I agree!

Haha. Thanks so much!

Yes. I think it’s an awful mic, but mostly it would fly under the radar if it wasn’t for the disingenuous marketing and hype that surrounds it. It’s marketed to people new to audio with untrained ears. Also, since I started my channel 3 years ago, I have made the NT1a the villain of my channel. Mostly because it’s hilarious, but also because Røde can take it. They’re a huge company. They make some great gear, just not the NT1a.

Hey thanks, Dan! Much appreciated! And yeah, that bass sounded friggin fantastic direct into the Copper. That growl. So cool!

Hey Daniel! Hahaha. Thanks so much for the compliment! I really liked how Saturation Fascination turned out. That tune was in my head as soon as I heard the Copper after I built it (I built it in November). So it was nice to get it out of my head and into my ears! That MOTU M6 is a nice interface. I’ve heard great things! Cheers!

That’s what I was thinking! Hairball went about it differently, but achieved a result so close that people who can’t afford a proper 1073 have a great option! Thanks for your comment!

@@TheRecordist The best thing about an actual bit of hardware is the tolerances in the parts means each 500 unit will have slight differences. The software is OK but everything is exactly the same. BTW have you tried the Warm Audio Tone Beast? Its really good on VO.

Hey thanks! No, I do not do anything to my audio when I’m reviewing an audio product that I’m using while I’m talking. So that’s pure unprocessed audio. The only thing I do is add a limiter in case I get too loud. The room is just full of moving blankets. Haha. Thanks so much for your awesome observations!

Oh man. So sorry about that. It’s not me doing that! Hahaha. Why do you think you stink?

@@TheRecordist Go listen and watch

@ I watched the Black Lion Compressor video. Your sound is a tad bit roomy. I notice the occasional peaking out. That was verified by seeing your channel 4 input meter getting really hot. Unlike the days of analog, getting as close to 0dB as possible doesn’t apply. You’d be far better served recording at -30dB and then raising then clip gain in post. I try to shoot for -18dB to -12dB with total absolute peaks going no higher than -6dB. Also you’ve got a lot of clicks and pops happening. Unsure if that’s an OBS issue or your preamp or something else. 1. Which mic and preamp were you using to do the VO part of your demo? 2. How far away from that mic were you? 3. Are you recording at 24 bits?

@@TheRecordist Thanks so much for watching/listening and providing feedback. Now you know why there's room for improvement. Much of the problem is just straight up inexperience, trying to do video recording as I learn to juggle audio & video. What is not visible in the vid is yet another track that is the actual V/O recording. I struggled with trying to capture audio, while still keeping the ability to make wild adjustments on the compressor visible in the DAW - Roomy? I'm snuggled up to my desk and large display screen, with the gear rack about a foot or two away on one side ....I think 3 sides of reflection is killing me on this. - Clicks and pops Yea, I think that's my computer stressing out trying to manage audio and several video inputs simultaneously, I gotta sort that out or upgrade my computer - Mic? That's a AEA KU5A ribbon How close? Too close, and as I move my head between looking at display screen and the BlackLion, I'm not helping 24 bit? Yes 24/48 I've go work to do. Thanks again,

@@CaptainMoto do you have a recorder? Like a Zoom F3 or some other way to capture your voice separately? Sometimes I do that because I don’t want to pipe everything through my computer. There’s always room to improve. My own earlier videos sucked by comparison, and I’m very experienced. Just wasn’t experienced with KZbin. How about your video? What are you using to film and edit?

Woo hoo! Of all the builds I’ve done, this one was the easiest in terms of how much I had to solder (it has the least amount of parts), but it had the least beginner friendly instructions. What I mean by that is DIYRE tells you “solder the legs in, let cool, then snip the legs off as close to the solder joint as possible” Hairball says, “this part goes there”. Haha. But luckily, Mike is awesome and can help you with any questions you may have!

@ oh that’s great to know 🙏🙏🙏

@@pluginhoarder cheers! And if you do go for it, let me know what you think or if you get stuck at all.

Hey thanks so much! That one popped in my head the first time I tested my build! Haha. I appreciate the kind words!

Hahaha. I love when people recognize my Easter eggs! Thanks very much! I really love the Copper!

Hahahaha. Thanks, Mark! And yes. I LOVE DIY! It’s so empowering!

Ooh. How do you like the 73P? I still haven’t gotten my hands on one!

@@TheRecordist So far, so good. I'm using it with my MiniK67x and it's delicious. Did a TY demo on it

Hey thanks so much! And I fully agree!

Hahahaha. Beautifully said, my friend! Thanks!

Agreed!

@@TheRecordist I'm building an OPA Alice BM800 with a 34mm capsule currently.

@ now that’s awesome!

Hmm. I might do that. But it is rather easy with Soothe2. It shows them to you. They dip down as they’re coming in. Thanks so much for the kind words!

Thanks so much!

Hey thanks very much! The Stam is a good choice! Cheers!

Haha. I wish! I had to buy this guitar with my own money. I can’t imagine Fender would send me an Ultra 2 to compare. But I can try!

@@TheChromaDrone then you like the Dachman!

I ordered one last night.

Hi there. The 286s is a channel strip. You plug a mic into it and you can process your voice or instrument before it gets to your MOTU. Why did you buy the 286s?

@TheRecordist I got the motu m2, I don't know, I connected it and it doesn't sound loud for live streaming, maybe I'm doing something wrong, then I got this preamplifier, for live streaming.. Can you help me?you sound beautiful and strong, how can I achieve this result? I have motu m2, soon also dbx256s, mic I have shureMV7plus and MLX 770. I do livestreaming, you tube, tikok, I would like to sound nice. I'm doing something wrong with the motu m2!

@ are you using the MV7+ with an XLR cable or using the USB?

@TheRecordist I have used it as usb, it sounds nice but I wanted something more with xlr, motu m2 and preamplifier, am I thinking wrong?

@TheRecordist I have used it as usb, it sounds nice but I wanted something more with xlr, motu m2 and preamplifier, am I thinking wrong?

Wouldn’t that be awesome?

Of course. Less natural but more warm and comfy. Totally agree!

Exactly! I also love that!

Hahaha. You’re welcome!

I often wonder if the entertainment and mindless dumbness is too much and if I should just give the facts - boring or not. I have a lot of supporters who think I should keep doing it as I’m doing it. I HAVE decided this year to speed them up a bit. Thanks for your input!

@@TheRecordist No worries at all, I think it was just this video; I watched a few of your others and the pacing was good. I figured as someone who watches a lot of these, and as someone who found value in your video, I should speak up. Keep being you. Thanks for the reply.

Whoa! Yours is earlier than mine for some reason. I’m #217! Great mic!

@@TheRecordist woah! How is that possible? I literally ordered it after watching this video! Crazy! 😮

Oh. I’m sorry to hear that. What are you looking for specifically?

@TheRecordist I honestly think they were telling me to fix my audio settings but what you're talking about sounds like a foreign language. I would like to understand but I feel my brain smoothing over lmao

@@SomeKindaHero117 hahaha. I made this video a while ago. I just watched it again. If you know absolutely nothing about audio then this might be too much. So: 1. Make sure the room you’re in doesn’t have echos and reverb bouncing around. You can add blankets and other soft absorbent material around you to stop some of that echo. 2. Pick a distance that’s about 8 inches to a foot away from the mic and try to stay within that distance while you’re talking. 3. Keep the mic off to the side but still pointing at your mouth. This allows air to move past your mic and not INTO your mic. That’s about it!

@@TheRecordist Well shoot, I appreciate you!

@ haha. Thanks very much!

Hahaha. I know what you mean!

For miking up a choir? If so, then yes. A stereo pair would work well for this.

@TheRecordist thanx so much

Thanks!

Hey thanks very much!

Fantastic! Great cables!

Hey thanks! I made it myself! 🤓

Oh very nice! How do you like it?

Hahaha. You know it!

Woo hoo! Amazing eh? I was blown away. There’s nothing this guitar can’t do! Thanks for letting me know!

Thank you very much!

Hey there. That is not normal for the MKH50. Two things to ask you before I can assist: 1. Are you using an XLR cable (three prong) from the mic to the XLR input of the recorder? 2. Have you switched on 48v phantom power? Let me know and I can then better assist you. Thanks!

Thanks very much!

Hmm. I’m thinking mostly you should speak to the mic. 🤓 Everyone has their own preferences when it comes to mics. All is well.

@@TheRecordist I knew you would respond with that first sentence.

@@Drfresh1402 hahaha. Then you know me well!

Hahahahahaha!

Thanks for this information! I did leave that out. My mistake! I pinned your comment so that others can see it. Cheers!

@@TheRecordist Love your channel, friend!

@@devon-graves-studio-D thanks very much!

@@TheRecordist Did you, by chance, check out the video I linked? It is most enjoyable,

Been wondering for a quite while if this is a realistic solution for getting away from two mics when singing and playing guitar live. This is giving me good information and inspiration to give it a try.

Agreed!

Hahahahaha

Hahahahaha. Thanks so much! It’s been great collaborating with Mark. I think we work really well together. I was hoping people would react like you just did. Thanks for making my day!

The LA320 is warmer and has much more low end. This mic is more mid-forward. It depends on what you’re going for.

@@TheRecordist Thanks so much for replying. I am a UK based singer/songwriter/producer etc (rock leaning). Looking for my first professional grade mic for my home studio, which is pretty well treated. I'm looking for something of an all rounder and thought the tube saturation, plus the high and low roll off would make the LA320 great for this. I will mostly use the mic for vocal and acoustic guitar. I do love that modern forward vocal sound but also think vintage saturation is key. Most other instruments is in the box. Does this help? I would really appreciate your thoughts.

@@christopherrogers7729 the 320 has a lot of low end thump. It’s a tube mic, as you know, and requires warming up for a good 15 minutes to a half an hour before operating. Just like the old days. The Dachman I would say is more balanced and mid-forward. Hmm. This is a tough one. One last question. Do you have a mid-forward sharp voice like mine? Or a more rounded bassier tone - not deep, just more rounded?

Thanks. I would say more mid forward. I have definitely found it hard to tame harshness at times, but not sure if that’s also the source and mic I have been using. I have definitely felt that my vocal could do with body at times whilst trying to get the modern, clear and forward sound. When I saw your LA320 review it seemed perfect for me. The sound of that over the LA220 really stood out to me. But the appeal of an affordable U87 clone definitely grabs me too.

@ then I recommend the LA320. The quest for the U87 is more fan than fare. The DA 87i is a great mic, no doubt, but it really accentuates the mids, just like a real U87 does. The LA320 is very rounded and pleasing. Also, you’d own a tube mic!