I've got a SM58 and now I got a Sennheiser 935 for singing mostly Metal. When I switched I never gone back ❤️ loved the Sennheiser at the first try. More clarity, more presence, less muffled.
Matt Elias Thanks for the test, liked the video. Which setup do you use with the SM 7b (Cloudlifter?)? And how is it in your opinion for singing or spoken words?
SGOBtheONEon thank you! I use the sm7b with a cloud lifter for clean gain, and I really like it for spoken word use although the low end response can be overpowering depending on how low a speakers voice is!
@@dubiousjesse hi Jesse! I have used both extensively for podcasting and I found that I just had a preference for the somewhat smoother, less icy clear tone of the beta, and also in my experience the plosives are a bit easier to control with the beta than the senn. I’ll say though that you really can’t go wrong with either, there’s nothing too scientific about my preference, it’s just essentially the one I like better in that application!
Hey, Matt, I agree with your review. I’ve spent many hours working behind both those mics as well as Sennheiser’s E935. Since my voice is a bit bassy, the two Sennheisers work better for me. One thing I’ve noticed, however, is that if I’m doing harmonies with either Sennheiser and the other singers are using Betas, my harmony part tends to jump forward out of the vocal blend. So, if everyone else is using Betas, I’ll do the same. I think the Beta is a better general-purpose harmony mic due to its relative lack of top-end clarity. It also seems to lack both Sennheiser mics’ quickness, definition, and “air” in the mids. I think those two qualities of the Beta, if I may call them that, allows the singer to integrate better into a vocal mix. A beneficial “veiling effect,” if you will. Second, I’ve found that the Beta is a bit more-forgiving when it comes to working distance. With the Sennheisers, I really have to be careful not to get more than, say, two inches away from the windscreens, or else my vocal level drops right out of the mix. And the transition seems to be sharp rather than gradual. This doesn’t seem to be the case with the Betas-they seem to tolerate distance a bit better and give me plenty of warning that my mouth is getting too far away. That has value for me since I’m also a bass player, and so I have things to concentrate on besides vocals. Of course, if my voice weren’t bottom-heavy, this wouldn’t be a consideration, and I could just “eat the mic” and not have to micro-manage working distance. It comes down to whatever I feel is going to work best in a particular situation, for which particular songs, and for which vocal duties I'm assigned. Anyway, great review. As always, simple is best.
Hey! As a matter of fact, I didn't think about it but you're absolutely right about the backup vocal application, I also prefer the Beta for backups for that reason. I'm glad my comparison gave you the same results you were expecting because that tells me I must have done an OK job of translating how these mics sound, which is what i was trying to do. Thanks for sharing your experience too, rock on!
The e945 seems like a better mic for vocals due to the clarity and better reduction of handling noise. It all depends on the voice after all, but it'll suit me perfectly. Excellent comparison! Keep it up.
I used E845, E935 & E945. Great for female vocalists.....or anyone (like me) that sings in that range :) It depends on whether the high end is something you like. Plosives took me about 2 minutes to adapt to.
I think it depends on the person's voice, some people with a darker voice might do better with the Sennheiser and if they have a brighter voice the beta 58 would be better.
I have used the e945 for many years until it was stolen. Highly recommended. I'm currently using a KSM9 and am interested in the e965 by Sennheiser. I have also used the beta 87a which is a workhorse. Thanks, Matt, for this review!
Thanks very much. I hear that from quite a few people- I sang through one last night at a gig after a stretch of sing through an SM58 (which is always great) and man, there really is something to it
the clarity of the 945 seems unrivaled. Both great mics, id use the sennheiser for live vocals in a heavy mix, and maybe the shure beta in a setting where cutting and clarity aren't quite as important
Hey Matt... Thanks for asking! Yeah, I have a high voice so I think the more "velvet" the sound the better for me. The Sennheiser seems to have more high end and I don't want to run people out of the venue with my screeching voice (smile), so I think I'll be going with the Shure 58a. Seems to have a warmer sound to me. You were very helpful! Thanks again!! Imani
I’m a power singer with strong resonance. I’m all into the 945 as it’s noted for cutting through the noise. With the Shure, I have a tendency to push harder on my vocals so the 945 is less work. For me the plosives are better deal with on the 945. This is because live on a PA, the boomier tone from the Shure is more noticeable than on small speakers. Also the falloff behind the 945 is really welcomed when there’s a loud amp or drums close by. You summed up the differences between the two tone wise imo, is spot on. One post mentioned harmonies. I hadn’t thought of that aspect, but their findings make sense. Usually on harmonies, you don’t want one voice cutting through, so the Shure would make more sense unless you need to separate yourself from another singers voice.
I’ve never been a huge fan of the Shure mics, though my buddies all love theirs. It’s never been warm enough in my personal estimation, and I cannot understand the hype. I am sure they are great, just not for my vocals. I have a Shure Super 55 that everyone loves, but it still isn’t my favorite for live performance. I have a Blue Encore 200 I’ve been using for about ten years for live performance that I love, though they are getting harder to find. I’ll probably grab a 945 soon.
Great objective review- these are both great mics. But really, in most cases, it might be truly difficult to tell the difference in a live setting unless you have some sort of phenomenal PA set up perfectly. Most times the resolution of the PA isn't fine enough to distinguish these 2 mics apart. Additionally another factor you would want to consider when choosing, is the timbre of ones voice. It's possible one of these mics would be more complimentary to one persons voice while the other mic is more complimentary to a different person's voice. Thanks again for the review!
George Kountouris thank you for watching! You’re absolutely right across the board, and doubly so on your point regarding live use. 99.999999% of the time people would have no idea what mic is used onstage, that is for certain!
Creo que el sm58 sigue siendo el rey para música en vivo. Tengo uno y la verdad es increíble el sonido por su precio. No lo cambio por otro. Todo terreno. 😊😊👌🏽
I don’t have neither, but I do have a Sennheiser E935, and also bought a Shure 57A today. Although, I am percussion player and use it for that purpose. Sennheiser E935 being a vocal mic, and Shure Beta 57A being a instrument mic. I prefer the Sennheiser still. Sounds cleaner, full and provides the tones i’m looking for.
I bought e935 for praise team mics. They were cool but sounded a little thin to me. Then I got Beta 58a and they instantly noticed a difference. They have more body and sound more fuller than e935. The e935 may be a lil smoother but the betas cut through the mix a lil more and are a lil clearer imo
I started using a 58 and at a show where I was sitting in they used the beta 58 and it felt like a world of difference so I switched and I e used a beta for maybe fifteen years now but last week a dear friend, female singer and bass player (with a lower vocal range) told me that getting a sennheiser was life changing for her performance-wise. I just got mine in the mail last night.. interested in trying it tonight. Thanks for the great video!! I’m curious as to what you think male vs female vocals for both mics and belting and pulling away from the mic so’s not to be too loud for the major belt notes. Thanks for taking the time!!
Hi! So I would tend to think the senn based on my experience has a little more detail in the high end, so depending on your vocal range you might enjoy that aspect of it. Both mics will be responsive to your mic technique as far as moving in and out to manipulate your sound for different types of singing. The other thing I always think about is how different every singers voice can be, and that regardless of the specs of these mics there’s probably one that feels and sounds the best to you and that’s what’s most important. Either way I’d say you can’t go wrong, those are all quality pieces of equipment and I think they’ll do well for you. Good luck with the senn, I hope it’s as big an epiphany for you as it was for your friend!
Thanks so much for the reply!! So last night I go to talk with the Soundman about swapping out mic’s when I get up and found that I accidentally left my mic in the Uber. 🤦🏼♀️
I was a long time Beta 58 user and thought they were great (singing in rock cover bands and solo acoustic gigs). One night I filled in with a different band who asked me if I wanted to try an E945. Bought one the next day, in my opinion it's miles ahead of the Beta. I gave the Beta to my bass player who had been using a standard SM58 forever and he couldn't believe how much better he could hear himself and how much easier it was to sing with the Beta. It all depends on your voice and what you like the sound of! Great video mate!
Great job, Matt. I have used both on the road and came to the same conclusions. I tend to use the Beta58 most, but I do love the clarity I get when using the e945. (It tends to be whether or not the PA is worth a crap and the soundman is good. If the guy mixes bright, I will just use a regular SM58.) And having dropped the e945 straight over onto it's crown, I can attest to it's durability. Barely a dent and no sonic issues. (Someone knocked my mic stand over.) I also own and use a Beta57, which picks up even less surrounding sonics, especially if I must stand in front of the drummer. You have to be right on it, though, with that tight vocal pattern.
I've used a Beta58 for years, but it got away, and it never really was the best for my voice so i just ordered the 945 to hear if that works better, I'm hoping for the best 😉
@@johnf5752 right on- not sure what application you're going for, but these two mics are pretty similar as far as sensitivity although there is some difference between the two there. If you need something REALLY sensitive you'll want to look into condenser mics, but it sounds like you know you don't want that.
As a sound engineer, I know I can make any of these 2 mics sound like the other with just little moves on the EQ. But, what I cannot change is the way each mic handles feedback. So Sennheisers will never be my choice because of that! Shure and Audix mics always do better.
Sir, I want to do voice over. I want to record my poetry professionally. In which I get high quality. But in my poetry some lines will go in high tone and some lines will go in emotional low tone. Suggest me a good mic, headphone and audio interface.
@@TrueShayari I suggest a condenser mic. Rode, Audiotechnica, AKG, Lewitt... So many brands you can't go wrong with. Pick the one that suits your budget. Same for the audio interface. Steinberg, Focusrite, Presonus, Audient... They're all good!
I own both microphones, and the Sennheiser is clearly superior, on all counts. When I compared them to on my speaker array, the differences were instantaneous and dramatic. Pay a little more and get the e945.
that Senn E945 takes that Shure 58 to lunch....Great video - gonna get me a Senn E945. Wonder how good the E945 does against the Audio Technica AE6100..?
I own both mics and for me I wasn't happy with either one. I ordered the m80 Telefunken I heard good things about it so hopefully 3rd one is a charm 🙂 nice video by the way 👍
I own both mics and a Shure wireless with Beta capsule. The 945 requires higher gain settings to achieve the same sound levels (roughly 30% more). And to me, the Shure has more proximity effect. The mic clip that comes with the 945 is not as robust as the Shure AND the brass thread insert has to be removed to fit most mic stands. This results in plastic to metal mounting for the 945 clip. Since the clip is thin to begin with, if the mic stand is knocked over there is a good chance the clip will break at the thread area. It would be good insurance to purchase a second mic clip- just in case. There is very little difference in sound quality when both are set up properly- but that is subjective. Since a mics sound is determined by many other factors, equipment, personal preference, venue, EQ, effects etc etc- a real comparison is difficult. But to me I see nothing gained by using the 945 over the Shure Beta. I use the Shure Beta wireless and the 945, well it's a nice standby mic.
Fair enough--- and i totally agree with you about the mic clip as well, the Sennheiser clips seem a lot less rugged and are actually kind of annoying because they don't fit other microphones a lot of the time, so thank you, that is something i totally forgot about
Great review.I have used both....sold off some gear during covid last year.... sold the e945 (sold it for more than I paid!! - so they hold their value). Nothing wrong with e945. I thought it was better for female vocals. The Shure seems better for my vocals.
Thank you! That’s legit, and IMO that’s the way to really see which one might be better for you, is to try them and see how you like your voice through it in some different rooms and situations. Gratz on making a few bucks on that too hahaha
Thanks for this. I had done my own shoot out but am biased when it comes to my own ears so it helped hearing another proper shoot out. I love my SM7B for radio/podcasting and vocals in my music. The PLO's are a big deal to me. Please do a Senn E855 vs a Senn E945
nice video: Can you please do a comparison between e945 and e865? for live vocal signing, which one do you recommend? I test them both, seem like 865 better? What do you think?
@@matteliasmusic Definitely war! and awesome! Looking forward to it. I have both but you're muuuch much better at mic reviews/shootouts than I am/would be
Great video. I know this is 5 years old, are there any other mic options that you recommend in 2024? Also, I am a keyboard player and vocalist playing live shows, currently using a QSC 10.2 monitor. At the volume we play, and the proximity of my monitor, I can’t seem to get my vocals loud enough without getting feedback. I use a Shure Beta 58, and am wondering if the Senheiser e945 would work better since most of the audio is coming from the side. I have also considered using in-ears. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thanks again!
@@growman88-hz3de thanks! The senn is going to be similar in that regard imo. In-ears would be a fix but first thing I’d be doing is moving that monitor someplace it’s not feeding into the mic- if reducing stage volume isn’t an option and don’t have any luck moving the mic or speaker around could always go with in ears, and since you’re a keyboardist no need to even go wireless if you don’t want to since you’re stationary
Thank you! Both are nice for that, haven’t had any issue with many gigs on both. Assuming you’ve got a decent setup happening and nothing crazy loud aimed right into the capsule
@@matteliasmusic thank you. Just bought the beta 58a, and planning to buy another 1 if i like it but i might consider buying the e945 in the future. Many thanks.
Hey man thanks for the review. I’m now tossing up between a 935 and a 945 😂 heavy alt singer, but currently doing a MCR tribute for some fun. Have you reviewed a 935vs945 at all? Thanks heaps my dude.
Mcr tribute!!!! Hell yeah, I gotta hear that. I have not done the 935 vs 945 simply because I don’t own a 935, but that’s one that I myself would like to see. Do you do screams or just clean vocals?
@@matteliasmusic with the MCR tribute mostly crunchy Gerard esk rock/alt vocals. My personal stuff has a some fry, deep roars, and some soaring high registar style vocals. Haha man the tribute show will be a blast thanks. We named it “the motorbabies” I’m going to go and get a 945 today. I feel I have made my decision. Thanks heaps for the awesome review. You rock.
@@pipethestillpaul that’s sick. I’ve been wanting to try and learn some fry and false chord stuff on my own, but am a bit afraid to risk hurting the little clean vocal ability I do have. So glad you got something out of the video dude, you’ll love that 945, enjoy it and I hope you can book some gigs with those motor babies and your own music in 2021 🤙
@@matteliasmusic thanks man. Just picked it up and gave it a song then, I’m in love with it. It’s cuts through so much clearer than my 58. Fry and false styles shouldn’t mess with you cleans. It may even do the opposite, through learning new techniques you will gain a better understanding of your vocal abilities. I stick by the rule if it’s hurting, stop! You are doing something wrong. It took me a long time to figure it out and I’m still learning always. But I gained a lot of range and ability through learning how to scream. Never affected my cleans in a negative way.❤️ Hope you have a happy Christmas man. All the best. If you want an idea of my more melodic range this is my solo project www.triplejunearthed.com/artist/good-morning-apollo
Hey, thank you! the mic i've got anchored to the desk is a Shure SM7b. It's more expensive and less stage portable than these other two mics which is why i didn't include it in this particular video- but a lot of commenters have been asking about it!
Great info in your video. I've been trying to decide Shure vs. Senheiser for a decent new mic. I think what you've shown, the Senheiser is the route for me. Thank you👍
@@matteliasmusic i use microphone u87 + suond card TASCAM US 2X2HR the way I usually do is record directly on adobe primiere. The downside of this approach is that I can't hear my voice while recording. After I finished recording, I listened to the new recording again, during the recording I didn't know if my voice was loud or small, after I finished recording I listened to it again and sometimes it was small and I had to re-record. 1 more time. I don't know if the REAPER you mentioned can hear your voice during recording? if you just turn on REAPER and hear your voice, just turn on REAPER and record it on adobe primiere, how great. because then I could hear my voice while recording in adobe primiere. Your audio speaking in this video sounds very clear. Very warm voice I like very much.
@@BillyNguyenOfficial so the way I’m monitoring my voice is through the interface. The focus right has a headphone out that I use for that. For your situation, I think you actually can monitor your voice while you’re speaking , there might be a setting in the software itself. I would recommend searching UA-cam for how to monitor my voice in premier, and if you cant find an answer I would go to Reddit or adobe help forums and make a post asking the question, the audio/video nerds will help you
@@matteliasmusic in adobe primiere itself it allows me to hear my voice while recording. but the voice heard while recording it will be delayed making it impossible for us to speak and listen to the voice at the same time. so while recording in adobe primiere i had to mute it. I tried setting the audio delay to the lowest level. but basically it's still late. which once the audio playback is delayed it will be very difficult to dub. I also tried using 3rd software to listen to my voice such as cubase, Cakewalk, but these software are used for singing, it has echo echo. so it cannot be used. I really dream of meeting a voiceover expert. to ask them to install a 3rd software to hear my voice. then record on adobe primiere itself. (why recording on adobe primiere and not audition or many other recording software. is because on adobe primiere i can see the video playing while recording. i know what to say with that video . if recording with another software, I don't know what to say...) I hear your video the sound is very warm, clear and clean bass. makes the listeners also very interested, it's really good.
@@matteliasmusic i have dynamic microphones like shure beta 58A , sennheiser e945 i use them to connect to bose s1 pro speakers in outdoor events. Thanks to you, I got to know Cloudlofter. I don't know if it is possible to use Cloudlofter to connect dynamic mics and Bose s1 pro speakers? or Cloudlofter can only be used on computers. Thank you very much
I use wireless headset shure beta 58 and hard wire Sennheiser E945 ...my preference is Sennheiser E945 being a female vocalist the vocals are sooo pure and sounds best. Sennheiser E945 is best for female vocalist it is the best and blows the shure beta 58 away
@@matteliasmusic what do you think of the EWD835 R16 is that a upgrade from my E945 hard wired mic and shure beta 58 wireless mic is sounding muffled. I use 2 Qscs CP12s' and yamaha MG10 channel mixer with TC HeliconR1 will the EWD835 R16 be better than Sennheiser E945 hard wired or shure beta 58 headset wireless I like to go out into audience or dance floor sing to the crowd/dancers...what is your professional opinion?
@@kathleencraig3804 I’m not sure actually, I haven’t used an R16 before. Can I ask you about the Shure headset? I haven’t used one of those either, I’m curious how they sound and if it’s comfortable
@@matteliasmusic shure beta 58 headset is ok it gets tangled in my long hair. what is the R16? I was talking about EWD835 R 16 wireless microphone ...vs E945 Sennheiser both great mics but someone told me the EWD835R16 is upgrade to the E945 is that true???
It's all voice dependent I guess, I never got on with the Beta 58a, the E945 suits my voice much better, I'll try out the Nexadyne next Monday, I'm hoping for the same clarity with better feedback rejection 😉
Shure sm58 is very good microphone and very heavy duty but the the quality of audio Sennheiser e945 is the best… I have two I bought them on eBay for 36 bucks each New and original 🎤 good comparison 👍
I want to do voice over. I want to record my poetry professionally. In which I get high quality. But in my poetry some lines will go in high tone and some lines will go in emotional low tone. Suggest me a good mic, headphone and audio interface.
Yes. You’ll need an interface such as a focusrite Scarlett or something similar, you can connect your e945 or any xlr mic to your computer and use it as an input source for zoom, discord, or any other application
It is how they sound with your own voice that is the most important... Always test a mic before you use, because you might just regret the purchase... 😊
Matt Elias I’ve been good man, I hope all is well with you. Whenever you’re ready to come back to twitch even if it’s a music stream my notifications are on. Be safe!
I never thought about what kind of mics people use for flutes. I bet it sounds great- and that’s interesting to me , I would think a flutist would prefer the senn based on its reputation for high end clarity
I've only owned the Beta, and until now, I thought it was the best mic I ever owned for my high projecting male voice. Unfortunately, I can't locate it and I need a new mic. Now I see there is more out there than Shure mics so I'm considering both of these for my next purchase. They seem more similar than they are different so IDK... I might just go with the Beta since I know it's good for my use.
Hi Shawn! As a fellow higher range male singer, I can say that personally I prefer my Sennheiser most of the time for live use, it feels super responsive and cuts right through a mix, although you really can rely on either one of these two mics, they’re both excellent. The senn is a bit more pricey if that’s a factor as well
''I think the best is the first one i mean the based microphone that you have already put in front of you ..by the way both of them are cool i used to sing with these..i think shure-ur2 wireless is the best for me a little bit small differences...
Thanks for saying so! A few people have said that also, the mic you're asking about is a shure sm7b, and it's a more expensive mic than these two but yes, I agree that it sounds nice, it's one of my favorite microphones period.
POP goes the weasel..! 😄 How I hate those pops! I just returned a Beta 58A and ordered an Audio Technica AE6100 because of its pop protection claim. Can't wait till it comes! The sE V7 also has a built-in pop filter I understand.
@@matteliasmusic The Audio Technica AE6100 came today. I love it! Certainly better than the Beta 58A. I no longer believe that the betas are better, haha! The sound volume with the AE6100 is significantly higher than with the Beta 58A, which is great as most PA speakers have weak mic preamps. The sound is rich with no coloration. Pretty decent pop protection with its built in foam filter under the metal cage but at times the pops do come through. I did wind up using a nice foam filter but I'll try and speak/sing louder with the mic a couple of inches away from my face and see if I can do without the foam filter. This mic is a keeper! And oh, a couple of months ago I tried a Telefunken M81 which costs about $60 more than the AE6100 but I wasn't that impressed; the pops and bops were kind of bad.
i've always used beta 58a, but e945 caught my attention cuz of the clarity and low handling noise, but i still can't make up my mind haha , im also considering Shure's 87a beta, thoughts?
Well, I would say that going with the 87a would be a different experience since that’s a condenser mic- I’ve never used an 87a but you can expect it to be very sensitive and crispy. I’ve been using my e945 at most gigs this year and i love it- I recommend trying them out at a music store if you can before going with a condenser! Good luck, happy shopping!!
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I've got a SM58 and now I got a Sennheiser 935 for singing mostly Metal. When I switched I never gone back ❤️ loved the Sennheiser at the first try.
More clarity, more presence, less muffled.
What an excellent, comprehensive review. That said, all you did was confirm that I need to dig deep and get the SM7b...
Both great stage mics but I didn't mention that I definitely prefer the Beta for podcast use over the e945. Both still very useable, fantastic mics!
Matt Elias
Thanks for the test, liked the video.
Which setup do you use with the SM 7b (Cloudlifter?)? And how is it in your opinion for singing or spoken words?
SGOBtheONEon thank you! I use the sm7b with a cloud lifter for clean gain, and I really like it for spoken word use although the low end response can be overpowering depending on how low a speakers voice is!
I’m struggling to choose between the e945 and the beta for my solo podcast. Why did you like the beta more for podcasts?
@@dubiousjesse hi Jesse! I have used both extensively for podcasting and I found that I just had a preference for the somewhat smoother, less icy clear tone of the beta, and also in my experience the plosives are a bit easier to control with the beta than the senn. I’ll say though that you really can’t go wrong with either, there’s nothing too scientific about my preference, it’s just essentially the one I like better in that application!
@@matteliasmusic thanks for your input. I am now looking at the rode procaster as well.
Hey, Matt, I agree with your review. I’ve spent many hours working behind both those mics as well as Sennheiser’s E935. Since my voice is a bit bassy, the two Sennheisers work better for me. One thing I’ve noticed, however, is that if I’m doing harmonies with either Sennheiser and the other singers are using Betas, my harmony part tends to jump forward out of the vocal blend. So, if everyone else is using Betas, I’ll do the same. I think the Beta is a better general-purpose harmony mic due to its relative lack of top-end clarity. It also seems to lack both Sennheiser mics’ quickness, definition, and “air” in the mids. I think those two qualities of the Beta, if I may call them that, allows the singer to integrate better into a vocal mix. A beneficial “veiling effect,” if you will.
Second, I’ve found that the Beta is a bit more-forgiving when it comes to working distance. With the Sennheisers, I really have to be careful not to get more than, say, two inches away from the windscreens, or else my vocal level drops right out of the mix. And the transition seems to be sharp rather than gradual. This doesn’t seem to be the case with the Betas-they seem to tolerate distance a bit better and give me plenty of warning that my mouth is getting too far away. That has value for me since I’m also a bass player, and so I have things to concentrate on besides vocals. Of course, if my voice weren’t bottom-heavy, this wouldn’t be a consideration, and I could just “eat the mic” and not have to micro-manage working distance.
It comes down to whatever I feel is going to work best in a particular situation, for which particular songs, and for which vocal duties I'm assigned.
Anyway, great review. As always, simple is best.
Hey! As a matter of fact, I didn't think about it but you're absolutely right about the backup vocal application, I also prefer the Beta for backups for that reason. I'm glad my comparison gave you the same results you were expecting because that tells me I must have done an OK job of translating how these mics sound, which is what i was trying to do. Thanks for sharing your experience too, rock on!
The e945 seems like a better mic for vocals due to the clarity and better reduction of handling noise. It all depends on the voice after all, but it'll suit me perfectly. Excellent comparison! Keep it up.
Thanks friend, well said!
I used E845, E935 & E945. Great for female vocalists.....or anyone (like me) that sings in that range :)
It depends on whether the high end is something you like. Plosives took me about 2 minutes to adapt to.
I think it depends on the person's voice, some people with a darker voice might do better with the Sennheiser and if they have a brighter voice the beta 58 would be better.
I think that exact lift in Sennheiser e??? makes Adele voice marvelous.🎉
Such a good review and comparison! I think I will get the e945. Thank you for this video!
Jeneth Page thanks, I’m glad it was helpful! You can’t go wrong there, it’s a great mic!
great review man!! I've used the beta 58a for quite some time and now I'm thinking in getting one e945 and your review really helped!
I’m so glad it was valuable for you! I have both and I use them both regular. Cannot go wrong
I have used the e945 for many years until it was stolen. Highly recommended. I'm currently using a KSM9 and am interested in the e965 by Sennheiser. I have also used the beta 87a which is a workhorse. Thanks, Matt, for this review!
I have the 945, and 965. 965 has lots of cool features. Great mic. Colors the sound less than the 945 if that makes sense.
seriously mic getting stolen? sorry to hear that! I’m just surprised if this happened during gig /show.
@@onzkicg yep.
Bro can u tell me when I compare beta 87a to E 945 what’s the difference. My purpose is sing at the church.
Hey Matt, great video mate. I have both in my kit but reaching for the 945 more then the beta, Both great bits of kit.
Thanks very much. I hear that from quite a few people- I sang through one last night at a gig after a stretch of sing through an SM58 (which is always great) and man, there really is something to it
the clarity of the 945 seems unrivaled. Both great mics, id use the sennheiser for live vocals in a heavy mix, and maybe the shure beta in a setting where cutting and clarity aren't quite as important
Excellent comparison. Thanks so much. It really helped in my decision making process!
Absolutely friend! Which are you going with?
Hey Matt... Thanks for asking! Yeah, I have a high voice so I think the more "velvet" the sound the better for me. The Sennheiser seems to have more high end and I don't want to run people out of the venue with my screeching voice (smile), so I think I'll be going with the Shure 58a. Seems to have a warmer sound to me. You were very helpful! Thanks again!! Imani
@@elovesmika lol! Awesome, makes sense to me!! Good luck with it!
Thanks Matt! I'm "shure" I will love it! I know... Really corny! ha ha ha
I’m a power singer with strong resonance. I’m all into the 945 as it’s noted for cutting through the noise. With the Shure, I have a tendency to push harder on my vocals so the 945 is less work.
For me the plosives are better deal with on the 945. This is because live on a PA, the boomier tone from the Shure is more noticeable than on small speakers. Also the falloff behind the 945 is really welcomed when there’s a loud amp or drums close by.
You summed up the differences between the two tone wise imo, is spot on.
One post mentioned harmonies. I hadn’t thought of that aspect, but their findings make sense. Usually on harmonies, you don’t want one voice cutting through, so the Shure would make more sense unless you need to separate yourself from another singers voice.
I’ve never been a huge fan of the Shure mics, though my buddies all love theirs. It’s never been warm enough in my personal estimation, and I cannot understand the hype. I am sure they are great, just not for my vocals. I have a Shure Super 55 that everyone loves, but it still isn’t my favorite for live performance. I have a Blue Encore 200 I’ve been using for about ten years for live performance that I love, though they are getting harder to find. I’ll probably grab a 945 soon.
Great objective review- these are both great mics. But really, in most cases, it might be truly difficult to tell the difference in a live setting unless you have some sort of phenomenal PA set up perfectly. Most times the resolution of the PA isn't fine enough to distinguish these 2 mics apart. Additionally another factor you would want to consider when choosing, is the timbre of ones voice. It's possible one of these mics would be more complimentary to one persons voice while the other mic is more complimentary to a different person's voice. Thanks again for the review!
George Kountouris thank you for watching! You’re absolutely right across the board, and doubly so on your point regarding live use. 99.999999% of the time people would have no idea what mic is used onstage, that is for certain!
Creo que el sm58 sigue siendo el rey para música en vivo. Tengo uno y la verdad es increíble el sonido por su precio. No lo cambio por otro. Todo terreno. 😊😊👌🏽
I don’t have neither, but I do have a Sennheiser E935, and also bought a Shure 57A today. Although, I am percussion player and use it for that purpose. Sennheiser E935 being a vocal mic, and Shure Beta 57A being a instrument mic. I prefer the Sennheiser still. Sounds cleaner, full and provides the tones i’m looking for.
Very valuable! Thanky you very very much!
You’re very welcome, so glad you found it useful
The Sennheiser line is solid!!!! This 945 sounds great!!! Gonna have to pick this one up!!!
Can’t go wrong. Gigged with mine last night, sounded Crystal clear as always
@@matteliasmusic ordered mine today!
Great review. Both are nice mics and would be a good choice. I bought a Beta today and can hardly wait to try it out with whole pa system!
Tim Chissom thank you! That’s awesome, what kind of band are you in?
I bought e935 for praise team mics. They were cool but sounded a little thin to me. Then I got Beta 58a and they instantly noticed a difference. They have more body and sound more fuller than e935. The e935 may be a lil smoother but the betas cut through the mix a lil more and are a lil clearer imo
Glad you found one that works for you!
E935 is a cardioid whereas beta 58a is super cardioid so that’s probably why. If you were looking for super cardioid, maybe the e945 could’ve worked.
Your awesome. Thank you. I have bought the bats 58 but knowing of the other one. I might have went with the e945. Thank you again!!! Travis.
Hell yeah, glad you got something out of it anyway! 58 will not do you wrong that’s for sire
For me Sennheiser E945 is the best 👌 sounds better
Thanks for the vídeo
Absolutely, you're very welcome
I started using a 58 and at a show where I was sitting in they used the beta 58 and it felt like a world of difference so I switched and I e used a beta for maybe fifteen years now but last week a dear friend, female singer and bass player (with a lower vocal range) told me that getting a sennheiser was life changing for her performance-wise. I just got mine in the mail last night.. interested in trying it tonight. Thanks for the great video!! I’m curious as to what you think male vs female vocals for both mics and belting and pulling away from the mic so’s not to be too loud for the major belt notes.
Thanks for taking the time!!
Hi! So I would tend to think the senn based on my experience has a little more detail in the high end, so depending on your vocal range you might enjoy that aspect of it. Both mics will be responsive to your mic technique as far as moving in and out to manipulate your sound for different types of singing. The other thing I always think about is how different every singers voice can be, and that regardless of the specs of these mics there’s probably one that feels and sounds the best to you and that’s what’s most important. Either way I’d say you can’t go wrong, those are all quality pieces of equipment and I think they’ll do well for you. Good luck with the senn, I hope it’s as big an epiphany for you as it was for your friend!
Thanks so much for the reply!! So last night I go to talk with the Soundman about swapping out mic’s when I get up and found that I accidentally left my mic in the Uber. 🤦🏼♀️
@@veronicacpage922 no!!!!! Did you get it back??
I was a long time Beta 58 user and thought they were great (singing in rock cover bands and solo acoustic gigs). One night I filled in with a different band who asked me if I wanted to try an E945. Bought one the next day, in my opinion it's miles ahead of the Beta.
I gave the Beta to my bass player who had been using a standard SM58 forever and he couldn't believe how much better he could hear himself and how much easier it was to sing with the Beta.
It all depends on your voice and what you like the sound of!
Great video mate!
Great comparison!!Thank you fir this video!
Another GREAT mic comparison. I subbed and Liked as well. Much appreciated. 😊
Thanks, I’m glad you got something from it!
Great review man. Thanks for your help.
Thank you!
Ever since I discovered Sennheiser e945 I use Shure only as a hammer 🎤 😀
Hey, now I know what to do with my Behringer XM8500! Thanks for the tip!
This test is like a Yugo (Beta58) going up against a Ferrari (E945)
It'll work for that too :)
Parceiro qual a diferença que você achou
Hahahahahahahahha facts!
A very good review. Thanks, this helped us to make a decision.
Great job, Matt. I have used both on the road and came to the same conclusions. I tend to use the Beta58 most, but I do love the clarity I get when using the e945. (It tends to be whether or not the PA is worth a crap and the soundman is good. If the guy mixes bright, I will just use a regular SM58.)
And having dropped the e945 straight over onto it's crown, I can attest to it's durability. Barely a dent and no sonic issues. (Someone knocked my mic stand over.)
I also own and use a Beta57, which picks up even less surrounding sonics, especially if I must stand in front of the drummer. You have to be right on it, though, with that tight vocal pattern.
Thanks for sharing your experience with them- you're so right about the PA and sound guy being big factors for how the mics sound onstage.
'On down to San Antone' Short for San Antonio, Texas.
Excellent review, thanks a lot bro!
Danny absolutely, thank you! Glad you got something from it! Do you use these mics?
Thank you! Lovely videos 🔥
Thank you! Glad you are enjoying them 😄
I've used a Beta58 for years, but it got away, and it never really was the best for my voice so i just ordered the 945 to hear if that works better, I'm hoping for the best 😉
So, how is it, big difference?
Great video, thanks for making it!
John F of course man thank you! Are you shopping for a mic?
Matt Elias Yeah. I have a SM58 right now, but Im looking for a dynamic mic with a little more sensitivity
@@johnf5752 right on- not sure what application you're going for, but these two mics are pretty similar as far as sensitivity although there is some difference between the two there. If you need something REALLY sensitive you'll want to look into condenser mics, but it sounds like you know you don't want that.
Damn.. in my mind was Shure King, bit this test proves e945 is King!!! Thanks for this really good review 💪🏽💯🎉
Glad you enjoyed it!! Honestly I feel they both win in their own separate ways, still use both 🤙
both are great. the e945 seems a bit warmer in the mid register. a bit more lush. but really, both sound very good. thanks!
you're very welcome! they really are both awesome microphones, can't go wrong either way.
Sennheiser e945 no hay dudas
Both mics r great🌹🌹
As a sound engineer, I know I can make any of these 2 mics sound like the other with just little moves on the EQ. But, what I cannot change is the way each mic handles feedback. So Sennheisers will never be my choice because of that! Shure and Audix mics always do better.
Love that, thanks for the input 🤙
So true.
Sir, I want to do voice over. I want to record my poetry professionally. In which I get high quality. But in my poetry some lines will go in high tone and some lines will go in emotional low tone. Suggest me a good mic, headphone and audio interface.
@@TrueShayari I suggest a condenser mic. Rode, Audiotechnica, AKG, Lewitt... So many brands you can't go wrong with. Pick the one that suits your budget.
Same for the audio interface. Steinberg, Focusrite, Presonus, Audient... They're all good!
@@peteshifter Thanks Sir, can I ask you one thing? Is shure sm58 is good for poetry ? It will provide high quality?
perfect review. thank you Sir
Of course! Happy to be able to help 🤘
Nice review. I prefer the Sennheiser. But I guess, they are both ok.
Thanks for the video brother!
And what do you prefer between shure 87a and sennheiser e965?
Can’t say I’ve had a chance to compare them!
I own both microphones, and the Sennheiser is clearly superior, on all counts. When I compared them to on my speaker array, the differences were instantaneous and dramatic. Pay a little more and get the e945.
Great video! What are your thoughts please on the Audix OM2 or 5 microphone versus Senn e945?
that Senn E945 takes that Shure 58 to lunch....Great video - gonna get me a Senn E945. Wonder how good the E945 does against the Audio Technica AE6100..?
what an emphatic performance !!! #thumbsup #awesome
haha i'm not sure if i'd call it a performance, but thank you!! shopping for microphones?
I own both mics and for me I wasn't happy with either one. I ordered the m80 Telefunken I heard good things about it so hopefully 3rd one is a charm 🙂 nice video by the way 👍
Thank you! Lmk how that m80 does, I’ve never had a chance to try one
Following. I’d like to more about that mic please.
I own both mics and a Shure wireless with Beta capsule. The 945 requires higher gain settings to achieve the same sound levels (roughly 30% more). And to me, the Shure has more proximity effect. The mic clip that comes with the 945 is not as robust as the Shure AND the brass thread insert has to be removed to fit most mic stands. This results in plastic to metal mounting for the 945 clip. Since the clip is thin to begin with, if the mic stand is knocked over there is a good chance the clip will break at the thread area. It would be good insurance to purchase a second mic clip- just in case. There is very little difference in sound quality when both are set up properly- but that is subjective. Since a mics sound is determined by many other factors, equipment, personal preference, venue, EQ, effects etc etc- a real comparison is difficult. But to me I see nothing gained by using the 945 over the Shure Beta. I use the Shure Beta wireless and the 945, well it's a nice standby mic.
Fair enough--- and i totally agree with you about the mic clip as well, the Sennheiser clips seem a lot less rugged and are actually kind of annoying because they don't fit other microphones a lot of the time, so thank you, that is something i totally forgot about
Beta ❤️
My mic feeds back a lot. Just ordered a KSM8. Hoping it's better
Are you using it in a live situation?
@@matteliasmusic yea
Thank you.
Great review.I have used both....sold off some gear during covid last year.... sold the e945 (sold it for more than I paid!! - so they hold their value). Nothing wrong with e945. I thought it was better for female vocals. The Shure seems better for my vocals.
Thank you! That’s legit, and IMO that’s the way to really see which one might be better for you, is to try them and see how you like your voice through it in some different rooms and situations. Gratz on making a few bucks on that too hahaha
Great comparison! Well done
Thanks pal!
Thanks for this. I had done my own shoot out but am biased when it comes to my own ears so it helped hearing another proper shoot out. I love my SM7B for radio/podcasting and vocals in my music. The PLO's are a big deal to me. Please do a Senn E855 vs a Senn E945
nice video: Can you please do a comparison between e945 and e865? for live vocal signing, which one do you recommend? I test them both, seem like 865 better? What do you think?
15 yrs I was singing to e945. It great mic. And now I singing to Audiotechnica ATM41HE, and it's better... :)
Haven’t had a chance to try one of those… yet 🤤
Fantastic! Think you'd be able to do a beta 58a vs sm7b shootout if you ever had time?
I'm glad this was helpful! Yes, I certainly can do that 🙂
@@matteliasmusic Definitely war! and awesome! Looking forward to it. I have both but you're muuuch much better at mic reviews/shootouts than I am/would be
Sir, which microphone is your personal microphone that you are speaking on? Its sound is very beautiful
Hi! It’s a Shure sm7b.
I love how your SM7B sounds! Can i ask what interface / mixer are you using with it? Are you using a cloudlifter or like 55/60db of gain?
Hi! Thank you- using a cloud lifter into a focusrite Scarlett 18i8 for this
Nice!!!
Awesome. Best wishes. 👌👌
Likewise to you 🤙
Great video. I know this is 5 years old, are there any other mic options that you recommend in 2024? Also, I am a keyboard player and vocalist playing live shows, currently using a QSC 10.2 monitor. At the volume we play, and the proximity of my monitor, I can’t seem to get my vocals loud enough without getting feedback. I use a Shure Beta 58, and am wondering if the Senheiser e945 would work better since most of the audio is coming from the side. I have also considered using in-ears. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thanks again!
@@growman88-hz3de thanks! The senn is going to be similar in that regard imo. In-ears would be a fix but first thing I’d be doing is moving that monitor someplace it’s not feeding into the mic- if reducing stage volume isn’t an option and don’t have any luck moving the mic or speaker around could always go with in ears, and since you’re a keyboardist no need to even go wireless if you don’t want to since you’re stationary
How about dealing with feedbacks? Which has better noise reduction? Thanks. Great review.
Thank you! Both are nice for that, haven’t had any issue with many gigs on both. Assuming you’ve got a decent setup happening and nothing crazy loud aimed right into the capsule
@@matteliasmusic thank you. Just bought the beta 58a, and planning to buy another 1 if i like it but i might consider buying the e945 in the future. Many thanks.
@@benkoi8310 awesome, good luck with it! Like I say, I think both are great choices
Hey man thanks for the review.
I’m now tossing up between a 935 and a 945 😂 heavy alt singer, but currently doing a MCR tribute for some fun.
Have you reviewed a 935vs945 at all?
Thanks heaps my dude.
Mcr tribute!!!! Hell yeah, I gotta hear that. I have not done the 935 vs 945 simply because I don’t own a 935, but that’s one that I myself would like to see. Do you do screams or just clean vocals?
@@matteliasmusic with the MCR tribute mostly crunchy Gerard esk rock/alt vocals. My personal stuff has a some fry, deep roars, and some soaring high registar style vocals.
Haha man the tribute show will be a blast thanks. We named it “the motorbabies”
I’m going to go and get a 945 today. I feel I have made my decision.
Thanks heaps for the awesome review. You rock.
@@pipethestillpaul that’s sick. I’ve been wanting to try and learn some fry and false chord stuff on my own, but am a bit afraid to risk hurting the little clean vocal ability I do have. So glad you got something out of the video dude, you’ll love that 945, enjoy it and I hope you can book some gigs with those motor babies and your own music in 2021 🤙
@@matteliasmusic thanks man.
Just picked it up and gave it a song then, I’m in love with it.
It’s cuts through so much clearer than my 58.
Fry and false styles shouldn’t mess with you cleans. It may even do the opposite, through learning new techniques you will gain a better understanding of your vocal abilities. I stick by the rule if it’s hurting, stop! You are doing something wrong.
It took me a long time to figure it out and I’m still learning always. But I gained a lot of range and ability through learning how to scream.
Never affected my cleans in a negative way.❤️
Hope you have a happy Christmas man. All the best. If you want an idea of my more melodic range this is my solo project
www.triplejunearthed.com/artist/good-morning-apollo
Love my 945/935 but have had two die on me. End up using my trusty sm58 as emergency backup more than I’d like
Wow, that’s surprising. Can never go wrong with a 58, they are eternal
Thanks for the video. How do you feel about the differences between the e935 and e945? Thanks!
Dude you so cool tester! Love you/
Love you too 🤗
What mic are you using in your studio. That thing sounds great!!
Hey, thank you! the mic i've got anchored to the desk is a Shure SM7b. It's more expensive and less stage portable than these other two mics which is why i didn't include it in this particular video- but a lot of commenters have been asking about it!
Hey Matt Long time bro! The Beta58 is the better for me, More presence! Great to live show!
Hey brother! No doubt about it, Beta58a is a sweet mic.
Great info in your video. I've been trying to decide Shure vs. Senheiser for a decent new mic. I think what you've shown, the Senheiser is the route for me. Thank you👍
Thanks Jason, super glad it helped you out there. Let me know if you love the senn!
Thanks!!
The seenheiser top!
Dope video.
I noticed both mics are extra quiet in the noise floor department
Thanks rick!! Yes they are, can’t go wrong with either of them for low noise
What is the main microphone you are using in this video? where do you record on adobe primiere or where do you record your voice? thanks
Using the Shure sm7b through a Cloudlofter into a focusrite Scarlett interface into REAPER
@@matteliasmusic i use microphone u87 + suond card TASCAM US 2X2HR the way I usually do is record directly on adobe primiere. The downside of this approach is that I can't hear my voice while recording. After I finished recording, I listened to the new recording again, during the recording I didn't know if my voice was loud or small, after I finished recording I listened to it again and sometimes it was small and I had to re-record. 1 more time. I don't know if the REAPER you mentioned can hear your voice during recording? if you just turn on REAPER and hear your voice, just turn on REAPER and record it on adobe primiere, how great. because then I could hear my voice while recording in adobe primiere. Your audio speaking in this video sounds very clear. Very warm voice I like very much.
@@BillyNguyenOfficial so the way I’m monitoring my voice is through the interface. The focus right has a headphone out that I use for that. For your situation, I think you actually can monitor your voice while you’re speaking , there might be a setting in the software itself. I would recommend searching UA-cam for how to monitor my voice in premier, and if you cant find an answer I would go to Reddit or adobe help forums and make a post asking the question, the audio/video nerds will help you
@@matteliasmusic in adobe primiere itself it allows me to hear my voice while recording. but the voice heard while recording it will be delayed making it impossible for us to speak and listen to the voice at the same time. so while recording in adobe primiere i had to mute it. I tried setting the audio delay to the lowest level. but basically it's still late. which once the audio playback is delayed it will be very difficult to dub. I also tried using 3rd software to listen to my voice such as cubase, Cakewalk, but these software are used for singing, it has echo echo. so it cannot be used. I really dream of meeting a voiceover expert. to ask them to install a 3rd software to hear my voice. then record on adobe primiere itself. (why recording on adobe primiere and not audition or many other recording software. is because on adobe primiere i can see the video playing while recording. i know what to say with that video . if recording with another software, I don't know what to say...) I hear your video the sound is very warm, clear and clean bass. makes the listeners also very interested, it's really good.
@@matteliasmusic i have dynamic microphones like shure beta 58A , sennheiser e945 i use them to connect to bose s1 pro speakers in outdoor events. Thanks to you, I got to know Cloudlofter. I don't know if it is possible to use Cloudlofter to connect dynamic mics and Bose s1 pro speakers? or Cloudlofter can only be used on computers. Thank you very much
I use wireless headset shure beta 58 and hard wire Sennheiser E945 ...my preference is Sennheiser E945 being a female vocalist the vocals are sooo pure and sounds best. Sennheiser E945 is best for female vocalist it is the best and blows the shure beta 58 away
I can see that! The high end clarity on the senn is so good
@@matteliasmusic what do you think of the EWD835 R16 is that a upgrade from my E945 hard wired mic and shure beta 58 wireless mic is sounding muffled. I use 2 Qscs CP12s' and yamaha MG10 channel mixer with TC HeliconR1 will the EWD835 R16 be better than Sennheiser E945 hard wired or shure beta 58 headset wireless I like to go out into audience or dance floor sing to the crowd/dancers...what is your professional opinion?
@@kathleencraig3804 I’m not sure actually, I haven’t used an R16 before. Can I ask you about the Shure headset? I haven’t used one of those either, I’m curious how they sound and if it’s comfortable
@@matteliasmusic shure beta 58 headset is ok it gets tangled in my long hair. what is the R16? I was talking about EWD835 R 16 wireless microphone ...vs E945 Sennheiser both great mics but someone told me the EWD835R16 is upgrade to the E945 is that true???
@@kathleencraig3804 ah, i see. I’m really not sure, that’s not a mic I’ve ever used
It's all voice dependent I guess, I never got on with the Beta 58a, the E945 suits my voice much better, I'll try out the Nexadyne next Monday, I'm hoping for the same clarity with better feedback rejection 😉
Shure sm58 is very good microphone and very heavy duty but the the quality of audio Sennheiser e945 is the best… I have two I bought them on eBay for 36 bucks each New and original 🎤 good comparison 👍
@@Mateoeleazarzúñigacastruita $36? NICE
I want to do voice over. I want to record my poetry professionally. In which I get high quality. But in my poetry some lines will go in high tone and some lines will go in emotional low tone. Suggest me a good mic, headphone and audio interface.
Thanks for your video. Is it possible to do live video call via zoom/google meet using e945 microphone connected to a laptop using preamp?
Yes. You’ll need an interface such as a focusrite Scarlett or something similar, you can connect your e945 or any xlr mic to your computer and use it as an input source for zoom, discord, or any other application
Sennheiser by far! I use the E935 and it still beats the SM58 for clarity and proximity accuracy.
I really enjoyed singing from Ez Voice because I love singing.
Thanks Bro
Thanks for watching it, I hope it was helpful 🤙
I will use Senheiser e945 on stage for singing.
Iam looking for a comparison between shure ksm8 vs beta 58 and also vs sennheiser e935
Brother it's use in mobile?
It is how they sound with your own voice that is the most important... Always test a mic before you use, because you might just regret the purchase... 😊
Both are excellent mics. My soundguy uses the e945 on my voice and the Beta58a on our female singer...
Awesome! Can’t go wrong with them. I hope you and your band are able to play and making it through what’s been going on all year!
seems like the 945 was at a higher gain, or its just louder.
Yooo Meebhus! Do you not stream on twitch anymore?
Hey, Nomadic!!! Long time no see, I hope you're doing well! I haven't done any livestreams for quite awhile, and yes, i do miss it big time :)
Matt Elias I’ve been good man, I hope all is well with you. Whenever you’re ready to come back to twitch even if it’s a music stream my notifications are on. Be safe!
Watched several reviews and seems like Sennheiser sounds way reacher and clear.
I both KSM8 i am testing now I dont know what I gone do.
I bought both, mainly to play the flute. Must say the Beta has more beef.
I never thought about what kind of mics people use for flutes. I bet it sounds great- and that’s interesting to me , I would think a flutist would prefer the senn based on its reputation for high end clarity
I've only owned the Beta, and until now, I thought it was the best mic I ever owned for my high projecting male voice. Unfortunately, I can't locate it and I need a new mic. Now I see there is more out there than Shure mics so I'm considering both of these for my next purchase. They seem more similar than they are different so IDK... I might just go with the Beta since I know it's good for my use.
Hi Shawn! As a fellow higher range male singer, I can say that personally I prefer my Sennheiser most of the time for live use, it feels super responsive and cuts right through a mix, although you really can rely on either one of these two mics, they’re both excellent. The senn is a bit more pricey if that’s a factor as well
Try the AKG D7, great microphone.
@@nonplusultra18 can’t say I’ve ever used one, I’ll put it on my list 🤘😏
This would actually be a great Standup routine
''I think the best is the first one i mean the based microphone that you have already put in front of you ..by the way both of them are cool i used to sing with these..i think shure-ur2 wireless is the best for me a little bit small differences...
Thanks for saying so! A few people have said that also, the mic you're asking about is a shure sm7b, and it's a more expensive mic than these two but yes, I agree that it sounds nice, it's one of my favorite microphones period.
What would a best of this two for singing with a VE-2?
What's the mic you're using on the desk? Thanks
That's a Shure SM7b. It's a dynamic vocal mic and they run about $400 new 😀
POP goes the weasel..! 😄 How I hate those pops! I just returned a Beta 58A and ordered an Audio Technica AE6100 because of its pop protection claim. Can't wait till it comes! The sE V7 also has a built-in pop filter I understand.
Nice! Never used one of those, if you remember lmk how it does with the pops
@@matteliasmusic The Audio Technica AE6100 came today. I love it! Certainly better than the Beta 58A. I no longer believe that the betas are better, haha! The sound volume with the AE6100 is significantly higher than with the Beta 58A, which is great as most PA speakers have weak mic preamps. The sound is rich with no coloration. Pretty decent pop protection with its built in foam filter under the metal cage but at times the pops do come through. I did wind up using a nice foam filter but I'll try and speak/sing louder with the mic a couple of inches away from my face and see if I can do without the foam filter. This mic is a keeper! And oh, a couple of months ago I tried a Telefunken M81 which costs about $60 more than the AE6100 but I wasn't that impressed; the pops and bops were kind of bad.
@@OnlineMD oh man that sounds nice. So glad you found one you like that works for you, that’s all that matters 🤙
What microphone is suitable for a male preacher...with high voice
You could easily use one of these or even an sm58 which costs less
i've always used beta 58a, but e945 caught my attention cuz of the clarity and low handling noise, but i still can't make up my mind haha , im also considering Shure's 87a beta, thoughts?
Well, I would say that going with the 87a would be a different experience since that’s a condenser mic- I’ve never used an 87a but you can expect it to be very sensitive and crispy. I’ve been using my e945 at most gigs this year and i love it- I recommend trying them out at a music store if you can before going with a condenser! Good luck, happy shopping!!