Avantone Pro CV-12 Tube Mic Review / Test (vs. AT2020, NT1, LCT840, TF51)

[@Podcastage]

I was mistaken, this was not used on her album 1989, but it was used by Taylor Swift on her earlier albums. "With regard to his signal chains, Chapman says "I recorded Taylor's voice with an Avantone CV12, which I also used on Fearless, going into a Martech MSS10 mic pre, and then a Tube‑Tech CL1B compressor" - Source: www.soundonsound.com/people/taylor-swift-speak-now

[@MrPhins]

You've got guts. If this is your first experience with Swifties disputing every fact you state about her then I'm sorry. If you ever care to know what brand of xlr cable she used when she was 9 I'm sure they can help out. I wouldn't suggest reviewing Selena Gomez' mic stand either lol.

[@Ammarx1]

@@MrPhins Lmfao

[@bitecho2652]

you should do a review on the maono au-pm421

[@colourkim]

The UAD pre sounds 2600$ better.

[@erikarabie]

Shouldn't her vocals have a more vintage old school sound vs the digital sterilized sound?

[@jerrymckenzie6205]

I asked Taylor about this and she said that she just "liked it because it was red".

[@applecrazy1]

Lmao

[@therandomofrandom9152]

You know Taylor swift?

[@ndavies8]

Deep

[@kamallb4650]

She gave an ester egg for her future RED re-recording. ☠️☠️

[@fashionlife5348]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@osvaldodomingos9041]

The box throw is litterally the best part of my week.

[@gyozakeynsianism]

Did it hit the ceiling?? And I'm still waiting for a carrying case throw. Bandrew doesn't have the guts!

[@osvaldodomingos9041]

@@gyozakeynsianism oh yeah, i would want to see that too LOL.

[@applecrazy1]

This mic or tlm 103 ?

[@osvaldodomingos9041]

@@applecrazy1 every one.

[@em00k]

I'm not even in the market for a new microphone yet still watch these.

[@prodigalus]

get the Rode NT1-A. also, stop it. you should be ashamed of yourself.

[@saintmora]

I had this mic before. My power supply actually had an extremely loose input and output XLR outputs AND the polar pattern selector didn't click into place per pattern. Good to know we're getting some good ♫ QA in The USA ♫

[@applecrazy1]

This mic or tlm 103 ?

[@2cthetruth]

Mine is rock solid. I got mine just before people found swift was using it. Increased demand = more production = poorer QA for sales sake.

[@breezyoakk]

I just bought it used, and I am having the exact same problems lol

[@CoolGreenApple]

I was utterly astounded at how much clearer the TF51 was compared to the CV12. I was listening idly until I heard the TF51 come on and I felt it in my heart

[@rollowarlin8450]

You can buy 3 CV-12's and have change for what the TF51 goes for.

[@JanelleRizal]

yeah its insanely different but $1300 of diff you would hope so

[@CoolGreenApple]

@@JanelleRizal yeah you got that right 🤯

[@WillBloodfarm]

Yes the Mic In plug is wobbly on mine too, but the selector on the front is solid. Used it to record vocals on our most recent album (death metal vocals) and it did an amazing job out the box.

[@maximeheberttalbot4505]

LCT 840!!!! How I’ve been dreaming for the day you would review it!!!

[@fasemusicx]

Hello Neumann

[@davidbrackett6282]

Neumann you wouldn’t eat broccoli if it was deep fried in chocolate sauce

[@jani11]

is this a Seinfeld reference?

[@ndavies8]

@@theexile1155 omg

[@SugaRegialdSmith]

I have this mic with upgraded tubes running it through a wa73 with a distresser comp and it sound magical. The tube change really smoothed out the already aire top end. That along with that wa73 color and the distresser comp on mild settings for tracking (no more then 3 db of gain reduction) and you got something modern sounding in the highs and vintage sounding in the mids perfect for vocals and acoustic guitar never tried it on anything else. For R&B, Pop, Emo this chain above is heaven.

[@colettebeckwith2294]

What tube did you replace it with?

[@fetusbelt6851]

changing tubes just changes amplitude not tone, do a/b test

[@iloverush123]

This may actually be the best microphone review I've ever seen, def earned a sub. My cv12 didn't have wobbly jacks, however the selector knob is starting to strip and I only ever really use it in cardioid so I just fumble it to that and leave it. The stock tube went microphonic on me about 2 months of use, but I can't really fault the mic for that. I think it's got a Westinghouse 12ax7 in it now(whatever I had laying around) and an eh12at7 did a great job at rolling off some of the high end, though I didn't really prefer it. It's a great sounding mic for the price, though using it with the singer I have been I wish I'd have gone for the warm audio u47 instead.

[@donaldmacgregor2545]

RE: Rode NT1. For every time you say "this is one of my all-time favourite mics" in a microphone review Mister Rode should send you a free sticker.

[@anonymusum]

I support that.

[@redscott7179]

i really felt the enunciation on "electret". Well done

[@efensiemusic]

ive used this ONCE, and it was a very unique yet amazing sound...

[@applecrazy1]

This mic or tlm 103 ?

[@efensiemusic]

@@applecrazy1 This one, not the tlm

[@foreversmoov102]

@@applecrazy1 tlm imo is hype… don’t get me wrong, it’s good, it’s just overhyped… definitely would take the avantone

[@espedale]

Excellent review! I own this mic and I agree with all of your comments. The shock mount is an absolute disaster. The bungees detach with even the slightest touch. I ended up super-gluing mine to the attachment points. Everyone complains about this (for years now), and yet they don’t improve it. Avantone is NOT responsive to feedback from their customers.

[@todddammit4628]

I remember reading Nathan Chapman (former TS producer/engineer) say that the CV12 Swift used was modified quite a bit. My guess is someone in Nashville who knew what they were doing turned it in to a more respectable C12 clone. My guess is that's why Avantone has the Black Lion Audio modded version of this mic now, to get you closer to what TS was really using. And I haven't seen her use that mic in a long long time. I was unaware she used it in 1989. I thought she stopped using it after she stopped working with Chapman/Big Machine.

[@Podcastage]

vocal.media/beat/why-this-microphone-was-chosen-to-record-taylor-swift-s-vocals You are damn right. I can’t find anything saying it was used on 1989. DANG NUMMIT!

[@todddammit4628]

@@Podcastage I think now days I've mostly seen them use u47's with her. Because why wouldn't you? haha

[@Podcastage]

Oh yeah of course if she has access to U47’s, I can’t imagine a reason she wouldn’t have that on the stand. One day I would love to try out the u47.

[@todddammit4628]

@@Podcastage I've used them, but never owned one. Some day though... some day...

[@theflyingsloth]

Bandrew, The CV-12 is just a slightly modified Apex 460. The actual upgraded version released by Stellar Sounds ( the CM5) is a brilliant microphone.

[@core3411]

It would be great if there were CM5 for sale anywhere.

[@audiobunny1767]

Great sounding mic, to my ears. That TF51 sounded awesome. KSM32 and LCT840 very nice as well. At 500 bucks its a great buy.

[@fetusbelt6851]

yep, ksm32 was fire on his voice

[@whittymusic]

This mic is awesome on female pop vocals especially, so maybe in future tests of vocal singing mics, test it on a good singer that is both male and female. Every mic is different for different situations and while I love your reviews, I think it would be more credible if you tested it on different genders vocally. ( I know that might make it harder to do these). Thanks for the reviews, they are helpful.

[@Kragatar]

The electric guitar actually sounds really good with that mic placement. Sounds very 90's.

[@MrDifferentTV]

Now you need to review the BlackLion Audio modded CV-12 and compare them.

[@haroldbones84]

I had both and the BLA Mod sounds way better than the original. But unfortunately I had to returned the BLA two times because of a faulty unit 🤷🏻‍♂️ I went with the tlm103 and never looked back

[@theflyingsloth]

The CV-12 is just a slightly modified Apex 460. The actual upgraded version released by Stellar Sounds (CM5) if a brilliant microphone.

[@4brotroydavis]

I wouldn't review anything that bla doesn't have listed on their site...means they know shit is trash and they gonna let retailers deal with jt

[@davidmarley8387]

blackmikemo I agree

[@tobiaszmichalik9672]

AHH, the sweet hum of an AC. A Podcastage classic

[@bw2937]

No... she used the Neumann M49 on 1989. On all the songs people have actually heard, at least....

[@kyleethekelt]

I think a comparison between this and the Rode K2 would have been very interesting indeed, both from price and quality viewpoints.

[@mind-brainstudio927]

I'd like to see the Rode NTK reviewed. Love mine and I tamed the high end by replacing the tube with a NOS Mullard CV2493 (Telefunken 6922 is good too). The NTK is often overlooked. $529 plus that NOS tube.

[@GoTellJesusSaves]

This mic has a great sound. My favorite was the MXL. The Rode and Shure were close behind.

[@Rod-Wheeler]

Great Review. This was one of the first microphones I ever bought. Up to about 30 or 40 now. I agree with your conclusion.

[@jalind1]

I have one of these. I think it's a good basic affordable CK-12 type dual element capsule mic with multiple polar patterns. Replacing the XLR-7 cable that came with it with a Gotham or Mogami cable is a must and very affordable. My pattern selector rotary switch is firm and crisp. It's got a ceramic switch body. Perhaps Avantone changed the switches in the supply build after yours was built. The two audio receptacles in mine are not the greatest. Mechanically, the XLR-7 female does not feel as secure as the XLR-3. The XLR-7 appears designed to have some lateral float built in so that its pin holes will line up with the male pins on the cable more readily as the cable shell locates into the socket. Both the XLR-3 and XLR-7 sockets are easily replaced -- they are chassis mounted and wired to the power supply PC board -- they are not edge mounted directly to the PC board. Edge mounting of sockets to a PC board is typical of inexpensive construction. It can lead to early failure of the socket connection as it accumulates connector insertion cycles and the insertion stress that places on the socket/PC board solder joints and the socket mechanicals. Wire connecting makes the sockets more easily replaced.

[@fluphybunny930]

That Neumann just sounds so nice!

[@RArecordingsRickValcon]

I own the CV-12. use it for recording rock vocals mostly. the powersupply is rock solid. I have an older model which has another type of tube which has lower gain. the newer have a 12ax7 which could be the reason it is mid forward. I've recorded the lead vocals of all the new Martyr songs with it the last year. CV-12 into a GAP pre73DLX with a mindprint envoice in the insert for the EQ and Compressor. Martyr- No Time for Goodbyes and Rais your horns, Unite are some examples.

[@lance134679]

So many mics out there! The Vanguard V13 might be a good one to review since we're on the subject of multipattern tube mics :-)

[@mcleitohc]

in the studio where i recorded "helldrinkers - you know you want it, you know you need it" we used a cv12 as a room mic for the drums, it's a really good mic

[@ArmchairRamb0]

I have a CK40. About 4 years ago, before COVID, it fell 2ft and the spring clip that holds the grills in place failed. Avantone said to send it back. Almost two years later, they finally responded to a plea to just return it as-is. I think they lost it. COVID was a hard time for everyone. In the end, they sent me a brand new one. The mic sounds GREAT, but the build quality is good, not great. My version is earlier, with 2 more switches on the back and no knob on the breakout box (which was less than half the size, and good qualify.

[@eternalfabled]

i think this was also used for lil nas x's MONTERO but I'm not sure cuz all these studio mics are like a completely different realm for me. I saw it on the behind the scenes video on his channel and was wondering what it was, such timing.

[@wolfo8559]

Another notable artist who's used this is 6lack on his album "East Atlanta Love Letter", as seen on the cover of the record !

[@GolfJulietBravo]

8:03 it's Podcastage's job to keep punk rock elite 🤘

[@noahrubio2939]

dude that lyric at 17:05 min referencing taylor was actually dope as hell.

[@MarkOakleyComics]

Is it just me, or do all these mics sound virtually identical (and really good)? I guess that's what happens when your average price is around a thousand bucks!

[@Kragatar]

Sounds great. Looks half-good... I love the hotrod red, but the grill on it looks like a Neewer, lol. I appreciate the look at the internals. I'm kind of obsessed with circuit boards, especially when there's tubes involved, lol.

[@timmypena241]

Hearing you talk about the comparisons makes me sleepy. But in a “his voice is extremely relaxing” kind of sleepy.

[@orenlevin2000]

I have a cv-12 and I love it! The power supply is very solid on mine. Definitely very bright but its my main vox mic!

[@keithgendler8727]

My old ears prefer the Shure KSM32 at the price point. OTOH, I'm a sucker for the romance of vacuum tubes (valves ;-) and this one's kinda cool. Now for the silly stuff: what is the preferred pronunciation of Avantone? I previously thought it must be along the lines of avant-garde.

[@adambensen4016]

Would love a review of the Rode NTK! Thanks for all you do!

[@Tarkov.]

I'm surprised how good it is compared to the other mics. The only one that I noticed that sounds noticeably clearer is the telefunken but wew lad that's a big price difference.

[@kholaaagain]

I ended up buying the apogee hype mic about 2 months ago. Thanks for your review on that mic. In general the built in compression gives me some complications and I wish I could have a one on one tutorial on it. Otherwise, I'll end up buying this one based on your feedback on it.

[@jabnls]

Did some extensive study on the frequency response charts. I think the engineer picked it for her because it works for her high frequency voice. I don't think it's meant to be a spoken word microphone for males especially. At first the frequency response charts look super strange. If you are a male and you get a good deal on this microphone you are definitely going to have to adjust your voice a little bit and use a thick pop filters so you can do some proximity recordings to get extra bottom from this guy. And yes, I'm sure Taylor Swift found it super cute because it matches her red lipstick

[@dksuxs4099]

Been waiting all week

[@jamesr141]

Nobody will ever make better microphone review videos than this earthling.

[@rollowarlin8450]

He's honest and that's where its at.

[@Excaidus-Metal]

Honestly, seriously, definitely... just wait and save the little extra cash for the Warm Audio WA-47. That power supply scares me, and the microphone holder looks cheap too.😳

[@BasicFilmmaker]

Huh. So you talk into the side of the mic. Good to know. 😀

[@applecrazy1]

This mic or tlm 103 ?

[@samchoate1719]

So what you’re saying is that if it sounds good it is good.

[@mytbeats]

Mine came with a different power supply, its very well build the knob sturdy and works fine the cable has no wobble at all. I had absolutely no issues and sounds great for the price

[@PJSOFT]

My copy was from their early production. The knob is very good, it clicks loud and sharp, with a very sturdy feel.

[@richscellphones]

I've noticed that almost no one on your comments didn't really mention that I just saw on Sweetwater website that you can get this now for $399 new or $319 "B" stock that this mic sounds very good for that price and that at this price...to have a multi-pattern tube in your arsenal of mics when you need an affordable mic to use for M/S mic'ing along with the Rode NT-1 on a nice preamp as the center mic ....sound really great together.

[@halcyo]

The myth that she still uses this mic is disgustingly good marketing by someone at Avantone. She used this on her DEBUT, and that’s about it. Back when her vocals sounded shrill, over-bright, and kinda cheap lol

[@rollowarlin8450]

Ha Ha. l'll bet her manager never lets her read this ! What l don't get is why would so many males want to own a mic that sounds good on a women ? Unless girls are predominately the ones who are buying this mic.

[@davidhunsdon9551]

Another great review. Would love to see you review the Rode NTK since it's another popular entry level tube mic.

[@kordianronnberg9090]

I regret not watching this movie 10 years ago, when my wife and I decided to buy this microphone. In my opinion, it has a certain analog magic in its sound, and this, apart from its color, is certainly the reason for its popularity. However, I fully agree. Both ports on my power supply move, so I break out in a cold sweat every time I have to connect something there. The microphone is huge, so you really need to think about a decent tripod, and controlling its angle and height is difficult. Its positive features, such as sensitivity, may also be a problem in home conditions (it records a lot of room reverberation, but can also react acoustically to electromagnetic interference, squeaking like a nasty mosquito). This pleasing saturation in the high tones can also be difficult to control in the mix (eq, de-esser, etc.). I'm ashamed to admit it, because the CV12 has a very noble sound, but as a result, when I wanted to record something quickly, I was more willing to use the mxl 990 (less room reverberation, sharp sibilants, but it naturally stuck out in the mix of female vocals, and it always turned out to be easier for processing), or even Shure SM57, while the cv 12 rested proudly in the closet. I definitely do not recommend it as the first condenser microphone for home recording, but rather for people who already have a more universal microphone and are seduced by its sparkling analog sound. Great review as always!

[@DanielBergonzoni]

I wasn't really familiar with Avantone as a brand until today and I think it sounds awesome in this video!

[@Podcastage]

Yeah they're not as well known as many other brands. But thank you for watching!

[@jamesgangwer4951]

This is exactly the same mic and power supply as the Apex 460B. You can google Apex 460B and see the insides. There are several companies that get their names on these mics. Telefunken USA, Nady, Apex, Avantone and many more. The Chinese factory will make this and other mics with what ever you want on it. I got one and made a a C-12 out of it by replacing the tube, transformer and capsule. I built a copy of the C-12 circuit on breadboards and replaced the cheap Chinese XLR connector with a switchcraft one that had better pins. The power supply pattern control was very clunky but I did not replace that but it was a favorite of the engineers at Fantasy Studios. I think Journey may have used it but I can’t remember.

[@potatorigs2155]

im glad im not the only one that's is aware of this people need to do some research

[@EmoEmu]

So why did they actually use this one? Taylor Swift: "Ooooo I want the red one!"

[@kesamek8537]

Great video. I find the sound of this microphone to be 'small'. Maybe some people find it easy to mix as a result, and of course individual voices suit all sorts of different microphones. But yeah it seems to make a somewhat constricted sound to me that I don't love.

[@ironkot01]

Ok be honest did yall also kinda expect him to sound like taylor swift in some inexplicable way?

[@yobhsiFehT]

Have a thousand people suggested you try the Black Lion Audio version of this mic yet? I'm sure at LEAST the power supply issue is taken care of there...

[@PhillipPresswood]

What's funny is I use a lot of these mics on the same track - the Avantone CV12, the KSM32, the NT1 (and a DPA 4041 for lead) to give the multitracked vocals a lot of texture. They have some similar sonic qualities but are obviously different enough to provide interesting depth. Since I record 80-100 vocal tracks (or more) per song, I need a super clear but not over-crunchy or muddy. The Avantone is a good all-around mic too.

[@Leo9ine]

How are you managing to fit 100 vocal tracks in a song?? Honest question

[@kennethbailey7105]

I was debating about getting either the Avantone or the Lewitt LCT 840... (still anxiously waiting for the Lewitt LCT 840 full review) now I must wait 😰

[@cresshead]

the lewitt looks nice :) i think paul henning uses that on his campaign like clockwork album production on YT

[@kennethbailey7105]

@@cresshead agreed

[@rnbyido]

I have the cv12 and I also got the LCT 840 I sent that back after comparing them both...cv12 for pop and rnb/rap vocals was clear winner

[@JonathanWesleyMusic]

Yes my CV12 power supply also has those loose knobs! But the sad part is that Im getting a lot of noise/crackle.. probably a bad tube..

[@YomalSenanayakeMusic]

As I remember this was used when Taylor was working with Chapman for her Country albums... Nice mic btw...

[@Podcastage]

Thanks for the additional information, it's great to have.

[@meatbyproducts]

I have had one of these for a few years and it might be over kill for VO work but damn I love it.

[@wesstarmedia]

The tf51 and avantone are very similar. GO AVANTONE! BTW, great and thorough review. 👍

[@LanceisLawson]

IMHO there are fewer and fewer great mics that stand head and shoulders above the rest. This is not a bad thing as it indicates how well modern technology and manufacturing has been able to level the playing field. Most modern mics are not degrees of better or worse but rather degrees of difference in sound character. This perhaps is because a great many different mics now have the same or very similar capsules and internals.

[@rollowarlin8450]

Well, the CV-12 comes with a not bad but cheap Chinese '67' cap. lt needs a good '12' like BLA installs and micparts recommends.

[@ernestthompson891]

Love your great mic reviews. Thank you!

[@dhortonofficial165]

this mic sounded good compared to the 1k plus tube mic but I could still hear the quality difference. the mic sounds nice though for sure. Great video as always!

[@carlosdisidoro]

hello, I rely on you for my next choices, it was good that we managed to bring ml-1microphone digital slate, thanks

[@michaelj.akaswifty]

Our favourite alien, g-day Mr Scott...absolutely marvelous presentation...as is usual

[@nerdyneedsalife8315]

Hey Bandrew, maybe you should change the tubes of the mic. To be fair, that should not excuse the mic for its faults. However, the modern version of the mic seems to use cheap tubes when even a $20 tube can be a big improvement.

[@SteveTheSuperSanchez]

Damn you had me rollin at the end of the song in this review! LOL This one was the best.

[@silashoutman7852]

I love love how long it is !

[@christopherwilliams375]

I have the CV12-BLA version. I do not have any loose I/O or knobs. The quality is outstanding. I thought your review showed that its sound quality can compete with much more expensive mics. I’ve used it to record classical guitar, and it’s outstanding.

[@jamesquinn8958]

I've heard the cv-12 compared to the u87 on singing vocals before and it was hard to hear the difference between the 2 mics. It was very subtle with a very slight edge going to the u87. The cv-12 is now only $400 and I think its amazing for the price considering the case, shockmount, polar pattern selector, and the ability to swap out the tube inside the mic if you wanna try to capture a different sound. If you wanted to go even cheaper I'm really impressed with the rode Nt1. But if I had the extra money I would go with the avantone for the extra bang for the buck.

[@HarvinderSingh-yy8th]

U87 Ai can't be beaten.

[@yourforeignlocal]

I was thinking it scaled very well in the Universal Audio comparison. Still love the NT1 though :)

[@han-dell]

On setup, Behringer Truth B3031A (plus sub), with your vocal test, I couldn't tell the difference between the CV-12 and the Lewitt, Rode, or Neumann. There was a noticeable difference between the CV-12 and the TF51, though.

[@Angelo-vb6dg]

The Telefunken TF51 sounds sooooo good

[@applecrazy1]

This mic or tlm 103 ?

[@Angelo-vb6dg]

@@applecrazy1 Depends on your voice and your purpose, but overall, I would get the tlm 103...but it's pretty expensive.

[@ElijahG98]

YO I've been waiting for an Avantone mic vid. I have their small diaphragm one for instrument recording, and like it a lot. I'm considering getting their Large Diaphragm CK-6 but the reviews seem much worse than the small or ck12. Hopefully some day you do a vids on those.

[@AngloSaxon1]

Great review, I would love to see you review the Sound Devices USBpre 2 audio interface

[@EmoEmu]

I feel like I'm paying unnecessarily for the box in the box in the box.

[@transistorradiorecords3661]

I like the sound of the Rode NT1 and the TF mic. Maybe it's the projection of the acoustic but that sounded kind of thin. The other thing I noticed which is similar in the MXL Tube mic (PS69) I own is that the tube swap may be harder than it looks. That could make a difference also. Man, the MXL Revelation 2 looks like a baseball bat. Now I am listening to your Revelation 2 review and again, that Rode NT1 beats them all (with the exception of the Nuemann u67 re-issue).

[@nickdaboii]

This or the LA-320?? Edit: please review the LA-320 I hear good stuff about it.

[@jazi5466]

YES I WANT TOO

[@applecrazy1]

This mic or tlm 103 ?

[@rylandweet7750]

I’d snag that 320 over the avantone honestly , tlm 103 is just a brutal mic for vocals

[@abyz7402]

I have this mic and had none of the issues you did with the inputs/switches on the power supply, or the size of the mic. For the money, the CV-12 sounded best to me, though I agree with you that a clipping mount system would be better. Oh, and that nasally sound is all you, bro. ;)

[@Podcastage]

Thanks for your comment sharing your experience. Appreciate it.

[@djjug-e4761]

I didn't know about polar patterns thought it was a volume knob lol rookie mistake thumbs up for the video

[@Martydove]

Hi. I’m a big fan. Thank you for the stella content as always.

[@sirnigelcogs]

I like it. I also liked the MXL. I've heard that in professional recording studios when deciding which microphone to use on the talent they line up a bunch of microphones in a semicircle, have the talent stand in the middle, and fart really loud. Then they listen to each fart and decide from there which microphone to use.

[@tarkett8529]

You may joke about that but new order did learn how to use a synth by recording farts in the studio

[@blaccouttv.3846]

Jerry she told me she liked it cause it looked like one of her favorite toys but she didn't know where to insert batteries

[@drewfaulkner2967]

would love to see you review the MXL V69 Mogami, its a tube mic the cost around 250-300, would be cool to see how it compare to this and other mics you have.

[@bardenhick2121]

I cannot fault Bandrew too much for failing to achieve a proper trajectory with such a large and un-aerodynamic box, but the fact that he hit his ceiling shows a dangerous lack of regard for the safety of himself and those around him.

[@TheSlim1]

i been waiting for this video

[@joontheintrovert]

So far I'm on that CV12 budget... but that TF51 is where it's at. The CV12 sounds thin compared to the body of the TF51.

[@tsloan2100]

Loved the sound of the Telefunken.

[@MarkBreton]

Excellent review!! I have been looking for a new mic that can work with my unique vocal tone (kinda John Elefante-ish) this is great input.

[@pianofortestudios2406]

My power supply unit is totally fine. Nothing loose or jiggly or wiggly, or... my unit is fine. I keep a flat-blade screwdriver in my kit for those threaded knobs.

[@f.sattar]

12:50 You made me laugh, you have no idea how much I needed that on that precise second. Thanks. On the other hand, were you using some kind of low cut filter for the Shure KSM32? Because I think I heard less of the AC with that one. Also, I'm understanding why you like the NT1 so much.

[@gerthinatorgaming5952]

12.47..... "Stop yourself" 🤣 I was literally scratching my ASS, I'm so so sorry 🤣🤣 Awesome content as per usual bud

[@mananddogphotography3866]

I heard Taylor Swifts power box had built in auto-tune as well.