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, the difference between an expander and noise gate, whether you should use line or instrument level on your audio instrument and why vintage gear is always “better”. Subscribe to the full audio podcast at http://www.bandrewsays.com Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links): Microtech Gefell UMT70s: https://vintageking.com/ge...
Nov 28, 2021•44 min•Ep. 283
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? Subscribe to the full audio pod...
Nov 21, 2021•48 min•Ep. 282
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. Subscribe to the full audio podcast at http://www.bandrewsays.com 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:...
Nov 14, 2021•30 min•Ep. 281
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. Subscribe to the full audio podcast at http://www.bandrewsays.com Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links): Sterling P20: https://www.guitarcenter.com/Sterling-Audio/P20-Dynamic-P...
Nov 07, 2021•29 min•Ep. 280
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. Subscribe to the full audio podcast at http://www.bandrewsays.com 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.htm...
Oct 31, 2021•40 min•Ep. 279
On episode 278 of the BSP, I answer questions that you sent in back in July. Subscribe to the full audio podcast at http://www.bandrewsays.com 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: http...
Oct 24, 2021•31 min•Ep. 278
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. Subscribe to the full audio podcast at http://www.bandrewsays.com Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links): Beyerdynamic M70 Pro X: https://geni.us/m70pro Yellowtek Boom Arm: https://www.yellowtec.com/mika.html Universal Au...
Oct 10, 2021•23 min•Ep. 277
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! Subscribe to the full audio podcast at http://www.bandrewsays.com Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links): Microtech Gefell UMT70s: https://vintageking.com/gefell-umt70s-fet Yellowtek Boom Arm: https:/...
Oct 03, 2021•40 min•Ep. 276
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. Subscribe to the full audio podcast at http://www.bandrewsays.com Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links): Telefunken TF51: https://imp.i114863.net/tf51 OC White Low Profile Boom Arm: https://www.ocw...
Sep 26, 2021•34 min•Ep. 275
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. Subscribe to the full audio podcast at http://www.bandrewsays.com Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links): Shure SM7b: https://geni.us/shuresm7b Yellowtek Boom Arm: https://www.yellowtec.com/mika.html Presonus Revelator iO24:...
Sep 19, 2021•37 min•Ep. 274
On episode 273 of the BSP, I discuss Youtube changing the requirements for channels to gain the community tab feature, the SM7b becoming less popular, my advice on cutting out filler words, why I don’t recommend noise gates all the time, how I recommend addressing incorrect microphone technique, and more. Subscribe to the full audio podcast at http://www.bandrewsays.com Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links): Shure SM7b: https://geni.us/shuresm7b Yellowtek Boom Arm: https://www.yellowtec.com/m...
Sep 12, 2021•37 min•Ep. 273
On episode 272 of the BSP, I discuss OnlyFans suspending their ban of adult activity, the brand new 512 Audio Limelight which is a new broadcast dynamic microphone, my desert island microphone, and what you should look for when buying a mic. Subscribe to the full audio podcast at http://www.bandrewsays.com Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links): 512 Audio Limelight: https://imp.i114863.net/limelight Yellowtek Boom Arm: https://www.yellowtec.com/mika.html Universal Audio x8: https://imp.i114863...
Aug 29, 2021•38 min•Ep. 272
On episode 270 of the BSP, I discuss the news that OnlyFans will be banning certain adult content, YouTube updating their search algorithm, and other big changes YouTube is making. I also used the Behringer BX2020 in this video. Subscribe to the full audio podcast at http://www.bandrewsays.com Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links): Behringer BX2020: Hakan P110 Pop Filter: https://imp.i114863.net/Za2Ag Yellowtek Boom Arm: https://www.yellowtec.com/mika.html Universal Audio x8: https://imp.i114...
Aug 22, 2021•32 min•Ep. 271
On episode 270 of the BSP, I discuss the Rodecaster Pro ducking feature, Why down mixing to mono leads to more noise in OBS, why I use cheap boom arms in my reviews, if the SM7b being labeled a streaming microphone is offensive or infuriating, and then I poorly answer some other technical questions. Subscribe to the full audio podcast at http://www.bandrewsays.com Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links): Telefunken TF51: https://imp.i114863.net/tf51 Hakan P110 Pop Filter: https://imp.i114863.ne...
Aug 15, 2021•39 min•Ep. 270
On episode 269 of the BSP, I discuss my thoughts on the philosophy of “buy it for life” where you purchase high quality items that will last your entire life, and instead of replacing you repair. I also use the new Presonus Revelator iO24. Subscribe to the full audio podcast at http://www.bandrewsays.com 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 Senn...
Aug 08, 2021•32 min•Ep. 269
On episode 268 of the BSP, I discuss why I was almost banned from the Amazon Affiliate program and what you can do to avoid the same issue. I also use the brand new Audio Technica AT2040. Subscribe to the full audio podcast at http://www.bandrewsays.com Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links): Audio Technica AT2040: https://geni.us/at2040 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 am...
Aug 01, 2021•38 min•Ep. 268
On episode 267 of the BSP, I discuss YouTube’s new feature that will help you earn more money as a creator, called Super Thanks. I also discuss TikTok destroying Society, the noise floor of the Q2u, if the sE Electronics V7 is good for spoken word, and more. Subscribe to the full audio podcast at http://www.bandrewsays.com Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links): Telefunken TF51: https://imp.i114863.net/tf51 Hakan P110 Pop Filter: https://imp.i114863.net/Za2Ag OC White Low Profile Boom Arm: htt...
Jul 25, 2021•33 min•Ep. 267
On episode 266 of the BSP, I discuss YouTube rolling out features to fight TikTok and why I think they’ll fail, YouTube’s new streaming features, and I share my thoughts on Elgato’s new audio products. Subscribe to the full audio podcast at http://www.bandrewsays.com Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links): Telefunken TF51: https://imp.i114863.net/tf51 Hakan P110 Pop Filter: https://imp.i114863.net/Za2Ag OC White Low Profile Boom Arm: https://www.ocwhite.com/product/ultima-gen2-ultra-low-profil...
Jul 18, 2021•34 min•Ep. 266
On episode 265 of the BSP, I discuss the Audacity’s change to the privacy policy briefly, the Royer R10, if you should get a Soyuz Launcher for the RE20, Thoughts on Clubhouse, and How to Stop Using Crutch Words. Subscribe to the full audio podcast at http://www.bandrewsays.com Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links): Royer R10: https://imp.i114863.net/r10 Hakan P110 Pop Filter: https://imp.i114863.net/Za2Ag Yellowtek Boom Arm: https://www.yellowtec.com/mika.html Universal Audio x8: https://imp...
Jul 11, 2021•32 min•Ep. 265
On episode 264 of the BSP, I discuss YouTube banning me, what the experience was like, my theories on why I was banned, concerns about how YouTube handles bans, my suggestions on how to safeguard against bans, and declare my love for YouTube. I also scream at Sound Speeds for thinking he’s so high and mighty and correct. WHAT A DUMMY! Subscribe to the full audio podcast at http://www.bandrewsays.com Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links): Neumann TLM49: https://imp.i114863.net/tlm49 Hakan P110...
Jun 27, 2021•41 min•Ep. 264
On episode 263 of the BSP, I discuss the validity of content creators altering their content and format based on the perceived change of the YouTube algorithm, why I think cringe videos are great, and a necessary shift in spending habits. Subscribe to the full audio podcast at http://www.bandrewsays.com Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links): Neumann TLM49: https://imp.i114863.net/tlm49 Hakan P110 Pop Filter: https://imp.i114863.net/Za2Ag Yellowtek Boom Arm: https://www.yellowtec.com/mika.html...
Jun 20, 2021•32 min•Ep. 263
On episode 262 of the BSP, I answer questions about the Universal Audio 610 Solo tube preamp, the Neumann TLM103 or Austrian Audio OC18, Why is the Zoom h5 so noisy?, what beanies do I wear, and share SM58 or sE v7? Subscribe to the full audio podcast at http://www.bandrewsays.com Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links): Neumann TLM49: https://imp.i114863.net/tlm49 Hakan P110 Pop Filter: https://imp.i114863.net/Za2Ag Yellowtek Boom Arm: https://www.yellowtec.com/mika.html Golden Age Projects Pr...
Jun 13, 2021•30 min•Ep. 262
On episode 261 of the BSP, I answer questions about what mic does pod save America use, if you can get zero latency monitoring from a USB mic, what mics give you the condenser sound with dynamic mic rejection, suggested vocal mics under $500, an affordable alternative to Izotope RX8, and if cheap pop filters can outperform expensive pop filters. Subscribe to the full audio podcast at http://www.bandrewsays.com Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links): Neumann TLM49: https://imp.i114863.net/tlm49...
Jun 06, 2021•27 min•Ep. 261
On episode 260 of the BSP, I discuss the announcement from YouTube that they will paying $100M to different creators who publish YouTube shorts over the next year of 2021 - 2022. I also use the Neumann TLM49 and discuss Facebook enforcing rules on one group of people, 25a, and audio feedback. Subscribe to the full audio podcast at http://www.bandrewsays.com Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links): Neumann TLM49: https://imp.i114863.net/tlm49 Hakan P110 Pop Filter: https://imp.i114863.net/Za2Ag ...
May 16, 2021•43 min•Ep. 260
On episode 259 of the BSP, I talk about StevieT being hacked, Sennheiser being acquired, Trumps Facebook ban being upheld, and Twitter Adding a Tip Jar! Subscribe to the full audio podcast at http://www.bandrewsays.com Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links): Neumann U87 Ai: https://imp.i114863.net/u87 Hakan P110 Pop Filter: https://imp.i114863.net/Za2Ag OC White Low Profile Boom Arm: https://www.ocwhite.com/product/ultima-gen2-ultra-low-profile-adjustable-mic-boom-with-a-12-fixed-horizontal-ar...
May 09, 2021•29 min•Ep. 259
On episode 257 of the BSP, I answer a bunch of questions submitted by YOU. I address why you need purpose in your life, what type of pizza I eat, what are some options for multi-tracking mixers, why there aren’t affordable external compressors, mic suggestions for guitar/singing/podcasting under $500, whether variety channels are a good idea, and if you can easily monetize a second YouTube channel. Subscribe to the full audio podcast at http://www.bandrewsays.com Gear Used This Episode (Affiliat...
May 02, 2021•42 min•Ep. 258
On episode 257 of the BSP, I discuss the announcement that Facebook is going to try to get into audio and roll out some podcasting features, as well as the announcement that Applee is allowing for premium podcast subscriptions. Subscribe to the full audio podcast at http://www.bandrewsays.com Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links): Avantone CV12: https://imp.i114863.net/cv12 Hakan P110 Pop Filter: https://imp.i114863.net/Za2Ag OC White Low Profile Boom Arm: https://www.ocwhite.com/product/ulti...
Apr 25, 2021•47 min•Ep. 257
On episode 256 of the BSP, I discuss thew news that Twitch will be banning people for off site violations (on other social media platforms, and off-line behavior as well). I discuss why this is concerning even though it is understandable why they want to implement this. Subscribe to the full audio podcast at http://www.bandrewsays.com Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links): Lewitt LCT840: https://vintageking.com/lewitt-lct-840 Hakan P110 Pop Filter: https://imp.i114863.net/Za2Ag OC White Low P...
Apr 11, 2021•44 min•Ep. 256
On episode 255 of the BSP, I discuss the announcement that YouTube is removing the dislike count from public view and what this means for creators and viewers, as well as a quick update to the YouTube monetization policy. Then I talk about ’starting microphones’ for ’starting streamers’ and a whole lot more. Subscribe to the full audio podcast at http://www.bandrewsays.com Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links): Lewitt LCT840: https://vintageking.com/lewitt-lct-840 Hakan P110 Pop Filter: https...
Apr 04, 2021•36 min•Ep. 255
On episode 254 of the BSP, I discuss the latest Alpha Gaming video where he states the SM7b is Dead ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pf-Y-OZEO6w ), and I point out why I disagree with this statement. Subscribe to the full audio podcast at http://www.bandrewsays.com Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links): Sony C100: https://imp.i114863.net/Gjjzz2 Yellowtek Boom Arm: https://www.yellowtec.com/mika.html Universal Audio x8: https://imp.i114863.net/zMg2r Sennheiser HD650: https://geni.us/sennhd650...
Mar 28, 2021•25 min•Ep. 254
