$50 Or Less XLR Condenser Microphone Shootout - C1 / TM-80 / GXL 1800 / DC-20 / MPM-1000 - Poll ⬇️

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  • Опубліковано 23 сер 2022
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 64

  • @fnswrestling
    @fnswrestling Рік тому +4

    Got very excited when I saw this video! Could watch these comparisons all day…great work!

    • @ObscureMics
      @ObscureMics  Рік тому

      Gracia Canadian! We need to record soon

  • @enriquekahn9405
    @enriquekahn9405 Рік тому +8

    It really is remarkable how far mics in this price range have come in just a couple of years

  • @djtommykeys
    @djtommykeys Рік тому +8

    The Tascam TM-80 is most certainly an electret condenser microphone. The specs are good. Got mine for $39.99. Great mic. I honestly thought it won your budget mic review.

    • @ObscureMics
      @ObscureMics  Рік тому +5

      Nice! I can't argue that. It was real close for me.... Except the CAD

  • @dalebishop2632
    @dalebishop2632 Рік тому +4

    Came back today, just to hit the like button ;)

  • @bwvideo0905
    @bwvideo0905 11 місяців тому +1

    Great job on the video! Subscribed! I wish I had seen this and known the TM80 and the MPM1000 were the same before I bought them, but I got the TM80 NIB for 39, and the MPM1000 used in LNIB shape for 30. I'm still happy with both all the way around, no regrets. (The Marantz looks a bit sexier to me! Little black dress!😁) Both hard to beat for even under 100 IMHO. I'm glad you took the time to take them apart to see that the internals are identical, because on mine at least, the bodies are 100% identical as well, right down to the screw placement in the screens. Only differences are the screens themselves, logos/graphics, and paint. With the internals the same, I'm pretty sure the same factory in China. The Tascam name got my attention from working with Tascam recording equipment, and Marantz from having their stereo stuff, both back in the day.... Two classic names! Thanks again! 👍👍

    • @ObscureMics
      @ObscureMics  11 місяців тому +1

      HIGHLY appreciate the feedback! Thanks a ton. And yeah.... I think one cool thing to take from the Tascam and marants... Is that head basket shape definitely makes a difference, as I think they sound SLIGHTLY different. And thanks to your comment, and reminding me about this video... You gave me a great idea. I'm going to do a headbasket video and take two of the same mics and switch one of the headbasket to a different shape. So thanks for that idea as well! Appreciate the sub!

  • @danialhawari7085
    @danialhawari7085 Рік тому

    THANK YOU SO MUCH!

  • @asilhunkaroglu
    @asilhunkaroglu Рік тому

    I was needed something like blue snowball ice mics and marantz changed my mind real quick with it's stand and pop filter plus great sound quality for bucks

    • @ObscureMics
      @ObscureMics  Рік тому

      The Marantz is indeed much better than the snowball

  • @DaviddoesStuff
    @DaviddoesStuff Рік тому +1

    Ok, here’s your two-fer. :) It room me longer than I thought. I did hear the noise you were talking about but I can’t here it on just the phone without cranking it way past the normal listening level.
    My top two were the Donner and Tascam. I still didn’t find the others too bad in my normal listening mode.
    Have a great night and be safe out there!

    • @ObscureMics
      @ObscureMics  Рік тому

      Good stuff. The Donner and tascam being top 2 is pretty much the verdict with the majority.

  • @RynoIncognito
    @RynoIncognito Рік тому +4

    Based off of what was demonstrated in the video, the C-1 and the DC-20 would probably be my picks due to their sound profiles having a good balance of present low and high ends while also sounding full and clean (self-noise notwithstanding).
    They do kind of tie in the top spot for me.
    If I did have to choose between the two, I'd probably pick the DC-20 because it is tiny bit more forgiving of what few issues the C-1 has in comparison.
    The plosive rejection can be mitigated by talking across from the mic's direction, the C-1 had a tiny bit more noise floor of all mics, and while both the C-1 and DC-20 do have bright top-ends, the latter mic is a tiny bit more forgiving.
    The TM-80 sounded the muddiest and was too much for my preferred sound profile.
    The MPM-100 sounded close to the C-1 and DC-20, but much thinner in the amount of present fullness and maybe a bit muddy.
    The GXL 1800 was a bit too harsh, too sharp, and a bit too bright in the top-end, even more than the C-1 and DC-20 to my ears.
    So to rank from best to worst (in my opinion): DC-20, C-1, MPM-1000, TM-80, and GXL 1800.
    For my money, I'd put it toward the DC-20.

    • @ObscureMics
      @ObscureMics  Рік тому +4

      Fantastic breakdown. Good to know im not alone on the DC-20

  • @timotheusmiller
    @timotheusmiller Рік тому +5

    It would be helpful to end the video with a short clip of each mic saying the same phrase back to back, also chapter titles. I appreciate the reviews! Great work!

    • @ObscureMics
      @ObscureMics  Рік тому +2

      I can definitely do the same phrase thing in the future... Great idea. Chapters...im admittedly too lazy lol. As proven by my see through mics on a green screen lol. Life is hectic sadly

    • @ObscureMics
      @ObscureMics  Рік тому +1

      Appreciate the view and comment! I'll also check out your channel

  • @theoutsiderjess4869
    @theoutsiderjess4869 Рік тому +2

    The tm 80 and the donner 20 are my favorite mics

  • @ZioFrankekko
    @ZioFrankekko Рік тому +2

    just got my dc-20 for 30 euros thanks to a coupon (50% discount lol)... thanks for you video, it heelped me decide whether to buy it or not!

    • @ObscureMics
      @ObscureMics  Рік тому

      Awesome! Let me know if it works well for you! I have three of them on my podcast table

  • @rolandorimarim1541
    @rolandorimarim1541 Рік тому +5

    Tascam is the best sounding for me.

    • @ObscureMics
      @ObscureMics  Рік тому +1

      It may be for me too after a few listens back

  • @DJb-ill219
    @DJb-ill219 Рік тому

    I just bought one and a Beringer xm8500 also haven't got them yet but the DC-20 has a 50% off right now on Amazon the Mackie was Aslo on sale for about a similar price

    • @ObscureMics
      @ObscureMics  Рік тому +1

      Can't go wrong with those

    • @DJb-ill219
      @DJb-ill219 Рік тому

      @@ObscureMics I was considering the Mackie but wasn't sure I have seen a good amount of reviews about the DC-20 and they all seemed to be positive

  • @BURTBROWN
    @BURTBROWN Рік тому

    GOOD CALL on the Tascam - You're right, a little bit fuller!!!! I hear a bit more highs in the Donner but not at all unpleasant in comparison to the Tascam. Unfortunately, Amazon is now charging $80 for the Donner with the wind screen, stand, cable, etc.. I'm posting this on 7/22/23......

    • @ObscureMics
      @ObscureMics  Рік тому +1

      It will absolutely get a 50% off coupon again. That thing changes week to week. Appreciate the feedback and view!

  • @ghostwriter1440
    @ghostwriter1440 Рік тому

    This video nudged me towards ordering up the donner over the berhinger despite the berhinger being a few bucks cheaper, granted I reckon either would be a nice upgrade from my neewer 800

    • @ObscureMics
      @ObscureMics  Рік тому +1

      Oh yeah. Really solid upgrade. You nudged me to order a neewer lol...been a while since I've used one

    • @ghostwriter1440
      @ghostwriter1440 Рік тому

      Glad to be of service! 🤣

  • @onlymyopiniontech
    @onlymyopiniontech Рік тому

    Someone getting started on UA-cam would do ok with any of them. Just listening on my phone I couldn’t pick a winner.
    Maybe I’ll listen on a set of headphones later on my other channel. It will give you a two-fer and maybe I’ll have some better input. Have a great day and be safe out there!

  • @taimanin
    @taimanin День тому

    Could we get an updated shootout or some microphone recommendations? There are so many options now from BAIFEILI and various other new brands, it is hard to decide on which to get

    • @ObscureMics
      @ObscureMics  20 годин тому

      I think that’s a solid idea
      I will try to get one together

  • @JoseOnTheAir
    @JoseOnTheAir Рік тому +4

    I'm so glad we're in the age where there's no real reason to look at something like a Neewer as an entry level mic. I can't justify spending $30 for the thin sound, awful build, and the short lifespan when an extra $20 will up your game so much more

    • @ObscureMics
      @ObscureMics  Рік тому +3

      As a person who bought a neewer years ago to see if I could record something and enjoy it.... I'm with you 1000% here.

    • @theoutsiderjess4869
      @theoutsiderjess4869 Рік тому

      I'm glad I went with the yeti and not the neewer while I was unsatisfied with the yeti after a year I knew there was a bigger risk with brands like neewer and fifine so I stuck with the devil I knew

    • @JoseOnTheAir
      @JoseOnTheAir Рік тому +1

      @@theoutsiderjess4869 I will say for the entry levels on the USB side, Fifine has actually impressed me with the price to sound on some of their offerings. I'd lean to them over something like Tonor or CAD if someone needs cheap plug and play but I'm very curious of their new XLR/USB dynamic

    • @ObscureMics
      @ObscureMics  Рік тому

      Yeti over neewer all day. Though fifine.... Is less risky to me than neewer

    • @ObscureMics
      @ObscureMics  Рік тому

      Bronson at Audio Hotline just blew my mind with a blind comp.... I picked a fifine mic over some big name brands

  • @HiNinqi
    @HiNinqi 3 місяці тому

    Anyone know if the Marantz mpm-1000U (usb version) sounds the same as the mpm-1000?

    • @ObscureMics
      @ObscureMics  3 місяці тому

      If I remember correctly is sounds a little more saturated and artificial, but the highs and lows are similar

  • @bekatech7423
    @bekatech7423 Рік тому

    I wan't to replace my behringer c1 capsule. Wath capsule do you recomended plase ❤

    • @ObscureMics
      @ObscureMics  Рік тому

      The JLI 2555 on JLI Electronics website... Hands down

    • @bekatech7423
      @bekatech7423 Рік тому

      @@ObscureMics can you do a vedio for this please 🙏🏻🙏🏻❤️

  • @dalebishop2632
    @dalebishop2632 Рік тому +3

    Love these comparisons, once again, I am told the like button is disabled. UA-cam is just being weird

    • @ObscureMics
      @ObscureMics  Рік тому +3

      No idea on that Dale. Super weird

    • @BeesWaxMinder
      @BeesWaxMinder Рік тому +4

      If it helps I can report that the like button works for me…?🤷‍♂️

    • @Dracomies
      @Dracomies Рік тому +2

      Like works for me. I just clicked Like and it went up by 1 point.

    • @jamesmhebert
      @jamesmhebert Рік тому +2

      Works here too. Have you tried a different app or method of access like a browser, or a different browser?

    • @dalebishop2632
      @dalebishop2632 Рік тому

      @@jamesmhebert it started working after about 30 minutes

  • @GregRband
    @GregRband 2 місяці тому

    Great Mic shootout! My first video of yours I'm pretty sure. Just subscribed. I was dumb enough to sell my Tascam TM-80 last year thinking I didn't need it with others that have come to me, and maybe I don't, but I also have the Marantz MPM1000"u"(super sale as pretty much all of my mics were crazy low prices to have/try), Presonus M7 from a studio package deal (basically free). For handheld vocal style mics, IK iRig Mic (3.5mm), Behringer XM8500, AT ST90Mkii, Marantz Shotgun SG-5B, and Marantz M4U "usb", and a Presonus Revelator usb (currently for sale)... Feeling like i should have kept the TM-80 for possibly better than the rest use.... Oh, and got the Tascam TM-82 on way for only $19 new (sale) and gets remarkable review on SOS site for the money! Hope you find some of that interesting/useful. :) Rock On!

    • @ObscureMics
      @ObscureMics  2 місяці тому +1

      I’ve been meaning to get a tm82!
      Appreciate the views!

    • @GregRband
      @GregRband 2 місяці тому

      @@ObscureMics grab it now!!! $19 !!! 😎👍🏻

    • @GregRband
      @GregRband 2 місяці тому

      @@ObscureMics and on this below $50 test…. I won’t buy Donner stuff again.. terrible long story. Worst support and and customer service in my experience!!!

    • @ObscureMics
      @ObscureMics  2 місяці тому +1

      @GregRband yeah I’ve had issues with Donner but I like that mic a lot

  • @garyingersoll2460
    @garyingersoll2460 3 місяці тому

    the marantz is brighter, clearer...

  • @ZenSage-xy4cf
    @ZenSage-xy4cf Рік тому

    Everyone's free and financially stable... Honestyly that's wack