I absolutely loved this review, this mic is now very high on my list of considerations. I hope you could also check out the GXL3000 from CAD as well, there aren’t a lot of reviews and tests out there atm and I’m very intrigued. Thanks again for another awesome review, happy podcasting!
The CAD GXL1200 small diaphragm is really excellent and surprisingly good for voice as well as being awesome on drums and guitar cabs...it also has only 14db self noise :)
First congrats on 50k! Okay I own this mic actually it was my first microphone. So if you unscrew the bottom there is a switch inside that you can hit .
When upgrading your studio equipment should you upgrade your audio interface first or your mic? I have a mxl 770 (condenser microphone) and a Behringer um2 (interface). I decided i want to buy a rode nt1a and a focusrite scarlet solo but idk which one to buy first?
Hey man! Awesome vid just as always! Hey, I have a question: in your opinion what is the best mic for all the podcast voice stuff for around 50 bucks atm? (I got m-audio m-track audio interface, that has xlr and phantom power) Thank you in advance!
this mic also has a bass freq, filter on the inside, if you unscrew the bottom ring and slide the sleeve down there is a button on the inside, just incase you have a very deep voice, or if you are trying to recod like a bass guitar and what not, i have had the same mic for well over 2 years now and when ran into a mixer, and eqed i love the sound of it, i also have the 3000 and the 2200 is much better! great vid btw
Please can you recommend microphone for singing (vocals) under 40$ which works fine without phantom power or audio interface. BUT I CAN BUY A USB SOUNDCARD. PLEASE suggest me. Thanks.
Have watched a number of your videos on Microphones. The number of choices is overwhelming, to say the least. What would you recommend to someone who is just getting into recording? I am only interested in recording voice & Acoustic guitar probably using the Audacity program. I would purchase a basic interface such as the Focusrite 2i2 & a decent pair of headphones. Your input would be much appreciated...........Thanks, Steve
If you unscrew the base of the mic(GXl-2200) there is a push button on the little board, I think I remember reading somewhere that it was a filter of some kind. Could you possibly give it a whirl and post a short test clip on the second channel?
I'd love to see you do a review of the Cad E100s maybe our friend Mike Delegatio (Booth Junkie) could lend you his. I know how much he lives them but then again that's for voice over I would love to see how it copes with your usual test with the guitars aswell.
Please do a comparison of the blue yeti and the audio technica at2020. Having a tough time deciding which one to buy. I'm most likely going to get the yeti but am not sure as i am no professional.
I have what I believe is the same mic, but the only marking on it is the CAD logo and the polar pattern diagram . I assume it’s the same mic as it sounds similar in your video. The high end is a bit bright but I’ve used it backed off me in some of my videos for spoken word and it sounds pretty good that way. It is a little more harsh than my mxl, but the mxl 770 to me sounds like it has a slight compression distortion to it. I’m still debating on which one I like better.
Anant X If I were you I'd just get the MXL V67G because they seem to be close in price and the V67G has a better frequency response chart. But the 440 does have a better Signal to noise ratio of 80 db vs the V67G's 73 db. Unless you're seeing the 440 for some great used price.
John Jackson thank you so much for the suggestion.. but the problem here is that.. V67G costs 5 times more than 440 here in India .. in that case dont you think 440 is a better mic for vocals and acoustic guitar ?
I have a classic CAD e100 and I have to say...it is one of my favorites in my collection. It has a nice warm, buttery smooth sound that I haven't heard on anything cheap or expensive. This isn't half bad either. CAD definitely cares about their work and puts a lot of care into their products.
At first I thought it was CAD'S electret response to the AT2020 (even the same numbers in different order) but the company states the GLX-2200 holds a large diaphragm inside. Is that truly possible at $75?
Z Alves Anything 1"+ can be called large diaphragm. There are $80~ large diaphragms, and the AT2020 is $100, so it is completely possible, especially if they cheap out somewhere else to focus on the capsule. It looks like a pretty large capsule from what I can see through the grille as well. Even mass produced low quality mics like the NW-700, BM-700, and similar rebrands have a 22mm capsule so 1 inch capsules at $75 isn't too far out there.
I always associate large diaphragm with $100+ microphones. For instance, the AT2035 and the AKG P220 are more expensive than the AT2020 and the P210 because of their large diaphragm. That's why I found it weird that a $75 mic could have such a diaphragm inside. But you're right: it may be so at the expense of something else (in fact, the GLX-2200 looks flimsy next to the other mikes I've mentioned).
Hi - unscrew the base - really easy and cover comes off - easy to screw back...i tried it myself but reverted back cause i like the extra sound detail without using it....@@Podcastage
I've had one for years but it popped a lot so taking it apart it is a bad solder joint but then I remembered it had a bass cut off button on the board , cut the bass and it sounded great for singing
Podcastage Your reviews are repetitive by nature but that is what makes them so valuable, the adlib is good though. Honestly I couldn't give a flying #$&@ about most of the mics but I just watch to see your 10 second songs. Reminds me of Fat Records Short Songs for Short People.
Humbug Show thank you! I’m glad some people understand why I don’t change the format too much (if at all). It makes the reviews comparable. Therefore if I’m not doing a versus series, you can compare the mics and have a pretty good idea how they sound.
Finally I’ve been voting for this mic. Thank you pod for this mic review but, I use Sony Vegas pro 14. How do I cut off high frequencies on that? Anyone help me. ;-;
Hi! Thank you for your video from Ukraine! You are THE BEST! I have a question, please help me. I want to record a guitar with a vocal cover and my song. What do you recommend to me? USB microphone or Condenser microphone with interface? What microphone you recommend for $ 200 (or a microphone with an interface) Thank you! With great wishes from Ukraine!
I'm surprised they have a great quality mic like this, so far the experience with CAD has been somewhat spotty, with this being the one positive thing out of them since ever. But good for them on making a solid product.
Oh that is good to know, I've only gotten to try their USB equipment and havent had a good experience with those so my view may be somewhat bias since I have limited experience with their other products.
Darkguard- clash royale I don't think there's a difference. I think it's like HDMI cables where a cheap cable is just as good. A more expensive cable _could_ last longer, but you could also just buy more $10 cables.
I see this used on eBay with auctions starting at around $30~. Nobody seems to bid on them so it would be a really cheap mic to pair with an interface if your just starting out. But if you're going to be paying the full $75 just wait a bit and get something a bit better or buy something nicer used. For only $10~ more there are quite a few MXL mics you could choose, or you could find a used AT2020.
AT2020 is a 16mm small-membrane electret. If you're looking for the kind of sound texture that this mic delivers, most MXL and the AT are really not direct alternatives. If you're thinking of MXL440 and several similar models, well while it's probably rolled off the same factory as this and clearly has its electronics designed by the same person, the capsule is different and the "large membrane" designation by MXL is a straight up lie. The membrane measures something like 16mm or barely any larger and then there's two brass rings and a brass mesh piece that hide the sin and make it look more substantial than it really is.
I don't recall there being a switch on this thing. The documentation doesn't mention it in video, and checking CADs website it doesn't list a switch either: www.cadaudio.com/products/gxl-series/gxl2200#overview What is the switch supposed to do?
ok so I've watched like almost all these videos and would like to find a mic around 100 dollars. That I could use for gaming and some music covers. I deff what a condenser and i still can't choose lol slightly frustraed i just want the best mic i could buy right now for 100 bucks not including exstra hardware.
It does sound okay. I'm just getting to the point where there's so many mics on here, that I need to begin to be more critical or every video will end with "Hey it sounds pretty good. Buy it".
Dude! Congrats on 50k!!
Thanks.
Wow... how enthusiastic ^^
I absolutely loved this review, this mic is now very high on my list of considerations. I hope you could also check out the GXL3000 from CAD as well, there aren’t a lot of reviews and tests out there atm and I’m very intrigued. Thanks again for another awesome review, happy podcasting!
This is the mic the rapper Logic used at his home studio before he got big
Congrats on 50k brother
The CAD GXL1200 small diaphragm is really excellent and surprisingly good for voice as well as being awesome on drums and guitar cabs...it also has only 14db self noise :)
Congratz on 50k! Definetely deserve it!
First congrats on 50k! Okay I own this mic actually it was my first microphone. So if you unscrew the bottom there is a switch inside that you can hit .
+Johnhitbox really!? Damn it. I missed it. What does it do?
its a booste sounds like bass and gain maybe ill tweet my pic out later.
Podcastage it’s a high pass filter.
thanks thats what it was.
I have this mic, so far I have never tried a mic as clear as this.
Hi, please can you give me some advice? Which one is better for voice acting? AT2020 XLR version or ATR2500? Or do you have a better suggestion?
Congrats on 50k subs.Man I salute u for working hard
When upgrading your studio equipment should you upgrade your audio interface first or your mic? I have a mxl 770 (condenser microphone) and a Behringer um2 (interface). I decided i want to buy a rode nt1a and a focusrite scarlet solo but idk which one to buy first?
Yung Hiroshi I'd go for the audio interface first, and then the NT1a. In fact, I'd go for the NT1 (black model) because the silver edition is old.
Z Alves alright thank you
Andrew M. Sheppard alright thanks for the information, I’ll do more research before i spend any money
Hey man! Awesome vid just as always!
Hey, I have a question: in your opinion what is the best mic for all the podcast voice stuff for around 50 bucks atm? (I got m-audio m-track audio interface, that has xlr and phantom power)
Thank you in advance!
I'd suggest a dynamic. Look at Q2u, ATR2100usb (which are both XLR/USB mics) or look at the Shure SM48 which is great for $40.
this mic also has a bass freq, filter on the inside, if you unscrew the bottom ring and slide the sleeve down there is a button on the inside, just incase you have a very deep voice, or if you are trying to recod like a bass guitar and what not, i have had the same mic for well over 2 years now and when ran into a mixer, and eqed i love the sound of it, i also have the 3000 and the 2200 is much better! great vid btw
That chord progression sounded like the intro to "Weight of the World" by All American Rejects!
Congrats on your 50K Subscribers! 100K Soon!
Long road ahead.
Please can you recommend microphone for singing (vocals) under 40$ which works fine without phantom power or audio interface. BUT I CAN BUY A USB SOUNDCARD. PLEASE suggest me. Thanks.
Have watched a number of your videos on Microphones. The number of choices is overwhelming, to say the least. What would you recommend to someone who is just getting into recording? I am only interested in recording voice & Acoustic guitar probably using the Audacity program. I would purchase a basic interface such as the Focusrite 2i2 & a decent pair of headphones. Your input would be much appreciated...........Thanks, Steve
MXL makes some good condenser options. Audio Technica also makes a condenser mic around $100. It's all about which tone sounds best to your ears.
Thanks for the reply! I will look into your suggestions..........S
I recently bought this product and tested and the result was awesome👍
what's the difference between 5.1 and 7.1 ch usb sound cards??? which one is better???
will both work with SF-940???
please help me!!
If you unscrew the base of the mic(GXl-2200) there is a push button on the little board, I think I remember reading somewhere that it was a filter of some kind. Could you possibly give it a whirl and post a short test clip on the second channel?
I've been thinking of purchasing the AT2035 but a lot of these cheaper microphones have such good quality it makes it hard to decide.
i'm in the same position except i'm looking for the at2020.
William Junger The 2020 is a usb microphone isn't it?
there's the 2020+ wich is USB and the "normal" 2020 is XLR
I'd love to see you do a review of the Cad E100s maybe our friend Mike Delegatio (Booth Junkie) could lend you his. I know how much he lives them but then again that's for voice over I would love to see how it copes with your usual test with the guitars aswell.
Get the 2035, you won't regret it. Its a great mic for the price and comes with very nice shock mount included.
Thank you finally i get to see ur review....
So I need a cheap mic for my home studio (singing and rap vocals) should I buy the Blue Snowball or the Behringer C-1u
I ranked those both on my BEST USB MIC UNDER $100 video.
Podcastage I’ll watch it, thanks :)
I like the high brightness. It's good. Oh well, to each their own. But yeah it's great this mike is.
Is this mix better than the mxl 770 ?
gxl2200 vs mxl770
Which do yu like?
How does line up against the Adx51 for drum overheads
Please do a comparison of the blue yeti and the audio technica at2020. Having a tough time deciding which one to buy. I'm most likely going to get the yeti but am not sure as i am no professional.
How does this compare to an at2020?
i could be wrong but isn't there a HighPass filter button located inside?
You´re right . But CAD doesn´give any information about it. You have to discover that.
he needs more subs
What’s a better microphone than this one but in the same price range
I have what I believe is the same mic, but the only marking on it is the CAD logo and the polar pattern diagram . I assume it’s the same mic as it sounds similar in your video. The high end is a bit bright but I’ve used it backed off me in some of my videos for spoken word and it sounds pretty good that way. It is a little more harsh than my mxl, but the mxl 770 to me sounds like it has a slight compression distortion to it. I’m still debating on which one I like better.
Is this mic better than akg p120?
CONGRATS ON 50K ...please review MXL 440. and its comparison with neewer
Anant X If I were you I'd just get the MXL V67G because they seem to be close in price and the V67G has a better frequency response chart. But the 440 does have a better Signal to noise ratio of 80 db vs the V67G's 73 db. Unless you're seeing the 440 for some great used price.
John Jackson thank you so much for the suggestion.. but the problem here is that.. V67G costs 5 times more than 440 here in India .. in that case dont you think 440 is a better mic for vocals and acoustic guitar ?
Anant X Oh definitely if the price is that different. Oddly enough in Canada the 440 is the more expensive one.
I have a classic CAD e100 and I have to say...it is one of my favorites in my collection. It has a nice warm, buttery smooth sound that I haven't heard on anything cheap or expensive. This isn't half bad either. CAD definitely cares about their work and puts a lot of care into their products.
At first I thought it was CAD'S electret response to the AT2020 (even the same numbers in different order) but the company states the GLX-2200 holds a large diaphragm inside. Is that truly possible at $75?
That's certainly what they say it is.
Sounds too good to be true! How did you feel it in comparison to the AT2020?
By the way, congrats on the 50K !! : D
Z Alves Anything 1"+ can be called large diaphragm. There are $80~ large diaphragms, and the AT2020 is $100, so it is completely possible, especially if they cheap out somewhere else to focus on the capsule. It looks like a pretty large capsule from what I can see through the grille as well.
Even mass produced low quality mics like the NW-700, BM-700, and similar rebrands have a 22mm capsule so 1 inch capsules at $75 isn't too far out there.
I always associate large diaphragm with $100+ microphones. For instance, the AT2035 and the AKG P220 are more expensive than the AT2020 and the P210 because of their large diaphragm. That's why I found it weird that a $75 mic could have such a diaphragm inside. But you're right: it may be so at the expense of something else (in fact, the GLX-2200 looks flimsy next to the other mikes I've mentioned).
SF-666 or SF-940
Which one is better???
Hi!! Can you Please Review the Mickle MM 100 USB Microphone? Thank You!!
Would love to know your thoughts on the GXL 3000.
that bump in the high end was there to compare to the neuman u-87 which is known for a overbearing peak at the top end. just roll it off.
can you review the 1200?
50 k subs lets go !!
have yoiu notice the hidding botton inside? its a high pass filter
Thanks for the heads up. I tried to find this a few months ago and couldn't track it down. I'll have to try again.
Hi - unscrew the base - really easy and cover comes off - easy to screw back...i tried it myself but reverted back cause i like the extra sound detail without using it....@@Podcastage
I've had one for years but it popped a lot so taking it apart it is a bad solder joint but then I remembered it had a bass cut off button on the board , cut the bass and it sounded great for singing
Can you check this mic out CAD Pro Studio Condenser Microphone
CAD microphones are quiet sharp sounding.
You got a thumbs up from me just for being original with your keyboard noise comment :)
It's not AS repetitive. HA!
Podcastage Your reviews are repetitive by nature but that is what makes them so valuable, the adlib is good though.
Honestly I couldn't give a flying #$&@ about most of the mics but I just watch to see your 10 second songs.
Reminds me of Fat Records Short Songs for Short People.
Humbug Show thank you! I’m glad some people understand why I don’t change the format too much (if at all). It makes the reviews comparable. Therefore if I’m not doing a versus series, you can compare the mics and have a pretty good idea how they sound.
Podcastage Just keep writing awesome diddies and I will keep giving you thumbs up :)
Podcastage and hope Advanced Microphone Reviews doesn't see that frequency response curve.....
Lol ;)
Finally I’ve been voting for this mic. Thank you pod for this mic review but, I use Sony Vegas pro 14. How do I cut off high frequencies on that? Anyone help me. ;-;
Cooper Use a Low-Pass Filter or EQ
Tarek Walkadi Thank you I found it. I’ll start working on it I’m so used to hitfilm4express. I just moved to Sony Vegas so its new to me.
Hi! Thank you for your video from Ukraine! You are THE BEST! I have a question, please help me. I want to record a guitar with a vocal cover and my song. What do you recommend to me? USB microphone or Condenser microphone with interface? What microphone you recommend for $ 200 (or a microphone with an interface)
Thank you!
With great wishes from Ukraine!
Sorry for my English :)
What environment will you be recording in? Do you have concerns? Are you recording both guitar and vocals at the same time or separately?
Podcastage I will record it's at home. Guitar and vocals will be recording in same time. I have acoustic guitar.
Thanks for your answer!
3:01 10/10 lyrics.
Hey. Could you review the Beyerdynamic MCE 85 PV?
Added to the voting poll.
GXL 3000 review PLEASE
I'm surprised they have a great quality mic like this, so far the experience with CAD has been somewhat spotty, with this being the one positive thing out of them since ever. But good for them on making a solid product.
evilzombie They've got more expensive stuff that's supposed to be good as well. I think it's just their USB mics and headsets that are terrible.
Oh that is good to know, I've only gotten to try their USB equipment and havent had a good experience with those so my view may be somewhat bias since I have limited experience with their other products.
I have this mic tell me recording set up
Hey man, can we have the reviews on Avid Vocal Studio?
I can't find an AVID Vocal Studio.
Podcastage www.m-audio.com/products/view/vocal-studio
wat abt hissss sound?
NOTIFICATION SQUA-oh...Its all just my imagination huh..I see...
Hey! Hope you got this vid monetized gain, i started it two times and everytime i got the amazon ad clip...
Got remonetized yesterday morning after 24 hours of demonetization.
Can u review on cheap XLR cable Vs expensive XLR cable
Darkguard- clash royale I don't think there's a difference. I think it's like HDMI cables where a cheap cable is just as good. A more expensive cable _could_ last longer, but you could also just buy more $10 cables.
I have them and I plan on it. But there's no difference in sound quality. It's only in durability and shielding.
Some say I'm quick, I prefer minute man.
I see this used on eBay with auctions starting at around $30~. Nobody seems to bid on them so it would be a really cheap mic to pair with an interface if your just starting out.
But if you're going to be paying the full $75 just wait a bit and get something a bit better or buy something nicer used. For only $10~ more there are quite a few MXL mics you could choose, or you could find a used AT2020.
AT2020 is a 16mm small-membrane electret. If you're looking for the kind of sound texture that this mic delivers, most MXL and the AT are really not direct alternatives. If you're thinking of MXL440 and several similar models, well while it's probably rolled off the same factory as this and clearly has its electronics designed by the same person, the capsule is different and the "large membrane" designation by MXL is a straight up lie. The membrane measures something like 16mm or barely any larger and then there's two brass rings and a brass mesh piece that hide the sin and make it look more substantial than it really is.
Please review the Akg perception 400.
Can you review the blue bluebird bandrew
Best condenser microphone for singing under $150
You didn't refence the switch inside.
I don't recall there being a switch on this thing. The documentation doesn't mention it in video, and checking CADs website it doesn't list a switch either: www.cadaudio.com/products/gxl-series/gxl2200#overview
What is the switch supposed to do?
nice
ok so I've watched like almost all these videos and would like to find a mic around 100 dollars. That I could use for gaming and some music covers. I deff what a condenser and i still can't choose lol slightly frustraed i just want the best mic i could buy right now for 100 bucks not including exstra hardware.
Pls review the gxl3000 Bandrew pls
Sooo....any giveaways for 50K
I'm waiting to see if I actually stay at 50k. I may do something slightly different.
yeah we want free mics. even that turtle beach shit would do.
This mic is similar to the 103 for vocals at a cheap price!
Lmao
Plz roland quad capture review
Can you review my mic... I have a Tascam TM-80, I have saw reviews for other users that ain't good as this channel. Please.
This VS the AT 2035
Sounds ok for the $.
WHY WOULD YOU NOT SHOW WHAT IT SOUNDS LIKE 🥴
I got mine for 10$ at a goodwill 😅
I thought it sounded ok
It does sound okay. I'm just getting to the point where there's so many mics on here, that I need to begin to be more critical or every video will end with "Hey it sounds pretty good. Buy it".
fair point
That shit isn't $75...it's $149
Damn its a crap mic ahah still in my closet. I dont recommend it, just get a entry level like the at2020 its better if you start.