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Yo! I saw your review! Nice job! I literally just switched out an AT-BP40 mic that I have loved using in favor of this mic tonight. Might not always be the case but for now I think it may be my go-to for a simple set up for one of my podcasts.

@SummitCityStudios thank you for watching man. It aphids make a great travel mic for sure. It's solid, won't have to worry about damage.

I've still been quite impressed with mine. In fact, It will be the primary cam for one of my podcasts this year.

Not bad at all for a first mic. It has served me well. And it may have just been replaced in my set up with a new fifine mic I just reviewed, the Profile 3. Its a condenser mic that is running about the same price.

The SM7B is a great mic and it took me awhile to pull the trigger and buy one. But there are so many good mics out there right now for much less. I think the most important thing is learning how to get the most out of whatever mic you have before you upgrade to the next best thing.

That's a good word! Another great reason to pick this up while the price is right.

Nice! Would love to know what you think as you start to use it.

Not sure on that one. Are you using the Elgato Camera Hub app? There is a preview format option at the bottom of the screen that you can select different resolutions. You can see it at the 2:55 mark in this video. You may have already tried that though. The only other thing it could be (without being able to see your settings anyway) is the usb cable you are using. It needs a USB3 or higher cable to function properly. That's what it comes with so if you are using that cable that might not be it either.

I have not used the Maono mic. Do you have experience with that one? I'd love to know what you think.

I've had those same issues with other webcams which is one reason I liked this one. I didn't have those issues. Out of curiosity, did you use Elgato's Camera Hub app with it. That's where I found the best opportunity to dial in the settings.

@@SummitCityStudios Yup. That's exactly where I've been messing with the settings. High light, low light, front light, back light, natural light, artificial light, nothing works.

@@AlRubyx That's frustrating. I sent another camera back (different brand) because of that. It sounds like it may be a white balance/color temperature issue. If you still have the camera, try turning off the auto white balance and move the color temp slider down to 3500 K. Then slowly move it up from there and see if you can get any better results.

@@AlRubyx Maybe a defective camera then? I've had to deal with that too (not with this one, but another brand) when reviews are all great and the one I get is always out of focus or oversaturated.

Actually don’t think I mentioned the cost in this video. It’s $299 USD. Perhaps a bit expensive for a webcam BUT consider that it’s being compared in this video to a MUCH higher priced mirrorless camera option.

what kind of mixer do you have?

great question! In this case, I would only pair it with video IF it's related to what you're talking about on the podcast. I wouldn't use just random eye-catching b-roll. A couple things you could do: 1. film short segments of your podcast on your phone and post those as shorts or reels. 2. use AI generated captions and create video clips that feature your podcast logo and the captions displaying dynamically as you are speaking. 3. record separate promo clips to share when your episodes release. “On this week’s podcast my guest is…. who will help you…”

For this comparison I used XLR. I did a review of the K688 in another video where you can hear both USB and XLR: ua-cam.com/video/W_l3ahBEwXE/v-deo.htmlsi=8PWkFE6k-JnYc_NC

I'm not sure on this one because. Anchor.fm has been taken over by Spotify since I made this video. Are you using Spotify now or is it still allowing you to create with Anchor? That may help me answer your question.

What interface do you use? What other ones under $30 would you recommend? That could be really helpful.

heyy i need an audio interface for my k688 can you please drop some recommendations for me

@@tigerrawrmeow what will you be using it for? streaming? podcasting? recording music? I might have different recommendations for each?

@@SummitCityStudios basically for online meeting calls,discord,valorant. I just want my k688 to sound better with cheap interface like fifine sc1

@@tigerrawrmeow The Focusrite Vocaster One could be a great option for you. It's normally on the higher end of the "budget interfaces" but right now it's on sale for under $60. It has some voice enhancement features along with auto gain controls. Here's my affiliate link if you are interested (I get a small kickback and it supports this channel but doesn't cost you anything additional): amzn.to/3OxBN2N

I LOVE the DJI mics. I've used them in a variety of settings due to their portability and flexibility of use. I have the first edition of the DJI mics and those are running about 250 (amzn.to/48gb5F7) on amazon. the new version is running around 350 (amzn.to/4dzveqF)

Glad to hear it. Are you setting up a channel?

yeah i didn't get this one quite right. thanks for the feedback. much appreciated!

The spec sheet lists it as a 1/4 inch jack but I believe that's the same as a 6.35 mm jack. guess it depends on where you live. Should be the same size.

I haven't paired the two but using the XLR input usually does improve the sound quality over the USB input ever so slightly. However, using the K688 as a USB mic isn't bad. If you wanted to improve the quality you might look into a USB interface that gives you more control with features like a high pass filter and a compressor.

building community has been huge for me. admittedly there are times I'm more intentional about it than others, but a growing community definitely builds momentum.

The light I use for my hair light is a godox ES45. It's more of a gaming type light that you might mount behind your monitor but I have it mounted to my ceiling and use the detachable remote control to adjust the brightness. It's ideal for me because it is diffused light already and I can "set it and forget it." What ever you use I would recommend some diffusion. If your key light and fill lights are diffused and your hair light is not, it could cast some pretty funky shadows. Here's a link to the light i'm using: amzn.to/3yTGOi1

It definitely takes some training to not just hear it but also learn how to tweak it. Sometimes it takes awhile for me to dial in a new mic but once I do, it can set it and forget it.

It's going to cost a lot less too ;)

Authenticity is the way to go. Only you can be you!

glad to hear that. are you getting your space set up?

You can record in a car. I've even done an episode about that. but I wouldn't recommend it if you can avoid it. ;)

@@SummitCityStudios i would love to see a video on why the car is wrong place to record

@@MorningStarQuest I don't know if it's the WRONG place. just not an ideal place. I'd be happy to make that video though. stay tuned 🚗

I had a guest in my home studio today and my dog was not happy about it. Made for a tricky day of recording 🙁

I wish I could answer that for you. I have never used the Maono mic. I do know some folks who have had good success with Maono mics but I personally have not tried them. I would love to hear from anyone in the comments who could potentially answer that one.

I love the flexibility you have to be able to record in multiple place! Also, the RCP II is a solid choice, but I would suggest picking up a couple XLR mics for it rather than USB or USB/XLR combo mics. You will have more XLR inputs with that board.

The avatar idea can feel a little extreme AND also feel a bit like you are limiting your audience. But by being able to focus on that one made up individual, you will likely also speak to an audience that shares some of those same characteristics.

The backlights are GVM-850Ds. They are mounted from a bar on the ceiling and easily controlled with the GVM app from my phone.

@@SummitCityStudios Thanks 🙂

Great question. I thought the audio quality was up to par for a simple audio podcast and I did not experience any latency. unfortunately I can't speak to the the rest of your question because I have not tested this with anything other than a mic.

It is an intriguing price for a decent piece of equipment. I think your Vocaster suits you well though.

Glad this channel has been helpful.

It's a nice little interface. I wouldn't replace the gear you already have though.

16-bit/44.1k-48k Hz

definitely some competition. glad @m4nc1n1 was able to answer your question before I got back to you.

@m4nc1n1 thanks for chiming in on that. I've been away for a bit.

Bro what are you on about😂

Still couldn't hear the mower but should have turned the fan off 🙃