BSP-377: Apple Transcribing Every Podcast, Neumann BCM-104, and more

Video: https://youtu.be/7ZrLihIPa9E

Topics discussed: Apple announcing that they will be transcribing every podcast, my phillips hue lighting, the Neumann BCM-104 vs the BCM-705, Not buying entry level gear, buying used gear, background music selection, and using titles and shorts to grow a youtube channel.

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

Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links):
Neumann BCM 104: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/bcm104
Rode NTH-100:  https://geni.us/rnth100
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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00:00 - Intro
00:19 - Apple Transcribing Every Podcast

• Apple announcement: https://podcasters.apple.com/support/5316-transcripts-on-apple-podcasts

• Pod News Daily Episode: https://podnews.net/update/apple-podcasts-transcripts

03:59 - Phillips Hue Lighting (WIBT)
06:08 - Neumann BCM 104 (WIBT)
10:50 - iZotope VEA Plugin (WIBT)
13:15 - Don't Buy Entry-Level Gear (WYHTS)
15:50 - Buy Old Used Gear (WYHTS)
18:21 - Background Music Selection is an Art (WYHTS)
20:48 - eBay's IRS Reporting Requirement (WYHTS)
24:15 - Title My Podcast Episodes (WYHTS)
26:08 - I Suck at Shorts (WYHTS)
28:52 - Value For Value
35:00 - Conclusion

Art Tube MP Preamp Review / Test

HQ Audio Of Review: https://podcastage.com/rev/tubemp
Video: https://youtu.be/8Tn5jGhivuI

Is a budget tube preamp any good? In todays video I test, demo, and review the Art Tube MP. This preamp has a +60dB gain preamp with a quoted EIN of -129dBu, and +10dB boost on the output stage. The only other feature it offers is the ability to invert your phase.

Buy the Art Tube MP (Affiliate Links)
Amazon:  https://geni.us/tubemp

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

00:00 - Intro / Pricing
00:26 - What’s in the Box
00:39 - Build Quality
01:06 - Walkthrough
02:02 - Specifications
02:42 - Shure SM7b Mic Test (No Cloudlifter or Fethead)
04:21 - Preamp vs. Interface Preamp
05:26 - Drive / Distortion Demo
06:27 - Music Test
08:43 - Pros & Cons
09:31 - What Does it Offer?
10:05 - Recommendation
11:29  - Outro

BSP-376: Does YouTube Punish Unmonetized Videos?, and more

On episode 376 of the BSP I discuss if YouTube punishes unmonetized videos by limiting distribution, what my day job is, a flaw with YouTube podcasts, when you shouldn't buy expensive gear, eBay making you pay taxes, and more.

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

Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links):
Neumann U87 Ai: https://geni.us/u87aikit
Rode NTH-100:  https://geni.us/rnth100
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
00:14 - Do Unmonetized Videos Perform Worse Than Monetized Videos?
09:10 - WYHTS: What's My Day Job?
11:30 - WYHTS: The Problem with YouTube Podcasts
15:40 - WYHTS: Why You Shouldn't Buy Nice Gear
19:15 - WYHTS: eBay Reports You to the IRS
23:52 - Value for Value
25:33 - Ask Bandrew
27:06 - Does Music Ruin Mic Reviews?
31:25 - Conclusion

Sony ECM-LV1 Lav Mic Review & Test

Video & HQ Audio: https://podcastage.com/rev/ecmlv1

Today I review a $30 lavalier microphone from Sony. This is very similar to their older ECM-CS3, but it sounds a bit brighter. It is a stereo lav mic, it has a pretty healthy sensitivity, it does pick up a little bit of room tone, but the top end boost gives it clarity even while clipped to the collar of your shirt. The build quality leaves a bit to be desired, the cable is kind of short, and the top end can be sharp if your sound source is already bright. But for a bright budget lav mic, it's not bad.

Buy the Sony ECM-LV1 (Affiliate Link)
Amazon: https://geni.us/ecmlv1

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

RECORDING SETTINGS:
Input: Canon 90d
Input Level: ~40%
Boosted in Post: +6dB

SPECS:
Polar Pattern: Omnidirectional
Freq Response : 50Hz - 15kHz
Sensitivity -38dB
Power Required: Plug-in Power

00:00 - Intro / Price / Disclaimer 
00:22 - What’s in the Box
00:39 - Build Quality / Walkthrough
01:07 - Specifications
01:20 - Polar Pattern Test (Tone / Rotation)
01:36 - Plosive Test
01:54 - Lav Mic Position Tests
03:04 - Background Noise Test 
03:18 - Untreated Room Test
03:46 - Windscreen Test
04:19 - Does it ASMR?
04:43 - Camera Internal Mic Comparison
05:53 - Laptop Input Demo
06:22 - USB Soundcard Demo
06:41 - Lav Mic Audio Interface Demo
06:59 - Portable Record Demo
07:19 - Smart Phone Demo
07:47 - Intro to Comparison
08:13 - Sony ECM-CS3 Comparison
08:40 - Boya BY-M1 Comparison
09:06 - Movo LV1 Comparison
09:31 - Rode Lavalier Go Comparison
10:06 - Shure MVL Comparison
10:43- Rode Lavalier II Comparison
11:12 - Shure TL47 Comparison
11:50 - Neumann U87 Comparison
12:30 - Pros & Cons
13:31 - Overall Thoughts
14:02 - Recommendation
15:50 - Outro

BSP-375: YouTube RSS Ingestion, Tips for Audio Content on Youtube, and More

On episode 375 of the BSP I discuss Youtube launching their RSS ingestion tool for audio podcasts, my tips for audio podcasts on youtube, what I've learened from selling on eBay, the oldest piece of gear I've had that I haven't reviewed, and more.

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

Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links):
Neumann U87 Ai: https://geni.us/u87aikit
Rode NTH-100:  https://geni.us/rnth100
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
00:15 - YouTube's RSS Injestion Walkthrough

• Blog: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/13973017

• Country Eligibility: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/14106258

06:30 - My Tips for Audio Only Podcasts on YouTube
12:00 - What I've Learned from Selling on eBay
16:06 - WIBT: Receipt Scanner
19:30 - WYHTS: Minimalist with 100's of Mics?
22:10 - WYHTS: You DID Record Outside of the Studio
23:15 - WYHTS: I Can't Afford to Buy Cheap Stuff
25:30 - Value for Value
35:45 - Ask Bandrew
36:30 - Video Submission 1
37:26 - Oldest Piece of Gear I Haven't Reviewed Yet?
41:35 - Conclusion

HyperX Solocast Review / Test

Today I review the HyperX Solocast, a budget USB microphone. This is a barebones offering with no headphone jack and no software, but it is plug and play and it has a mute button. The converters have been upgraded from the Quadcast to 24-bit/96khz, and the threading on body is 5/8" or 3/8".

Buy the HyperX Solocast (Affiliate Link)
Amazon: https://geni.us/solocast

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

RECORDING SETTINGS:
Conversion: 24-bit / 48kHz
Computer Level: 51%
Boosted in Post: +6dB

SPECS:
Polar Pattern: Cardioid
Freq Response : 20Hz - 20kHz
Bit Depth: 16/24-bit
Sample Rate:  44.1/48/96kHz

00:00 - Intro / Price / Disclaimer 
00:20 - What’s in the Box
00:42 - Build Quality / Walkthrough
01:24 - Specifications
01:36 - Polar Pattern Test (Tone / Rotation)
01:56 - Plosive Test
02:10 - Distance Test / Proximity Effect Test
02:32 - Background Noise Test 
02:48 - Untreated Room Test
03:14 - Mic Resonance Tap Test
03:29 - Mute Button Test
03:49 - Desktop Stand Test
04:38 - Intro to Comparison
05:10 - Samson Go Mic Comparison
05:40 - Razer Seiren Mini Comparison
06:10 - Blue Snowball Comparison
06:41 - Fifine K688 Comparison
07:18 - Samson Q2u Comparisona
07:51 - Maono HD300T Comparison
08:26 - Blue Yeti Nano Comparison
09:00 - Blue Yeti Classic Comparison
09:32 - Hyperx Quadcast Comparison
10:14 - Audio Technica AT2020USBX Comparison
10:47 - Neumann U87 Ai Comparison
11:30 - Music Test
13:05 - Pros & Cons
14:19 - Overall Thoughts
15:50 - Recommendation
17:21 - Outro

BSP-374: What I Learned From Failing in 2023, and More

Video: https://youtu.be/dNrZYYH0MhE

On episode 374 of the BSP I discuss what I learned from all the experiences during 2023 through the ups and downs and what my takeaways were. I also discuss if I hit my 2023 goals, what my favorite videos I made during the year, as well as my content goals for 2024 and my personal goals for 2024.

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

Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links):
Neumann KMS105: https://geni.us/kms105
Sennheiser HD650:  https://geni.us/sennhd650
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
00:15 - Happy New Year
00:53 - My Takeaways & What I Learned During 2023
17:35 - 2023 Was a Failure
24:18 - My 2023 Personal Goals
29:45 - My Favorite Videos of 2023

• Presonus Tube Pre V2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TrKg-189ifE

• Neumann BCM705 vs. 13 MIcs: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eUm_MdmhE7Y

• BSP-344: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AUAWtY0CmDI

• BSP-360 (intro): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hy9SaO708P0

• How I Carry My EDC: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3g9_nI2U0kU

• 1990's Dad Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=frJO1ixWd5U

41:15 - Content Creation Goals for 2024
45:55 - Personal Goals for 2024
54:18 - Conclusion

BSP-373: Favorite YouTubers of 2023, Perfect Sick Day Movie Marathon & More

Topics Discussed: My favorite youtube channels, podcasts, music, and television of the year as well as my perfect sick day movie marathon line up.

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
00:23 - Why Share My Favorites?
01:42 - Favorite YouTube Channels

• Recommended Channels: https://www.youtube.com/@Podcastage

• Audio Haze: https://www.youtube.com/@AudioHaze

• Edward The Sound Guy: https://www.youtube.com/@edwardthesoundguy

• Caleb Hammer: https://www.youtube.com/@CalebHammer

08:46 - Favorite Podcasts

• Doug Loves Movies: http://douglovesmovies.com

• Paranormal Podcast / Campfire: https://jimharold.com/krampus-and-haunted-christmas-stories-jim-harolds-campfire-633/

• No Agenda: https://www.noagendashow.net

• Planet Rage: https://planetrage.show

• The Grey Nato: https://thegreynato.com

14:30 - Perfect Sick Movie Marathon
19:19 - Favorite Music
28:05 - Favorite Television

• Portlandia Battlestar Sketch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AyHXzYTuLi4

35:50 - Value for Value

• Sound Speeds Yule Log: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J2Bmuyh9JZk&t=1s

39:00 - Conclusion

Podcastage's Favorite Audio Gear of 2023

Today we discuss my favorite audio gear of 2023. I limit the selections to a Top 3 which made it very difficult, but I share my favorite microphone that I reviewed this year, my favorite audio interface / preamp I reviewed, and my favorite new production gear that I use in my studio. I would love to hear what your favorite gear of the year is.

As an affiliate I earn from qualifying purchases.

Gear Discussed (Affiliate Links):
Audio Technica ATH-M50xSTS-USB: https://geni.us/athm50xstsusb
Shure KSM313/NE: https://geni.us/ksm313
sE Electronics sE7: https://geni.us/sese7
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen: https://geni.us/2i24th
Presonus TubePre V2: https://geni.us/tubeprev2
Elgato Keylights: https://geni.us/egkeylight

Links:
Audio Technica ATH-M50xSTS-USB Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b_lPYwidLe8
Shure KSM313/NE Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mXSE56y3aHs
sE Electronics sE7 Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vnbkpKIXkbs
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AjGD6KPWVBA
Presonus TubePre V2 Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TrKg-189ifE

00:00 - Intro
00:23 - Favorite Mics I Reviewed
03:53 - Favorite Preamp & Interface I Reviewed
05:37 - Favorite Production Gear
08:57 - Your Favorite Gear?
09:25 - Conclusion

#FavoriteGear #Recording #2023

BSP-372: Everyday Tech Upgrades, Most Used Audio Gear & More

Topics Discussed: My 2023 everyday tech upgrades, most used audio gear of 2023, the tech I found most enjoyable to use and learn about, what I'm looking forward to in 2024, and the difference between hoarding and collecting.

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 
00:15 - My 2023 Tech Upgrades
07:00 - My Most Used Audio Gear of 2023
11:30 - Most Enjoyable Tech of the Year
16:40 - What Tech I'm Looking Forward to in 2024
19:12 - RANT: Hoarding vs Collecting
21:46 - Value for Value
24:18 - Conclusion