I was literally going to say the same thing. Before hearing the comparison, I thought the 50hz boost would sound better but the P120 was actually a little better.
Hey man. Good review. I am looking to upgrade (on a budget) from a usb mic to an xlr condenser and I wanted to run two questions by you. 1. Can you get a professional-quality sound with the AKG P120 recording vocals for music/ doing voiceovers? 2. Between the AKG P220 and AT2035 which would you recommend for recording mainly vocals and some acoustic guitar?
RE: P170. Here in Aussie, the price difference between the two microphones reviewed herein is much bigger and as a career pro musician nearing retirement, I must be consciously aware of $$$. I have used the P170 for recording my flute playing. Compared to a Rode NT5 which I also had at the time, the P170 was a bit less precise, I'd use the term "wooly". It is also a bit softer sounding, hence my wool. The Rode NT5 is brutally honest, is a much better microphone for fine details but it can occasionally sound hard and clinical. The P170 doesn't give that kind of detail however it's very acceptable as an instrument microphone and I liked it for certain kinds of songs. It is miles ahead of some other cheap Chinese SDCs I've tried and moved on from. I also have a Rode NT1 to compare it to. The P170 is not as dark as the NT1, nor is it as clear but again, it's completely fine for home recording instruments. I have not tried recording anything other than my instrument so I'm really only helpful for giving the relative personalities of the mics. If I was to have a P170 and nothing else, I'd be able to make some lovely sounds with it and since selling it on, I've missed it and always kept tabs on the local used market to try and get another one. Good luck with your recordings.
@@DarkCornerStudios For me it came down to price for what I needed. Podcasting and the occasional instrumental or vocal recording. I managed to get the p120 for $112 Canadian, versus $209 for the P220. Big difference.
I bought the AKG p220 for 160 € and I can currently buy the AKG p120 for 70 €. should i return the p220 and buy the p120? it's more than twice as cheap. the microphone will be used for for youtube, podcast and such, not singing
The miniature suitcase 😂😂😂 Brilliant! I think I like the 220. Bt I'm so used to the really quiet floor of the Rødes 16db seems a bit much. Still I guess the miniature suitcase makes up. Good vid!
@@DarkCornerStudios Maybe we can have an bitter argument about that on the live... Dare you to do a vid on which mics come with best miniature suitcase.😂 Have a good week Aiden.
I bought the AKG p220 for 160 € and I can currently buy the AKG p120 for 70 €. should i return the p220 and buy the p120? it's more than twice as cheap. the microphone will be used for for youtube, podcast and such, not singing
I bought the AKG p220 for 160 € and I can currently buy the AKG p120 for 70 €. should i return the p220 and buy the p120? it's more than twice as cheap. the microphone will be used for for youtube, podcast and such, not singing
Hello, first I must say thank you for the video! I was unsure when choosing between the p120 and the at 2020 from technical audio, I ended up purchasing the akg p120, as I trust the akg mics more. I think I made a good choice.
Hello, can you tell me how the P120 reacts in an untreated room in terms of reverberation / echo (if you shout or sing loudly for example). I have a strong hesitation between the P120 and the Shure SM58 (intended rather for the stage), it is the problem of the reverberation which makes me hesitate (for recording vocals and rap)
so i was listening to this on a TV set.... and the 120 definitely sounded louder and crisper and the 220 sounded slightly warmer but lower output.... so I'm scratching my head when you say that the 220 has louder output????
Perhaps important information for some people - these are electret microphones, with the constant internal polarity of the capsule, not the external one. Neither a disadvantage nor an advantage, just a fact.
Havent had the x1s on my test bench...though what I know about the x1s...they are pretty comparable. Get both and compare them to your voice...send one back. The x1s is on my list to review though
Hello! I am writing using a translator because I come from Russia, I hope it will be clear :) I choose between P120 and p220, I tested p120 with a friend, I record guitar and vocals in an ordinary apartment, I didn't like p120 because of dirty high frequencies, in particular the guitar rang too much. Is it worth overpaying and taking p220? Will it be better in this regard? How is he doing with the upper frequencies?
LMFAO that Peter piper test How is it that when I thought of a test that I had it in my head that line Peter piper should be said and then u actually did lol
Hi, I'm looking for a mic that I can be good at both recording acoustic instruments and using it for online lessons. Would you recommend any of these mics: AKG P120 or Behringer C2 ? Big hug.
p220 sounds muddy compared the p120 that has much clearer high end to be honest -which makes sense if its aimed towards instruments
I was literally going to say the same thing. Before hearing the comparison, I thought the 50hz boost would sound better but the P120 was actually a little better.
Please I wanna know what's the best in your opinion se electronics x1a or Audio Technica at2020 or akg p120?
P120
Why do you exaggerate your facial expressions so drastically lol my goodness man
The p220 sounds good over the music at the end and on laptop speakers. Seems like a good communication tool for this medium.
It is my favourite out of the lineup.
Got the review on the P420 coming Monday...
Hey man. Good review. I am looking to upgrade (on a budget) from a usb mic to an xlr condenser and I wanted to run two questions by you. 1. Can you get a professional-quality sound with the AKG P120 recording vocals for music/ doing voiceovers? 2. Between the AKG P220 and AT2035 which would you recommend for recording mainly vocals and some acoustic guitar?
1 Yes
2 P220
I like when I can number things off and answer easily...lol
@@DarkCornerStudios Thanks. That actually helps a lot.
@@starchilde cheers...thanks for watching!!
For radiostation in live p220 or p120?
I was literally about to buy one of these and was waiting for a review/comparison on both thank you 🙏
Cheers...hope I helped
I was very, very tempted by the P220 for $119 at GC, but they sound exactly the same to me, so $119 saved. You gonna do the P170?
I am considering it...
Want to make my way through all the bigger ones first.
RE: P170.
Here in Aussie, the price difference between the two microphones reviewed herein is much bigger and as a career pro musician nearing retirement, I must be consciously aware of $$$. I have used the P170 for recording my flute playing. Compared to a Rode NT5 which I also had at the time, the P170 was a bit less precise, I'd use the term "wooly". It is also a bit softer sounding, hence my wool. The Rode NT5 is brutally honest, is a much better microphone for fine details but it can occasionally sound hard and clinical. The P170 doesn't give that kind of detail however it's very acceptable as an instrument microphone and I liked it for certain kinds of songs. It is miles ahead of some other cheap Chinese SDCs I've tried and moved on from. I also have a Rode NT1 to compare it to. The P170 is not as dark as the NT1, nor is it as clear but again, it's completely fine for home recording instruments. I have not tried recording anything other than my instrument so I'm really only helpful for giving the relative personalities of the mics. If I was to have a P170 and nothing else, I'd be able to make some lovely sounds with it and since selling it on, I've missed it and always kept tabs on the local used market to try and get another one. Good luck with your recordings.
The P120 is a great microphone. I run it through an Audient Evo 4 and it is excellent.
Yeah...so far the whole series is setting up to be a rather delightful find
@@DarkCornerStudios For me it came down to price for what I needed. Podcasting and the occasional instrumental or vocal recording. I managed to get the p120 for $112 Canadian, versus $209 for the P220. Big difference.
@@theway-backmusicmachinepod9953Yeah...here in Canada it is a bit different.
I hear ya.
The UK is worse though...
I bought the AKG p220 for 160 € and I can currently buy the AKG p120 for 70 €. should i return the p220 and buy the p120? it's more than twice as cheap. the microphone will be used for for youtube, podcast and such, not singing
@@flexflexflexflexflexflex6474 The P120 gives good results for those things. You'll be pleasantly surprised.
p120 in sometimes it sounds muffled. maybe due to its small diapragm.
The miniature suitcase 😂😂😂 Brilliant! I think I like the 220. Bt I'm so used to the really quiet floor of the Rødes 16db seems a bit much. Still I guess the miniature suitcase makes up. Good vid!
Thanks!
As we can learn from the u87ai...self noise isnt everything
I hear ya though...it can cause issues with compression
@@DarkCornerStudios Maybe we can have an bitter argument about that on the live... Dare you to do a vid on which mics come with best miniature suitcase.😂 Have a good week Aiden.
@@davidsillars3181 haha...gonna have to get a few more to really dig in on that...
One day I do promise to do that video!
Cheers David...you too!
I bought the AKG p220 for 160 € and I can currently buy the AKG p120 for 70 €. should i return the p220 and buy the p120? it's more than twice as cheap. the microphone will be used for for youtube, podcast and such, not singing
@@flexflexflexflexflexflex6474 That's a significant price difference. I'd check out a couple more reviews before you decide.
I bought the AKG p220 for 160 € and I can currently buy the AKG p120 for 70 €. should i return the p220 and buy the p120? it's more than twice as cheap. the microphone will be used for for youtube, podcast and such, not singing
03:54 I don't know how you compare in different units, but actually P120 is more sensitive according to specs
Hello, first I must say thank you for the video! I was unsure when choosing between the p120 and the at 2020 from technical audio, I ended up purchasing the akg p120, as I trust the akg mics more. I think I made a good choice.
Hello, can you tell me how the P120 reacts in an untreated room in terms of reverberation / echo (if you shout or sing loudly for example). I have a strong hesitation between the P120 and the Shure SM58 (intended rather for the stage), it is the problem of the reverberation which makes me hesitate (for recording vocals and rap)
Own both microphones... I can't tell the goddamn difference. They both sound good respond good to both metal, classical piano and vocals.
Guys, please, quick, which one is better for rap vocals?
so i was listening to this on a TV set.... and the 120 definitely sounded louder and crisper and the 220 sounded slightly warmer but lower output.... so I'm scratching my head when you say that the 220 has louder output????
A bit too much "420" before shooting the vid?
I kid, great comparison and review, very useful, thank you!
“This might be your huckleberry” best statement ever 😂 Tombstone is a great film
One of my top 5 for sure!
Perhaps important information for some people - these are electret microphones, with the constant internal polarity of the capsule, not the external one. Neither a disadvantage nor an advantage, just a fact.
The P420 is gonna be dope
Yeah...looking forward to that one.
The P840 will be my first tube mic...cant wait to go broke on that one
the problem is that 40 bucks for you is like 500 in reals. so yeah there's a BIG difference in price actually
Lol...you think a UA-camr with 21k subs is rich?
In audio gear...$50 is nothing.
@@DarkCornerStudios again, for you maybe is nothing. Americans really live inside a bubble. Think everyone can buy a fucking tesla or something
@@DarkCornerStudios also 50usd for you is like 200usd for me. Products here are heavily taxed
@@Ikirupp1994 I'm in cad
same shit@@DarkCornerStudios
Should I buy behringer C-1 or Akg p120 ? pls ans .
Akg...
Alguém poderia fazer um pequeno resumo em português.
Grato.
Oh yeah, 220 much smoother. wow. didn't expect that.
It makes me really curious to try the P420
I saw these but scraped up cash to buy p420 awesome mic good as the more expensive one Akg is the creator of the akg c414.
bought the p120 for 99$ a few weeks ago and I love it :D
Amazing!
That mic is a beast for the price!
Please let me know
Rank it please
Which is the best for singing
Akg p120 vs at2020 vs se x1a vs blue ember vs akg p220???
Please tell me which is better to take
AKG p220 or se electronics x1s
Havent had the x1s on my test bench...though what I know about the x1s...they are pretty comparable.
Get both and compare them to your voice...send one back.
The x1s is on my list to review though
@@DarkCornerStudios have you ever worked with behringer umc204hd and audient id4 audio cards?
@@pinkkocean3555 behringer yes.
Audient no.
Though they have been well reviewed.
It I rare that I EVER recommend a Behringer...
This isn't that time.
Hello! I am writing using a translator because I come from Russia, I hope it will be clear :) I choose between P120 and p220, I tested p120 with a friend, I record guitar and vocals in an ordinary apartment, I didn't like p120 because of dirty high frequencies, in particular the guitar rang too much. Is it worth overpaying and taking p220? Will it be better in this regard? How is he doing with the upper frequencies?
The 120 is 85 at sweet water till august
💚
I like the p 120
do you know what Hz the P120 is raising the high end at and how much dB?
Answering this in a video this week!
LMFAO that Peter piper test
How is it that when I thought of a test that I had it in my head that line Peter piper should be said and then u actually did lol
Please Bring Pizza Pronto was already taken...lol
What does it mean when we say that a microphone is hotter than another?
It means one mic puts out a higher signal than the other.
So you require less gain to get the same signal
@@DarkCornerStudios Makes sense, thank you for the quick reply.
@@SentientAnomaly cheers and thanks for watching
Hello, is there any difference between akg 220 and akg420 price is little but same on Amazon. Plz help me to select the one 🙏 😢
The answer to this question is ACTUALLY IN THE VIDEO
Literally the whole basis of this video is answering that ONE question
@@DarkCornerStudios but it's akg 420
Did you NOT watch the video?
Akg c3000b is better?
Your videos are top tier
Thanks Reece!
Appreciate that
Cheers and thanks for watching!!
@@DarkCornerStudios not a problem :)
Hi, I'm looking for a mic that I can be good at both recording acoustic instruments and using it for online lessons. Would you recommend any of these mics: AKG P120 or Behringer C2 ? Big hug.
The AKG P120 is a fantastic choice for this.
And honestly...I have never recommended a Behringer...especially over an AKG
@@DarkCornerStudios I greatly appreciate your kindness in clarifying my question. Big hug.
Helpful review--thanks!
Cheers!
Thanks for watching!!
What budget headphones would you recommend for recording vocals?
Funny you should ask...video on Monday covering that very topic
@@DarkCornerStudios awesome! Thanks man
Audio technica Ath- m40x
$100 at guitar center
Good content!
Thanks!
And thank you for watching!!!
Which one you suggest for take recording lead vocal?
P220...
That said...I have the p420...and you might want to wait for that review
@@DarkCornerStudios how about between P220 and Lewitt LCT 240 Pro? What you suggest?
@@arfian8687 haven't yet reviewed the Lewitt...
Give it a bit of time...lol.
So many mics...so little time (and money)
@@DarkCornerStudios lol,, maybe add SE Electronic Mic too :D btw, thanks a lot sir!
@@arfian8687 I am looking at the SE V7