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I have had an AT2020 USB for almost a decade now and still use it pretty often, recently bought the Rode NT1-A (XLR) and i am stunned at how good it is for voice overs! A podcaster friend on a budget bought a Samson Q2U and sounds pretty good too as a dynamic mic in their untreated room (the ATR2100 is almost a perfect same of it.) Great video as always Mike!
Congrats on the 200k subs Mike, hope you and Izzy are going to get a few beers in to celebrate tonight. Looking for a USB microphone so thanks for the comparisons :)
Stayed up so late last night trying to find an equivalent replacement for the x2 faulty RODE NT-USB mics that I’ve been struggling with. THIS review is what I needed! I just purchased the Beyerdynamic Fox in a sale for $150 USD. BARGAIN!! 💰 🎙 going to be using it on a boom arm for podcasting, voiceovers and webinar streaming. I just wanted something with high quality, warm tones, simple to use and affordable! Thanks for helping me out. 😍
I really enjoy the Samson Q2u and now the Q9u. Great quality sound and in combination with rodecaster pro 2 off the charts for about a third of the price as a SM7B mic. Great video!
Love the content on your channel, are there any plans to review the Shure mv7 microphone? Would love to hear your thoughts as it's both usb and xlr. :)
so, hey Mike pls make a video on - How to Record the Voice using these types of USB Mics [ in which software/ OR plugin directly to the camera (p.s am actually confused and SADLY need YOUR HELP on that one) you record ] and how to EDIT those audio clips [ audio gaining and maybe as always some tips and tricks to make the voice-over GOOD] and Sync it with the video. Looking forward to your reply, it may be helpful to all and No one Did that Video Before.!!
Hi, once you've connected your mic to the computer you'll be able to select it in Audition as your input device and record away. Editing then audio is then covered in most of the videos on this channel, Hope this helps
The first Mic you demoed. MY first Mic was and IS a Blue Snowball. I wish you'd review that one. I absolutely LIVE IT! The first version I had came woth a 3-way switch on the back to adjust coverage, my replacement is the ICE. Again, I REALLY love it. Thoughts?
The Snowball is a good upgrade from internal mics however it's over 10 years old now and lots has changed with USB mics so this is a 2020 take on USB mics to look at.
Gives a paw up for good video material! and I am asking for advice which USB mic records the sound with the most natural sonic possible (without crackling in the upper band)? Destiny - female vocal - Coloratura soprano (AKG Lyra, Beyerdynamic Fox, other suggestions)
All of these mics are very good USB mics and I realise this won't be too much help but obviously different mics suit different voices better. All I can say is all of them worked fine for me and you can hear in the comparisons the difference in my voice across the tests.
Really appreciate your videos! So the Yeti was included but not worth a mention on your website. Is it really that poor? Did you include it here due to its popularity or price point?
I cannot decide which one's best. I have Blue Yeti at the moment, and I feel like the quality isnt very good. I used to have Yeti Nano, and I feel like that one is better. From this video, I feel like Elgato sounds good. But again, I'm not sure! Great comparison, thank you for this, Mike!
AKG Lyra sounds best to me, followed closely by Beyerdynamic Fox. Both sound the most natural. The others had at least one flaw that went against them like high background noise, artificial sounding, hollowness, tone, too crisp.
Hello Mike I record vidéo and I saw the Beyerdynamic Fox at 70 bucks ( normally at 120 ) but I already have a Bird UM1, should I go for it ?? Thanks !!
So which is the best dB for Background music while Dialogue actual speaking footage is going on. (& Best dB for the Voice Over too)? And your channel has Lot and Lot of Videos and you're really grinding a lot.!! ❤️ Awesome by the way.! And I have so much to Learn From You @Mike.!!
There is no definitive answer here I'm afraid. The rule is to make sure the background music remains in the background and doesn't compete with the speech. The answer depends on the background music being used and the processing used on the voice recording.
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I've been tempted to get one of the Elgato's, but I already have an Audio-Technica ATR 2100 that sounds pretty good and has an XLR connection if I ever decide to upgrade to that route, so I should probably just stick with that.
Great video Mike, am currently looking for a microphone for podcasting but also for the start of my commentary career so as you can imagine blocking out background noise and optimising sound direction towards my direction is most important which of these Microphones do you think would be best suited for this?
@@MikeRussell hi Mike, I am using AKG Lyra. What you suggest for long run. My work is just voice over and podcast. Which sound better according to your experience. I found Lyra very sensitive and it catches so much shuttle noise nearby mic.
Mike: What’s your recommendation for a mic stand, pop shield, etc, and how it all fits together into one big contraption? If I want to record myself narrating my audiobook, how should I assemble all this stuff? (Say, for example, if I’m buying the FOX mic). I get a lot of plosives on the P sounds: I fire out Ps like Captain Birdseye!
I wish you would have demonstrated the mute function on those mikes. I wonder if it makes an audible sound or caused the mic to go scouting across the table?
@@MikeRussell Understood. I'm not in the market for any of those mic, but was curious about how the function worked. What we called a "cough switch" was a separate switch so you didn't touch the mic. It operated silently. Maybe I'm misunderstanding the purpose of the mute button.
I’d imagine a mute button on the mic would be impossible to operate in silence but as I say it’s not something I’ve tested. I’d rather use an XLR mic and mixer and mute that way if I needed to.
@@MikeRussell roger that . . . I found a lesson on Music Radio Creative that had a lesson on it but wow, it was $$. Thought maybe that was your work? I have to turn the gain up all the way on the PR-40. Thanks for getting back, cheers!
I'm still partial to my Behringer B1, plus the blue icicle usb connector... (My B1 is 15 years old? and the Icicle has been trucking along for @ 8-10 of those... it's a tad unwieldy, but, it's a condenser mic) I'll probably go with the blue yeti or the Fox when I finally have to buy another mic.
Yes, these USB microphones should work well with a powered USB hub. The hub will provide additional power to ensure consistent and reliable performance of the microphones.
Thanks for a great review. I am looking for usb microphone with adjustable polar patterns and one that will easily connect to my iPhone and iPad for recording. I also would like it to be able to connect to my PC for recording on multi track audio editor such as Audacity and Reaper. The Samson Satellite usb mic you reviewed just may be the way to go. Would you know if this mic is easily attachable to a standard boom mic stand? Could I have your opinion after the information I just gave you. Thanks again,
The Blue Yeti has been around forever and does have a lot of functionality but beware it only records 16bit and 48khz which by modern standards may leave your audio a little flat compared to some of the others tested here.
Hi Mike, I'm still struggling to get the sound I want from my EV RE30 going through my DBX286s. Really not what I'd expected. I tried the settings you recommended, but as its being passed though my Xenyx Mixer to the interface, it's all over the place? Any tips please?
The settings above are what worked for me with my voice and with my mic in my environment. They're a good starting point but you'll need to tweak to your own situation
Hi Mike, nice video. I just wanted to ask how you get your songs on your laptop? Where do you download them as stereo? I usually download the music videos and then convert them to mp3 through Twisted Wave. However, Twisted Wave converts the audio to mono. Will that make it hard for me to isolate vocals or make a song instrumental? I saw your video on the first one and I noticed that your track was stereo at first, so I'm just wondering. I have also put songs I downloaded from iTunes onto my laptop as WAVE files and tried following your tutorials with but nothing seems to work for me. By the way, I use Audacity. I'd appreciate your input as I'd like to make mashups and megamixes as a hobby. Thank you.
Hi I need some help Please :) I love to sing but have no idea what microphone to get, I’m not up with all the technology about it. Is it best to get auto tune mic? Do I need a laptop to plug in the mic. And download sites for my mic. I have no idea what to do I’ll really appreciate your help
Hi Lisa. The choices are almost infinite for you depending on expectations and budget. First choice is XLR vs USB. An XLR mic will need an interface to plug in to to connect to your computer, a USB will plug directly into your computer. You then have the choice of condenser or dynamic which will be partially dependent on your recording space. I would recommend you avoid a gimmick mic that promises auto tune if you’re serious about singing, record raw and do anything you want in post processing.
I play in the living room and it has sound. Always disturbing, I want to know between Fox or Akg lyra better noise canceling and which is better sound quality? Thx
Blue Yeti does have an omnidirectional mode but in order to use this effectively you'd really need to be in an acoustically treated space otherwise the amount of room tone and reflections picked up may ruin your recording.
These are what I'd call budget mics. With microphones you generally get what you pay for so I'd look at getting something like one of these if you're looking to get decent quality audio.
I get what you're saying but think of it as an investment in your quality. If you're serious about audio then you'll need to make an investment to get quality audio.
Sorry my favorite microphone is not in this video. in my home studio I use the Samson G-Track Pro. for me is this microphone works best with my heavy voice
I bought a Blue Yeti a few months ago as I was venturing in to the world of becoming a voice over artist for a profession. I've already upgraded to a RODE NT1 with a Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen (will upgrade that in the future), because USB microphones don't seem to be able to capture the sound in the same way that XLR microphones do (to me, at least). If anyone wanted to get the best possible voice, i'd recommend steering clear of anything USB.
Early USB mics were poor but most of the more recent mics are actually not bad now at all. The Rode NT1 is not a bad mic however and it’ll help you get your voice over business started.
I have the snowball too. I was hoping Mike was going to review the snowball specs. I guess I"ll have to look, because I can't remember. The gain is PERFECT for VO work, coming in at around -8db with it mounted on a boom around 8" from my mouth. I had a Yeti years ago and it was the warmest sounding mic I've ever owned truthfully, only preceded by a Rode NT-1 which I was I still had, but I don't have a phantom Amp XLR interface anymore for it.
Just FYI, none of these Mac tests mean much to a PC user, because unfortunately Windows has been horrible for USB mics since Windows 7. No doubt some of these mics are better than others in Windows, but they will not behave as shown here.
Hello! I would like to start making covers for my channel! Which microphone do you think is best for me? I don't know if it matters, but my voice is high-pitched and I would like a microphone that can highlight the different nuances of my voice! I was debating between the AKG Lyra and the Rode Note USB! Please help me!
Based on your requirements for a microphone that can highlight the different nuances of your high-pitched voice, I would recommend the AKG Lyra as it has a versatile pickup pattern and excellent sensitivity, perfect for capturing the nuances in your vocals.
Hello Mike do you have an email? I want to talk to you about Lickd? I am creating a page/show and have some important questions I would rather do in private uf you don't mind?
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well Mike, we were hoping you could answer that question for a lot of us.....
I did, here... mrc.fm/usbmics TL;DR - scroll to 'USB Mic Conclusion' header 😉
@@MikeRussell got it thanks
I have had an AT2020 USB for almost a decade now and still use it pretty often, recently bought the Rode NT1-A (XLR) and i am stunned at how good it is for voice overs! A podcaster friend on a budget bought a Samson Q2U and sounds pretty good too as a dynamic mic in their untreated room (the ATR2100 is almost a perfect same of it.)
Great video as always Mike!
They’re all good mics 👌
This is by far the best video i have watched on USB mics yet!!You actually hit every mark i was looking for!!Thanks for your hard work!!
Thank you
Thanks a lot for the great review, it was fun to watch / listen to you!
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I love my Beyerdynamic DT-770 Pro. Your company deserves much respect because of the exceptional quality of your products! Thanks
@@learnerforever6933 thanks for the great feedback, really appreciate it!
In the end it doesn't matter what mic you use, your voice sounds amazing!
Thanks
Congrats on the 200k subs Mike, hope you and Izzy are going to get a few beers in to celebrate tonight. Looking for a USB microphone so thanks for the comparisons :)
Thanks Jimbo
I recently became a radio broadcasting student and you're proving invaluable! Thank you!
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Stayed up so late last night trying to find an equivalent replacement for the x2 faulty RODE NT-USB mics that I’ve been struggling with. THIS review is what I needed! I just purchased the Beyerdynamic Fox in a sale for $150 USD. BARGAIN!! 💰 🎙 going to be using it on a boom arm for podcasting, voiceovers and webinar streaming. I just wanted something with high quality, warm tones, simple to use and affordable! Thanks for helping me out. 😍
Glad to have helped. Surprised by your experience with the Rode but glad you got something you like.
I really enjoy the Samson Q2u and now the Q9u. Great quality sound and in combination with rodecaster pro 2 off the charts for about a third of the price as a SM7B mic. Great video!
We just picked up the Q9U! Really impressed with it.
Best USB microphone video I've seen. To the point and covers different distances and treated vs untreated room. Love your channel, bro!
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm thrilled that you found my USB microphone review video helpful and informative.
Love the content on your channel, are there any plans to review the Shure mv7 microphone? Would love to hear your thoughts as it's both usb and xlr. :)
Thanks for your sugesstion
Love your incredible sound, talent and off the chart segments about radio syndication and more!!!! 🎙🎙🎙
Thank you
What USB microphone do you think was the best in this lineup?
We may be a little partial, but we have a very clear favorite: FOX 😉
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Beyerdynamic FOX Sounds Awesome, But Actually, I already Bought Rode NT-USB Mini about 4 months ago, My Bad..!!
so, hey Mike pls make a video on - How to Record the Voice using these types of USB Mics [ in which software/ OR plugin directly to the camera (p.s am actually confused and SADLY need YOUR HELP on that one) you record ] and how to EDIT those audio clips [ audio gaining and maybe as always some tips and tricks to make the voice-over GOOD] and Sync it with the video. Looking forward to your reply, it may be helpful to all and No one Did that Video Before.!!
Hi, once you've connected your mic to the computer you'll be able to select it in Audition as your input device and record away. Editing then audio is then covered in most of the videos on this channel, Hope this helps
The first Mic you demoed. MY first Mic was and IS a Blue Snowball. I wish you'd review that one. I absolutely LIVE IT! The first version I had came woth a 3-way switch on the back to adjust coverage, my replacement is the ICE. Again, I REALLY love it. Thoughts?
The Snowball is a good upgrade from internal mics however it's over 10 years old now and lots has changed with USB mics so this is a 2020 take on USB mics to look at.
@@MikeRussell oh I know. I wish I could afford a new Mic. You did a great job reviewing them too.
Thanks
Gives a paw up for good video material!
and I am asking for advice which USB mic records the sound with the most natural sonic possible (without crackling in the upper band)?
Destiny - female vocal - Coloratura soprano (AKG Lyra, Beyerdynamic Fox, other suggestions)
All of these mics are very good USB mics and I realise this won't be too much help but obviously different mics suit different voices better. All I can say is all of them worked fine for me and you can hear in the comparisons the difference in my voice across the tests.
Really appreciate your videos! So the Yeti was included but not worth a mention on your website. Is it really that poor? Did you include it here due to its popularity or price point?
I cannot decide which one's best. I have Blue Yeti at the moment, and I feel like the quality isnt very good. I used to have Yeti Nano, and I feel like that one is better. From this video, I feel like Elgato sounds good. But again, I'm not sure! Great comparison, thank you for this, Mike!
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Thank you Mike. Your videos are Ace - and such a help for the amateur You-Tuber. Cheers!
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AKG Lyra sounds best to me, followed closely by Beyerdynamic Fox. Both sound the most natural. The others had at least one flaw that went against them like high background noise, artificial sounding, hollowness, tone, too crisp.
Thanks for sharing
Hello Mike
I record vidéo and I saw the Beyerdynamic Fox at 70 bucks ( normally at 120 ) but I already have a Bird UM1, should I go for it ??
Thanks !!
So which is the best dB for Background music while Dialogue actual speaking footage is going on. (& Best dB for the Voice Over too)? And your channel has Lot and Lot of Videos and you're really grinding a lot.!! ❤️ Awesome by the way.! And I have so much to Learn From You @Mike.!!
There is no definitive answer here I'm afraid. The rule is to make sure the background music remains in the background and doesn't compete with the speech. The answer depends on the background music being used and the processing used on the voice recording.
Gracias por tu aporte... me dio claridad y me ayudo a decidirme por el Beyerdynamic... soy nuevo en esto.. un abrazo Pablo (Argentina) - me suscribi !!! -
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Thank you, you made my ideas clear! Awesome Review
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I've been tempted to get one of the Elgato's, but I already have an Audio-Technica ATR 2100 that sounds pretty good and has an XLR connection if I ever decide to upgrade to that route, so I should probably just stick with that.
Sensible thinking
Great video Mike, am currently looking for a microphone for podcasting but also for the start of my commentary career so as you can imagine blocking out background noise and optimising sound direction towards my direction is most important which of these Microphones do you think would be best suited for this?
Are you operating in an acoustically sweet space?
@@MikeRussell not exactly no
In that case steer clear of the condenser mics and look at the dynamic mics although even those would still benefit from acoustic treatment
Really love my apogee hype mic but some of these may be a great backup!
Very true
Epic radio presenter voice, very powerful, you keep up the good work Mike!
Thanks Kris
Very helpful video. You did lot of Hardwork for this video. Keep going. 👍👍 Thanks.
Thanks
@@MikeRussell hi Mike, I am using AKG Lyra. What you suggest for long run. My work is just voice over and podcast. Which sound better according to your experience. I found Lyra very sensitive and it catches so much shuttle noise nearby mic.
It depends on the voice over jobs that you're going for. An experienced producer will be able to tell the quality of the microphone from the audio.
@@MikeRussell Thank You👍
Mike: What’s your recommendation for a mic stand, pop shield, etc, and how it all fits together into one big contraption? If I want to record myself narrating my audiobook, how should I assemble all this stuff? (Say, for example, if I’m buying the FOX mic). I get a lot of plosives on the P sounds: I fire out Ps like Captain Birdseye!
If you're buying the FOX it comes with a stand and pop shield included
I wish you would have demonstrated the mute function on those mikes. I wonder if it makes an audible sound or caused the mic to go scouting across the table?
Not all the mics have a mute function so I've done a comparison of the standard features so you can compare audio like for like.
@@MikeRussell Understood. I'm not in the market for any of those mic, but was curious about how the function worked. What we called a "cough switch" was a separate switch so you didn't touch the mic. It operated silently. Maybe I'm misunderstanding the purpose of the mute button.
I’d imagine a mute button on the mic would be impossible to operate in silence but as I say it’s not something I’ve tested.
I’d rather use an XLR mic and mixer and mute that way if I needed to.
@@MikeRussell Me, too. Thanks for you video.
Rhode Mini seems perfect. sound and not overly distracting
Hi, thanks for this video. What will be better for vocal, FOX or Rode NT USB ? Thanks.
Totally a matter of personal preference
I LOVE your microphones they're great. I'm also a podcaster
Thanks Eli
Mike, you have a video on setting up the dbx-286S and the Heil PR-40?
Not specifically on that microphone but you will be able to work from the dbx286s settings given in my videos on setting the processor up
@@MikeRussell roger that . . . I found a lesson on Music Radio Creative that had a lesson on it but wow, it was $$. Thought maybe that was your work? I have to turn the gain up all the way on the PR-40. Thanks for getting back, cheers!
You're welcome Jim
I'm still partial to my Behringer B1, plus the blue icicle usb connector... (My B1 is 15 years old? and the Icicle has been trucking along for @ 8-10 of those... it's a tad unwieldy, but, it's a condenser mic) I'll probably go with the blue yeti or the Fox when I finally have to buy another mic.
The B1 is a good entry level mic and as it’s 15 years old it’s clearly built to last. Behringer do build good quality audio gear.
I just recently got the JLab Talk Pro it seems extremely good.
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Thank you. Do you know if these mics work well with a power USB hub?
Yes, these USB microphones should work well with a powered USB hub. The hub will provide additional power to ensure consistent and reliable performance of the microphones.
AKG Lyra , Beyerdynamic Fox ,
RØDE NT-USB mini .... and Elagato 3 ???
Thanks for a great review. I am looking for usb microphone with adjustable polar patterns and one that will easily connect to my iPhone and iPad for recording. I also would like it to be able to connect to my PC for recording on multi track audio editor such as Audacity and Reaper. The Samson Satellite usb mic you reviewed just may be the way to go. Would you know if this mic is easily attachable to a standard boom mic stand? Could I have your opinion after the information I just gave you. Thanks again,
I don't think you'll go far wrong with the Samson Satellite with your requirements.
@@MikeRussell Thanks hopefully it will attach to a mic stand.
would love you to review the FiFine AM8
Nice work Dude
Thanks 👍
Which one would you recommend ? I’m interested in the blue yeti
The Blue Yeti has been around forever and does have a lot of functionality but beware it only records 16bit and 48khz which by modern standards may leave your audio a little flat compared to some of the others tested here.
So if you had to pick one . Which would it be ?
Check out mrc.fm/usbmics and you'll find out
Great video
Thank you so much for watching, I'm glad you enjoyed it!
@@MikeRussell I really like the format. The lighting and how you bring information across. Many can learn from you!
Hey Mike what do you think about the new Blue yeti X?
I've not given this one a go yet but the fact it's supporting 24-bit (not 16) and has 4 capsules (not 3) is a great uprade IMO.
Hello, please help me choose a microphone, I'm choosing between akg lyra and rode nt-usb mini. I need a microphone for streaming and recording video.
Based on your needs for streaming and video recording, I recommend the RØDE NT-USB Mini for its excellent audio quality and compact size.
Hi Mike, I'm still struggling to get the sound I want from my EV RE30 going through my DBX286s. Really not what I'd expected. I tried the settings you recommended, but as its being passed though my Xenyx Mixer to the interface, it's all over the place? Any tips please?
The settings above are what worked for me with my voice and with my mic in my environment. They're a good starting point but you'll need to tweak to your own situation
@@MikeRussell Thanks Mike. disconnected everything again, seems to be better now.
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Sir please Make a video on Samson c01 u pro
Hi Mike, nice video. I just wanted to ask how you get your songs on your laptop? Where do you download them as stereo? I usually download the music videos and then convert them to mp3 through Twisted Wave. However, Twisted Wave converts the audio to mono. Will that make it hard for me to isolate vocals or make a song instrumental? I saw your video on the first one and I noticed that your track was stereo at first, so I'm just wondering. I have also put songs I downloaded from iTunes onto my laptop as WAVE files and tried following your tutorials with but nothing seems to work for me. By the way, I use Audacity. I'd appreciate your input as I'd like to make mashups and megamixes as a hobby. Thank you.
I think what you’re doing is technically illegal unfortunately. Songs downloaded from legal sources will come in high quality stereo.
@@MikeRussell how do you get yours then?
Hi I need some help Please :) I love to sing but have no idea what microphone to get, I’m not up with all the technology about it. Is it best to get auto tune mic? Do I need a laptop to plug in the mic. And download sites for my mic. I have no idea what to do I’ll really appreciate your help
Hi Lisa. The choices are almost infinite for you depending on expectations and budget.
First choice is XLR vs USB. An XLR mic will need an interface to plug in to to connect to your computer, a USB will plug directly into your computer.
You then have the choice of condenser or dynamic which will be partially dependent on your recording space.
I would recommend you avoid a gimmick mic that promises auto tune if you’re serious about singing, record raw and do anything you want in post processing.
Hey Mike, what’s your Opinion about ZOOM H1N. It also has 24bit & 98khz audio quality. Please help me to choose this microphone. Please do reply.
Have a look here at my conclusions mrc.fm/usbmics
@@MikeRussell but zoom H1N is not a USB mic. Please reply with your opinion about that mic.
@@MikeRussell please Reply
Hi Mohan, there are plenty of mic reviews on the channel which will hopefully help you make a decision
Which one is best AKG LYRA or RODE NT USB MINI? I'm little confused which one is good...
Both are good microphones
@@MikeRussell Thank you so much for your valuable feedback ❤️
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Anno 2023 and I bought for 75€ a Beyerdynamic Fox. Very good quality, but I don't know what is his sound, this is a game microphone 🎤😉
This microphone has many potential uses 👍
I recently bought an at2020+ and it seems OK
Enjoy 👍
I play in the living room and it has sound. Always disturbing, I want to know between Fox or Akg lyra better noise canceling and which is better sound quality? Thx
None of these microphones are designed with noise cancelling in mind and are designed to be used in good recording environments.
@@MikeRussell thank you, i understand
what would be the recommendation for recording songs???
Always go for the best microphone that you can afford
All Are very goodand descent microphone good job:)
Thanks
Hello,
I would like to buy a good USB microphone for dry vocals(singing). Between AT2020USB+, AKG Lyra and Rode NT USB..which one do you recommend?
All of these are good microphones so it comes down to personal choice.
Every the ad says it is!
I thought you were going to give your opinion on the best one!!!
They are all good microphones and I’ve given an honest review of each one which is hopefully helpful.
If you’d like to know my opinion on the best USB mic you can head to mrc.fm/usbmics
Well the title of the video is What is the best usb microphone? One would presume that the video would answer that question
Hey what about focusrite 2i2 microphone and soundcard please ?
The Focusrite 2i2 is an audio interface. You would not need an audio interface is you're using a USB microphone.
@@MikeRussell yes i mean what you think about the quality is it good to use your preset 3.0 and record voice over.
The 2i2 is a good interface but the quality will be determined by the microphone and the recording environment.
I really like the lyra but I'm biased as I have one
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Beyerdynamic FOX. But what about RODE NT-USB?
Rode do make very good mics 👍
What about the Rode nt usb (not mini) how does this compare?
Rode do produce very good microphones and the NT USB is a good microphone.
AKG Lyra and Beyerdynamic Fox get my vote
Both good mics
Any body explain how to wallpaper like him
Hello Mike ,im a new subscriber, what the best way to contact you as I need to pick your brains and your expertise..?
Hi Nigel, you can join our community and drop a post in there community.musicradiocreative.com/
@@MikeRussell many thanks, im looking to start doing podcasts, I've just joined up as im a complete novice
Consider taking a look at the Podcast production course if that’s something that would interest you courses.musicradiocreative.com/
Whether Computer is Essencial
I think akg Lyra sounds a bit harsh in high frequency & not much bass in it.
That's why I've tested them all, to give you a comparison and allow you to chose
@@MikeRussell thank you
Is it possible to use BlueYeti for members sitting around a table?
Blue Yeti does have an omnidirectional mode but in order to use this effectively you'd really need to be in an acoustically treated space otherwise the amount of room tone and reflections picked up may ruin your recording.
@@MikeRussell Thanks♥️
I'll just stick with my Shure SM7B and Electrovoice RE20
Both good choices Andrew.
Which is the best ? Elgato Wave 3 between AKG Lyra? Tks
Totally a matter of personal preference. They are both good mics
@@MikeRussell Do you know about Thronmax Mdrill One Pro? I Hope you can review it, soon. Thanks
Thanks for the suggestion 👍
Could yo do the same but for mic like 40-60$ ?
These are what I'd call budget mics. With microphones you generally get what you pay for so I'd look at getting something like one of these if you're looking to get decent quality audio.
@@MikeRussell i agree but you know when you are really starting some time you don't want to put like 200$
I get what you're saying but think of it as an investment in your quality. If you're serious about audio then you'll need to make an investment to get quality audio.
Samson g track pro
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Im the only one who loves the sound of El Gato mic?
They're all good mics 👍
Sorry my favorite microphone is not in this video. in my home studio I use the Samson G-Track Pro. for me is this microphone works best with my heavy voice
Thanks for the tip. It’s always important to match mic and voice.
i uses a razer seiren
HI FIFINE T683 NOT GOOD ???
It's not something I could commet on as I've not used one
I bought a Blue Yeti a few months ago as I was venturing in to the world of becoming a voice over artist for a profession.
I've already upgraded to a RODE NT1 with a Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen (will upgrade that in the future), because USB microphones don't seem to be able to capture the sound in the same way that XLR microphones do (to me, at least).
If anyone wanted to get the best possible voice, i'd recommend steering clear of anything USB.
Early USB mics were poor but most of the more recent mics are actually not bad now at all. The Rode NT1 is not a bad mic however and it’ll help you get your voice over business started.
@@MikeRussell You aren't wrong, the blue yeti i used certainly was capable of capturing some high quality audio
AKG seems pretty good 😀
There are all good mics, don’t forget it’s about choosing your budget and then getting the best mic for your voice and your recording environment.
Nice
Thanks
Rode for my years in DT770 Pro X sounded more "juicy"
It's great to hear that you enjoyed the "juicy" sound of the RØDE microphone paired with your DT770 Pro X headphones!
AKG
Hands down, the Blue Snowball absolutely DESTROYS all of those pieces of garbage! (mike drop)
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I have the snowball too. I was hoping Mike was going to review the snowball specs. I guess I"ll have to look, because I can't remember. The gain is PERFECT for VO work, coming in at around -8db with it mounted on a boom around 8" from my mouth. I had a Yeti years ago and it was the warmest sounding mic I've ever owned truthfully, only preceded by a Rode NT-1 which I was I still had, but I don't have a phantom Amp XLR interface anymore for it.
Bananas?!
i was the first one in this live
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Just FYI, none of these Mac tests mean much to a PC user, because unfortunately Windows has been horrible for USB mics since Windows 7. No doubt some of these mics are better than others in Windows, but they will not behave as shown here.
You should find that the mics behave the same in Mac and PC
Hello! I would like to start making covers for my channel! Which microphone do you think is best for me? I don't know if it matters, but my voice is high-pitched and I would like a microphone that can highlight the different nuances of my voice! I was debating between the AKG Lyra and the Rode Note USB! Please help me!
Based on your requirements for a microphone that can highlight the different nuances of your high-pitched voice, I would recommend the AKG Lyra as it has a versatile pickup pattern and excellent sensitivity, perfect for capturing the nuances in your vocals.
Hello Mike do you have an email? I want to talk to you about Lickd? I am creating a page/show and have some important questions I would rather do in private uf you don't mind?
Hi, if you'd like to talk about Lickd you would probably be best contacting them as they'll have all the answers for you
@@MikeRussell ok thank you