The PodcastMeister

May 28 2024 18 ep. 13 mins 2
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The PodcastMeister podcast is the accompanion show to "The PodcastMeister" YouTube channel, where I talk about podcast tech, recording gear, news, ideas, tips and tricks for all audio- and video podcasters, streamers, YouTubers. My goal is to help all aspiring creators find the suitable gear to record.

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E018 - Mackie DLZ Creator XS - Better than its BIG brother?

May 28 2024 23 mins  
With the smaller version of the DLZ Creator, the "XS", Mackie's hit the nail on the head, as this little guy brings all the goodness (in a much improved form, thanks to firmware 1.2) then its bigger brother, but in a manageable size. Check out the Automix-part! The mic I'm using (unless otherwise indicated during the episode) is the Shure MV7+ (Gen2!). Affiliate l

E017 - Lewitt Ray - a microphone with adaptive cruise control??

Apr 22 2024 15 mins  
Lewitt has again brought out a microphone that is capable of doing thing never seen before in analog XLR microphones. Learn about Lewitt, their mics and the amazing innovations in the Ray microphone, like the Aura technology (the adaptive cruise control, or Lewitt themselves say: autofocus for your voice) and "mute by distance" work. Trust me, it's worth it. Gear I us

E016 - RØDE StreamerX 4K | Actually awesome, but watch out!

Mar 05 2024 23 mins  
After months of testing and - honestly - confusion, I finally wrapped my head around the StreamerX 4K audio interface / 4K capture card combo from RØDE. Conclusion: it IS actually awesome, you just need to be aware of one thing - but that is pretty important and can ruin your experience. Which is why I think that it will get exponentially better with the next iteration. Find out h

E015 - These are ALL the dynamic mics with a built-in preamp

Mar 04 2024 20 mins  
This is a review of all dynamic microphones on the market as of February 2024, that have a built-in "booster" or "mic activator", so their own preamp built in, which - in exchange for supplying it with 48V (or in one case 24V) phantom power, can boost the mic signal by 18-50 decibel, depending on the model. Gear I use or recommend using (affiliate links, does no

E014 - RØDE NT1 Signature Series: fair price + colors (vs the NT1-A and the Lewitt LCT 240 Pro)

Nov 18 2023 8 mins  
In this episode I'm introducing the Signature Series of the iconic RØDE NT1 microphone, that's been around since the 1990's and comparing it to the NT1 5th Gen, the NT1-A and the Lewitt LCT 240Pro.

E013 - Mackie DLZ Creator | EPIC review

Jun 17 2023 29 mins  
This is the review of the most controversial new podcasting console in 2023 (so far). Check it out to see if the AUTOMIX works as it should! Gear I use or recommend using (affiliate links, does not cost you any extra, but by purchasing through them you are supporting this channel - highly appreciated if you use them): ⏺ Dedicated Podcast Recorders: Mackie DLZ Creator: https://am

E012 - Rode NT1 5th Gen | Does All, But Not All At Once...

May 21 2023 17 mins  
In this episode I'll reveal the ways you can make use of the state-of-the-art features of the RØDE NT1 5th Generation USB/XLR studio condenser microphone (like 32-bit float recording). Also I will tell you the choices you have to make with this mic - as it can do everything, but not all at once. :) Subscribe to the YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@PodcastMeister

E011 - What RØDE has REALLY announced at the 2023 NAB Show...

May 21 2023 13 mins  
In this episode I am trying to read between the (product) lines and forecast what direction RØDE is heading towards with the new products announced at the 2023 NAB Show. I'll talk about (briefly) the new Wireless Me, the updates on the Wireless Go II and the Backpack & in length about the Rødecaster Duo, the Streamer X, the updates that are valid also for the Rødecaster

E010 - The SE Dyna(ca)sty: the Dynacaster DCM3, DCM6 and DCM8 broadcast dynamic microphones

May 01 2023 8 mins  
In this episode we'll take a look (and listen) to the 2 newcomers to the original SE Electronics Dynacaster broadcast dynamic microphone (now called the Dynacaster DCM8): the DCM6 and the DCM3. We'll hear the similarities, differences, and my recommendation on which one gives you the most bang for your buck. Enjoy! Visit https://youtube.com/@PodcastMeister Gear I use or rec

E009 - Mackie's first broadcast-style dynamic mic, the EM-99B

Apr 08 2023 6 mins  
Check out how Mackie's first broadcast-style dynamic mic, the EM-99B sounds and stacks up in a quite competitive price range.