#9 - Taking Stock on Our Journey

In this episode, Midgeman and Lionheart discuss their experiences with audio issues, equipment and settings. They talk about the challenges of managing audio, including issues with Windows settings, Google Meets, and microphone quality. They share potential fixes and recommendations for controlling audio levels and using mixers. Midgeman  briefly mentions how he hid a bunch of old videos on his channel to improve algorithmic suggestions and reflects on the poor audio quality of his earlier content. In this part of the conversation, Midgeman and Lionheart discuss their experiences with different types of microphones and audio interfaces during earlier years in his content career. Lionheart discusses his journey from using headset mics to finding a low-profile microphone mount. They also briefly touch on the topic of camera issues and the challenges of positioning a camera for streaming. In this final part of the conversation and they both discuss the differences between microphones and their personal experiences with various models. Exploring the pros and cons of dynamic, condenser, shotgun, and USB microphones, highlighting the importance of microphone placement and the need for proper research when choosing a microphone. Diverting from microphones to talk about the benefits of using ultra-wide monitors for gaming only. Many Censors are included in this frivolous ending as they mention a reminder to set up the microphone at a distance of 4 to 6 inches from the mouth for optimal sound quality.    Chapters 00:00 - Introduction & Should We Do R/Reads? 03:38 - Today's Episode Topic - Audio & Recent Malfunctions! 08:10 - Potential Mic Audio fixes  11:33 - PC Levels & Settings Are Sentient 13:35 - Parabellum Unmuted Anecdote 14:55 - Hiding 1000's of Videos & Awful Starting Audio 21:46 - More Anecdotes on Missing Audio in Content 25:06 - The History of Mics from Midgeman & Lionheart 26:37 - The Pet Peeves of Boom Arm Locations & Equipment 30:47 - Elgato Camera Gets Jealous Over Audio Talk 32:29 - What is More Frustrating? Audio Vs Visual Issues 32:46 - Going Back to Midgeman's & ionhearts Audio History pt2 - MXG Condenser - BCD1 broadcaster Mic - Dynamic mic - SM7B - Blue baby bottle SL - Rode Shotgun Mic - Focusrite scarlet 16 channel - Blue Yeti - Audio Technica 802020 - Beyerdynamic dynamics Studio XLR 42:44 - Different types of microphones 44:59 - The benefits of shotgun microphones & Optimal microphone placement for sound quality - Sennheiser MKH 416 p48 50:07 - Optimal Position for Dynamic Mics 52:36 - Enhancing Gaming Experience With Ultra-Wide Monitors 56:36 - Round out & Final Note on Mic Placement    Links: Low profile Boom Arm - https://www.elgato.com/uk/en/p/wave-mic-arm-lp    https://www.soundswitch.com/