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Austin Bell shoots basketball courts—thousands of them—mostly from above. Using a drone and a flat-lay approach, he’s documented more than 6,500 courts across 28 countries, including every single example to be found across Hong Kong’s variegated landscape. In 2024, Bell’s self-described “nonchalant obsession” became Shooting Hoops, an exhibition and monograph that maps the city through color, geometry, and concrete.
Above Photograph © Austin Bell
In today’s show—our first full video release in our in-house studio—Austin describes the
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After an extended hiatus, we’re stoked to announce that the B&H Photography Podcast is back online with an impressive visual identity and a vibrant new studio space for hosting in-person guests.
Above Photograph © Grace Massara
In this Welcome Back prequel, host Derek Fahsbender elaborates on some of the moving parts involved in our transition from audio-only to a fully-fledged video podcast. He also introduces the show’s new technical producer Peter Maziarz, who adds his insights from behind the mixing board.
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Austin Bell shoots basketball courts—thousands of them—mostly from above. Using a drone and a flat-lay approach, he’s documented more than 6,500 courts across 28 countries, including every single example to be found across Hong Kong’s variegated landscape. In 2024, Bell’s self-described “nonchalant obsession” became Shooting Hoops, an exhibition and monograph that maps the city through color, geometry, and concrete.
Above Photograph © Austin Bell
In today’s show—our first full video release in our in-house studio—Austin describes the complex
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After an extended hiatus, we’re stoked to announce that the B&H Photography Podcast is back online with an impressive visual identity and a vibrant new studio space for hosting in-person guests.
Above Photograph © Grace Massara
In this Welcome Back prequel, host Derek Fahsbender elaborates on some of the moving parts involved in our transition from audio-only to a fully-fledged video podcast. He also introduces the show’s new technical producer Peter Maziarz, who adds his insights from behind the mixing board.
by M. Brett Smith · Posted
Sonos just announced the arrival of two new premium audio devices: the Beam Ultra soundbar and Ace Ultra headphones. Featuring brand-new AI-enhanced technologies and the signature, high-fidelity sound quality Sonos devices are known for, the latest entries in Sonos’s incomparable audio catalog look to deliver a groundbreaking listening experience.
Sonos Beam Ultra: Small Never Sounded So Good
Bearing a name that belies its size, the
by Freddy Gerngross · Posted
If you’re looking to get into home recording, you’ll need an audio interface. They all do essentially the same thing, so what matters is the number and types of input/output (I/O) they have. In the current market, every manufacturer is looking to set themselves apart from the competition and in this guide, we’ll go over some popular and affordable series of audio interfaces we have in stock at B&H and what to look for depending on what you’re trying to accomplish. Our picks clock in under $500 for the most part so you won’t have to sweat
by Freddy Gerngross · Posted
When it comes to converting and amplifying audio, these three terms are often used interchangeably, and to make things more confusing, audio interfaces and headphone amps can have DACs built into them.
But fear not dear reader, we’ve got the info you need to make the right choice! Here’s the rundown of these categories and when to consider them:
DAC (Digital-to-Analog-Converter)
What is a DAC?
A DAC is an audio component that takes the 1s and 0s of a digital audio signal and converts it into an audible analog signal that is coherent to the
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Smartphone or mirrorless cameras: which of these cameras are the right one the start your podcast with? Nick explains the benefits and drawbacks of each.
0:00 - Image Quality
0:32 - Manual Control
0:57 - Inputs, Monitoring, Power
1:36 - Utility
2:22 - What’s The Verdict?
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If you're becoming a video podcaster, how do you choose between mirrorless and smartphone cameras? Nick breaks down the pros and cons of each.
0:00 - Intro
0:06 - Smartphones
0:27 - Mirrorless
by Roberto Bayde · Posted
Streaming has become a new form of entertainment in today's world. While one can simply pick up their phone and begin streaming, it's the extra you put into it that sets you apart. The following items are some of the best products you can buy to elevate any stream.
Webaround Close-Up Collapsible Portable Webcam Backdrop
In a tight room and your background isn’t appealing to viewers? Well, this
by Freddy Gerngross · Posted
Mixing in headphones is a somewhat controversial topic in the pro audio world. Some producers and engineers mix primarily in headphones (often out of necessity) and others denounce the practice as entirely useless, preferring to work only on studio monitors. But I think that everyone can agree that a sound mix, whether it’s a song, podcast, video, or other, needs to sound good on headphones and on larger speakers. For me, and many other engineers, that
by Steven Esposito · Posted
If you have found yourself moving, downsizing, or going away to school, you might be dealt a desk area that is drastically smaller than that to which you are accustomed. If this is you, or will be you sometime soon, a small workspace is no reason to panic. With some intention and a bit of finessing, you can cultivate a sleek and functional small desk setup without compromising on quality. I am going to share some helpful pointers with supplementary products to consider while you transition into a new, smaller workspace.
Lose the Monitor Base
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by Freddy Gerngross · Posted
Shure by Gator is a licensing partnership between the famous microphone manufacturer Shure and Gator, one of the leading manufacturers of audio equipment stands and cases. These two big-time brands have teamed up to make high-end premium audio accessories like boom arms, mic stands, and equipment bags created specifically to support the legendary Shure equipment and microphones like the SM7B and MV7—but they’re perfectly compatible with just about any piece of equipment.
by Freddy Gerngross · Posted
Whether you’re a musician who’s building a studio or rehearsal space, setting up an audio system at a venue or house of worship, an aspiring streamer/podcaster, or a production house, the audio mixer may be the most important (and expensive) purchase you make—but with multitudes of options, you’ll want to know exactly what you need before pulling the trigger.
This guide will help you sort through the factors to consider when searching for the perfect mixer for the job. If you’ve got a case of choice paralysis when it comes to mixers, or if