Tech Zone Audio Products Stellar X3 Review / Test (vs. AT2020, NT1, LCT440, Spirit)

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  • Опубліковано 12 вер 2024

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  • @MikeBroderick33
    @MikeBroderick33 3 роки тому +18

    I love how your review studio is slowly morphing into an apocalyptic bunker.

    • @anonymusum
      @anonymusum 3 роки тому

      He should sell 2 or 3 mics and buy himself some studio furniture.

  • @johnkotches8320
    @johnkotches8320 3 роки тому +8

    Honestly my favorite was the Stellar X2 vintage. Seems really smooth with no exaggeration or grain noticeable.

  • @levirphillips
    @levirphillips 3 роки тому +22

    Bandrew can I just say you're an incredibly creative person. You manage to make every single mic test unique and fun to watch, despite the fact that you're trying to test them all in the exact same way. Have all my likes and hopefully this comment will boost your channel beyond your wildest dreams. The first sentence of this comment is the most important one to remember.

    • @Podcastage
      @Podcastage  3 роки тому +5

      That really means a LOT to me. Thank you so much.

    • @empressironbladder8942
      @empressironbladder8942 2 роки тому

      Perfectly written, and completely agreed with! Thanks for all your creatively hard work on these videos…I’m learning a LOT. And also, I just watched your collaboration video with AudioHaze. Very cool of you to support smaller channels and help to foster community in the broadcasting/music recording arts. I appreciate very much.💝👏🏽

  • @curtisjudd
    @curtisjudd 3 роки тому +36

    This thing sounds really un-offensive. Just a good balanced sound. Nice job, T-ZAP! pew pew pew!

    • @EmoEmu
      @EmoEmu 3 роки тому +4

      I does seem rather pleasant.

  • @asianguy6174
    @asianguy6174 3 роки тому +5

    If voice is boomy, no problem! Just turn on the x3’s high pass filter. In my opinion the x3 is much better than the rode n1

  • @empressironbladder8942
    @empressironbladder8942 2 роки тому +3

    I liked the Stellar x2 Vintage, that was my first choice for spoken word, not so much for the instrumentation. However, the X3 was the best for speaking and playing. You did a great job comparing the mics, letting us hear the x3 as a reference. Very thorough review, double thumbs up.👍🏽👍🏽

  • @bobbroadbent3279
    @bobbroadbent3279 3 роки тому +3

    The more I hear the comparisons with the AT2020, the more I hate it. I'm grateful I never purchased one. Keep up the good work Bandrew. Another very informative review / comparison. I would love to see a "best of" list (maybe per price point) for each application. You often add, "It's not my favorite..." but it would be nice to know what is for each of your standard applications.

  • @Silverfox.J
    @Silverfox.J 3 роки тому +28

    LOOK ME IN THE EYE WHEN YOU pew pew pew ME!!!

  • @davidjoyner2552
    @davidjoyner2552 3 роки тому +1

    In the Morning. I looked at the UA-cam page and saw that you posted the video 33 minutes ago and knew I had to watch you posting immediately.

    • @mrmattbigelow
      @mrmattbigelow 3 роки тому

      thank you for your courage, this is the best mic review channel in the universe.

  • @arixshow
    @arixshow 3 роки тому +3

    Love your content, Sir. MicAddict. Not sure what it says about me, but you’re one of my favorite content creators out there. I enjoy your sense of humor, and your central/unbiased and well thought out viewpoints. I appreya. I appreya so hard.

  • @Anenome5
    @Anenome5 3 роки тому +3

    Thanks, literally just bought the X2 now returning for X3.

    • @campar1043
      @campar1043 3 роки тому +1

      Was it worth it? I’m thinking of doing the same

  • @yinYangMountain
    @yinYangMountain 3 роки тому +9

    For my ear, and with your voice tonality, that mic produced a well balanced audiobook-type sound.

  • @1like125
    @1like125 3 роки тому +1

    Lots of "doing it" "blow it" "nothing weird" "really nice down there" in this review, definitely no weird thoughts in this one.
    The most important thing I noticed was how dirty your pickups are!
    Out of these options I think the 440 has my vote for best sound relative to value.
    Another great review, thanks for all you do!

  • @Alexandra-Rex
    @Alexandra-Rex 3 роки тому +4

    You don't have an obnoxious voice!
    Great review as usual.

  • @DarioToledo
    @DarioToledo 6 місяців тому

    Thanks for your final opinion, a comparison with the NT1 was exactly what I was looking for. So, being a bass-baritone I guess I'd find myself more comfortable with the NT1.

  • @zoltanvamos4757
    @zoltanvamos4757 3 роки тому +2

    You finally did this one haha, as always a fantastic review! I found this mic sounded very plain but its still really good. I have this one somewhere in my mic locker, its a very nice sounding mic but... just gonna stick with my WA87R2 😂.
    I agreed with everything you said about this mic, its a smooth but boring microphone, neutral sounding depending on the use case. Its good but its not a AT4040 or NT1 (the only mics I could think of in the same price point haha), just my personal preference.

  • @Arienne
    @Arienne 3 роки тому +1

    I understand what you mean about the peak. There's a huge presence peak in k67 style capsules at about 10 to 12 kilohertz and in the original u87 they have this complicated feedback circuit to adjust for it that takes into account the sharpness and jaggedness of the peak. In this microphone they use like a really simple eq circuit which gets rid of the overall lift but doesn't smooth out The texture or shape of the peak like it's designed to be smoothed out so you end up with this very specific sound. Lots of mic designers make this mistake

  • @ProvenSawlid
    @ProvenSawlid 3 роки тому +2

    I always wanted to see you review the Editor Keys SL600 USB Mic
    It’s older but I’m in love with the looks of that mic for some reason.
    This mic sounds really BTW
    I would like to see this in USB version tho
    Good review as always bro

  • @ArtVandelay592
    @ArtVandelay592 3 роки тому +3

    Pretty much agree with everything you said here, it is a $350 microphone that records stuff and it sounds good. In the pantheon of cheap XLR mics, you can certainly do way worse. I thought for sure it destroyed the AT2020, which isn't too hard to do these days at any price point. But for $350, it's pretty overpriced imo for a microphone that doesn't really have a unique sound or identity. The LCT 440 has that airy Austrian high end, the WA47jr is dark and warm, the Sennheiser MK4 has the Neumann legacy backing it at a killer price; I just think there's far better and more interesting mics for the same price or less. Hell you could probably find a used KSM32 on eBay for around the same price. KSM32 was my personal favorite mic in the comparison by the way. Great review as always Bandrew!

    • @rollowarlin8450
      @rollowarlin8450 Рік тому

      Art you forgot about the close to zero resale value of TZ's (turd-zones) top turkey. l bought a used Shure KSM 27 for less and will find a used Sennheiser MK 4 as well that l can resale, years from now, for the same price or more.

  • @asianguy6174
    @asianguy6174 3 роки тому +6

    Best mic I’ve ever had. I’ve had the TLM103, SM7B, RE20 and RE27ND. Hands down, the X3 beats them all. You may have to reduce the boomines by switching on the bass cut

    • @HarvinderSingh-yy8th
      @HarvinderSingh-yy8th Рік тому

      Stellar X3 can beat only RE 20 and RE 27 ND. TLM 103, SM7B, NTI can't be beaten by X3.

  • @toadamine
    @toadamine Рік тому +1

    i think the x2 and x3 sound almost the exact same... they use the same caplsule according to their amazon descriptions, i think the x3 just adds the switches and uses a different housing... sounds like it to me anyway... i do much prefer the looks of the x3.. and like the low cut.. excellent comparison. thank you.

  • @magnus-j
    @magnus-j 3 роки тому +1

    The more I listen to all these microphone comparisons, the more a appreciate the AT 2020. I got this 100 USD microphone for 60 USD used. That's truly an affordable microphone that easily competes with microphones costing 3x more.

  • @TheTromboneChannel
    @TheTromboneChannel 2 роки тому +1

    I just got mine today and its amazing!

  • @EmoEmu
    @EmoEmu 3 роки тому +1

    I've noticed several people on UA-cam saying "verssss", so you're not exactly alone on that one.

  • @dunste123
    @dunste123 3 роки тому +3

    I love how all of them sound like the same mic (except the at2020) through the apple earbuds (yes the wired ones)

    • @Excaidus-Metal
      @Excaidus-Metal 3 роки тому

      I hear the difference, it is there if you have experienced ears.

    • @dunste123
      @dunste123 3 роки тому

      @@Excaidus-Metal i forgot to mention that I was listening on my phone, that's probably why there was so little difference

    • @Excaidus-Metal
      @Excaidus-Metal 3 роки тому +1

      I listen on my phone too, I'm not trying to say anything negative at all what so ever. It takes an experienced ear just to hear the difference, then it's still a guessing game if that mic will work for you or not when you actually plug it in your own setup.

    • @autotropicplaybench1819
      @autotropicplaybench1819 3 роки тому

      Not to mention UA-cam compresses audio in all uploads to some extent that can also shift the dynamic range on what you exactly hear compared to raw recordings and how it'll play on other services.

  • @gyozakeynsianism
    @gyozakeynsianism 3 роки тому +3

    "I am a human."
    With that box throw, I can believe it.

  • @Canada2024-Qc
    @Canada2024-Qc 3 роки тому +2

    Good review. For me, Lewitt 440 pure and Rode NT1.

  • @enado18
    @enado18 3 роки тому +1

    In the shootout I liked the KSM32 the most.
    I didn’t like the AT2020 or the Aston, but everything else was decent, thanks for the selection.

  • @toadamine
    @toadamine Рік тому +1

    as a Rode NT1 fan, i really like the x2vintage... and to my ear the x3 is like halfway in between.. a little more sizzle and gravel... but not as much as the vintage... the rode is the king of clean... and the x2 vintage is the king of that awesome warm vintage sound... the x3 splits it down the middle... just my thoughts.... great comparison, thank you.

    • @Podcastage
      @Podcastage  Рік тому +2

      Thanks for sharing your thoughts. I appreciate that.

  • @bahathir_
    @bahathir_ 3 роки тому +2

    I prefer X2 Vintage.. Little more natural than X3.
    Thank you.

  • @luk7n
    @luk7n 3 роки тому +2

    Only wish for these to be avaible in EU, such a great mic

  • @Rocksite1
    @Rocksite1 Рік тому

    Nice to see you in good humor for this one. My take on it is rather different. I didn't think it sounded dark, and the forward mids to me sounded rich. They are obviously trying to emulate a U87, so why not compare it to that? I was really starting to like it, until, as you said, the guitar solo. That highest note really especially jumped out in a cringey way. I think if they fixed that, they would have an outstanding project studio mic. "Happy new fear"? Thanks, WEF and friends.

  • @COPiX
    @COPiX 3 роки тому +5

    I think the Stellar X2 is my favorite from TZAP so far.
    I also think the X3 resembled the NT1 the closest or like a slightly less smooth KSM32

  • @Filisteu1900
    @Filisteu1900 3 роки тому +1

    Aston Spirit 🧐 noticed the difference and... Really liked it. 💪 I am looking for a budget condenser xlr microphone, could you do a best series? Thanks for the hard work and great entertaining content. 👍

  • @theprof_001
    @theprof_001 3 роки тому +1

    Enjoyed the review. Very informative!

  • @Excaidus-Metal
    @Excaidus-Metal 3 роки тому +2

    Once I got the Warm Audio WA-47 there is no going back to these $400 mics for vocals.

  • @dylanj8676
    @dylanj8676 3 роки тому +1

    Been a long time since I've watched a Podcastage video. I recently treated myself to an MKH 8050, I'd recommend it to anyone looking for a supercardioid voiceover mic they want to also use for interior location audio. (Of course it's $1200 USD, and I actually won about 60% of the money I spent on it)
    I also think you should check out the Oktava MK-012, specifically the hypercardioid version, because it's also a killer mic for its price, but it needs some serious boom skills and a good shock mount for location work. But it's a solid choice for those who can't afford an MKH 8050 yet. They actually sound kind of similar, I think it's the 3K bump they both have, otherwise they're fairly flat. Hard to fault the Oktava for anything when it costs $230 and sounds almost as good as things 5x the price (handling noise and wind sensitivity aside).

  • @User_not_found_403
    @User_not_found_403 3 роки тому +1

    I prefer the X2 over the others in the test. Good balance of clarity and other other stuff.

  • @redscott7179
    @redscott7179 3 роки тому +4

    Bandrew, microphone travel podcaster. I think the X3 was my favorite on your voice, but NT1 is the bang for buck favorite IMO

  • @akarshy
    @akarshy 3 роки тому +2

    very interested in this mic vs k47 mini

  • @Philafxs
    @Philafxs 3 роки тому +10

    No one noticed you introduced it as the X2? I smell MIB Furries.

    • @MakingandBreaking
      @MakingandBreaking 3 роки тому +1

      I picked up on it right away. I've got an X2 mounted at my desk as I type.

  • @TekEvolved
    @TekEvolved 3 роки тому +1

    You should check out the Editor's keys SL150 & SL600 USB mics, would love to see that, you helped me in making a choice for the mic powering my channel so thanks

  • @lionheartroar3104
    @lionheartroar3104 2 роки тому

    I love my Stellar X2 vintage, but I also love the sound of the X3.

  • @osvaldodomingos9041
    @osvaldodomingos9041 3 роки тому

    "This mike is boring...
    And i love it" 😂🤣🤣🤣 That thought got me dying LOL.
    Btw: I am subscribed to the channel and thank you so much for not punching me in the face today. 🙂

  • @Rod-Wheeler
    @Rod-Wheeler 3 роки тому +3

    Great Review!!

  • @bigmacmillerlite8775
    @bigmacmillerlite8775 3 роки тому +2

    That Aston stood out.

  • @petertalalight7340
    @petertalalight7340 3 роки тому +1

    Some of the parts are made in China, but the mic is assembled in the USA

  • @dawsonzinza1671
    @dawsonzinza1671 3 роки тому +1

    Can you bring back the "words are hard today" merch, I saw you wearing one from a couple years ago and it is hilarious. :)

    • @Podcastage
      @Podcastage  3 роки тому +2

      I remember what happened. Some Chinese company stole the artwork, uploaded it to their site, and the TeeSpring shut down my merch for a copyright strike, and I never put it back up.

    • @dawsonzinza1671
      @dawsonzinza1671 3 роки тому

      @@Podcastage that is so sad 😥

    • @cresshead
      @cresshead 3 роки тому

      @@Podcastage redbubble?

  • @silverliningsfilmandmedia
    @silverliningsfilmandmedia 3 роки тому +2

    I though the high-pass filter button worked pretty well on this.

  • @damolin77
    @damolin77 3 роки тому +3

    Great review and the x3 is good for podcasting but for me out of all the mics I liked the Lewitt lct 440.

  • @markmallinder7618
    @markmallinder7618 9 місяців тому

    The X3 sounds very natural. That’s what I’m looking for.

  • @plusestudiocuenca
    @plusestudiocuenca 3 роки тому

    Sigo tus excelentes comentarios, me parece un sorprendente micrófono seguro lo compraré cuando lo vea en Amazon. Un fuerte abrazo desde Ecuador.

    • @azteca_619
      @azteca_619 5 місяців тому

      Lo compraste? Yo tengo uno. Es muy plano, a mi me gusta eso, hasta parece que tuviera un de-esser .

  • @HungryForTastyFoodAndComicArt
    @HungryForTastyFoodAndComicArt 3 роки тому +1

    The low self noise is a nice plus.

  • @MidnightMiik
    @MidnightMiik 2 роки тому

    I'm surprised at how solid the low end sounds. Of all the mics compared my favorite was the X3 followed by the X2 Vintage. I also don't usually care for a hyped high end. It's what's set apart high end microphones like the Neumann U87, U67 and U47 from cheaper knockoffs. I'd love to hear it go head to head with one of the industry standard Neumann mics.

  • @MugiwaraElvin
    @MugiwaraElvin 3 роки тому +1

    I know you went through cables before but can we see a video where it’s Mogami gold with neutrik vs Canare with the neutrik?

  • @asianguy6174
    @asianguy6174 Рік тому

    Put the bass roll off filter on to make it less dark. I also put a 4k boost on the interface.

    • @Podcastage
      @Podcastage  Рік тому

      Thanks for sharing your thoughts and experience with this. Very helpful

  • @ericsolomon3318
    @ericsolomon3318 3 роки тому

    I heard slight difference in a couple of them. I've been using the AT2020 for years and just bought the Stellar X2 should arrive today or tomorrow. Looking forward to seeing how it sounds.

    • @TheTruthNK
      @TheTruthNK 3 роки тому

      How is Stellar X2 compared to AT2020? please let me know.

    • @ericsolomon3318
      @ericsolomon3318 3 роки тому

      @@TheTruthNK it sounds good to me. It sounds a little brighter than the at2020, not harsh, just a tad. Except for that, not a real big difference.

  • @wallace_nelson
    @wallace_nelson 3 роки тому

    0:08 TZAP!!! The Laser Gun!!! LOL!!!

  • @elinaylor6861
    @elinaylor6861 3 роки тому +3

    Can you review the “apex 430 large diaphragm condenser mic” next?

    • @dylanj8676
      @dylanj8676 3 роки тому +1

      That'll be your typical Chinese condenser. Apex stuff is bright because of a lack of EQ in the circuit. Expect it to sound like the old Rode NT1 and NT2A at best.

  • @seasonaldepression840
    @seasonaldepression840 3 роки тому +1

    How do you say this compares to the vintage x2?

  • @MikeBroderick33
    @MikeBroderick33 3 роки тому

    TZAP: Yay! Bandrew's reviewing our great new mic. 🙆
    Bandrew:👉"Pew! Pew! Pew!"
    TZAP: 🤦

  • @zettepix2009
    @zettepix2009 2 роки тому

    I Think it is an improvent over the x2 version. On your voice sounds great. I am not sure if I prefer the x2 vintage. That relly depends on the application.

  • @needfortweed8734
    @needfortweed8734 3 роки тому

    Hey, Bandrew was particularly silly today. But yeah, the microphone sounded ok. I think I'll still stick to my Stellar X2 Vintage if I need a condenser microphone for whatever nefarious purpose...

  • @midasmusicco.5192
    @midasmusicco.5192 2 роки тому

    Spirit and X3 best on my S21 Ultra phone speakers 🔊

  • @GoreMelian
    @GoreMelian 3 роки тому

    Great review!

  • @MeTuLHeD
    @MeTuLHeD 3 роки тому

    Dude! I really like this microphone! Sold!

  • @juancharry1457
    @juancharry1457 2 роки тому

    Hi ! Thanks for the vids. What could be your favorite condenser under 400 for a bad room ? Thanks!

  • @everjei2
    @everjei2 3 роки тому

    Mini heart attack.. I thought the box would hit the microphone 😵😅
    Btw, I hope you can test out the BOYA BY-M1000 microphone 😃

  • @somasora7
    @somasora7 3 роки тому +1

    The NT1 always sounds so good. If I had a space suitable for condensers, I would just get that and call it a day

  • @nobodyhaslogin
    @nobodyhaslogin 3 роки тому

    thank you for not smacking me in the face.

    • @Podcastage
      @Podcastage  3 роки тому

      Just wait until tomorrow. You'll get a good smacking.

  • @dickginkowski6071
    @dickginkowski6071 3 роки тому

    Seems pretty decent but I would like to see a comparison with SM7B at the same price point and the slightly less expensive Sennheiser MK4,

  • @K--lq3iu
    @K--lq3iu 3 роки тому +1

    What is the best microphone that doesn't pickup white noise or hissing sound?!!!!! It has been months since I was trying to find the best microphone that doesn't pickup white noise or hissing sound😭😭😭

    • @TheZeroSbr
      @TheZeroSbr 3 роки тому

      Any dynamic mic, or maybe a shotgun condenser depending on where the noise is coming from.

    • @K--lq3iu
      @K--lq3iu 3 роки тому

      Thank you but can you please recommend one for me that is affordable and usb and if it's xlr then what is the best affordable interface should I buy with the microphone??!!

  • @Vertshark
    @Vertshark 3 роки тому

    I think Gerry Anderson did a super-marionets space tv show called Steller X3. Right after Captain Scarlett and before his live action show UFO (or maybe it was Space 1999)

  • @cliptsix
    @cliptsix 3 роки тому

    @Podcastage what you think best mice for streaming with low tones its the besty for around 160-200 $ ?

  • @johnholmes689
    @johnholmes689 3 роки тому

    I am new to microphones and recording and have a question you may be able to ask. My son gave me a Blue Yeti Pro and I purchased a Motu m2 interface. I use them to record myself playing saxophone. I am not even sure if the Blue Yeti is good for recording horns anyway, my question is what would be better or a step up (better) microphone for this purpose?

  • @piyushmalik7806
    @piyushmalik7806 3 роки тому +3

    Who's directly jumped to the guitar and vocal testing?

  • @JoeSmith9021090210
    @JoeSmith9021090210 3 роки тому +1

    Can't see why anyone would want this over the $80 cheaper Rode NT1. It's not bad, but not as good.

  • @Snitzel1
    @Snitzel1 3 роки тому

    could you put the behringer/tannoy Tm1 mic to the test (or on the pole) ? this is a pretty obvious rode nt1a clone, but with the soundquality comparable to one. thought it would be interesting to review. it currently costs around 89 euros at a music shop.

  • @golfmaster7
    @golfmaster7 3 роки тому +3

    thanks uncle bandrew

  • @majapapaya7334
    @majapapaya7334 4 місяці тому

    I‘ve tested the x3 and found it too much in the low mids. Not nice like the TLM103. I couldn‘t get lucky with EQing this, I sold it.

  • @christopherthomas3728
    @christopherthomas3728 3 роки тому

    hey drew
    by any chance can you do a review on the Soundcraft notepad 12fx
    sorry I couldn't post lyrics, the competition is too heavy

  • @Juy3Playing
    @Juy3Playing 3 роки тому

    13:19 thank you for your regards boy ;’)

  • @OrganicGreens
    @OrganicGreens 3 роки тому +1

    Sounds almost identical to the x2

  • @1gbt463
    @1gbt463 3 роки тому +1

    12:03 RODE NT1

  • @WitnessProtection
    @WitnessProtection 3 роки тому

    sounds great

  • @yourforeignlocal
    @yourforeignlocal 3 роки тому +1

    I thought the acoustic guitar sounded beautiful through it!

  • @f5770
    @f5770 3 роки тому

    Very boring like you, yeah I like it too! :-) in the acoustic I appreciated a lot the transient on high frequencies, not that much emphasized, I liked a bit more than the nt1. But too much sensitive mic, difficult to manage!Great comparison as always!

  • @KontrolStyle
    @KontrolStyle 3 роки тому

    I bet this microphone works fine with a XLR to USB cable right? /s

  • @ooogaming2246
    @ooogaming2246 3 роки тому

    Would you review the FIFINE T669 microphone?

  • @kurnikov613
    @kurnikov613 3 роки тому

    Can you review audio interface by Boya? Its called BY-AM1

  • @subhankardey3675
    @subhankardey3675 3 роки тому

    Plz compare Audiotechnica AT2020 vs Maono au-a03

  • @rafaeljimenez6211
    @rafaeljimenez6211 3 роки тому

    How can I start my own podcast? I got 2 zing you mics but Idk how to plug them in my PC.

  • @Zauner_Max
    @Zauner_Max 3 роки тому

    3:32 is that an MBMBaM reference? :P

  • @inrgo
    @inrgo 3 роки тому

    I love you man

  • @mbk337
    @mbk337 3 роки тому

    I think there is something wrong with me... I couldn't tell we were in Vienna

  • @diegosoares1956
    @diegosoares1956 3 роки тому

    Please, review meloaudio ts mini audio interface 🙏

  • @wtulin1970
    @wtulin1970 2 роки тому

    Just looked at the website for TZAP and they market this mic as the more refined x2, which it certainly sounds like. Good sounding mic. I don't care for the sound of the X2 Vintage at all, sounds weird. Yes, weird. (this is why I don't write reviews) AT 2020 still sounds like amateur hour. Lewitt mics make my earssssss bleed. I'd use a Lewitt if I wanted to capture absolutely every nuance of detail in a space, for surveillance, perhaps. Painful. In this price range, NT1 spanks all of them for neutral workhorse utility. And my god, I know that I am crapping a wee bit on a very lauded mic, but if there is one thing about the neutrality of the NT1 that I sometimes don't love, it borders on boring. Well, after going back and forth between the two here, compared to the KSM32, the NT1 sounds like a fricken party. The KSM "Eyore?" Yet more great content, and a year old at that! Thanks Bandrew!

  • @charlieX369
    @charlieX369 3 роки тому

    MXL revelation II next?

  • @everjei2
    @everjei2 3 роки тому

    🛡️ I'm not sure how people request mic reviews but i feel like you'll see it anyway. Can you review/test the