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QUESTION for any audio engineers/sound aficionados/podcast savants on Nostr: will there be a significant/noticeable difference switching from a Shure MV7 USB mic plugged directly into my Mac to a Shure SM7B + mixer/interface (e.g. RODECaster Pro)?

I tried out the Shure SM7dB (the one with built-in pre-amp, not the standard SM7B,) plugged into my Mac via XLR-to-USB adapter, but I found the pre-amp added a ton of background buzz (maybe a shitty adapter?) and I still liked the sound on my old MV7… so I’m going to return the SM7dB, but I’m wondering if it’s worth it to splurge on a standard SM7B + mixer/interface or if I should just stick with my trusty MV7 setup with USB connection to Mac… For anyone using an SM7B: do you like it? What mixer do you recommend?

The SM7B is not that much more expensive than the MV7, but buying a decent quality mixer makes it a lot pricier… Still just a one man show here so trying to figure out if I should just bite the bullet and upgrade… Any advice greatly appreciated.

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Thank you, Sir. 1y ago

Classical music recording engineer here. Your podcast sounds great because you use good mic technique. Upgrading to an SM7B and an interface will probably yield diminished returns (unless you just enjoy it that much more) and add setup time.

If I were in your shoes, I would start looking into an interface when you would like to put some distance between you and your computer, as in a live sit-down talk. Grab some more cabling, and you may host as many people as you have channels and mics for. I recommend an interface that records to SD cards for field recordings - I hate dealing with computers in the field, but that's just me.

Hope that helps, and thanks for making another fucking Bitcoin podcast just for me.

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walker 1y ago

I really appreciate this feedback.

I’ve been trying to work on my mic technique as much as possible (when I remember to), so it’s good to know that translates.

Also a great point about the setup for virtual recording versus in-person. My setup now is SUPER simple and quick—I don’t need to think about it at all—and also extremely portable. But for future interviews I might do in person I will definitely need a more upgraded setup.

Thank you for taking the time to give such a thoughtful answer 🙏

Thank you, Sir. 1y ago

Hey anytime. I'm glad that it's a helpful frame of mind. I'm relatively new to recording at 8 years in, but I've accumulated sooooo much CRAP that I let myself be sold on, and I wish I had done things differently. I can record most of the orchestras around here with a 2008 Yaris-full of gear, so that makes me happy.

Like everything, clarity of mind is key. Simple is good.

walker 1y ago

I’m like 8 months in to podcasting so your 8 years of experience is greatly appreciated 🙏

no₿ody™ 🧱 1y ago

This thread is greatly appreciated and i have virtually no connection to it. Just a really great thread. You guys R kewl

walker 1y ago

#AskNostr always proves fruitful 🤙