This video answers the most common questions I get about oscilloscopes and probes... What BW probe should I get? Can I use a probe with a BW that is different than my scope BW, etc. One important consideration presented in the video is ensuring that the probe can be properly compensated. Here are videos that I have done in the past on probe compensation:
• #206: Importance of 10X Probe Compens...
• #9: Basic 1X and 10X Oscilloscope Pro...