We go over the best microphones, headphones, and best practices for podcasting.

XLR Studio Mics

Audio-Technica AT2020 $93

• Cardiod Condenser Mic
• 20-20k response
• XLR Interface
• Requires Phantom power (48v)
• Side Firing

Heil PR-40

• Cardioid Dynamic Mic
• End-Firing
• 28-18k
• BIG BOTTOM! (This is a perfect mic for voice broadcast and percussion)

Pop and Crackle

• Get yourself an Anti-Vibe mount $10
• And a Pop Filter! ~$5

USB Mic

Audio Technica 2020USB+ $119

• Cardiod
• 20hz-20,000hz
• USB Powered
• 16-bit // 44.1kHz
• Mix control (both mic and headphones)
• Comes with a pop filter
• There's also the 2020USBi version that works with Lightning-enabled devices (and USB)

Field Mic

The Heil PR-35 Stick Mic $270

• Cardiod Dynamic Mic
• 40-18Khz (No Filter)
• 80-18Khz (Filter)
• Sell for about $280 on Amazon

Zoom H4n $210

• Up to 32GB SD card
• 90 or 120 degree capture pattern
• 2 x XLR inputs with Phantom power
• USB port to use the mic as a live interface
• Capture rates up to 24-bit 96Khz
• 11 hours on 2 x AA batteries

Headphones

The Audio-Technica MSR7 (The price is actually going UP) ~$244

• Collapsable (so they're portable)
• Some of the best sound in the industry (especially at this price) 45mm drivers
• All-day comfort, with large, cushioned ear cups, cushioned head band, and four sets of swivels
• REALLY good sound isolation
  • For me, this is the silver standard for headphones under $400
• Everything the M50 has, plus:
  • Detachable cables so it can be used with phones, computers, mixing boards, etc.
  • It LOOKS spectacular! (If Beats are showy, these are elegant)
  • NOTHING beats this set under $400

Kingston HyperX Cloud II Gaming Headset for PC & PS4 ~$88

• 53mm Drivers
• USB & 3.5mm operation
• Noise/Echo Cancelling from the inline DSP
• 15kh-25Khz frequency response
• Memory foam ear pads
• Removable Microphone
• 7.1 virtual surround sound

Kingston HyperX Cloud Revolver ~$120

• Their "Studio-grade" sound product
• Memory foam ear pads
• Removable Microphone
• USB & 3.5mm operation
• 50mm drivers (Their next-gen line)

Plantronics BackBeat Pro+ $277.08

• 24 hours of power // Class 1 Bluetooth 4.0 Wireless
• Active Noise Cancellation
• Side-mounted controls
• "Whispered" status alerts
• Inline control (for iPhone users)
• Open mic (both for cancellation and for hand's free communication)
• Smart Sensor Controls (Pauses when you take off the headphones)
• Comes with a Hi-Fi USB Adapter

These show notes have been truncated due to length. For the full show notes, visit https://twit.tv/shows/know-how/episodes/217

Hosts: Fr. Robert Ballecer, SJ and Bryan Burnett

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