment Recommendations?
19:10 - WYHTS: Are Polarizing Filters Even Useful?
21:40 - WYHTS: Rodecaster Pops & Crackles in Recordings
25:20 - Value for Value
32:33 - Conclusion

Sellita SW330-2 GMT Movement Walkthrough & History

SOURCES:

Grail Watch Reference: https://reference.grail-watch.com/movement/sw330-1/

Sellita SW330-1 to SW330-2: https://www.sellita.ch/scripts/calibres/images/IS%2021_Evolution_calibre_SW330-1_vers_SW330-2.pdf

Sellita Barrel Improvement: https://www.sellita.ch/scripts/calibres/images/IS%2025_Amélioration%20barillet%20SW3XX-1.pdf

Movo LV-1 Lav Mic Review

Video & HQ Audio: https://podcastage.com/rev/lv1

Today I review a $13 lavalier microphone kit. This seems to be a similar built to a mic I reviewed 7 years ago and it has the sam functionality. The sound is tolerable but leans towards muddy in the bass and congested in the mids. It also has a low sensitivity and sounds like it has a high self noise so if you're looking for noiseless recordings this will not offer it for you.

 Buy the Movo LV1 (Affiliate Link)
Amazon: https://geni.us/movolv1

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

RECORDING SETTINGS:
Conversion: 16-bit / 48kHz
Computer Level: 81%
Boosted in Post: +2dB

SPECS:
Polar Pattern: Omnidirectional
Freq Response : 50Hz - 18kHz
Sensitivity -65dB
Impedance: 1 kΩ
Operating Voltage: 1 - 10 V DC

00:00 - Intro / Price / Disclaimer 
00:23 - What’s in the Box
00:58 - Build Quality / Walkthrough
01:40 - Specifications
01:53 - Polar Pattern Test (Tone / Rotation)
02:09 - Plosive Test
02:26 - Lav Mic Position Tests
03:18 - Background Noise Test 
03:33 - Untreated Room Test
03:55 - Windscreen Test
04:38 - Camera Internal Mic Comparison
06:03 - Portable Record Demo
06:23 - Smart Phone Demo
06:40 - Laptop Input Demo
06:55 - Lav Mic Audio Interface Demo
07:19 - 1/4" Audio Interface Demo
07:59 - Intro to Comparison
08:30 - Sony ECM-CS3 Comparison
09:13 - Apple Earbuds Mic Copmarison
09:32 - Deity Pocket Wireless Lav Comparison
10:02 - Rode Lavalier Go Comparison
10:31 - Shure MVL Comparison
11:01 - Shure TL47 Comparison
11:40 - Neumann U87 Ai Comparison
12:26 - Pros & Cons
14:22 - Overall Thoughts
15:04 - Recommendation
17:41 - Outro

BSP-365: Saving Money on Gear, SM7b Portable Recorder, & More

Topics Discussed: My camera filter mistake, How a Youtuber saves money on gear, if there's a portable recorder that works with the SM7b, how I torted my audience with bad audio, what does BSP mean, Will I haven't livestreamed my podcast, and resolving pops in recordings.

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

Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links):
Shure SM7b:  https://geni.us/shuresm7b
Universal Audio LA610 MK2:  https://imp.i114863.net/la610mk2
Universal Audio x8:  https://sweetwater.sjv.io/uax8

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 
00:22 - My Camera Filter Mistake
02:08 - WYHTS: Youtuber Saves Money on Gear
07:03 - WYHTS: Is There a Portable Recorder for the SM7b?
14:03 - WYHTS: How I Tortured my Audience!
18:03 - WYHTS: What Does BSP Mean?
19:38 - Value for Value
21:03 - Ask Bandrew
22:03 - Video Submission 1
22:33 - Will I Livestream My Podcast?
27:18 - Audio Submission 2
28:22 - Resolving Pops In Recording
32:33 - Try Getting a Good Nights Sleep
34:18 - Conclusion