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Ever looked for a podcast that simply used different microphones and gear on each episode? Well now you can hear the gear before you buy the gear! I will use a different microphone each week, unprocessed so you can get an idea if a piece of gear should be yours, or if it should stay on the shelf! BUT WAIT THERES MORE! Also get some tips and tricks to use in your podcasting adventures!

Jeremy Barker

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    • Jan 1, 1970 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 5m AVG DURATION
    • 84 EPISODES


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    The Shure PE10D - An Absolutely Gorgeous Vintage Handheld Dynamic

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 2:53


    I sure hope this thing sounds good, cause it is probably the coolest looking handheld I have ever seenSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hear-the-gear/exclusive-content

    sE Electronics V2 Switch - A $50 Handheld Dynamic Microphone

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 4:05


    BUY - https://amzn.to/3PI6kMOSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hear-the-gear/exclusive-content

    A $20 USB / XLR Handheld Dynamic! The Micfuns MR-101

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 3:26


    A perfectly useable travel mic and then someBUY - https://amzn.to/43HAfbOSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hear-the-gear/exclusive-content

    Superlux D421 - Dynamic Broadcast Microphone - Better Than The Shure SM7B For The Price?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 4:17


    I say yupSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hear-the-gear/exclusive-content

    The sE Electronics X1 A - Budget Condenser Microphone

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 3:17


    This one's been around for a while, and for good reasonSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hear-the-gear/exclusive-content

    The Sony ECM-260F Vintage Electret Condenser Microphone

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 3:22


    Why do I love these sony's so much? Well...they almost always sound good for such an old mic, that's why1Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hear-the-gear/exclusive-content

    The Saramonic SR-Q2M Handheld Recorder - Very Versatile!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 7:00


    I can get a lot accomplished with this little thing (thats what she said)BUY - https://amzn.to/41FjPjySupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hear-the-gear/exclusive-content

    The CAD D90 - Supercardioid Stage Mic

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 5:26


    I think I like this thing.BUY - https://amzn.to/3KVKqDoSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hear-the-gear/exclusive-content

    The Focusrite Vocaster DM14v End Address Podcast Microphone

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 4:46


    It was only available in the vocaster 2 pack...but now its sold seperately for $129BUY - https://amzn.to/3G05fL3Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hear-the-gear/exclusive-content

    The Lewitt LCT 240 Pro - The Small Diaphragm Electret Condenser That Defies What THAT Can Be.....

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 3:14


    It's honestly quite shocking how good this isBUY - https://amzn.to/40n9S9wSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hear-the-gear/exclusive-content

    The sE Electronics V3 - Handheld Dynamic Microphone

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 2:50


    The one no one talks aboutRan into the TC Helicon GO SoloSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hear-the-gear/exclusive-content

    The Steadman LD23 - Super RARE Handheld Dynamic Microphone

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 3:41


    I did not know this existed till buying it!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hear-the-gear/exclusive-content

    The Sony F-VX500 - A Mid 90's Era Microphone Thats Not Rare...But Is Not Available Anywhere But Used Markets

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 4:37


    Its pretty fine sounding and even better looking / better built / papa sonys.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hear-the-gear/exclusive-content

    The Tascam PE 125 - A Vintage Small Diaphragm Condenser WITH OPTIONS

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 8:17


    This thing is REALLY COOLCHECK OUT MY NEW PODCAST - (18) BARK - YouTubealso everywhere podcasts are availableSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hear-the-gear/exclusive-content

    The Polsen M-70 - A $15 Microphone That I'm Convinced Is A Pyle PDmic58

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 4:22


    And for $15....thats OK. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hear-the-gear/exclusive-content

    The Tascam TM-180 - A $65 Large Diaphragm Condenser Microphone With A Great Build Quality

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 3:31


    Well...it WAS $44 on B&H, but that sale is over sadly....STILL a deal at $65BUY $65 - https://amzn.to/3GEb4OKSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hear-the-gear/exclusive-content

    The Superlux TM58 - A Shure SM58 Clone That FEELS AND LOOKS EXACT

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 2:59


    Sorry about the unedited belch ....eekBut how does it sound? $32.95 on Amazon! - https://amzn.to/3PVIxrbSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hear-the-gear/exclusive-content

    The Saramonic SR-HM7 Long Handle Interview Dynamic Microphone

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 3:07


    This thing can be had pretty cheaply on Amazon from time to time!BUY - https://amzn.to/3UQ5OLZSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hear-the-gear/exclusive-content

    The Boya BY-DM500 - A $99 Broadcast Style End Address Dynamic Microphone That Does NOT Suck

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 5:59


    Build quality is absolutely fantastic....and the sound is totally workable.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hear-the-gear/exclusive-content

    The Phillips VoiceTracer DVT7500 - A Portable Recorder That Is Truly Obscure

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 8:36


    Lot's of options on recording with this one...so lets go with option #1 and then do a few more episodes with this beast.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hear-the-gear/exclusive-content

    The Maono PD100U - A Sub $50 USB Dynamic Broadcast Style Microphone That Certainly Does Not Suck

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 4:39


    I never love the lack of a headphone out with monitoring....but...it's hard to be upset here. BUY - https://amzn.to/3UAJTsOSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hear-the-gear/exclusive-content

    The Tascam DR-10SG - A Shotgun Recorder For Cameras! But We Can Use It For Anything We Want

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 7:05


    More testing to comeSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hear-the-gear/exclusive-content

    The Nady SPC-10 - A HARD To Find Handheld Large Diaphragm Condenser Microphone

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 5:20


    Took me 2 years to find one of these, and this is the initial test of it!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hear-the-gear/exclusive-content

    The Comica HRM-S - A 3.5mm Interview Microphone That Runs $69...Often On Sale (like below)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 4:32


    BUY with 10% off - https://amzn.to/3RFTb4uSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hear-the-gear/exclusive-content

    The Saramonic Smartmic 5S - A 3.5mm Shotgun Microphone That Is A MUST BUY At $7?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 5:37


    BUY BEFORE YOU CAN'T - https://amzn.to/3SCJapUSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hear-the-gear/exclusive-content

    The Audio-Technica ATM89R - Hypercardioid Handheld Condenser Microphone - Find One ASAP

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 4:25


    My expectations were optimistic, and this STILL exceeded them. This is a keeper.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hear-the-gear/exclusive-content

    The Miktek Mio - An XLR/USB Condenser Microphone - On Sale $39.99 on Sweetwarer

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 3:51


    I could NOT pass up this deal! The mio is a small electret condenser that works in XLR and USB mode....though it has no latency free monitoring in USB mode, the price was right on this!BUY - Miktek ProCast MIO USB Microphone | SweetwaterSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hear-the-gear/exclusive-content

    The Relacart PM100 - $75 Handheld Condenser Microphone

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 3:19


    Build quality is as good as it gets......now lets hear this gearBUY - https://amzn.to/3SdJxXIBUY Zoom F3 - https://amzn.to/3DyCQveSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hear-the-gear/exclusive-content

    The T.Bone BC500 - Broadcast Dynamic Microphone - $100 Shure SM7B Clone

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 6:11


    This is an amazing buy! - the t.bone BC 500 – Thomann United States (thomannmusic.com)As is the zoom f3 - https://amzn.to/3eADoGuSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hear-the-gear/exclusive-content

    The HANXIANGZI KMS-2080 - Handheld Condenser Microphone....LARGE DIAPHRAGM!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 2:30


    This mic was an absolute steal at $25 on Amazon......sadly...it is already rare.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hear-the-gear/exclusive-content

    The HANXIANGZI KMS-840 - A Low Cost Condenser That Feels Premium

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 4:29


    This thing is gorgeous at $89....comes in a metal case with universal shock mount with an attachable pop filter. Amazon off brands sometimes deliver.BUY - https://amzn.to/3A3eAxVSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hear-the-gear/exclusive-content

    The Synco Mic-E10 - A $20 Handheld Condenser I Got On B&H Dot Com

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 4:11


    Can't pass up a new AA battery powered handheld NEW for $20! Sadly...the page for the mic is now one...and its $50 on other sites online. Guess I got...lucky?Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hear-the-gear/exclusive-content

    The sE Electronics V7 - The New Gold Standard Handheld Dynamic?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 5:31


    It just may be - BUY - https://amzn.to/3A9lKkfSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hear-the-gear/exclusive-content

    The Audio-Technica ATR2100x - XLR / USB Handheld Dynamic Microphone

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 3:47


    The accessories and connection point have been upgraded….I believe that is the bulk of it.Buy - https://amzn.to/3SVzlEpSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hear-the-gear/exclusive-content

    The Peavey PVM 520TN - Vocal / Drum Dynamic Microphone

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 2:34


    It's an oldie but a goodie!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hear-the-gear/exclusive-content

    OneOdio ON55 - A New Handheld Dynamic Microphone From A Headphone Company

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 4:07


    That runs about $35 - BUY - https://amzn.to/3w3CYOBBUY TC Helicon GO Vocal - https://amzn.to/3BYCr4lSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hear-the-gear/exclusive-content

    Targets Heyday USB C End Address Condenser Microphone

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 4:09


    $14.99 at a pallet resale store....but is it worth that?Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hear-the-gear/exclusive-content

    The Maono PM461 - SUPER Budget USB Condenser Microphone

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 3:18


    BUY - https://amzn.to/3Bz0Ih4Solid first timer mic!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hear-the-gear/exclusive-content

    The FDUCE SL40 - The best bang for the buck USB/XLR dynamic microphone?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 6:09


    BUY - https://amzn.to/3AyGcN9This is one heck of a mic for the moneySupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hear-the-gear/exclusive-content

    The 7RYMS SR-USB Mini - Condenser Microphone That Fits In The Palm Of Your Hand

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 3:57


    This thing is ADORABLE.....but does it sound good?Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hear-the-gear/exclusive-content

    The Avlex Ci31 - A Rare Handheld Condenser Microphone

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 4:32


    Avlex is literally my jam....and I snagged another oneSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hear-the-gear/exclusive-content

    The Comica VS09 TC - USB C Mobile Condenser Microphone

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 3:54


    I snagged this thing for $20 on B&H and I must say it is somewhat useful.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hear-the-gear/exclusive-content

    The Sontronics Podcast Pro - Supercardioid Dynamic Microphone Priced At $149

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 5:18


    Well....if your ears are extra virgin, don't bother with this one.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hear-the-gear/exclusive-content

    The sE Dynacaster - The $289 Contender For The End All Dynamic Mic

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 7:53


    The absolute BEST dynamic broadcast/podcast and creator mic ever? Or is this just another pretender?Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hear-the-gear/exclusive-content

    The Sterling P30 - Phantom Powered Handheld Dynamic Microphone

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 5:51


    Got it on sale for $29.99...hopefully that sale happens again. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hear-the-gear/exclusive-content

    Talent DM1 - Also Known As Part Of The DM3 3-Pack - Dynamic Microphone That Is DIRT CHEAP

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 4:53


    Be sure to check out Obscure Mics on YouTube and on Social Media to interact and give your thoughts. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hear-the-gear/exclusive-content

    WAIT A SECOND! The MXL MM-130 On Different Devices....

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 4:10


    Ok so the 1st MM-130 Test was BAD....How about these ones? Share your thoughts on @MicsObscure on TwitterSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hear-the-gear/exclusive-content

    The MXL MM-130 - Mobile Recording Microphone - A Handheld Condenser For Phones & Tablets

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 6:20


    I am always weary of this combination.......A condenser that is best used by plugging into a headphone jack... Is this going to change my mind? More thoughts to come on Obscure Mics on YouTubeSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hear-the-gear/exclusive-content

    The Pyle PDMIC58 - What USED To Be The Cheapest USEFUL Dynamic On The Market

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 3:43


    Apparently its price has inflated to $25, so ignore me saying otherwise...wow. But again....it IS useful.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hear-the-gear/exclusive-content

    The MXL 990 - Feels like everyone has started with this mic...for a reason.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 3:06


    I started with this gem as far as my first REAL microphone goes for creating content.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hear-the-gear/exclusive-content

    The Shure SM78 - Yes You Read That Right - A Transformerless SM57 ?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 5:27


    If you have heard of or own this one...reach out to @MicsObscure on Twitter! It is a really fun mic to use! Recorded on the Tascam DR-10XSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hear-the-gear/exclusive-content

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