Shure MV7 vs Rode Podmic | Podcasting Microphone Duel

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  • Опубліковано 25 лис 2024

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  • @PhillipRPeck
    @PhillipRPeck  3 роки тому +6

    Timestamps
    00:00​ Intro
    01:15​ Differences? Price & USB
    02:08​ Preview of Different Tests
    02:29​ Build Quality, Looks, etc.
    04:39​ Crappy Windscreens
    05:41​ Plosives
    06:17​ Windscreen & Pop Filter Alternatives
    07:22​ Off-Axis Rejection
    08:14​ One Foot Away
    08:33​ Proximity
    09:39​ Woman's Voice
    10:29​ Conclusion
    12:44​ Likey & Subscribey

  • @GlowingMist
    @GlowingMist 3 роки тому +94

    As a woman I really appreciate you getting your wife to read some lines with the mics. It is rare to have a woman to compare the sound to. Thank you!

    • @PhillipRPeck
      @PhillipRPeck  3 роки тому +9

      Thank you. I'm glad you found it helpful

  • @NigelBarros
    @NigelBarros 3 роки тому +28

    this video looks and sounds so crispy! I'm kinda thinking about getting that podmic

    • @PhillipRPeck
      @PhillipRPeck  3 роки тому +13

      Thank you! I left it in the oven until it just started to brown around the edges

    • @NeutralGenericUser
      @NeutralGenericUser 3 роки тому +2

      Crisp, not crispy smh. Unless you think this sounds like deep fried chicken.

  • @itscarlosreally
    @itscarlosreally 3 роки тому +11

    Thanks for this. No one really pits these two against each other. It's usually PODMIC vs SM7B and MV-7 vs Samson Q9U.

    • @PhillipRPeck
      @PhillipRPeck  3 роки тому +2

      No problem. It makes sense to compare the USB/XLR mics together but sometimes a sound comparison between popular mics is good too

  • @misophobia
    @misophobia Рік тому +2

    I have owned the MV7 for about a year now, and it’s had an okay run. The durability on it isn’t as great as advertised, and now I’m thinking about getting a Podmic instead of an SM7B. Thanks for the comparison!

  • @particularlyNoble
    @particularlyNoble 3 роки тому +5

    Thank you for including your wife's voice. I've watched several comparisons from a bunch of different channels, but this was the first one to include a woman's voice, and that's not only the most relevent to me, but it's also where I heard the biggest differencce. Great video!

  • @HarryShares
    @HarryShares 3 роки тому +2

    Love your honest review.
    Been waiting for this comparison long.
    Keep up the good work my friend

  • @ulfrinn8783
    @ulfrinn8783 3 роки тому +14

    Before anyone points out he's comparing a $250 mic to a $100 mic, keep in mind the MV7 is a USB mic which means it includes an interface, and for the Podmic, you'll need something like a Scarlett Solo maybe even an in-line pre-amp, bringing the price of the two mics much closer together.

    • @ulfrinn8783
      @ulfrinn8783 3 роки тому

      My last mic actually broke. A Q2U. Tension on the USB cable actually ripped the mini-USB port off the PCB rendering it useless as a USB mic. So, I am looking at the $200-$250 range for either a good USB mic or a combination interface and XLR mic.

    • @PhillipRPeck
      @PhillipRPeck  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks for coming to my defense. I think I mentioned this a bit in the video and also that you can get up and running for less than $250 with the Podmic depending on what audio interface you go with.

    • @PhillipRPeck
      @PhillipRPeck  3 роки тому

      That's a bummer. Long term reliability is something to take into consideration with USB mics. Definitely more fragile than XLR

    • @ulfrinn8783
      @ulfrinn8783 3 роки тому

      @@PhillipRPeck Yeah, it has me looking at the XLR port itself, and why it's so popular in microphones when a 1/4" TRS connection would actually suffice. I think it's because the XLR is a lot stronger joint for a device that is going to be handled a lot. Tension is going to be put on cables, people may even trip on them, and a small USB port just isn't going to handle the abuse an XLR port will. Especially when taking my Q2U apart I discovered that the mini-USB port wasn't even a stronger through-hole component, but a surface mount component. It ended up ripping the copper pads right off the circuit board backing.
      So this has me thinking for long term reliability, USB is going to fail. If the port doesn't weaken, then you're also looking at a lot of capacitors and other electronics components that XLR mics just don't have to deal with. Of course, your XLR interface will rely on all of those, but it's also not a component that's going to go through the same kind of abuse either. That has me leaning towards a Scarlett Solo + Podmic over the MV7

    • @PhillipRPeck
      @PhillipRPeck  3 роки тому

      @@ulfrinn8783 Sounds like you've put some good thought into this. If you like the sound of the Shure better, maybe consider the SM58. Same price as the Podmic, same style as the Q2U

  • @luisaponte4990
    @luisaponte4990 3 роки тому +3

    Loving this channel so far. Currently we use podmics on our podcast but then again like you mentioned it does sound good on our voices.. We tried others and well they didn't sound that great so yes its all about the voice as well as the mic..

    • @PhillipRPeck
      @PhillipRPeck  3 роки тому

      Thank you, Luis. Glad you're liking the Podmic and best of luck on your podcast!

  • @heidytorr
    @heidytorr 2 роки тому +2

    One of the best reviews I've seen. I am leaning towards the MV7 because I want to avoid buying the interface and just connect directly to my computer!

    • @PhillipRPeck
      @PhillipRPeck  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you! It’s a nice mic for sure

  • @hermesroca
    @hermesroca 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you thank you! I’ve been jumping from video to video to compare both mics and this is the only one that really helped me! I’m going with the Rode Podmic, subscribed 👍🏼

  • @yenu
    @yenu 3 роки тому +2

    hate function lmao
    thanks for the video, ended up going with the mv7, probably the most apples to apples comparison video with the cleanest sounding audio out there. cheers

  • @ProvenSawlid
    @ProvenSawlid 3 роки тому +1

    Good review I’ve been waiting for somebody to say that the MV7 is kind of funky looking, glad you did

  • @preventionist7328
    @preventionist7328 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks Phillip for the video. It was nice to hear the difference between these two mics. It helps to make an informed decision. Cheers!

    • @PhillipRPeck
      @PhillipRPeck  3 роки тому +1

      No problem. Glad it was helpful. Which mic are you choosing? Or something different?

    • @preventionist7328
      @preventionist7328 3 роки тому +1

      @@PhillipRPeck I agree with you the MV7 sounds better when you are talking. I am going with the Shure MV7. Thanks.

  • @itsVirusGG
    @itsVirusGG 2 роки тому +1

    Woo i was looking for this vid i am happy i am seeing yours! :)

  • @shawnb3d
    @shawnb3d 2 роки тому +1

    Great video. Thanks. Looking at the Rode. Price is right and a little tweaking in post, no one will know I saved a bundle.

  • @KushSachdeva
    @KushSachdeva Рік тому +1

    Great review, thank you for this!

  • @Nihilus
    @Nihilus 3 роки тому +2

    Fantastic video sir! I think I'm going with the podmic.

  • @shanfaizi9998
    @shanfaizi9998 3 роки тому

    'convinced' me to buy the podmic... off one of your other videos on it... and I use quotations.. bc you were very fair.. on a separate note, you sound like you could do talkshow radio.. your voice is so crisp and clear..idk if its the mic or your just your demeanor.. either way keep it up! Love the videos.. just getting into the audio space and trying to learn as much as I can about my equipment.. thanks again for the video!

    • @PhillipRPeck
      @PhillipRPeck  3 роки тому +1

      Shan, thank you so much. I hope you like the Podmic and glad I could offer some useful information

  • @royborgen
    @royborgen Рік тому +1

    I hit the like button twice just because of your excellent comment on the hate functionality. Thanks for the great review

  • @PetersonBlanc
    @PetersonBlanc 3 роки тому +5

    Great video breakdown, I recently purchased the PodMic and it seems like a lot of reviewers glossed over the fact it already has a built-in pop filter, so I wonder what adding another additional pop filter does and or a windscreen?

    • @PhillipRPeck
      @PhillipRPeck  3 роки тому +3

      Pretty much all mics have a kind of pop filter which is pretty much the outer mesh grill. I'm not sure if the Podmic has another layer underneath. But you'll notice that if you direct air right in the top of the Podmic it will definitely pop. You'll just have to try and see if it pops a lot when you're recording and whether you need to add another windscreen or pop filter. It's pretty much the same with any mic

  • @djtrepound2407
    @djtrepound2407 2 роки тому +4

    Unprocessed I liked the sound of the Podmic with the exception of the plosives. The winner with processing is the MV7 but once again the plosives take it down a notch. So, it would be interesting to hear the podmic with Rose’s pop filter compared to the MV 7 with the sm7b pop filter. However, I still think that instance I would personally still prefer the MV7.

  • @tonyantoine5823
    @tonyantoine5823 3 роки тому

    Thanks Phillip, really appreciate the review. Definitely leaning towards the Shure.

    • @PhillipRPeck
      @PhillipRPeck  3 роки тому

      No problem. The MV7 is a great mic, lots of great features plus it sounds good

    • @ulfrinn8783
      @ulfrinn8783 3 роки тому +1

      @@PhillipRPeck Honestly, I wish more mics, even XLR mics had the capacitive touch-to-mute feature. I have gotten so used to just flipping a switch on my current mic that I almost cannot comprehend using a mic without some kind of mute switch, and the advantage of the capacitive switch is there's no click to get picked up by the mic. Of course, dynamic mics are essentially a capsule wired directly to an XLR port so there's not really any place to install an electronic feature such as that. It'd still be nice to have.

  • @BestAudiovisualTricks
    @BestAudiovisualTricks 2 роки тому

    You look a lot like Kurt Cobain with dark hair. Amazing video, I purchased the Shure last night as I already own the PodMic. This comparison was really helpful. Thanks matey!

  • @Le_Sourpuss
    @Le_Sourpuss 2 роки тому +3

    I think that the pricy price tag on the MV7 defeats its whole concept, which supposedly is allowing you to save money on an audio interface at first by allowing direct USB connection. You can get the Rode Podmic and the audio interface for practically the same price as the MV7... and tbh the Podmic sounds better to me, at least on this video and on that MV7 sound setting (its sound can be changed significantly on its software suite).

    • @PhillipRPeck
      @PhillipRPeck  2 роки тому +2

      I agree that the MV7 is overpriced. I think Shure was probably banking on its name and the MV7's superficial resemblance to the SM7B

    • @Le_Sourpuss
      @Le_Sourpuss 2 роки тому

      @@PhillipRPeck Very possible, man! By the way, awesome joke about activating the hate functionality, with the dislike button! 🤣

  • @Shipwrckdntweetin
    @Shipwrckdntweetin 3 роки тому +2

    Rode Podmic all day…… Thx Phillip. Another awesome one.

  • @DJTresorman
    @DJTresorman 3 роки тому +1

    Good job! Very helpful video. Thanks a lot!

  • @theoutsiderjess1869
    @theoutsiderjess1869 2 роки тому +1

    As a huge fan of spiderman I love the fact for your plosive test you say Peter Parker

  • @linnyunt
    @linnyunt 3 роки тому +1

    The MV7 looks better with the SM7B windscreen and rejects the plosives better. But the Podmic sounds and looks better overall.

    • @PhillipRPeck
      @PhillipRPeck  3 роки тому +1

      I think it looks decent with the SM7B windscreen, kind of slims it down a bit. I agree that the Podmic looks better

  • @kiravilanovaTV
    @kiravilanovaTV 3 роки тому +1

    Super helpful! Thank you!

  • @yusufkarl2264
    @yusufkarl2264 3 роки тому

    Probably you got this comment many times but I wanted to write again. MV7 is actually an XLR microphone with integrated audio interference. Let say you got podmic and elgato wave xlr or go xlr mini the price would be slightly more than shure mv7.
    But if we consider Shure last microphone MV7X then your comments are perfect. Shure mv7x is "only" xlr version of mv7 and price is about 175 euro. I would expect similar price with podmic because it looks like podmic is much better than mv7 in terms of xlr connection quality.

  • @chan15tw
    @chan15tw Рік тому

    Great job, thank you

  • @clipz1
    @clipz1 2 роки тому

    put a popfilter on the podmic and your set pretty much .. real good bang for buck this coming from a sm7b user but the podmics saved me when i had to get multiple mics i was almost going to get 4x sm7b's but with quality like this id be going for a look at this point and not what was needed

    • @PhillipRPeck
      @PhillipRPeck  2 роки тому

      Definitely. 4 Podmics for 1 SM7B is hard to argue with and the qaulity is really good

  • @BackpackingVideos
    @BackpackingVideos 2 роки тому

    Great comparison! Any recommendations for an XLR/USB interface for someone new to audio who is looking to get the Rode Pod Mic?

    • @PhillipRPeck
      @PhillipRPeck  2 роки тому

      I really like the Audient evo4 but if you don't need a two input interface, then I've heard the El Gato Wave XLR is good. Also the Focusrite Solo is popular. I haven't used those devices so I can't say for sure

  • @Telecastersanonymous
    @Telecastersanonymous Рік тому

    Have you done a video on the rodecaster? Is it possible to run the rodecaster direct to an iPad via usb c?

    • @PhillipRPeck
      @PhillipRPeck  Рік тому

      I've made a couple but about specific features/functions. Nothing to do with the iPad. But, I just plugged in the RCP (original version) to my iPad and loaded up Logic Pro and it recognizes it as an input/output device. But I don't think there's any Rode software that runs on iPad that has to do with the RCP. So, long story short, yes. It appears you can run the RCP into an iPad and certain software will recognize it

    • @Telecastersanonymous
      @Telecastersanonymous Рік тому

      @@PhillipRPeck I’ve tried to use a ikmultimedia duo to livestream on TikTok running a mic and a guitar into it, but it comes out stereo to people watching. Problem is 1 side is guitar and 1 side is voice. So I’m trying to find something similar that will mix or just mono the 2 things I’m running in. If that makes sense

    • @PhillipRPeck
      @PhillipRPeck  Рік тому

      Audio setups aren’t really my area of expertise beyond just plugging ina mic to an interface

  • @iamrogercoles
    @iamrogercoles 3 роки тому +2

    I’ve got the Rode Podmic but the volume was so low that I ended up purchasing a cloudlifter. I love the sound AFTER making adjustments in something like GarageBand. But I feel like it just sounds okay on its own unless it has some help. I think my next investment will be the rodecaster.
    I also struggle in certain programs (like QuickTime) using xlr/Scarlett because the mic only comes through the left channel. I’m guessing USB doesn’t have that same issue?

    • @PhillipRPeck
      @PhillipRPeck  3 роки тому +2

      You should be able to set your recording to stereo with GarageBand or whatever software you use regardless whether it's XLR or USB

    • @iamrogercoles
      @iamrogercoles 3 роки тому

      @@PhillipRPeck totally! I meant that I run into stereo issues when doing a movie recording from Quicktime for some reason.

    • @PhillipRPeck
      @PhillipRPeck  3 роки тому

      @@iamrogercoles I'm not too familiar with Quicktime unfortunately

    • @ulfrinn8783
      @ulfrinn8783 3 роки тому

      klark technik CL-1 I believe it is called will do everything a cloudlifter does but costs $30.

  • @StarbucksBob
    @StarbucksBob 3 роки тому +1

    I'm not sure what other ppl are in the market for, but this direct comparison does fulfill a big niche based on what I read from other videos' request comments and Reddit threads, thanks!
    What is your experience with the mics ability to reject desk bumping, heavy keyboard typing, and tapping the stand their on? My current desk cant fit a boom arm (metal crossbars along the rim leaving only an 1inch lip) so I am concern that I wont get the best experience with my audio setup.

    • @PhillipRPeck
      @PhillipRPeck  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks! Neither is the best in terms of rejecting handling noise, either hitting the mic itself or the stand/boom. The MV7 can sometimes resonate or hum with certain bumps and knocks so maybe the Podmic has a slight edge. Both are good at rejecting other room noise such as keyboards, etc. Even just making sure the mic is pointed in a way that it will reject unwanted noise will help.
      If you can fit a boom arm on your desk, that would be optimal as opposed to a desktop stand

  • @etienned3802
    @etienned3802 2 роки тому

    top sum up ! well done

  • @FantasyLandFootball
    @FantasyLandFootball 3 роки тому +1

    Hey man! We just got the Rodecaster Pro last week and we are trying to get some settings right. We love all the effects we can add on but it feels like unless we are touching the mic with our lips then it does this weird in and out picking up our voices. Do you think this is the Noise Gate too heavy? Also, we have yet to see anyone do an MV7 Rodecaster Pro ideal settings video. Might be something other people are looking for as well! Thanks for the video !

    • @PhillipRPeck
      @PhillipRPeck  3 роки тому

      That's definitely the noise gate. Check out Curtis Judd's channel. He has a very detailed video about how to set up the noise gate on the RCP. Best of luck and thanks for the suggestion!

  • @FilmyRoot
    @FilmyRoot 2 роки тому

    Thanks

  • @hellolau
    @hellolau 3 роки тому +1

    Hey Phillip, thanks for the review 🤗 Do you think I could use the Podmic 6 feet away ? I would like to use it for calls with my webcam BUT without it being in the frame ? Would appreciate your feedback, if you have the time of course. Thank you.

    • @PhillipRPeck
      @PhillipRPeck  3 роки тому

      Hey, thanks for the comment. To put it bluntly, no way! Really, no microphone is going to sound good that far away; it's just going to pick up too much reverb and room noise. It won't sound that different from your webcam at that distance. For your use case, I'd recommend just using a lavalier microphone

    • @hellolau
      @hellolau 3 роки тому

      @@PhillipRPeck Thank you for input and time 🙏 I was afraid of this answer 😁
      I understand your point, 6 feet away is too much.
      Alternative : I can manage to be 3 feet away from the webcam; I will try a condenser mic like the Elgato Wave 3.
      I really appreciate your videos and style 💪

  • @GoodhitsTV
    @GoodhitsTV 3 роки тому +1

    thanks for this man, very helpful and a question a lot are asking. one question for you -- for a beginner podcast, if im looking to purchase four podcast microphones, boom arms and a sound board and am on a relative budget, say maybe $800 - $1K, what do you recommend?

    • @PhillipRPeck
      @PhillipRPeck  3 роки тому

      Thank you. Hmm, that's a lot of gear to try to cram into that budget. Would you consider getting desktop mic stands instead of boom arms? You could save a lot of money going that route. It's hard to spend less than $100 on a boom arm unless it's just cheap junk from Amazon. As for sound board--maybe the Zoom Podtrak P4? I haven't used it but Zoom generally makes good stuff and it has some nice specs and features. For microphones, if you're going to have four people in the same location, you're probably going to want to stick with dynamic microphones. In the $100 range, there's the Rode Podmic and the Shure SM58 and other stage mics that you can get for less than $100. But I don't know how they'll sound. Good luck and feel free to ask anymore questions!

    • @GoodhitsTV
      @GoodhitsTV 3 роки тому

      @@PhillipRPeck thanks man! Have heard good things about zoom. And good point on the desktop mic stands. I may look into that instead of the boom arms.

    • @PhillipRPeck
      @PhillipRPeck  3 роки тому

      Cool. Yeah, you can get something decent for less than $20

    • @Strangepaper
      @Strangepaper 3 роки тому +2

      No question, 4 podmics and a rode rodecaster pro...and buy arms later. It’s the most complete setup that is the easiest to use and the best sounding. It has everything and it an amazing value even though it’s expensive relatively. Buy the rodecaster two mics and add mics and arms as needed

    • @GoodhitsTV
      @GoodhitsTV 3 роки тому

      @@Strangepaper thanks for the input man, was thinking of getting the Shute sm58 instead with a zoom p8. Do you think there’s substantial difference between the set up you noted vs going w the sm58?

  • @floriangladis
    @floriangladis 3 роки тому

    Great video! :)

  • @lavrodem
    @lavrodem 2 роки тому

    No grounding electricity in my house :// Rode Podmic If I buy a Rode Podmic, do I have noise problems? I have a lot of noise problems in condenser microphones...Rodmic is a dynamic microphone, would there be noise problems?

    • @PhillipRPeck
      @PhillipRPeck  2 роки тому

      I don't know. I'm not really knowledgeable about electronic interference. But maybe not since there is no electricity being passed between the microphone and the interface...?

  • @dangheshere9659
    @dangheshere9659 3 роки тому

    by any chace did you use a cloudlifter on either mics?

  • @djnausea975
    @djnausea975 Рік тому

    Did Peter Paker really pop some popcorn?

  • @xexclusiv3x
    @xexclusiv3x 3 роки тому

    What camera did you use to record the intro?

    • @PhillipRPeck
      @PhillipRPeck  3 роки тому

      Panasonic GH5s with the Metabones Speedbooster XL and Canon 24-105 f/4 II

  • @REDEGOLD8
    @REDEGOLD8 2 роки тому +1

    Soa mais natural o Podmic. 👍

  • @haffijr
    @haffijr 2 роки тому

    does the podmic require a cloudlifter?

    • @PhillipRPeck
      @PhillipRPeck  2 роки тому

      Doesn’t require one. But really depends on your interface, how noisy it might be at higher gain levels

    • @haffijr
      @haffijr 2 роки тому

      @@PhillipRPeck okay, thank you

  • @KitChapel
    @KitChapel Рік тому

    U use eq on rode mic or u confused mics. I know, rode haven't low frequencies, but in your comparison low frequency have.
    you are wrong in your comparison

  • @phatfaux
    @phatfaux Рік тому

    If the USB functionality was important, then the MV7 would now be up against a hundred competitors at half the price

  • @3KSA91
    @3KSA91 3 роки тому +2

    I like you

    • @PhillipRPeck
      @PhillipRPeck  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you MIXER/Adbullah!

    • @3KSA91
      @3KSA91 3 роки тому +2

      This is my duty

  • @xgamer8446
    @xgamer8446 2 роки тому

    Listening to this video on a iphone 7 there is literally no difference when your wife speak xD

    • @PhillipRPeck
      @PhillipRPeck  2 роки тому

      I wouldn't expect that you'd hear a lot of nuance out of a cell phone speaker anyway. Maybe goes to show that particular microphones aren't THAT important