Episodes
Video: https://youtu.be/K-huKM8r8KA Topics discussed: The United States TikTok ban and what I suggest content creators do, comparing the Lewitt Ray to the Lewitt LCT440, testing if face masks make good pop filters, discussing if redundant items are luxury items, explaining why audio gear is high value, and then insane ramblings and tangents.   Subscribe to the full audio podcast at http://www.bandrewsays.com   Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links): Lewitt Ray: https://geni.us/lray ...
Published 04/28/24
Published 04/28/24
Video: https://youtu.be/IRAMyU7dmew Topics discussed: Do negative reviews kill companies, the Lewitt Aura, the podcast being personality driven, wool socks rule, my favorite value electronics, the real way to EQ, and if the NT1 4th gen and Signature series are the same. Subscribe to the full audio podcast at http://www.bandrewsays.com Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links): Lewitt Ray: https://geni.us/lray RND Portico 5017: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/rnd5017 Universal Audio x8: ...
Published 04/22/24
Video: https://youtu.be/VBQ_eVVAK6w Topics discussed: My favorite things of the year as of April 2024, Tudor's watch & wonders releases, why YouTube is beating Netflix?, Why run two youtube channels instead of just one, Suggestions on limiting microphone bleed, Addressing a very common EQ mistkae, and the most important thing I learned about audio last year.   Subscribe to the full audio podcast at http://www.bandrewsays.com   Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links): Shure MoveMic:...
Published 04/15/24
Video: https://youtu.be/TBypTk7Mgx4 Topics discussed: A professional Sound Guy corrects me on Lavalier microphones and provides their thoughts on proper use cases, Overhead booming with the Shure SM7b, the Shure Move Mic, hitting 10,000 Subscribers on this podcast after 9 years of production, why I don't use IEM's for monitoring, Mics in frame making you relatable, information lost when I privated 100 episodes of this podcast, abnd why I was okay deleting 100 episodes of my podcast   ...
Published 04/07/24
Video: https://youtu.be/C_lf9nxJ5Tg Topics discussed: YouTube's employee telling us that we should not delete our youtube videos, sharing feedback about lav mics, why understanding listener playback systems is important, why people use mics in frame, and more.   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 x8: ...
Published 03/24/24
Video: https://youtu.be/MZ-6W3VsGgs Topics discussed: Youtube updating the TV app, why I buy and review bad sounding microphones, revisiting my comparison of 6 lav microphones with a wild crad thrown in, why I won't make a finance channel, how you can collect watches and do no spend months, and then a lot more talk about people's opinions on Lavs.   Subscribe to the full audio podcast at http://www.bandrewsays.com   Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links): Neumann U67 Reissue: ...
Published 03/17/24
Video: https://youtu.be/_oNvMUmo4sI Lossless Audio: https://www.bandrewscott.com/blog/bsp381 Topics discussed: M4a vs. MP3 which one sounds better including demos, Comparing the Rode Lavalier II, Countryman B6, Sanken Cos 11D, and Shure TL48, Why I am strict with my diet, finances, and exercise, and a few other things in the value for value section.   Subscribe to the full audio podcast at http://www.bandrewsays.com   Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links): Neumann U67 Reissue: ...
Published 03/11/24
Video: https://youtu.be/4Gru8_wpxqk Topics discussed: The benefits of doing a no spend month, my actual 2024 everyday carry, and a few other things as well. Subscribe to the full audio podcast at http://www.bandrewsays.com Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links): Neumann U67 Reissue:  https://imp.i114863.net/u67 Rode NTH-100:  https://geni.us/rnth100 Universal Audio x8:  https://sweetwater.sjv.io/uax8 As an affiliate I earn from qualifying purchases.    Ask Questions:...
Published 03/04/24
Video: https://youtu.be/SZvWwPQsEcI Topics discussed: JZ Mics Vintage 67, Did I take Ozempic (my weight loss journey), what I learned from doing what makes me uncomfortable, avoiding information overload, why I shouldn't buy mics from manufacturers, why making mistakes makes you more trustworthy, and the digital audio players I've tried.   Subscribe to the full audio podcast at http://www.bandrewsays.com   Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links): JZ Mics Vintage 67: ...
Published 02/19/24
Video: https://youtu.be/FUv6PS73Tf8 Topics discussed: Going on a podcast detox, a feature that every Digital Audio Player should have, my experience with Neumann getting a microphone sent in for repair, Why apple transcribing podcasts doesn't bother me, Apple not hosting podcasts, and using the Shure A7WS with Sennheiser Handheld Dynamics to reduce plosives.   Subscribe to the full audio podcast at http://www.bandrewsays.com   Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links): Neumann BCM 104:...
Published 02/12/24
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: ...
Published 01/29/24
Video: https://youtu.be/dfZl4U_vkds 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: ...
Published 01/22/24
Video: https://youtu.be/w0ZG9RhxIjM 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...
Published 01/15/24
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 ...
Published 01/08/24
Video: https://youtu.be/-hgBmM34pyc 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...
Published 12/24/23
Video: https://youtu.be/dK7b4WF_ik4 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...
Published 12/17/23
Video: https://youtu.be/4sp4rZs-pwU Topics Discussed: Google shutting down Google Podcasts, YouTube allowing channels to pause comments instead of shutting them off, 4K UHD being a region free media format, how I have time to watch movies, parabolic mics for indoor use, the Univseral Audio SD1 vs. the SE Electronics Dynacaster, and the show is interupted by a show called Actual News Network to report on Planet Rage.   Subscribe to the full audio podcast at http://www.bandrewsays.com   ...
Published 12/11/23
Video: https://youtu.be/O_NcGRJql9I Topics Discussed: Sony deleting tv shows purchased by their users and the importance of physical media, youtube rolling out gaming in app, parabolic mics indoors, Universal Audio SD-1 vs sE Electronics Dynacaster, opinions on used mics, MXL 770 vs MXL 990, and a microphone solution for VR streaming.   Subscribe to the full audio podcast at http://www.bandrewsays.com   Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links): Shure SM7b: https://geni.us/shuresm7b ...
Published 12/04/23
Video: https://youtu.be/c4fn42LOxCA Topics Discussed: What I'm thankful for, bank fees, adjusting your lifestyle as purchasing power decreases, and then I include a demo of distance micing in an untreated space to show that a condenser may be right.   Subscribe to the full audio podcast at http://www.bandrewsays.com   Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links): Shure KSM313/NE: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/ksm313 Universal Audio LA610 MK2:  https://imp.i114863.net/la610mk2 Universal Audio...
Published 11/20/23
Video: https://youtu.be/Yzr67KzY-Tc Topics Discussed: Making content when uninspired and unmotivated, 4 ways that I am focusing on being more frugal and saving money, the Presonus Tube Pre V2, YouTube promoting small channels with minimal views, and how Subscriber Count doesn't impact view performance of some channels.   Subscribe to the full audio podcast at http://www.bandrewsays.com   Gear Used This Episode (Affiliate Links): Neumann KMS105: https://geni.us/kms105 Presonus Tubepre...
Published 11/13/23
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: ...
Published 11/05/23
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:...
Published 10/22/23
Video: https://youtu.be/junkgYOKJko 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: ...
Published 10/15/23
Video: https://youtu.be/8xS6CECYj7g Topics Discussed: My 8 common sense personal finance tips, why do some mics pick up more bass frequencies, can the Wave XLR drive 6xx headphones, and the worst audio that I can make.   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 Rode...
Published 10/09/23