Best BUDGET Microphones For Vocals (2024) - Audio-Technica AT2020, Rode NT1-A & Lewitt LCT 440 Pure

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  • @EdwardSmithMusic
    @EdwardSmithMusic  2 роки тому +57

    🛒 My favorite Microphone Accessories:
    🎤 Pop Filter - amzn.to/3Lply6O
    🎤 Mic Boom Arm - amzn.to/3EFLR50
    🎤 Microphone Cases - melonaudio.com/microphone-cases

    • @kumareshhalder4214
      @kumareshhalder4214 2 роки тому +3

      I want to visit ur studio from India plz🥺😒😑

    • @gnmorales1
      @gnmorales1 2 роки тому +2

      I am one of your recent subscribers, much respect and admiration for you and this channel dawg #salute

    • @EdwardSmithMusic
      @EdwardSmithMusic  2 роки тому +1

      @@gnmorales1 Thank you so much 🙏🏻

    • @acklasmukonka
      @acklasmukonka 2 роки тому

      Great

    • @phoenixteofx
      @phoenixteofx 2 роки тому

      Am a new subscriber. Can you buy me one or gift me one of this microphone it so expensive here in Nigeria due to change in currency

  • @BigMTBrain
    @BigMTBrain 2 роки тому +80

    Thank you for producing this test. Honestly, my ear must not be properly trained because I couldn't hear a difference among the mics in each set. However, I think if you revise the test, it will be easier for a winner to jump out in each group. The revision, perhaps less entertaining, ALWAYS repeat the EXACT same phrase twice for each mic before moving to the next, the ear can better discern change in the various qualities of each mic. Do two rounds for each mic group, repeating the same phrase twice for each mic each round, like:
    11 22 33 - 11 22 33 ---- 44 55 66 77 - 44 55 66 77 ---- etc.
    Thanks, again!

    • @soundsupport
      @soundsupport 2 роки тому +19

      While I absolutely agree with you that these videos are wonderful, there is one real big issue in the tests: Edwards voice ist soo limited in range, meaning there is no low-mid frequency content, so the mics can't show how they behave in this most critical area - all sound the same...

    • @BigMTBrain
      @BigMTBrain 2 роки тому +5

      @@soundsupport Excellent observation and critical point.

  • @EdwardSmithMusic
    @EdwardSmithMusic  2 роки тому +20

    BEST BUDGET MICROPHONES FOR VOCALS (Amazon US):
    🎙 AKG P120 ($79) - amzn.to/3taDQji
    🎙 Audio-Technica AT2020 ($99) - amzn.to/3mR5dfL
    🎙 Lewitt LCT 240 Pro ($149) - amzn.to/3v2F2GV
    🎙 Lewitt LCT 240 Pro WHITE ($149) - amzn.to/3CKbGPB
    🎙 Audio-Technica AT2035 ($159) - amzn.to/3Iwq3IK
    🎙 AKG P220 ($149) - amzn.to/3q4RjY2
    🎙 Rode NT1-A ($229) - amzn.to/2DWvGnt
    🎙 Lauten Audio LA-220 ($269) - amzn.to/3MQfzHd
    🎙 Lewitt LCT 440 Pure ($279) - amzn.to/3I8TWPz
    🎙 Audio-Technica AT4040 ($299) - amzn.to/3DHSIsC
    🎙 Warm Audio WA-47jr ($299) - amzn.to/3u4HQRY

  • @GeorgeHaokipMusic
    @GeorgeHaokipMusic 2 роки тому +49

    Back when my budget was super tight Lewitt lct 440 Pure was selling roughly around 14,000 Indian Rupees( approx 180 dollar..)..now its so expensive ..its like a dream for me now.

  • @KindOldRaven
    @KindOldRaven 2 роки тому +173

    The things I've noticed here:
    1. Your voice is suited perfectly for these condenser mics - even the raw recordings sound pretty darn good. That goes for *all* mics here.
    2. When processed some of these mics become very, very close. Either it's easy to EQ them for their 'shortcomings' or you're very good at doing so.
    3. I'm guessing that if anybody can't get a useable sound out of any of these, it's probably them and not the gear itself ;p

    • @pedrosilvaproductions
      @pedrosilvaproductions 2 роки тому +10

      You can make them sound very close. Bigger differences are usually more focused on noise levels and the way they respond to certain frequencies, a mic with pronounced low end for example can sound dull if you take too much of it, sounding way too thin. And others might work well without the same amount of bass. I would say most expensive mics just sound good without much processing if the room and singer are decent enough

  • @AllTheOthers
    @AllTheOthers 2 роки тому +34

    I think the AT2020 has a quicker cutoff with the sound, I forget exactly what thats called. It was years ago when I was learning about this stuff. But if you like the quicker close, go for that one. It can help with crisper sounding vocals.

    • @elpanaxflyxzyyt2127
      @elpanaxflyxzyyt2127 Рік тому +1

      Osea dices que al terminar de cantar una palabra se silencia y termina muy rapido el sonido, es decir como si no hubiera nada de eco?

  • @stephanemckeown2389
    @stephanemckeown2389 2 роки тому +37

    I went for the At2020.... good for recording both vocals and acoustic guitars.

    • @luminessience
      @luminessience Рік тому +2

      Which audio interface do you use?

    • @BooBuddysinc
      @BooBuddysinc 5 місяців тому

      @@stephanemckeown2389 is it good for streaming?

  • @aether962
    @aether962 2 роки тому +62

    Absolutely love this video! Wonderful A-B testing and editing and amazing quality as usual!

  • @CaraHillVoiceoverArtist
    @CaraHillVoiceoverArtist 2 роки тому +82

    Fantastic video! Super helpful on the side-by-side testing. Just upgraded to my first xlr mic for voiceovers. Went with the AT2035. You are an amazing singer as well with such a cool voice! Thank you! 😀

  • @megacast
    @megacast 2 роки тому +552

    You should focus on your music. You have a sprecial talent, a unique voice and style. The melodies stay in your head at first listening

    • @EdwardSmithMusic
      @EdwardSmithMusic  2 роки тому +66

      Thank you so much!! I’m currently working on new music at the moment 💪🏻

    • @jcap8391
      @jcap8391 2 роки тому +10

      @@EdwardSmithMusic Damn that song was sad af I forget about the mic comparison. 😭

    • @mikejvevo3153
      @mikejvevo3153 2 роки тому

      @@jcap8391 if that's the case then the mic were all good to even notice the difference

    • @Slick2Slick
      @Slick2Slick 2 роки тому +2

      @@EdwardSmithMusic i second that. I feel like you're voice does all the mics even the cheaper ones lol

    • @breakitdownbarneystyle508
      @breakitdownbarneystyle508 2 роки тому +1

      Yes very sprecial

  • @NMages20
    @NMages20 Рік тому +11

    Honestly, I'll die on the hill for the NT1 (not the Nt1-A). I have a natural low/bassy overtone to my voice which already sounds warm and muddy. I had an AKG but it messed with the levels so much, it took forever to get it where I wanted. Maybe for talking normally, but definitely not for singing with a deeper voice. I needed a mic that was basically a flat line so I could edit it myself in my DAW and the NT1 is absolutely the best for that in my opinion.

    • @AS-mt2we
      @AS-mt2we 9 місяців тому

      Nt1 signature series???

  • @Ben_The_Titan
    @Ben_The_Titan 2 роки тому +34

    Man, the way you sing Chlorine is INCREDIBLE. I would love love love to hear you do a full cover of that song. Any chance of that happening?

    • @EdwardSmithMusic
      @EdwardSmithMusic  2 роки тому +6

      Thank you so much!! I might do a cover in future 💪🏻

    • @danarnold4210
      @danarnold4210 Рік тому

      Yes that was an incredible rendition of that song!!

  • @citiesinspace
    @citiesinspace Рік тому +20

    One of my biggest questions though is: does the audio interface you use really matter? With the cheaper mics going into an expensive pre-amp, they sound amazing. I'm just wondering how much of that is due to the interface?

  • @KrunkSounds
    @KrunkSounds 2 роки тому +10

    amazing video. no extra steps - just facts, opinion, then evidence. great job editing aswell

  • @zilamike
    @zilamike 2 роки тому +5

    47Jr....Not just because i have it, but sounds much more expensive, the 440 Pure was nice too 🤘

  • @DThompson55
    @DThompson55 Рік тому +23

    What an outstanding voice for this kind of shoot out. P220 has been my go-to for years for vocals and acoustic guitar. I feel my AT2020 has little more air, and a little bit more on the low end, but in the middle where most vocals happen, it's nearly identical to the p220. I'm still considering something from the more expensive group, and leaning toward the Warm Audio, although they all sound great.

  • @ungabunga115
    @ungabunga115 Рік тому +46

    My picks:
    $100 Mics - AKG P120.
    $200 Mics - Toss up between Lewitt and AKG. Both sounded great.
    $300 Mics - The Warm Audio mic takes the crown for me. It offered the best vocals in both raw and EQ'd in my opinion. Out of all of the 300 dollar ones, the Rode NT1-A sounded the worst. Too much high end, making the esses very high pitched and piercing to my ears when EQ'd. I noticed a mid scoop that sounded good for raw vocals, but would probably be a little to sibilant for mixed audio.

    • @HerveBoisde
      @HerveBoisde Рік тому +5

      I thought the Nt1-A sounded very full with some good bottom-end but clear up top. I'm 52 with some probable hearing loss at the higher frequency range due to concerts and playing in bands over the years so that might explain the difference to my ears. The Warm Audio was my second favorite so maybe if i would buy one between the 2 I would trust your ears and go with the WA. lol

    • @Mallchad
      @Mallchad Рік тому

      ​@@HerveBoisdeI honestly struggled to tell the difference between the microphones in the same price category and my decent audio interface and headphones is *supposed* to make it easier to tell the difference :P after it was pointed out I can tell the Rode NT-1 has a weaker bass but that's not actually a bad thing. The others feel like they have _artificially loud_ bass, where as the Rode sounds like it has still good bass but better represents the human voice. I strongly suspect this has something to do with the pop filter being completely different though. Mesh vs foam vs metal grill. The LCT 440 Pure also has a similarly low bass and weaker highs to me but without as big a filter
      My hearing is still perfect but also understand it is a matter of taste vs use case :) the 300 dollar ones sound objectively better in the way they capture more range better, especially the lows. People tend to think low-sounding things sounds good because it's less harsh (and lack of psssssps) and that's what most of the 300 dollar mics do but they just don't sound correct to me, if I was looking for perfect sound reproduce

  • @CultureShockGaming
    @CultureShockGaming 2 роки тому +37

    NT1 all the way for me, there is something a little bit boxy with the Hewitt which although works great with high pitched voices doesn't necessarly works best with medium/low pitch voices, i liked the WA aswell, but it has a lack of warmth compared to the NT1.

    • @potatorigs2155
      @potatorigs2155 2 роки тому +3

      nt1 is way too bright and sibilant

    • @HarvinderSingh-yy8th
      @HarvinderSingh-yy8th 2 роки тому +2

      @@potatorigs2155 NT1 is flat and warm sounding Condenser microphone. NT1a is bright and sibilant at high end. NTI black is overall best Condenser microphone for studios.

    • @HarvinderSingh-yy8th
      @HarvinderSingh-yy8th 2 роки тому +1

      @@potatorigs2155 pl. confirm NT1 a is bright and sibilant. NT1 is flat and balanced sounding CM.

  • @Kevin-wg2cd
    @Kevin-wg2cd 2 місяці тому +1

    Super thorough comparisons and all, but damn dude I was pleasantly surprised by your singing. Keep at it!

  • @Huba_Who
    @Huba_Who 2 роки тому +15

    I’m so glad to have found your channel! Love your content and so informative. 🙌🏽🌻

  • @ZagadochnyPrince
    @ZagadochnyPrince Рік тому +11

    Thanks for the video, you sing great by the way! Wa-47Jr sounds very natural and clear in its price category, other microphones have a predisposition to an overabundance of high frequencies.

  • @AeZedEn
    @AeZedEn 2 роки тому +12

    Hey man, great job on making this video. the editing, the scripting everything! you did great! keep on keeping on 😌

  • @DWHarper62
    @DWHarper62 2 роки тому +7

    Lewitt microphones are bright, bright and bright... I have not heard one that does not slice up my ears with treble... Just bought the WA-47 Jr... because it's WARM and not overly bright...

    • @Skrenja
      @Skrenja 11 місяців тому +1

      Nah. They sound great to me and not overly sibilant. At any rate it's better to have that high frequency information and not need it, then to need it and not have it -- especially when there are outstanding plugins for managing sibilance on the market now like Soothe2. It's much harder to add high frequency information back (especially if it doesn't exist in the first place) then it is to take it away.

    • @agambhasin
      @agambhasin 10 місяців тому +1

      Thank god someone finally said it! The Lewitt mics are terribly bright, I am hoping some day they will make a mic that is not so bright and crisp and sibilant😃😆

  • @cheqreligion
    @cheqreligion 2 роки тому +8

    NT1A the most undefeated great review I love the voice to man

  • @kristaylor7119
    @kristaylor7119 2 роки тому +6

    I have a Lewitt LCT 440 Pure. I would highly recommend it.

  • @thelovebat
    @thelovebat 2 роки тому +53

    IMO from sound tests I've heard, Lewitt microphones and Neumann microphones have generally been the best microphones I've heard for singing and music applications, with Neumann being on the higher end price wise but Lewitt having some good options in some lower budget ranges than Neumann Mics. The best bang for your buck mic I've probably heard for things like voice acting applications is probably the Rode NT1, which is also a pretty good mic for general spoken word like podcasts or UA-cam videos.

    • @ayekaye9080
      @ayekaye9080 2 роки тому

      ong haha thats the mic i have rn im saving up for a tlm 103 but the rhode nt1 go harddd

    • @Нейроан
      @Нейроан 2 роки тому

      Rode for music !

    • @werty7298
      @werty7298 2 роки тому

      @@ayekaye9080 what can u say bout rode nt1?

  • @exavierme
    @exavierme Рік тому +1

    I don’t know what you were singing but it was fire! 🔥 🔥

  • @HAMBURGER-s1l
    @HAMBURGER-s1l Рік тому +15

    1) I pick the AKG P120 sounds better with the echo and less treble.
    2) I pick AKG P220
    3) NT1-A sounds a little better than the rest which is interesting.
    Fantastic Video! thank you very much. I don't even want to mention the one I am using because it is cheap.....very cheap....But I tried to make the most of it.. Keep rockin. !!!!!

    • @sonyphotoguy6601
      @sonyphotoguy6601 Рік тому +1

      The high frequencies on the Rode sound harsh. You will get problems in the mix with that. Nothing you can not fix but it is more work.

    • @mrmond6071
      @mrmond6071 Рік тому +2

      I think AKG P2020 is one of the best vocals mic here
      Followed by NT1

  • @framerant4434
    @framerant4434 8 місяців тому +3

    Your voice sounds great in the AKG P220. 🔥

  • @bagglyfemafiabaggz
    @bagglyfemafiabaggz 2 роки тому +1

    I JUST DOWNLOADED ALL YOUR MUSIC. YOU HAVE A GIFT BRO!!

  • @Dr.Elliott
    @Dr.Elliott 2 роки тому +4

    You have such a beautiful voice and spirit.
    It’s hard to focus on the microphone when we get lost in your voice lol.
    I agree with the other person who said you should pursue your music
    Career!

    • @EdwardSmithMusic
      @EdwardSmithMusic  2 роки тому

      Thank you so much!! I really appreciate you saying this 🙏🏻

  • @ZaOnMi
    @ZaOnMi 10 місяців тому +1

    what is the recording soft ware u use to perform your singing'

  • @AnthonyChhan
    @AnthonyChhan 10 місяців тому

    I am digging the Lewitt for it's value. I am going to likely grab that one. Thanks for the helpful comparison.

  • @jaemiura5526
    @jaemiura5526 Рік тому +1

    best 3 imo are
    neutral flat tone - NT1
    vintage darker tone - WA47jr (I really want to try out the wa47f and see if it's similar since they're both based on the 47 fet)
    and for a more modern top heavy detailed tone the 440 pure

  • @cixtos
    @cixtos Рік тому +1

    That last song hit different; love the emotion and vulnerability

  • @vannmensa
    @vannmensa 2 роки тому +31

    My picks;
    under $100 - AT2020
    Under $200 - AT2035
    Under $300 - rode NT1-A

    • @AdamsBrew78
      @AdamsBrew78 2 роки тому +1

      The NT1 seemed slightly more fully bodied and more air than the others. Sounded like it hit above it’s pay grade.

    • @NextgenPL
      @NextgenPL 2 роки тому

      😅

  • @CoffeeBeatsAndConversations
    @CoffeeBeatsAndConversations 2 роки тому +2

    Thanks for the video. Just Made the purchase for the LCT 440 Pure… and dope songs man

    • @EdwardSmithMusic
      @EdwardSmithMusic  2 роки тому +1

      Awesome choice!! Thanks for watching!! If you are a subscriber, thanks for supporting the channel 🙏🏻

  • @prettyboynas
    @prettyboynas 2 роки тому

    The mic quality isn’t really shown when speaking but when further processing the vocal and the frequencies get amplified🎶

  • @GAMEOFDEATH
    @GAMEOFDEATH 2 роки тому +8

    is this video also part of giveaway? If yes then how should I participate in it🤔

    • @EdwardSmithMusic
      @EdwardSmithMusic  2 роки тому +1

      This video has nothing to do with the previous giveaway 👌🏻

    • @GAMEOFDEATH
      @GAMEOFDEATH 2 роки тому

      @@EdwardSmithMusic so what should I do to participate in it?

  • @Andre_Ang
    @Andre_Ang 2 роки тому +3

    Love the content like usual🔥

  • @PICOBULLY
    @PICOBULLY 10 місяців тому

    Hey E, big youtube channel fan... great work! Microphone question... For Rap vocals Lauten 320 V2, Warm Audio WA-87, or Lewitt 540 subzero?

  • @Monotone_777
    @Monotone_777 3 місяці тому +1

    Lct sounds clearer near the end while the others have a slight difference on the high end and low end

  • @nikoofficialmusic343
    @nikoofficialmusic343 2 роки тому +1

    How do you get your songs to sound like that?🔥🔥👀

  • @kiasack
    @kiasack Місяць тому

    A few things I took away from this video. Microphone quality does change in price but very small amounts. And 2... You are a hella good singer.

  • @AvgeekLMML
    @AvgeekLMML 2 роки тому +8

    I quite like the AKG p120 tbh

  • @StickySyrupEverywhere
    @StickySyrupEverywhere 4 місяці тому

    You have a very unique voice. Not exactly my style, but it takes all kinds. There are only two kinds of artistic expression, as with so many things; good and bad. Though it's subjective, most of us can tell the difference. Your sub count says you have an audience, so way to go. I was just researching mics.

  • @johanluclabonne7435
    @johanluclabonne7435 25 днів тому +1

    100$ i would not pick any 😂 200$ I like the 3, just different signature but all sounded good (the truth than the talent is more important than the mic at price equivalent), 300$ same feeling with an overall better quality. Great test !

  • @g7therapper674
    @g7therapper674 2 роки тому +1

    What mic would you recommend for a rapper?

  • @swavycrazekid
    @swavycrazekid 2 роки тому +2

    just upgraded from akg p120 to a lewitt 240 was it worth it ?

  • @vannmensa
    @vannmensa 2 роки тому +32

    wow
    all the microphones featured in this video sound great
    Each microphone is worth the price
    Great review
    dope content as usual

    • @EdwardSmithMusic
      @EdwardSmithMusic  2 роки тому +6

      Thanks!!

    • @ПавлоВенгерко
      @ПавлоВенгерко 2 роки тому

      @@EdwardSmithMusic hello bro, where are you?, I am also faced with a choice, tlm 49, 67, shur ksm 42sh, telefunken tf 11, 39, can you advise?

  • @MarkMyWordsCA
    @MarkMyWordsCA Рік тому +3

    The effort in this video…. Wow. Thank you!

  • @Khotso_Msiya
    @Khotso_Msiya 11 місяців тому +1

    Thank you for the comparison. It will always help.

  • @codenamegrs9278
    @codenamegrs9278 Рік тому +3

    for the 300$ Range : I really wanted to like the AT4040 but out o all these the Rode NT1A Got 1st place for me :sounds so Full and Warm , Sheeeesh :X

  • @christhembones8244
    @christhembones8244 2 роки тому +6

    I thought the WA-47Jr sounded the most balanced with vocals and acoustic guitar (even though you didn't play instrument in this demo). I would say the WA-47jr sounds even better with acoustic guitar. I like the LCT 440 but it sounds a tad on the high end for my ears.

  • @jackxu6523
    @jackxu6523 2 роки тому +2

    Wohoo! Been waiting for this video for so long! 👍

  • @pbasswil
    @pbasswil 2 роки тому +10

    If you were stuck recording with only 1 of these mics _(any_ one), you would stop thinking about mics as soon as you got into the task of getting good takes. And you'd get a fine result (which could later be minutely tweaked with EQ to fit your mix).

  • @FknDakoda
    @FknDakoda 2 роки тому +1

    Just bought the NT1-A for half off and I'm incredibly excited

  • @Charlie_Chicago
    @Charlie_Chicago Місяць тому

    Any suggestions for what mics to use for a man's singing voice?

  • @nikoofficialmusic343
    @nikoofficialmusic343 2 роки тому +1

    You have an amazing voice man!!! 🔥

    • @EdwardSmithMusic
      @EdwardSmithMusic  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you so much 😄

    • @nikoofficialmusic343
      @nikoofficialmusic343 2 роки тому

      @@EdwardSmithMusic No problem man!! Definitely keep posting songs!🔥 Always an option if you ever want to collab I’d be down! But definitely talented man! 💪

  • @me5707
    @me5707 4 місяці тому

    hi thank you for your awesome test! i'm kinda new to all of this. I see the NTA1 you used which sounds amazing to my ears.. the NTA 5 generation is being pushed over that one on the Rhode site and on amazon.. and is cheaper? will the audio quality sound the same? is it just as good?

  • @drwaleedkhalid
    @drwaleedkhalid 2 роки тому +1

    Hi man. Would you please give a review of TLM 107?
    Many thanks.

    • @EdwardSmithMusic
      @EdwardSmithMusic  2 роки тому

      This video might help - ua-cam.com/video/FWLZtVSyhfI/v-deo.html

    • @drwaleedkhalid
      @drwaleedkhalid 2 роки тому

      @@EdwardSmithMusic I watched it 4 times. It is amazing. I thought you provide a thorough one for 107 specifically.

  • @rockthaboat9779
    @rockthaboat9779 2 роки тому +2

    You write nice songs good to hear the comparison too to me the warm audio was the only mic that really stood out to me

  • @synthy.0
    @synthy.0 Рік тому

    Everybody loved the audio technica or lewitt ones but I think AKG P220 sounds decent. That microphone is very balanced and detailed.

  • @gaborb6577
    @gaborb6577 2 роки тому +1

    Listening back after your Neumann review. Agree on your proposal, and hear AKG as excellent for the price.

  • @taekxm
    @taekxm 10 місяців тому +1

    I liked the AKG p220 for ur voice!

  • @MattStevens9824
    @MattStevens9824 2 роки тому +15

    My money's on Lewitt! God, those guys are consistent in every category. As a condenser for vocals, with among the lowest self noises around, and a magnetic pop filter, the LCT440 pure rocks in sound and accessories!

  • @_oriTech_
    @_oriTech_ 2 роки тому +2

    Great Video. Maybe u need some Different Setups for mic testings. Sure for singen special in that style u used it, all mics Sounds great. Maybe u need some spoken words for Podcast or accapella style vocals Like rapper used, and some screaming Stuff, extrem musicians used and last but mit least an instrumental test. Would love to See a battle of All these mics in this categories. But u already have a good quality and way to deliver the concept of Ur Video. Cheers for that. So i still subsribed and hope some others will follow. Rly Good Channel :) greetings from germany

  • @ayyzzley
    @ayyzzley Рік тому +1

    the NT 1A sounds sooooo fuuuckin good. i made up my mind

  • @ToledoH
    @ToledoH Рік тому

    thank you for changing the mics every 2 seconds it helped a lot to do not get an idea on how they compare..

  • @kamizharfa2305
    @kamizharfa2305 Рік тому +1

    I want to get a microphone for my home studio. But I have doubts between the two models.
    Rode NT1 Kit & Lewitt 440 pure
    Which one do you think is more worth buying?

  • @dogwater1089
    @dogwater1089 2 роки тому +5

    Im propably gonna get the at2020 since it is cheap to get while being a good price-performance pick

  • @koolkd
    @koolkd 2 роки тому +1

    What about the at2020 usb x is it a good option?

  • @jollgejhavils5798
    @jollgejhavils5798 2 роки тому +2

    You sound good bro, are those your songs? I would love to work with you, I got some beats you might like

  • @honeste6652
    @honeste6652 2 роки тому +7

    Always love watching your videos. Thank you for sharing. For me it was the AT2020, the LCT240, the LCT440 Pure and the LA220.

  • @rhymao
    @rhymao 2 роки тому +2

    2:28 🔥🔥🔥🔥

  • @zoomymian4021
    @zoomymian4021 7 місяців тому

    Hey man, great video! I've been looking for good mics that weren't a fortune, and this video really helped (also you gotta great voice). Just curious, though: say if you were to scream into one of the mics. Would the volume cut off or would it actually record you screaming (specifically the AKG P120 and the AT2020)?

  • @Omiyinka
    @Omiyinka Рік тому

    Thank you for doing this comparison video. You have a beautiful voice btw. Would love to hear more of your music.

  • @carlosalves4444
    @carlosalves4444 2 роки тому +2

    Hi any suggestions for best mic for singing and guitar? what's the most versatile in your opinion especially for recording guitar? Thanks in advance.

  • @TheOpacus
    @TheOpacus Рік тому +1

    It was hard to focus on the mic comparisons, because your voice is MONEY. Love your singing!

  • @SergiOrtiz
    @SergiOrtiz Рік тому +1

    In the 300 range everything but the rode and lct sounded weak, the warm was weak

  • @raymondobeukes3624
    @raymondobeukes3624 Рік тому +2

    You have an amazing voice, my man. Great video!

  • @mb-rosthofficial9965
    @mb-rosthofficial9965 2 роки тому +2

    Mr Smith you alwas have video dat help alot. Excuse my english, am a francophone ok. I have been folowing since but with a diffrent google name and have mani of you videos dat help me alot. Thans for this one again aldo i have anoda of your comparaison mics videos. This is just coming at the rigth time and like an updat because i realy want to mak and have my small home studio. It will help make my choice since my budget is so small.Thanks👌👌💪💪and much❤❤

  • @CopperRavenProductions
    @CopperRavenProductions 2 роки тому

    I am a narrator for a horror Channel on yt, what would you suggest? Purely just clarity for my voice, I don't sing, It has to sound up close personal to the listener

  • @michal.kozlikowski.drummer
    @michal.kozlikowski.drummer 2 роки тому +2

    Thank you! I prefer dry and natural sound, and i will buy a LCT 440 :)

  • @hugeal8716
    @hugeal8716 Рік тому +1

    Looking for links to the music! Just as good as the video. 👍

  • @JELEMENT1
    @JELEMENT1 2 роки тому +3

    Nice detailed work! Liked, subscribed and hit the alerts What interface and or pre amp are you using? I got rid of everything and looking to budget record. I kept my MBox and wondering how the Rode NT1-A would sound w just that

  • @MikeTarnowVO
    @MikeTarnowVO 2 роки тому +2

    My lewitt 440 pure is fantastic. Can't recommend it enough!

    • @TysonHarder
      @TysonHarder 11 місяців тому +1

      factual my favorite microphone

  • @brudduh
    @brudduh 2 роки тому +2

    The rode NT1-A has the best sound in my opinion.

  • @mauriciomejia4446
    @mauriciomejia4446 Рік тому

    Hi! I was wondering if you recommend the lewitt lct 440 over the akg c214

  • @luciens3588
    @luciens3588 Рік тому +1

    The at 2020 sounds more crisp to me. I love it

  • @Doughnutmanmanman
    @Doughnutmanmanman Рік тому

    Did you connect the at2020 into the computer directly or did you use an interface?

  • @Aottmusic
    @Aottmusic 2 роки тому

    I currently have the AT 2035 which much would you suggest upgrading to?

  • @johnycortes2201
    @johnycortes2201 2 роки тому +1

    Hey bro excellent video !! Question.. What do you think about Pre sonus PD 70 for vocals ? is it good ? or should I reconsider ?

  • @thependuvines7346
    @thependuvines7346 Рік тому

    What should I choose between
    rode nt2-a or wa 47 jr. Plz suggest me, I really want to buy.

  • @masonidontknow
    @masonidontknow 2 роки тому +3

    The NT1 A sounds the best and my dad is a sound guy and said to get that but I might just get one of the cheaper akg ones or audio technica ones because those are good

  • @ASPIRE1355LC
    @ASPIRE1355LC 2 роки тому +1

    Another fantastic vid; what a pro.
    btw, these all sounded good to me with the differences so slight as to not matter - are my ears too old to tell the difference, or is it that the technology is so mature and refined now as to make little difference between all serious mics of any price?

  • @BausikFilmCo
    @BausikFilmCo 2 роки тому +2

    #1 you’re dope!!! Where can I get your music?
    #2 what would be your choice between wa-14 and Lauten 220 and wa-47jr?

    • @EdwardSmithMusic
      @EdwardSmithMusic  2 роки тому

      Thanks man!! I'm on Spotify and Apple Music - distrokid.com/hyperfollow/edwardsmith/both-sides-of-the-story-3
      Between the three mics you have suggested, I would go with the wa-47jr... btw, my song "Little Paradise" was recorded with the $300 Audio Technica AT4040... this is my favorite microphone under $300.

  • @Iloveghostsmwmwmwboboboworldat

    So what’s the best mic for rapping fast under 150 what’s you’re pick

  • @blakprophet9305
    @blakprophet9305 2 роки тому +14

    The Lewitt is the Best 440 Pure

  • @joaquinignaciolarrivey3335
    @joaquinignaciolarrivey3335 Рік тому +1

    hola Edward. Saludos desde Argentina. Tengo 2 de los 4 micrófonos ganadores. El AudioTechnica at2035 y el Warm Audio Wa 47jr. Me alegra saber que un gran músico como vos elija esos micrófonos. Muchas gracias por tus videos.