How to make your own microphone Pop Filter

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  • Опубликовано: 7 мар 2013
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    An in-depth video of HOW TO make your own Pop Filter. I cover the question WHY would you want to and show you HOW to do it AND give a sample of the benefits of using one in your recording sessions.
    Parts needed to make your own pop filter
    Embroidery Hoop
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    Womans Nylon Stocking - Buy this at your local dollar store. It's MUCH CHEAPER that way!
    Romex Wire (House Electric Wire) - Buy this at your local hardware/home improvement store by the foot. It's much cheaper that way.
    Zip Tie - Buy this at your local dollar store. It's MUCH cheaper that way!
    Hose Clamp - You can most likely find this at your local dollar store or autoparts store VERY cheap.
    Split loom conduit -
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    The Microphone is a AT2020
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    The shock mount is a Samson SP01
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    The Boom Stand is a Okeba Studio Scissor Stand
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    The Riser is a Heil RS1
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    The Mixer/Audio Interface is an Alesis Multimix4 USB
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    JVC Everio HD Camcorder
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    Darth Vader USB Hub shown in this video
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  • @NationalCrafter
    @NationalCrafter 9 лет назад +114

    This guy just destroyed the pop-filter market. :3

    • @ScottyD
      @ScottyD  9 лет назад +24

      I would welcome a chance to Partner with a major pop filter manufacturer to develop a truly modular pop filter that can be maintained and repaired at a component level. This CAN be done at a very cost effective cost to the consumer. I don't an NEVER will understand why there are $100+ pop filters on the market. IMHO, that is a rip-off... LIKEWISE, the cheap $8 pop-filter being sold isn't worth the plastic it's molded with because it's poorly designed on many different aspects. So as I mention in my video, it's NOT about the cost when I made my own, it's completely on the maintainability and longevity use of the pop-filter in a recording environment. When you have multiple people using the same filter, I don't want to walk up and use one that is filled with spit and germs from the previous person, NOR do I want to buy a new one IF the nylon rips or snags or the frame fails in any way shape or form. I should be able to clean, repair and/or replace any piece at a cost effective manner.

  • @dezcognitoe2794
    @dezcognitoe2794 9 лет назад +9

    Been using a metal pop filter for over 20 years. You answer the main reason why to use a metal pop filter at 1:44 - metal is easy to clean. Having a commercial studio with different people "spitting" into the filter just isnt sanitary. So if you have a different people recording at your studio I HIGHLY recommend a metal Pop Filter.

  • @rankingtrevor
    @rankingtrevor 9 лет назад +35

    I first thought to myself upon stumbling on this vid....16 minutes....i aint sitting through that. Glad I did. What a informative and well constructed tutorial. Very well explained and voiced. Handy as I have just purchased a mic. Great vid. Cheers

    • @ScottyD
      @ScottyD  9 лет назад +3

      Thanks...

    • @birb6539
      @birb6539 4 года назад +1

      i agree with you completely

  • @chriskodiak7375
    @chriskodiak7375 9 лет назад +5

    I can't even begin to count all the pop filters I've been through in 30 years of broadcasting, each of which, required buying another!! BRILLIANT!! Thanks for the idea!! I'm a little disappointed I didn't think of this sooner!! Hehehe Well Done Dude!

  • @ScottyD
    @ScottyD  10 лет назад +277

    COMMON COMMUNITY... this video has over 128k views over 3k likes... and my SUBS are still less than 2K. IF everyone who watches this video would SUB it would help greatly. I have big plans for this channel but need your support! PLEASE LIKE, COMMENT, SHARE, AND SUBSCRIBE!

    • @McDouchebag22
      @McDouchebag22 10 лет назад +134

      No one likes someone who begs for subs

    • @ScottyD
      @ScottyD  10 лет назад +33

      No begging... just a honest observation. I am working on some big plans for my channel but need the support of the community to make it happen. A LIKE and SUB are ways to show support of a channel and the efforts that go into it. I sub a ton of channels that I believe in to show support to the content creators.

    • @zachturner7888
      @zachturner7888 10 лет назад +11

      i gotcha, this video was extremely helpful

    • @Ghostrider03Z
      @Ghostrider03Z 10 лет назад +37

      People should subscribe if they want to, you really shouldnt beg for subs. If you are only doing this for subs and not mainly fun, you shouldnt be making youtube videos in the first place.

    • @ScottyD
      @ScottyD  10 лет назад +12

      ***** As I have stated before, I do not beg for SUBS... I merely suggest to show you appreciate what I do on my channel. I have been doing RUclips for many years now. Trust me, I don't do it for the SUBS. If I did, I would have dropped years ago. I do it for the passion of wanting to share content, tips, tricks, ideas, reviews, etc... Subs, Comments and LIKES are a way to show you value and appreciate what a content producer is doing. It takes a lot of time to produce videos and we RUclips content producers appreciate when we see our subscriber community growing. I accurately track my analytics and know what is happening on my channel. Thanks.

  • @greggontier
    @greggontier 10 лет назад +11

    you sir...............................
    are a genius.
    seriously, that was really cool and really smart

  • @mattandkayla1
    @mattandkayla1 10 лет назад +2

    This is AMAZING! We made our pop filter using your tutorial. It took no time at all and we couldn't me happier! Thank you SO much!

  • @MagnusNilssonTOP
    @MagnusNilssonTOP 10 лет назад

    I thought 16 minutes looked LOOOONG, but once I started to look, time went by much faster than I expected! This was a very good demonstration on how to build your own Pop filter-Many Thanks - This will come handy!!

  • @sammysharma3412
    @sammysharma3412 8 лет назад +10

    The "SMELLY" socks!!!!! xD nice build bro!!

  • @ElectronFunCom
    @ElectronFunCom 10 лет назад +11

    The idea with the embroidery hoop and nylon stockings is excellent! I've just liked, added this video to favorites, commented and subscribed :)

  • @miguelash886
    @miguelash886 7 лет назад

    I like it when people take the time to give a detailed explanation of a process. Well done, sir. Subscribed.

  • @coreym2672
    @coreym2672 10 лет назад +1

    Thanks Scotty! Just finished mine. The other thing you can do too if you don't want to wait for a helper to stretch the stocking, you can use push pins on a cork board, to stretch the fabric. I used 8, one on each corner, and one on each flat side, and before I did the last push pin, slid the plastic underneath. Does not rip the stocking or cause runs, at least when I did it it worked fine. Excellent Video. Thumbs up.

  • @Chalontum
    @Chalontum 7 лет назад +71

    .....get the stocking and stick your head inside so you can go and steal a pop filter without anyone seeing your face :)

    • @PiLoDaNgEr
      @PiLoDaNgEr 6 лет назад

      laughed so hard, thank you.

    • @hobojoe3695
      @hobojoe3695 6 лет назад +1

      you will become a human pop filter if you do that.

    • @senecagunz9464
      @senecagunz9464 5 лет назад

      😂😂😂😂😂

  • @gnvgs14
    @gnvgs14 9 лет назад +7

    This is the best video that I've seen so far that shows what happens without the pop filter.

    • @ScottyD
      @ScottyD  9 лет назад +3

      flagship Thanks... I appreciate the comment.

  • @rachelshelley4779
    @rachelshelley4779 5 лет назад +2

    Just had this very idea myself, except I wanted to see what others might have done with it. I'm glad to see you used the embroidery hoop as well. But thank you for all the other tips. I'm going to try it!!

  • @Sava12242
    @Sava12242 9 лет назад

    Awesome video! Love your enthusiasm, clear concise instructions!

  • @meldelasalas2847
    @meldelasalas2847 10 лет назад +4

    It's amazing how you can still interact with the people who are commenting on your videos despite the number of comments that you have. haha. I salute you dude! By the way, nice tutorial and for real, your voice sounds amazing! Can I ask you, if you sing? Good luck with your channel! For being interactive, I'll sub! :)

  • @csudarshan1
    @csudarshan1 9 лет назад +5

    This is the first comment on you tube, though I watch various things on it. You are a genius man. In India, I think the cost of making this is even low say $2 max. Thanks anyway.

  • @anaspacechickjones964
    @anaspacechickjones964 8 лет назад

    Nicely done! Ima gonna do this! I liked the comparison too! I hadnt known it made that much of a difference till I saw this. Thnx so much for posting. Im liking and subscribing!

  • @phenry97
    @phenry97 10 лет назад

    Scotty D, you just earned a new like and subscriber. This was the best DIY pop filter I've ever seen.

  • @GamePhysics
    @GamePhysics 8 лет назад +271

    You kinda look like Steve Carell.

  • @FIVEGR_Official
    @FIVEGR_Official 7 лет назад +15

    Awesome video dude! Thanks a lot.

  • @amandajstar
    @amandajstar 3 года назад +1

    Best video of how to make it -- easiest and most attractive -- of any I've seen. Well done!

  • @tony5444
    @tony5444 4 года назад +1

    This video was insanely helpful! I wasn't able to make it exactly as you did because I couldn't find the exact ring piece you used, but I was still able to make everything else work with the piece I did purchase. Thank you for making and sharing this.

    • @ScottyD
      @ScottyD  4 года назад +1

      Glad you like the vid and it was helpful!

  • @GsusIsKing
    @GsusIsKing 9 лет назад +4

    wow this actually does not look at all tacky and looks professionally made!

  • @doc1c70
    @doc1c70 10 лет назад +9

    When I did this, I thought I had bad breath. After watching this I see I should have bought new hose instead of using my wife's old pair.

  • @larrybarter7583
    @larrybarter7583 9 лет назад

    Superior Idea! This is one I will make for sure. Thanks, Scotty!!

  • @briandiskin4374
    @briandiskin4374 9 лет назад

    Very informative! This answers a lot of questions about my poor quality voice-over recordings. Scott is very resourceful. I was able to make my own pop filter easily.

  • @nickzema4200
    @nickzema4200 8 лет назад +15

    A metal filter is to reduce pop while not loosing your brightness as much. But with the right mic and proper placement, and eqing properly, it's sort of a moot point.

    • @TDPlayz
      @TDPlayz 5 лет назад

      Nick Zema losing* :)

  • @dmt03
    @dmt03 7 лет назад +127

    so epic i saved 7 dollars thank u beard man
    xd

    • @Extatic
      @Extatic 7 лет назад

      some are link 2 bucks

    • @BackToSquare1
      @BackToSquare1 7 лет назад +4

      beard man...

    • @rafgp
      @rafgp 7 лет назад +11

      ALL HAIL THE BEARD MAN lol XD

    • @user-en9ll9dl7t
      @user-en9ll9dl7t 5 лет назад +1

      Hahahahahahahahaha dude that was funny u beard man

  • @alfred1calleja
    @alfred1calleja 10 лет назад

    Hi Scotty, thanks for taking the time to make this video. I'm going to make my own pop filter soon using your technique. I've subscribed to your channel. Kind Regards from Seaford, Australia

  • @jeremiahlofton8138
    @jeremiahlofton8138 7 лет назад

    dude i just love ur energy u gave many good points keep going

  • @johnkenny6809
    @johnkenny6809 10 лет назад +20

    And, uhh, could you dateless trolls like, uh...STFU about the "begging" crap, okay? Leave the guy alone, for God's sake, he's providing a tremendous service, here.

    • @ScottyD
      @ScottyD  10 лет назад +6

      John, I appreciate your support... thanks!

    • @sideoutside
      @sideoutside 5 лет назад

      Comma's are not toys!

  • @dwardsn
    @dwardsn 8 лет назад +10

    Wife: Honey, did you see my stockings, i can't seem to find it?

  • @BattleErrorTF
    @BattleErrorTF 9 лет назад

    This Pop Filter looks AMAZING! :D

  • @niranjankris
    @niranjankris 7 лет назад +1

    I love this DIY video! Super useful stuff!!
    I also love the fact that this can be made anywhere in the globe lol
    Greetings from India!

  • @mikhail_roberts
    @mikhail_roberts 7 лет назад +5

    You don't have to cut the nylon down the length... you can just slip the tube over the ring and it will stay.

  • @whitfieldpayne3778
    @whitfieldpayne3778 8 лет назад +8

    First Of all Dude You Remind Me Of Steve Carell. I have Been Using a Metal One For Years. I Don't Feel As though It had a BAD Effect On My Vocal Mixes...But I AM going to Go Back to a Stocking Type and See if it makes a difference to me... Thanks

    • @ScottyD
      @ScottyD  8 лет назад

      Thanks and best of luck for your project

  • @mrkerfulfin2289
    @mrkerfulfin2289 7 лет назад +1

    THIS WAS SO HELPFUL!!! I use this all the time

  • @elmalo2946
    @elmalo2946 10 лет назад

    Excellent diy video. My hobby is Amateur Radio and it's perfect for the handy DIYer.
    I'll get one done before the weekend is over.
    Thanks.

  • @GreycatRademenes
    @GreycatRademenes 9 лет назад +4

    I found a good way to stretch the nylon when you have no help. Get a cork board and at least 8 press pins (the ones with a wide top so they wont tear the nylon. Stretch the nylon as much as you can on the board and pinning it, first on 4 corners, then 8and try to make it as even as possible. Next unpin 1-2 pins and slip the inner hoop under the nylon and re-pin the removed pins. Next press the outer hoop on top of the nylon and tighten it. Make sure the hoop it tight enough before removing the pins, or it might go loose. And there you go.
    Also a good alternative if you want a standing filter is to fasten it to a bendable arm you use to attach the GPS to your cars wind screen.

    • @MemeHero
      @MemeHero 9 лет назад

      ***** I used my feet >.< Sadly I had to give my DIY pop filter to my cousin's birthday ;-;

  • @contentcomedy3929
    @contentcomedy3929 10 лет назад +18

    9:35 RIP HEADPHONES

    • @contentcomedy3929
      @contentcomedy3929 10 лет назад +1

      very good vid any way

    • @clonewolffe4937
      @clonewolffe4937 10 лет назад

      pumpkin's! lol

    • @ScottyD
      @ScottyD  10 лет назад +1

      My apologies for the mismatch of the audio... I tried to fix it in editing but the camcorder mic was horrible. The good audio in this vid comes from my AT2020 XLR mic... I no longer use the camcorder mic. Thanks for looking past that and stating the video was good anyway... :)

  • @unstabilizer
    @unstabilizer 8 лет назад

    Hi ScottyD, thank you very much for making this video. Helped me loads!

  • @travismunden5
    @travismunden5 10 лет назад

    Great tutorial. Thank you for sharing and of course taking the time to do so.

  • @skh.visuals
    @skh.visuals 10 лет назад +5

    You've got the voice of Saul Goodman in Breaking bad haha, thanks for the tutorial!

    • @ScottyD
      @ScottyD  10 лет назад

      Never seen BB but thanks...

    • @jdub17211
      @jdub17211 10 лет назад

      He totally does

    • @segaluma1945
      @segaluma1945 10 лет назад

      Scotty D WHAT YOU NEVER SEEN BB

  • @mactube37
    @mactube37 10 лет назад +39

    3000+ dollars worth of equiptment and your making a pop filter out of wire and pantyhose lol, Damn you gas prices!!

    • @mactube37
      @mactube37 10 лет назад

      trust me its not about the price, more likely the principal of the price being ridiculous for what it actually is. I make my own everything as well, but i overdo it and make it look storebought. Plus I'm terrible at budgeting.

    • @ScottyD
      @ScottyD  10 лет назад +13

      It's not about the PRICE... I make this VERY clear in the beginning of the video.

    • @RoshuaMafia
      @RoshuaMafia 10 лет назад +2

      I make my own capture card, with my bare hands...

  • @Regnilla
    @Regnilla 10 лет назад

    A very nice and easy to understand tutorial. Definitely earns a subscription.
    I have recently purchased a new microphone, and I will definitely put what I learned here to good use.
    Thanks, Scotty D!

  • @tednicholl3348
    @tednicholl3348 8 лет назад +1

    Scotty my brother, you're AWESOME!!! I, myself like to create my own version of something cool for pennies that is just as cool. You have some wicked idea there and I love the use of split loom. It may seem a bit "industrial" and generic, but it sure cleans things up and keeps wires protected. I've subscribed and gonna check out some more of your vids cause your enthusiasm for the not so financially endowed is a blessing! Thanks bro', keep 'em comin'!!!

  • @GROENAASMusic
    @GROENAASMusic 9 лет назад +9

    I use a metal pop filter. It works to an extent, but not as good as mesh pop filters. Not that it resonates, but it's not as dampening as mesh filters.

    • @sharkfam8195
      @sharkfam8195 9 лет назад +2

      Å, jeg har sett noen av videoene dine! Så fant jeg deg her!! XD

    • @GROENAASMusic
      @GROENAASMusic 9 лет назад

      Adrian Sannes Duud. Stalker du meg eller? xD

    • @sharkfam8195
      @sharkfam8195 9 лет назад +1

      Haha, kanskje XD neida

    • @kysknappen7731
      @kysknappen7731 9 лет назад

      Swe?

    • @GROENAASMusic
      @GROENAASMusic 9 лет назад

      YOURNAME GAMEPLAY No. Norwegian.

  • @BestofYouTubeHD
    @BestofYouTubeHD 7 лет назад +6

    I'm thinking about putting it in front of my mouth instead of the microphone. Thanks!

  • @funwithflip1731
    @funwithflip1731 9 лет назад

    I do have to say, I'm personally glad I found this video, I'm attempting to start producing youtube videos myself and I was actually about to buy a pop filter, turns out I had almost all of these things around the house. whooo yay for youtube and crafty southern families haha.

  • @ekgeml
    @ekgeml 6 лет назад

    Thanks! This was super helpful! Going to make one right now for my Librivox recordings.

  • @ryszardjacekrusniak7993
    @ryszardjacekrusniak7993 9 лет назад +10

    Couldn't you just slide the inner ring into the nylon "tube" ?

    • @ScottyD
      @ScottyD  9 лет назад +1

      You could... I just felt it worked better for me with the configuration I did in the video.

    • @Gkitchens1
      @Gkitchens1 9 лет назад +3

      ***** thats what i did. actually slit it in to one leg and then slipped the other leg over, and then clamped it down and cut everything off the back. works great!

  • @DBSbass
    @DBSbass 8 лет назад +8

    This is a great video!....and for all the people bitching about this.....DON'T MAKE ONE! Some people actually enjoy making things themselves and not ordering crap from China off of Amazon.com Instead you can spend 8 bucks and about 15 minutes and do this yourself!

    • @ScottyD
      @ScottyD  8 лет назад

      +Brennan Simmons Thanks for the support and the kind words....

    • @Maximillanz
      @Maximillanz 8 лет назад

      +Scotty D sorry, what wire do u use? i dont get it would u tell me? thanks so much!

    • @ScottyD
      @ScottyD  8 лет назад

      Mikael Maximillian It's standard house electrical wire. Typically known as Romex or 12-2 wire. You can go with 12-3 wire but 12-2 works just fine.

    • @WALKINGonaSPIRAL
      @WALKINGonaSPIRAL 8 лет назад

      +Brennan Simmons It's a neat video, but to be fair, it's a legitimate claim. You can already buy decent-good pop filters for $5-7 and not spend any time with assembly at all. So yeah... you can make the claim for maintainability and all, but these aren't super-high quality items or anything. Spending $5 for an additional one and saving yourself the hands-on trouble (unless that's your hobby) is pretty much the ideal option.

    • @ScottyD
      @ScottyD  8 лет назад +1

      +WALKINGonaSPIRAL With all due respect, I made this DIY after trying multiple store bought and online bought pop filters that we severely subpar. Either cheap single layer nylon, nylon that is permanent and not replaceable when it gets dirty or worn out, gooseneck arms that wouldn't stay in place, clamps that kept failing to hold, etc... I could go on and on. Once one thing started to fail, there was ZERO way to fix it as these manufactured pop filters are not designed to be maintained or fixed. To get into anything remotely of quality built I found the price to be grossly expensive.
      I've always been VERY clear in my comments that IF there is a quality built 100% maintainable pop filter at a reasonable price, I would try it out in my studio.

  • @troymakowski
    @troymakowski 10 лет назад

    I agree I was excited to get my pop and it was metal they come with no plastic cover over it and it just snapped and bent I got my mesh on Mother's Day this year and it is studio quality and it's awesome

  • @elchaparro97
    @elchaparro97 10 лет назад

    Thanks just went out and made one!! Idk why haters hate but we appriciate your time to show us these easy ways to making a pop filter

  • @morganschmitz7902
    @morganschmitz7902 8 лет назад +50

    Has anyone ever mistaken you for Steve Carrell?

    • @ScottyD
      @ScottyD  8 лет назад +11

      +Morgan Schmitz Not in person but online... all the time.

    • @dregameplay3927
      @dregameplay3927 8 лет назад +1

      +Scotty D where to get the round thing?

    • @ScottyD
      @ScottyD  8 лет назад +2

      You can get the round ring at most crafting stores and even online. It's known as a cross stitch hoop and cost very little. If you look at almost all of the manufactured pop filters they simply use the same ring mechanism.

    • @dregameplay3927
      @dregameplay3927 8 лет назад

      +Scotty D thank you

  • @peeexgee
    @peeexgee 8 лет назад +11

    it costs around the same to make it unless you know a really good hardware shop because if youre ordering the parts to make this you have to pay shipping and it works out nearly more expensive then buying an actual pop filter ($15)

    • @ScottyD
      @ScottyD  8 лет назад +3

      +PROXBOXGAMER99 You obviously missed the comment at the VERY BEGINNING of the video... It's NOT about the COST. It's about the maintainability.

    • @peeexgee
      @peeexgee 8 лет назад

      Scotty D well maintainability is not a concern for pop filters

    • @ScottyD
      @ScottyD  8 лет назад

      That is a subjective opinion... It's a reality in the professional recording industry as well as anyone that maintains their recording environment.

    • @peeexgee
      @peeexgee 8 лет назад +1

      Scotty D I don't care who maintains their recording equipment Scotty. It's Completely Optional and it will not make a difference wether you do it or not. Besides, no one in the "Recording Industry" Builds Their own pop filters.

    • @novedekne
      @novedekne 8 лет назад +1

      +PROXBOXGAMER99 Please tell me more about how no one in the recording industry builds their own pop filters.

  • @mkarenas7809
    @mkarenas7809 8 лет назад

    one of the best tip so far, thanks. This video really helped me

  • @KTHKUHNKK
    @KTHKUHNKK Год назад +2

    I actually made one years ago by using your method and it came out beautiful just like yours did.

  • @cazmillion
    @cazmillion 9 лет назад +5

    I ENJOYED THE VIDEO AND AM A YOUNG ARTIST TRYING TO CREATE A HOME STUDIO IN EXPENSIVELY, USING AUDACITY BUT WANT A GOOD RECORDING MIC. THANKS.. WILL EMAIL YOU ON FUTURE ADVICE. GOOD LUCK TO YOUR PLANS FOR THIS CHANNEL

    • @caitcait2003
      @caitcait2003 9 лет назад

      Try Samson watch some reviews, it's below a $100USD, maybe $60? Tbh, it's pretty good... or you can even get a $10 mic its much better than some headphone mics that are about $100

    • @ScottyD
      @ScottyD  9 лет назад

      patchtaffy :D Rahshad English IMHO, stay away from Samson mics... they are noisy. If you only have $100 to spend, go with the AudioTechnica AT2020 mic for Vocals. You can get this in a XLR or USB configuration. It's a great mic... www.amazon.com/s/?_encoding=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&field-keywords=at2020&linkCode=ur2&tag=iw09-20&url=search-alias%3Daps&linkId=3LDHXJF3FPCFMPKL

    • @N0SignalTv
      @N0SignalTv 9 лет назад

      Audio Technica ATR 2100 is one I highly recommend www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-ATR2100-USB-Cardioid-Dynamic-Microphone/dp/B004QJOZS4/ref=sr_1_1?s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1425079989&sr=1-1&keywords=Audio-Technica+ATR2100-USB+Cardioid+Dynamic+USB%2FXLR+Microphone Cheaper great sound also offers an XLR or usb config.

    • @ScottyD
      @ScottyD  8 лет назад +1

      +Justin Russo I think sub one-hundred dollar mics are build with cheaper electronics and sound cheap IMHO. I would however agree with Justin on the higher priced mics. If you listen to a great quality apples to apples comparison with different mics over the same flat audio path, very few people could discern the difference between a Rode NT1 and a Nuewmann U87 or a Rode NTG series or a Sennheiser 416.
      Also remember this, you can take a $1000 mic and use it in a million dollar recording studio and it sounds awesome, then take it to a home studio that the space is not treated for sound or optimized for recordings and the $1000 mic will sound completely different and in most cases it will sound worse and then people think the expensive mic sucks when in reality, it's not the mic, it's the environment. Start with a great foundation which is the environment and you can make a $100-$500 mic sound like a $1000 mic.

  • @TAZ427COBRA
    @TAZ427COBRA 9 лет назад +3

    If my current pop filter gets to a point that I need a new screen, then I'll have to remember this. I'd just hack off the filter part and then ziptie on an embroidering hoop w/ a pair of my wife's Nylons.
    I did find it funny telling people not to get their fingers caught in the ziptie and the hose clamp. That was classically funny IMHO. I guess those who never use tools might find that helpful, but they probably wouldn't really learn until they've done it to themselves.

    • @ScottyD
      @ScottyD  9 лет назад +3

      Thanks... LOL the dreaded ZIP TIE CHOKE on a finger... It's one you never forget after it happens for the first time and hopefully the only time. :)

  • @Evilcouncilpodcast
    @Evilcouncilpodcast 8 лет назад

    Thank you so much, for this advice. I'll be putting this to great use.

  • @juniorlewis9173
    @juniorlewis9173 8 лет назад +1

    I always want to own a Pop Filter and now I am going to own one. Nice job and thanks very much.

  • @SunnyWu
    @SunnyWu 9 лет назад +4

    At about $6 for one of those China made pip filters on Amazon, i find it a hassle to make it yourself. If one of those cheap ones break, you could just get another one. Probably costs about the same making it yourself.

    • @ScottyD
      @ScottyD  9 лет назад +7

      Sunny... that is definitely your prerogative... however as I mentioned in my video, it's NOT about the cost. I've tried MANY $6, $10, and even $50 manufactured pop filters and they failed to meet my expectations for quality of build and maintainability is nonexistent as they are made to throw away if ANYTHING goes wrong with them. So if you spend $6 on a pop filter and it fails in any way shape or form, OR the quality of the product fails to meet your expectations and you then buy another, then potentially another... you will eventually spend more time and effort working thru poorly designed products when instead you could build one that works as good, if not better than a manufactured one and it's 100% maintainable to every component. That was my reasoning behind my DIY Pop Filter. I've also been very upfront that IF I could find a pop filter that is manufactured and allows for OEM component level repair, I would certainly entertain one of those over my DIY pop filter.

    • @TeaBurn
      @TeaBurn 9 лет назад +2

      Scotty D
      Thanks for this vid Scotty! I personally found this super helpful, since you really only need to buy the stuff and do this setup once. Instead of spending $6 a pop (pun intended) for a pop filter every time you need to replace it, for $1 you can change it again x2. So it will also save money in the long run on top of being easy to maintain.

    • @ryankramer
      @ryankramer 9 лет назад +2

      Worth noting some of the China $6 ones take FOREVER to ship. I'm building one myself based off this video due my ordering a few two weeks ago and they are still not here. ^_^

    • @ryankramer
      @ryankramer 9 лет назад +1

      I'll humor you, Riviera. ;-)
      Run over to Amazon, find the cheapest P Screen filter.
      It's running about $6.50. Check the first page of sellers that offer it as that price... The only one at that price shiping from the US requries a $35 order. The rest? Hong Kong, China, China, China, Hong Kong, Singapore, Taiwan. Your first American seller shows up for $7 plus two dollars shipping. So I elected for the cheaper option. Did I get burned for trying to save a few bucks? Yup. But it doesn't bother me. I was just happy to have the video.
      And I did get my order, in perfectly good shape. Plus, now I have a backup.

  • @floyekrush982
    @floyekrush982 8 лет назад +4

    I am to lazy to make this

  • @BoyGeorgiaX
    @BoyGeorgiaX 9 лет назад +1

    I went out and bought everything in this video the day I watched it and made my own pop filter. It is awesome. Thanks for uploading this video.

    • @ScottyD
      @ScottyD  9 лет назад +1

      I'm glad you liked it and had a successful DIY.

  • @jrjksj
    @jrjksj 9 лет назад

    Definitely go to make a couple soon as I get to the hobby shop. Thanks for the information, We’ll be using it on all our songs.

  • @svenhtc27
    @svenhtc27 9 лет назад +6

    Just put a sock on the microphone. It's actually works :-D

    • @CosmicTwix
      @CosmicTwix 9 лет назад +2

      I just started doing that hahah :)

    • @Gkitchens1
      @Gkitchens1 9 лет назад +1

      ***** ive seen people run tests with socks and it takes 3 or 4 of them to make an actual significant difference, and then it muffled the voice badly. this is a much better solution and its cheaper than going out and buying a pack of socks. I paid $2 for the hoop and $1.50 for the hose. that's $3.50 for a professional looking and fuctioning pop filter. obviously if you don't have any way to attach it or anything then you have to spend more money.
      But be creative. you can come up with a way to do anything with anything if you stare at it long enough.

    • @svenhtc27
      @svenhtc27 9 лет назад

      Gregory Kitchens i have testet my mic on audacity and I don't think it did listening bad when the socks was used :)
      But yes it would look better whit a pop filter :D

    • @Gkitchens1
      @Gkitchens1 9 лет назад +1

      Hey, if it works for you, who cares what I think. Keep doing what you do and have fun doing it!

    • @CosmicTwix
      @CosmicTwix 9 лет назад +1

      Listen to my videos I still use a sock XD

  • @Moosetroy
    @Moosetroy 8 лет назад +12

    You look and sound almost like Steve Carrell lol

    • @ScottyD
      @ScottyD  8 лет назад +2

      +Moosetroy Thanks... I get that quite a bit.

  • @qualityvodswithchampagne3646
    @qualityvodswithchampagne3646 8 лет назад

    Subbed and thumbed up. I know this is an old video but i greatly enjoyed it. I am an aspiring music producer so its nice to see these kinds of vids. Nothing hurts my heart more than a torn pop filter. Now i can repair them easily!

  • @romanfernandez6167
    @romanfernandez6167 9 лет назад

    Awesome video. This is great advice for everyone new into recording. Thank you.

  • @TheMrBlueGuy
    @TheMrBlueGuy 10 лет назад +3

    Is it me or does Scotty have a slight resemblance of Steve Carell? lol

    • @ScottyD
      @ScottyD  10 лет назад +2

      Believe me... I get that more than you know. :) If only I had his Net Worth :) www.celebritynetworth.com/richest-celebrities/actors/steve-carell-net-worth/

  • @SueroNetwork
    @SueroNetwork 10 лет назад +10

    Lmao...! as im watchin this video my friend yells out JUST BUY ONE! how the hell can you afford a mic and not a damn 15 dollar pop screen filter i reply SHUT UP!!!!!!

    • @ScottyD
      @ScottyD  10 лет назад +2

      Obviously for your friend... for the millionth time... the initial message was missed. THIS IS NOT ABOUT COST!

    • @SueroNetwork
      @SueroNetwork 10 лет назад

      Scotty D um ok.....no shit & ....obviously you have a habit of stating the obvious on youtube to strangers lol ?
      your the one who missed the initial message of what i was saying...& im in college so of course im around friends...dued next time mind your own business..you make yourself look bad

    • @ScottyD
      @ScottyD  10 лет назад +1

      Ty, no ill intentions meant on my reply nor any missed messages from you. Relax, smile and once again, thanks for the comment. I appreciate you being active on the channel!

    • @SueroNetwork
      @SueroNetwork 10 лет назад

      :-) will do! lol just for that ima subscribe!

    • @ScottyD
      @ScottyD  10 лет назад +1

      Ty B Appreciate the sub... If you don't know yet, I do a series on my channel called "What's Up Wednesday?!" Check it out and spread the word... if you have something on your mind you'd like to have me answer or cover, it's the place to get it done :) Once again, thanks for the Sub!

  • @Mysterygamer
    @Mysterygamer 8 лет назад

    Great Idea And Brilliant Little Project, Thanks For The Share.

  • @PinkOwlCreations
    @PinkOwlCreations 10 лет назад

    WOW! I totally loved the video. I am anxious to see your other videos.

    • @ScottyD
      @ScottyD  10 лет назад

      Glad you liked it... welcome to my TechErtainment community! :)

  • @MrDonkeykong321
    @MrDonkeykong321 9 лет назад +3

    is it just me or does he look a little like steve carell

    • @ScottyD
      @ScottyD  9 лет назад +1

      Thanks... I think. :). I get this all the time.

    • @michwng
      @michwng 9 лет назад

      WowT!me Videos I think it's the eyes. He has great looking eyes... not to be creepy.

  • @keikoalloui4090
    @keikoalloui4090 8 лет назад

    Great video with simple instruction to follow, and the price is just right - Cheap! I actually use the clothe I got with my RayBan glasses and works great! Again, great video!

  • @thirstyninja5682
    @thirstyninja5682 7 лет назад +2

    THANKS MAN!! This is so helpful!

  • @pascalrasmus
    @pascalrasmus 7 лет назад

    Terrific I never thought of that before. I'll get one for peanuts. Very useful video. Thanks a lot Scotty for this.

  • @snowypotato9963
    @snowypotato9963 8 лет назад

    I love this video! It's so easy to do. Imma go buy the things I need and start making a pop filter. Thank you so much for doing this video!

  • @ayyyyliens
    @ayyyyliens 10 лет назад

    wow. this was IMMENSELY helpful. definitely doing this. thanks so much!!!

  • @janamclean1684
    @janamclean1684 5 лет назад

    Shocking stockings - are you kidding me? Worked a treat - big, big thank you

  • @wowkapyrthei2183
    @wowkapyrthei2183 8 лет назад

    This is so cool!! Imma buy these things and create my own pop-filter. Thanks to you :) *BIG THANKS*

  • @-__-_-_--__--_-__-_____--_-___
    @-__-_-_--__--_-__-_____--_-___ 10 лет назад

    Thanks, I found a cool wooden embroidery hoop and it looks awesome!

  • @animeman1000
    @animeman1000 7 лет назад

    Thanks for your contributions to making my mic recording easier.
    Once my current Pop filter breaks I will definitely make one of these.

  • @ControlledPairsGaming
    @ControlledPairsGaming 9 лет назад +1

    Just made a pop filter using your method. I swapped the wire for some Gear Ties (I'm sure there are other brands) which seem to work really well!

  • @RossCrain
    @RossCrain 10 лет назад

    Great video. So clear and helpful!!! Thanks man!

  • @bobodemag
    @bobodemag 10 лет назад

    Thanks, Scotty. Really good stuff.
    Cheap and effective is right up my alley.

    • @ScottyD
      @ScottyD  10 лет назад

      Glad to have helped.

  • @BirdVisionEnt
    @BirdVisionEnt 9 лет назад

    Awesome video very helpful man I'm thinking about getting some supplies tomorrow and make one

  • @pincushion92
    @pincushion92 10 лет назад

    great video man!! very simply and easy to follow

  • @levibartowski4691
    @levibartowski4691 9 лет назад

    this really helps a lot..basically, to some who ask "hy not buy instead of making"one is for sure, to some countries like here in Cambodia where i work, there are just a few pop filters..in here some musical instruments and materials can be found and some are hard to find. Pop filters are too expensive and you cant get it for few bucks in here...so DIY are sometimes a great help...keep it up

  • @jvanburen4713
    @jvanburen4713 4 года назад +1

    Thanks for this. Broke my pop filter arm and this helped me replace it

  • @valhjim
    @valhjim 6 лет назад

    Such a simple thing yet so necessary! Great tip, Scotty, clear explanation and great way to save money! Thanks :)

  • @AdamRainStopper
    @AdamRainStopper 9 лет назад +2

    You can also get higher-thread-count (a denser mesh) nylon "speaker cloth" in larger, more uniform and flatter lengths at the fabric store.
    I have a need for a slightly tougher screen, so I use double-folded pieces, for a total of 4 layers on the final product, and sometimes I'll even use a second pop-filter with burlap to be placed between the nylon filter and the mic.
    I have also SLIGHTLY dampened the nylon in the finished pop-filter, then dried it with a blow-dryer, to tighten it up even more after the embroidery-hoop is already tightened.
    Good tutorial.
    EDIT: You can also go over the perimeter on the back with hot glue to help keep the nylon from fraying (which would give you a "run in your stockings" that could go all the way in to the functional part of the nylon) or slipping out over time.

  • @PixelShogoz
    @PixelShogoz 9 лет назад

    Dude....Thanks so much for sharing how you made the pop filter :D. Ordering the stuff now.

  • @marijn3554
    @marijn3554 9 лет назад

    Wauw thats pretty neat Scotty! looks very easy to do!

  • @JupiMeow
    @JupiMeow 8 лет назад +1

    Double thumbs up! This is one quality DIY! :D

  • @nalarepooc1
    @nalarepooc1 9 лет назад

    Excellent - thank you Scotty - you are a Star! Going to assemble the parts and make mine shortly!

  • @buttertoes1829
    @buttertoes1829 10 лет назад

    Thanks for sharing and also demonstrating why we need a Pop Filter! Thumbs up!!! :D