This is just for me (or anyone else interested in how the RODE NT1 compares to the U87). Amazing demo! Thanks for taking the time to create it. 0:16 Rock: U87 0:40 Rock: RODE NT1 1:09 Country: U87 1:37 Country: NT1 3:03 Voiceover: U87 3:36 Voiceover: NT1 4:09 Acoustic: U87 4:31 Acoustic: NT1 5:21 Metal: U87 5:49 Metal: NT1
This was awesome and you're so talented! I think if this video teaches anything it's that the talent is far more important then the microphone when capturing a solid performance.
First of all, I commend your efforts. Making a video like this makes A LOT of work. You also have a great voice; thoroughly enjoyed your performance. I would have paid to watch this. Now while there are slight differences in each of the mics, the truth is that you can make a successful record with any of them really. For anyone torn, analysis paralysis is a thing. A lot more goes into making a successful record; technology has made possibilities virtually endless. Your room, your pre-amp, your cabling, your entire vocal chain, your performance, your mixing, your mastering are all equally important factors. My two cents? Use this awesome video to give yourself an idea of what each mic sounds like and remind yourself that if he performed solely on any of the mics, you still would have watched and enjoyed his performance. Simply pick what you can afford; invest the rest of your time in KNOWLEDGE. That's the only thing that is not subjective. I have the Warm Audio WA-87 and 47 and I am quite happy with them. Would I like to have a Neumann U87? Absolutely. Would I spend that much right now? Quite unlikely. Remember, there are a number of things that you would need to get the best out of any mic; not just the mic itself. Definitely subbed and looking forward to more from you my friend. Thanks again.
New 2022 file download and purchase links in the description! Be sure to watch the Q&A at the end. Chances are I answered what you were going to ask :)
Great video! The U87 is amazing of course but I was actually kind of blown away by the WA87. It has a very forward upper midrange that hits the sweet spot that really helps voice cut through. The rap song is awesome! You've got talent oozing out of you. Did you also compose the music? Definitely my favorite mic shootout. How about a 67 shootout?
Love the lyrics man!! Ur mixes rock brooo, and this is just for a simple review, I can't imagine what would happen if this guy made real songs! I'll go check out ur channel for ur music bro, keep it up! SUBSCRIBED!
846 likes and 0 dislikes. No haters! I don't think I have ever seen such numbers on youtube. You are correct, they all do sound really good. This proves that audio recording has so many variables and the human element will make or break any project, both in the performer and engineer! The universe truly has blessed you Q!
The production and entertainment qualities of these videos are superb. I'm not even in the market for a mic. Just hooked on how you're going to make the video extra interesting.
I agree Stam for price, value, clarity. Don’t think the NT1 is that bad. Of course the 87 is amazing. And I’d vote Warm 3rd. Great and hilarious video!
Hands down on your voice the STAM was the clear winner every time. Though on the acoustic guitar I liked the Warm Audio the best. When you added the vocals in on those tracks where they separate recordings or just done at the same time. Awesome vocals and production by the way.
Best mic shootout I've seen... and I've watched way too many. I came to the comments to complain that you didn't include any unprocessed solo'd tracks, but then I saw the download link which is even better. Super impressive vocal consistency, btw.
Just have to give a bit of feedback; damn best entertaining mic shootout that I have everrrrrr watched, congratulations! Oh, I personally like the Warm’s slight low mid-boost!
An excellent video that demonstrates that the main thing is a good performance of a song and its competent mixing and mastering. If you don't know what to do with what you've recorded, there's no point in spending a few thousand and buying a Neumann U87 :) Thank you, Joe!
To my ears the STAM is closest to the midrange thump the 87 is known for. But in comparison all clones lack the depth and shine that the original delivers. It has that little extra 3D quality to it which seems impossible to beat.
Even the Ai doesn't match the quliaty of a the original U87 though. That's pretty well agree upon. Which is why many sound engineers have tried to get their hands on the classic.
Thanks for the video! Yes, these microphones are all very similar. Maybe I'll say a weird thing, but after looking at hundreds of reviews on microphones, I can single out one thing that many people don't notice. A good microphone conveys not only voice, but emotions. And Stam did the best with that.
Thank you Joe, I actually think that including NT1 is a great thing, really never understood people complaining about comparing two pieces of gear with the different price tags, like that measures everything. It would be nice if the tracks are played solo, in the mix many things can go under the radar so not really that useful while talking about nuances.
Biggest takeaway here is that the NT1, many people’s ‘first decent mic’ purchase still holds its own, even against a Neumann 87. Beyond that, the WA, Stam and Neumann were so close you could comp them all together on a track and no one would know.
In this comparison, the Rode has some nice top end, but could use more mid in comparison to the 87ai. Good to know that's all i have to do to get a closer U87 sound. Ok, probably more than that, but I think the Rode is a good mic. Sweet comparison video!
lol the Rap part hahahaha !! Well done .. your voice sounds great with all of them except the Rode.. and it sounds awesome with the U87.. really great voice on every demo ..
My 20 years experience, the warm sounded the best, 87 second, stam 3rd, rode last. Remember, if you just need a hit record, get the warm, if you are running a business and want to bring people through the door and having something that retains value, get the 87.
With that said, the 87 was the most disappointing of all mics when I finally got to try one moving from project studios in Canada to a proper studio in the UK.
Fortunately ( for me ) I have a mid 80s U 87 so I dont have a decision to make as to which 87 alternative would be best for me. 20 years ago a friend of mine wanted to get a good vocal mic and asked me what I recommended. I told him, " Buy an 87." He said " do you know how much they are???? " I said, " Yup...buy a Neuman." So he did and he phones me up all happy asking me, " do you know how good these things sound???" I said, " Yup. Now....Are ya glad you bought one?" He still has it. Leslie West ( the guitarist for the band Mountain.) Use to tell stories how guitarists would encourage him to try different amps saying, that they sounded just like a Marshall. He would say to them, " Well...if it sounds like a Marshall, then why wouldnt I just use a Marshall???"
Joe Quick, great job on the video. I liked how you recorded the mics separate. This gives a better sense of what the mics sound like. I like how you covered a lot of genres. Keep up the good work.
In this test, the four are very good and are often equivalent, for me Warm wins once, Stam wins once or twice, Neumann often wins but Rode is not that bad. Neumann is the most consistent in the end. Another difference is that three of these microphones can be yours in three days, and the fourth can be yours in 18 months
As a recipient of Stam gear made in the eight weeks promised, shipped from Chileto Australia in 5 days - in 2021 amongst all the supply delays, I feel obliged to chime in to say they seemed to be doing their absolute best to improve their lead times. Build quality as well as sound is exceptional, and easily worth a few months wait fwiw.
@@fattommy4436 I actually recently ordered an SA87 and got it in the promised time frame. It was about 5 weeks but I wasn’t strung along like some people have claimed to be.
I ordered a piece of equipment (SA76) three years ago. Delivery was scheduled 4 months later, I canceled the order after 15 months of waiting (having seen in certain comments that people had already waited more than two years for their product in the end) But it seems that since then they have made lot of progress on delivery times
@@reddvest It’s a great mic also. Check out the files in the description. Playing around with them should give you a better idea of which will suit you best.
The Warm sounded the best to me.
The Rode held it's own. Holy Shit!. Nice Job bro.
This is just for me (or anyone else interested in how the RODE NT1 compares to the U87). Amazing demo! Thanks for taking the time to create it.
0:16 Rock: U87
0:40 Rock: RODE NT1
1:09 Country: U87
1:37 Country: NT1
3:03 Voiceover: U87
3:36 Voiceover: NT1
4:09 Acoustic: U87
4:31 Acoustic: NT1
5:21 Metal: U87
5:49 Metal: NT1
Without a doubt, the DEFINITIVE U87 shootout of all internet everywhere. 👏
this was the best mic shoot-out I've ever heard. awesome job! your voice is amazing!
This was awesome and you're so talented! I think if this video teaches anything it's that the talent is far more important then the microphone when capturing a solid performance.
And a little eq to bridge where the mic doesn’t quite reach the performance
This is one of my most favorite streamlined comparison videos ever! SO Clean, precise, efficient, and detailed! Thank you!
this deserves more views
Some people are truly genius.. you’re one of them. A gift to society
Its not just about the sound the build quality of a Neumann U87 Blows them all away.
That neumann 87 is something else. Great vocals man
First of all, I commend your efforts. Making a video like this makes A LOT of work. You also have a great voice; thoroughly enjoyed your performance. I would have paid to watch this.
Now while there are slight differences in each of the mics, the truth is that you can make a successful record with any of them really. For anyone torn, analysis paralysis is a thing. A lot more goes into making a successful record; technology has made possibilities virtually endless. Your room, your pre-amp, your cabling, your entire vocal chain, your performance, your mixing, your mastering are all equally important factors. My two cents? Use this awesome video to give yourself an idea of what each mic sounds like and remind yourself that if he performed solely on any of the mics, you still would have watched and enjoyed his performance. Simply pick what you can afford; invest the rest of your time in KNOWLEDGE. That's the only thing that is not subjective.
I have the Warm Audio WA-87 and 47 and I am quite happy with them. Would I like to have a Neumann U87? Absolutely. Would I spend that much right now? Quite unlikely. Remember, there are a number of things that you would need to get the best out of any mic; not just the mic itself.
Definitely subbed and looking forward to more from you my friend. Thanks again.
Absolutely!
New 2022 file download and purchase links in the description! Be sure to watch the Q&A at the end. Chances are I answered what you were going to ask :)
Great video! The U87 is amazing of course but I was actually kind of blown away by the WA87. It has a very forward upper midrange that hits the sweet spot that really helps voice cut through.
The rap song is awesome! You've got talent oozing out of you. Did you also compose the music? Definitely my favorite mic shootout.
How about a 67 shootout?
Man this is the best ever comparison video of anything ever on UA-cam 😂😂😆 hats off to you man. A million hats off if I ever owned that many hats!!!
Love the lyrics man!! Ur mixes rock brooo, and this is just for a simple review, I can't imagine what would happen if this guy made real songs!
I'll go check out ur channel for ur music bro, keep it up!
SUBSCRIBED!
Much appreciated my dude 😎
Stam nails it. Incredible
You are so talented, man. Beautifully done. I also like the stam.
OMG Really love this vid! Thank you so much.
Thanks!
This is one of the best youtube videos created ever! let alone about microphones! You killed it my guy!
846 likes and 0 dislikes. No haters! I don't think I have ever seen such numbers on youtube. You are correct, they all do sound really good. This proves that audio recording has so many variables and the human element will make or break any project, both in the performer and engineer! The universe truly has blessed you Q!
I don't see the amount of dislikes of UA-cam videos. Can you see it?
UA-cam no longer shows the dislike count. The world didn’t suddenly get empirically positive lol
The Rap Demo got me rolling.🤣🤣🤣
Your videos helped me a lot in my purchasing decisions Thank you!
The production and entertainment qualities of these videos are superb. I'm not even in the market for a mic. Just hooked on how you're going to make the video extra interesting.
Thanks 😊
Great voices and recordings
Thanks!
Above and beyond. Thanks for putting so much effort into this shootout, Joe!
Great Comparison! 💪
This might be the best comparison video ever
Wow, bro. Best mic comparison vid on the net!
Thanks my dude!
This guy has the BEST mic etiquette I've ever seen...
I agree Stam for price, value, clarity. Don’t think the NT1 is that bad. Of course the 87 is amazing. And I’d vote Warm 3rd. Great and hilarious video!
You got me at "Neumann's Paradise" LMFAO!
Hands down on your voice the STAM was the clear winner every time.
Though on the acoustic guitar I liked the Warm Audio the best.
When you added the vocals in on those tracks where they separate recordings or just done at the same time. Awesome vocals and production by the way.
Best review ive ever seen
Much appreciated 😀
Best mic shootout I've seen... and I've watched way too many.
I came to the comments to complain that you didn't include any unprocessed solo'd tracks, but then I saw the download link which is even better.
Super impressive vocal consistency, btw.
😂😂😂 this is great man. Had no idea you had such a great voice either. Awesome!
:))))) Thanks for watching man!
Just have to give a bit of feedback; damn best entertaining mic shootout that I have everrrrrr watched, congratulations!
Oh, I personally like the Warm’s slight low mid-boost!
Thanks 😊
An excellent video that demonstrates that the main thing is a good performance of a song and its competent mixing and mastering. If you don't know what to do with what you've recorded, there's no point in spending a few thousand and buying a Neumann U87 :) Thank you, Joe!
To my ears the STAM is closest to the midrange thump the 87 is known for. But in comparison all clones lack the depth and shine that the original delivers. It has that little extra 3D quality to it which seems impossible to beat.
Ya Stam is great! Thanks for watching!
Even the Ai doesn't match the quliaty of a the original U87 though. That's pretty well agree upon. Which is why many sound engineers have tried to get their hands on the classic.
Amazing shootout!! Really appreciate your hard work!
This was dope bro I dig the high energy and I’m waiting on that boy band too. I get my SA-87+ on Friday
Awesome you’ll love it
How do you like it? Staying between wa-87 r2, advanced audio cm800t and sa-87
@@gangs0846 it’s amazing, I’m waiting for my cm800t to get shipped rn
@@CityBoyGhost how do you know already hahah
@@gangs0846 research is everything bro you just gotta dig
Thanks for the video! Yes, these microphones are all very similar. Maybe I'll say a weird thing, but after looking at hundreds of reviews on microphones, I can single out one thing that many people don't notice. A good microphone conveys not only voice, but emotions. And Stam did the best with that.
Thank you Joe, I actually think that including NT1 is a great thing, really never understood people complaining about comparing two pieces of gear with the different price tags, like that measures everything.
It would be nice if the tracks are played solo, in the mix many things can go under the radar so not really that useful while talking about nuances.
lol!!!! The rap song was just simply incredible hahahaha. BTW the U87 sounded the best for me, being present while not harsh in the top end.
This is the best comparison I've ever seen and I can't tell you how many I've watched.
Holmes.. you got it.. you... got it.
The best shootout, period.
I subscribed btw 👍
Voice is on point bro. Thanks for the shootout!
Dude, you’re *too* hilarious. Subscribed.
Much appreciated!
good job on infroming and being entertaining at the same time. awesome quality, thanks
Dude... Rockin the Headband on the beat.... Hahaha 😂nice job
Bud -Thanks. Well done. Solid singing chops to.
This is the best mic comparison ever.......ever! You deserve an award for this, whatever award, someone, get this guy an award 👏🏾
Just purchased the Warm WA-87r2. Upgraded from the very popular NT1A. I cannot wait to try it. Just purchased an SM7B for voice over work last month.
and which of them is the best ?
@@micmohr After a few months of use, they are all different, not necessarily better or worse.
Neumann all the way , thank you .
Biggest takeaway here is that the NT1, many people’s ‘first decent mic’ purchase still holds its own, even against a Neumann 87.
Beyond that, the WA, Stam and Neumann were so close you could comp them all together on a track and no one would know.
awesome, great voice and talent.. unique way to keep everyone interested
Voiceover shootout was by FAR my fave 😂
The metal piece is just amazing. I am craving more!
Terrific comparison and wonderful vocals. I am quite impressed. U87 and Rode are the best sounding to me - fuller sound than the others.
This is so cool man, thanks so much!!!
Thanks for your great products :)
Great singing & vocals.nice to hear the real smooth rock vocals once again.
I like the sound of the Stam
Thanks for a great, mult-genre comparison, explanations for methods, and good laugh!
im still waiting on my stam lol might actually get a Rode also now, it sounds really clean
Agreed use mine all the time
@@JoeQuick which Rode mic is it abbreviated all the mics name. Appreciate your reply in advance
This was dope man!
This is hilarious and honestly wasn't expected. Subbed. And looks like I'll have to grab the stam for voice work 🤣👌
Think you’ll enjoy it!
Well this was fun... Subscribed :) Love it.
The beginning of the Q&A 😂😂😂
Your such a showoff i love it ...these mics all sound awesome especially the rode
Excellent - you really went to pastime paradise !!!!!! Major props for that!!!
all the mics performed so well!!!
This is a great video! All mics sounded great and overall this is an incredibly amusing video with some good character.
This was on point. Need one like this on the C800 clones in the future.
The multi talented Joe!
Came for the Neumann, left with the Stam
Wow you can sing. Didn't expect this 😂
Thanks 😊😊
Wow Joe, fantastic shootout and a great voice.
Stam is smooth, Neumann is more detailed. So would probably choose Stam on vocals, Neumann on guitar.
haha excellent video and very witty, props to you!
In this comparison, the Rode has some nice top end, but could use more mid in comparison to the 87ai. Good to know that's all i have to do to get a closer U87 sound.
Ok, probably more than that, but I think the Rode is a good mic. Sweet comparison video!
A+ video mate, great work!
lol the Rap part hahahaha !! Well done .. your voice sounds great with all of them except the Rode.. and it sounds awesome with the U87.. really great voice on every demo ..
My 20 years experience, the warm sounded the best, 87 second, stam 3rd, rode last. Remember, if you just need a hit record, get the warm, if you are running a business and want to bring people through the door and having something that retains value, get the 87.
With that said, the 87 was the most disappointing of all mics when I finally got to try one moving from project studios in Canada to a proper studio in the UK.
@@jonoville Ya I feel like that's everyone's experience. All want the 87 until they actually use one 😂
@@JoeQuick Love your acoustic IR's BTW - been using them a lot in reverberate to make my own UAD woodworks type plugin.
@@jonoville Awesome! I've got some pretty extensive updates coming in the next few months for them so keep an eye out for that.
With only 4 years of production experience, I prefer the Warm as well! Thanks for validating my rookie ear with your seasoned pro opinion 😎
Funny and informative. One of the best mic shootouts I’ve seen! Strong work.
bro snaps in every genrea
Love it! This is very helpful . Please keep continue do this kind of comparison. Next comparison without background music please!
You can download the individual files
Dude, bad ass Asking Alexandria Vocals!
Gracias
Great work and really excellent singing!
Fortunately ( for me ) I have a mid 80s U 87 so I dont have a decision to make as to which 87 alternative would be best for me. 20 years ago a friend of mine wanted to get a good vocal mic and asked me what I recommended. I told him, " Buy an 87." He said " do you know how much they are???? " I said, " Yup...buy a Neuman." So he did and he phones me up all happy asking me, " do you know how good these things sound???" I said, " Yup. Now....Are ya glad you bought one?"
He still has it.
Leslie West ( the guitarist for the band Mountain.) Use to tell stories how guitarists would encourage him to try different amps saying, that they sounded just like a Marshall. He would say to them, " Well...if it sounds like a Marshall, then why wouldnt I just use a Marshall???"
Lucky guy! Hold onto those good oldies for dear life. Thanks for watching!
Insanely talented. Came for the U87, stayed for the entertainment value
Thanks dude!
lol loved the rap section's lyrics, man
LOL! Great Vid. Would love to see the boy band come true.
Great video
Joe Quick, great job on the video. I liked how you recorded the mics separate. This gives a better sense of what the mics sound like. I like how you covered a lot of genres. Keep up the good work.
Awesome video Sir.. I actually had ordered the Stam already but have yet to receive it. Your vid confirmed my previous research. Cheers
You sound so good without even trying. Dope shootout.
Thanks!
you just killed me. I had a time of my life.
Killer vocals and fantastic demo. I subscribed at the Rap Demo lol.
great shootout! Cheers!
In this test, the four are very good and are often equivalent, for me Warm wins once, Stam wins once or twice, Neumann often wins but Rode is not that bad. Neumann is the most consistent in the end. Another difference is that three of these microphones can be yours in three days, and the fourth can be yours in 18 months
I sense some experience with Stam audio here.
As a recipient of Stam gear made in the eight weeks promised, shipped from Chileto Australia in 5 days - in 2021 amongst all the supply delays, I feel obliged to chime in to say they seemed to be doing their absolute best to improve their lead times. Build quality as well as sound is exceptional, and easily worth a few months wait fwiw.
@@fattommy4436 I actually recently ordered an SA87 and got it in the promised time frame. It was about 5 weeks but I wasn’t strung along like some people have claimed to be.
I ordered a piece of equipment (SA76) three years ago. Delivery was scheduled 4 months later, I canceled the order after 15 months of waiting (having seen in certain comments that people had already waited more than two years for their product in the end)
But it seems that since then they have made lot of progress on delivery times
87 is the smoothest for sure
great comparison. thanks
The BEST comparison video I’ve seen. I know you chose Stam as your favorite but what were your next best to the least?
Thanks! Probably Stam-Warm-U87-Rode
@@JoeQuick How close was the the Warm to the Stam in your opinion?
@@reddvest It’s a great mic also. Check out the files in the description. Playing around with them should give you a better idea of which will suit you best.
I really enjoy your vids!!! They're so creative and sound so beautiful, thank you for this awesome experience, blessings!
Thanks 😊