Best Bang for Buck USB [Podcast] Mic? | Maono PM421 Microphone REVIEW & TEST

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[@abioticspy9449]

Very good review. I’ve been watching a few and I think I’m sold on the moano

[@theTechNotice]

Good choice!

[@lucky_nintendo_gaming]

Been watching your videos including this budget mic and finally ordered one! Thank you so much for testing this out.

[@romarainshopping5481]

I liked the clear review and the honesty ! Just an advice : you should perform various distance tests so we can hear how things sounds when not directly in front of the microphones (like when playing you know).

[@sevitoh5674]

This is a huge help as I begin attempting to stream and mic quality usually comes with a high price. You are a beast man, keep up the incredible and in-depth reviews

[@OProjeto14oDanCarceres]

best reviews in your channel, thank you for helping me deciding.

[@mcchoonz]

Great review. Pretty much agree with what you said about the Maono. Thank you. It’s helped with my choice of mic. I’m a novice radio presenter, and it will be a big help.

[@gasperjager]

Great review. Thanks!

[@ziegfriegk4657]

Thank you for the excellent work you do comparing the microphones. Your video was very helpful to me. I no longer have doubts to buy the PM421

[@theTechNotice]

Thank you for your kind words!

[@shane410]

how was it

[@piiyuush2001]

Just going through all your videos those are great i love it keep it up Bro

[@theTechNotice]

Thanks! :)

[@alwaysbepreparedwithjeff3245]

THANKS FOR SHARING YOUR KNOWLEDGE

[@Eric-xk4ns]

Great video got me really contemplating on getting this microphone

[@theTechNotice]

Thank you! :) If you get it you'll enjoy it!

[@Thorandor]

Thank you for this video. I had issues with MS Teams calls following the failure of my mic on my Sennheiser wireless headphones, so had to resort to the Webcam's mic. Bought the PM-421 following your review. Appreciate the time you've taken in this video

[@theTechNotice]

😉

[@shane410]

How is it?

[@idyfall6842]

Great video I already bought the moano mic and this video made me not have my doubts with this mic

[@theTechNotice]

😊

[@jeffreygatdula1321]

I have already ordered one of this and waiting to receive the item. Thanks for the review, I am so excited to test it by myself 😊😊😊😊

[@sarveshponnusamy]

How is it now?

[@hoiblij6737]

@@sarveshponnusamy I have it too, it's really nice. Very full and rich sound just like the video. Mic has a nice weight to it, and the arm and shock mount are also good quality. Of course there's a bit of self noise, but mine sounds better than the one in the video, no high pitched whine. If you can get it for 60-80 bucks I think it's a no brainer.

[@ceskateinc3255]

this is filmed so well and put together so perfectly, how the fuck does it have under 200 views

[@theTechNotice]

Thanks dude! :)

[@YL06]

Ehhh there's only like 75k views now

[@techcdrive1702]

91748 views now

[@NamanSharma-fp4or]

Very detailed and nice comparison...

[@mathnraj4885]

SE Electronics X1 im in love with this one.. would like to see more review of this one please

[@FabioCastroLlanos]

You can see here a great review, thanks

[@joefromfamilyguy507]

Cool idea keep up the great work

[@theTechNotice]

Thanks Joe! :)

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

When you say you can remove the self noise using the editing software. Which software do you use and recommend?

[@amlecciones]

Thanks, useful.

[@hiryuimajin]

The lighting is superb! Do you have a room tour or a video where you showed what lights you used! Sorry I'm new to your channel but I just wanna put it out here just in case I cant find it sooner! Awesome video and review

[@McGrathFishing]

can I run a pm420 & pm421 together on the same laptop? I read that I can't run 2 of the same mics cause it recognizes it as the same. so I bought a Maono 420 and 421....am I able to run two of the "pm421" thru the same laptop? id rather use two 421's

[@noinoman]

Great review! Would you rather choose a mic with an audio jack or a gain knob?

[@MagicFlyinPotato]

Just received my Maono PM422 and your video definitely helped me out. I making gaming videos just for fun and when I listened back my voice seemed kind of muffled. I had it at 50% gain even though had it literally 3-6 inches from my mouth but hated not seeing my keyboard. I turned up my gain and moved the mic away and to the right of me. Still not sure of proper mic placement though.

[@theTechNotice]

I found that the best place for me is when I'm max 6 inches away from the mic and the gain almost at max and then adjust the volume on the recording program. :)

[@MagicFlyinPotato]

@@theTechNotice Thanks! That is usually where I have it positioned. Using AMD Radeon Relive for my game recordings right now. I have already noticed a big difference turning up the gain. :)

[@AnirbanSur]

Is there any audio difference between pm 421 and au-04? Or its just the gain knob.

[@theTechNotice]

Good question, my instinct says no difference but have to test it to be certain 😊

[@AnirbanSur]

@@theTechNotice Thank You for Your Response. It would be great if you make a comparison video because its not available throughout KZbin and many countries have only Au-04 available in amazon and others need to be imported with high shipping cost.

[@EduardoPastorCampos]

@@theTechNotice please compare pm 421 vs au-04. thanks u

[@theoutsiderjess4869]

Maono has really improved the audio for their mic

[@mahlithebest]

I might have to buy the PM421 now great review bro.

[@theTechNotice]

Thanks! :)

[@tanmaydeshpande7129]

Probably the best review out there on Moano. Could you please tell me whether this pm 421 still has the self-noise and the whistle at lower input levels like 85 to 90%? Because it could really be annoying while recording vocals. I am thinking of buying Pm422

[@Pumauribe]

the best video about de Maono! Could you share your audio presets for that mic?, sounds very cool with that setting

[@CREEDO.]

is it a better microphone than the blue yeti and the samson g track pro

[@knox3309]

@@CREEDO. if your looking for a good microphone then get Shure SM7B, its better then blue yeti and Samson g track pro

[@_realiltjay_5696]

Just watched this and bought the pm421 great review keep it up

[@theTechNotice]

😉

[@shane410]

how is it?

[@bryanteehee682]

how is it?

[@_realiltjay_5696]

Bryan tee hee so good it’s so clear it’s unreal and everything about it is great especially the mute button and the little dial to make it louder or quieter I would definitely recommend it any day of the week

[@bryanteehee682]

@@_realiltjay_5696 oh and one more question, how much background noise doesnit pick up?

[@jpcaloyski]

how do switch from clean audio to the one with self noise? it seemed like you just clicked on your laptop. what software do you use? thank you for content like these. very helpful.

[@Santhiel]

Hey! Thank you for the great review. I'm looking for an entry level mic to record some acapella arrangements. Would recommend the Maono for singing? Thanks again!

[@SubZeroGamez]

I would suggest a dynamic cardioid microphone the best one that appeals to me is the AKG D5 however it is an xlr mic so its not plug and play like this mic is. BUT for just starting out I would say this mic can definitely do the job, but over time to get pro quality id upgrade later down the road.

[@Santhiel]

@@SubZeroGamez Thank you so much!! I'll definitely consider it.

[@ZIKOMIGO]

so what should i go for pm421 or pm422 , is it that headphone jack on pm422 useful or just a + that i'm not going to use it for my gaming channel 🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️

[@agapeministriesmx]

is there any difference in quality terms between this one and the pm401? thank you !

[@duppy9012]

i just bought the Moano PM421, the is the test you do for self noise what happens when you just stop talking? or is that with silence and turning up the DB?

[@judymontesa9872]

Great contents you have here

[@theTechNotice]

Thanks, Judy!

[@adrianaang3122]

Thank you for the review! I've been considering Maono but i'm a bit worried about it picking up background noise from fans, air-conditioning unit, etc. How do you find Maono performing with background noise and may I know if you have any tips to reduce this?

[@VinnyDoesLife]

Hello. I just got my mic and what I noticed is this... When you have on the headphones and are talking into the mic, you hear everything around you, even outside, but when you playback the recording on the computer it didn't record all of the surrounding sounds. That is a great thing.

[@Void6-]

After one hour of checking out videos and doing research on different stores, your video sold me that Maono. I had the Neweer on a tab and was unsure about it since I don't know anything about the brand or microphones. Was thinking to go for a samung g-track pro or a Blue Yeti but those were more expensive and couldn't find them with a whole kit either (plus can't go over $200 buying outside of my country without having to pay way more). had a budget of $270 for one but im glad im spending $130 on this one!

[@theTechNotice]

you made the right choice! :)

[@Acenis]

Are you reffering to american or canadian dollars because 130 is overpriced for this mic.

[@shane410]

How is it?

[@Void6-]

@@shane410 Its fine, I used equalizer APO with it which makes it decent. I would say it's not THAT good, but for the price its okay.

[@Void6-]

@@Acenis american, cause i'm from uruguay and this ships from japan

[@MysteriousBeingOfLight]

I have this one but ... no matter how much I change the settings on OBS the virtual cable sound is VERY low, can anyone help ? Thanks

[@petervasquez3278]

Please make a tutorial on how you clean your audio.

[@razvi0254]

Hello! When I connect the headphones to the microphone, I also hear the sound on the desktop, but also what I'm talking about, how could I solve this problem?

[@IPRAGA]

great vedio brother i have recently bought one

[@summerlam5224]

any ideas about their Newest microphone on Kickstarter, PD400. Thanks

[@GobhanuKorisepati]

hey where can I get the Maono audio preset?

[@ToneyFranco]

Wait so what’s better? This one or the blue yeti?

[@heylord4644]

hi how you added audio preset ?

[@danielthegeek4582]

How does the Maono compare to a Sudotack st-800?

[@Bisc9999]

how you remove the microphone sound?

[@fizi980]

Superb review and contents !

[@theTechNotice]

👍

[@fizi980]

I just bought it a moment ago MAONO PM422 .

[@silentrice7399]

Honestly not bad for a mic under $100! Definitely purchasing this mic by the link in the description, all thanks to your video

[@theTechNotice]

thanks for supporting the channel and writing a kind comment! :)

[@shane410]

How is it?

[@silentrice7399]

@@shane410 It's a great microphone, comes with everything you really need to start up. The audio quality is great for the price.

[@xavestudio4623]

noice revieww. im getting the maono for it is mid year sale. but whats the difference on pop filter over the sponge foam?

[@theTechNotice]

the sponge foam doesn't necessarily take the pops out. TBH I never use the sponge haha, just a pop filter :)

[@xavestudio4623]

@@theTechNotice will the pop filter will remove fan noise? Hahaha.

[@agvulpine]

Why does the Maono have LOADS of humming and vibrating and ringing whenever you even think about touching it or its arm, but the other 2 microphones do not have this?

[@JJproductionchannel]

Which do you think is better, the pm421 or the pm422? I can’t decide!!!

[@robnielmanalo]

Best review of Maono PM421! I do want to cover songs with my guitar. Will you recommend this kind of mic?

[@theTechNotice]

I think this would be a great start indeed!

[@robnielmanalo]

@@theTechNotice thanks mate. waiting for my Maono mic :D

[@tsunamiballejo1769]

Do I need a usb adapter to aux to plug it into my android?

[@preetgond998]

maono au 903 or maono pm422 or fifine k678 or fifine k690 which is the best??

[@niecotan2677]

Can you really hear your voice using the direct monitor from the Maono PM421?

[@SlayworldSoldier]

This guy is really underrated He makes good videos

[@theTechNotice]

👊

[@SlayworldSoldier]

Good work bro

[@chengsbond3769]

Does this mic need extra things like audio interface or mixer to work better for singing and recording karaoke songs. Thanks.

[@theTechNotice]

Not nessesary! 😊

[@keigie5729]

Please help. What's better? Maona AU PM421 or PM422?

[@veronicaperaza7031]

You look like the guy from a show I forgot the name of and tysm

[@GOATinPIC]

4:41 i thought my yt display was lagging

[@madarati8561]

sudotack st-900 vs MAONO AU-PM401 . I dont know how is better... pls

[@user-mu3wh8kx9g]

סרטון טוב שמשווה 3 סוגי מיקרופונים שונים

[@luisfontinelles5834]

Maono is really good, but this professional microphone is exceptional

[@thriftytechvlogs1929]

can you share your preset on 10:10 please? make a video about it

[@jahirsilvafigueroa2880]

Which software do you recomend to process and eliminate the white noise in the Maono PM421 while I'm on discord? :o

[@SubZeroGamez]

Try the built in option in discord called Krisp, it helps a whole lot and you don't have to download anything extra

[@mrpresident6584]

I ordered the Maono yesterday and it's coming Wednesday my ps4 gaming set up is almost done

[@epitomyofbs8268]

Do you need a splitter

[@ADLCx]

It works for ps4?

[@ajayarya9508]

Maono au pm420 vs au pm421 ?? Which one is better

[@burningfire1811]

How did you remove the mic's self noise?

[@IPRAGA]

post editing i guess

[@whiterspon573]

Maono PM 421- and electronix x1 sound totally Better then Newer something because Newer sounds so metalic :( by the way thumbs up

Which one is better Moano PM421 or fifine k678?

[@theTechNotice]

I've got some Fifine mics coming in, so stay tuned :)

[@CaptPanda]

PM421 or PM422?

[@Roux-yg1rs]

Maono take the win for me

[@jackcornwall2566]

Can anyone tell me if this mic is good to use for a 2 people podcast (with this as the only mic)?

[@haruo785]

most likely, it would work. the only downside is you have to move yourselves near the mic (5 inches for the best quality)

[@jackcornwall2566]

@@haruo785 thank you brother

[@danielshahar6703]

bought this microphone .... do I have to buy the headphones too? Or you can use any headset?

[@theTechNotice]

Any headphone will do. 🙂

[@danielshahar6703]

@@theTechNotice Thank you very much! You helped me a lot

[@arthuralcantar1589]

Sir what would you recommend? Au pm 422 or pm 421?

[@sorrai]

the au-pm422 comes with a headphone jack on it so you can adjust audio on the fly, so if that's something you're looking for, get yourself a pm-422

[@Messier_31]

what's the difference between this and the PM422?

[@LISTEDGames]

Has a jack port i believe

[@xDyrek]

How did you manage to get that quality at 10:10 ?

[@theTechNotice]

Just a simple eq & compressor & denoise.

[@screayx]

@@theTechNotice What software did you use?

[@VinnyDoesLife]

With this mic, you hear EVERYTHING around you, but when you playback the recording it doesn't record any of the surrounding noises/sounds. Minimal editing is required.

[@IPRAGA]

yes i agree have recently bought this mic my vedios are coming soo good

[@arkcgg7180]

Is the Maono PM421 a good mic for streaming?

[@theTechNotice]

Yeah.

[@nickdee24]

didn't you watch the video? lol.

[@sushmitha5560]

Hii can u clear me something like I wanna buy moano au pm421 but I have focusrite amplifier so can I connect this mic with that amplifier cuz this mic is not a 3pin mic so is it possible to connect like taht if so can u tell me howw

[@theTechNotice]

No, if it's a USB mic you don't need an audio interface, just connect it straight to your computer via USB cable. :)

[@sushmitha5560]

@@theTechNotice but if I want to get studio sound I need to use interface right? So can u tell me is it possible to connect this mic to my interface plz

[@emiel.o]

Which editing software do you recommend?

[@theTechNotice]

Audio? If mac then logic or garage band, If Windows Adobe Audition. ;)

[@emiel.o]

@@theTechNotice Oh sorry I did not mention I meant audio and video, but thanks a lot!

[@theTechNotice]

I use premiere Pro for video and audition for audio ;)

[@jennifern8765]

Does it work with Windows 10? Most USB mikes don't due to the WIN10 drivers apparently.

[@theTechNotice]

Worked for me!

[@jennifern8765]

@@theTechNotice Brilliant. Thanks!

[@Racer-M]

Just bought one👌

[@theTechNotice]

👍

[@shane410]

how is it?

[@Racer-M]

@@shane410 very good. get compliments on it but im coming from a playstation headset mic.

[@Mr.getrizzyagain]

GOD bless

[@AntonioDe-Rossi007]

You said it's great for vocals, does it stand up alright so you don't have to sit down and rap? lmao Been trying to find a usb mic and stand that isn't just for the desk .... Any suggestions anyone? Will this mic do the trick?

[@longschlongson1007]

desk mic arm should extend fully . if that's not long enough, a full size floor stand is like $20 off amazon.

[@EduardoPastorCampos]

please review Moano PM422

[@EduardoPastorCampos]

pleaseee

[@dominicpiovesan1715]

How does the AU-PM421 compare to the AU-A04?

[@theTechNotice]

I think the AU-pm421 is better, the a04 is a similar copy to neewer and other mics out there, so not sure what you're getting there 😉

[@encapsulatio]

@@theTechNotice do they have even better ones than PM421? it would be interesting to see their whole range tested and compared.

[@mrzackkygmaimgthai238]

Maono pm or samson c01 u pro ? Thank you :)

[@theTechNotice]

Haven't tried the Samson one... 🤔

[@mrzackkygmaimgthai238]

@@theTechNotice Omg You answered my question wow thank you for reply:)))))))))))))))

[@saintstudioo]

Do usb moano mic need audio interface?

[@theTechNotice]

Nope.

[@Anton-vi2lg]

Does it souns good in discord? I have seen some people complain about its discord quality.

[@theTechNotice]

Haven't tried it on discord!

[@SandlyCut]

Please test shure mv7

[@theTechNotice]

🤔

[@Staner05]

thx u help me

[@theTechNotice]

👍😉

[@jessicaparsons9283]

Dumb question: what’re your headphones plugged into?

[@wonderingsoundsrecords]

SRH840 (Headphone)

[@crazytd9536]

@@wonderingsoundsrecords she asked what it was plugged into not what the headphones are

[@sweetandsour1014]

Would you recommend this one for singing? :)

[@andre.slog2]

you didn't what the full video ?

[@kiyannacoasmr7077]

Would this be good for ASMR?

[@theTechNotice]

Yes!

[@CaptainPure]

why good device come with the high price

[@ADLCx]

Does this work for ps4 or no

[@theTechNotice]

Yeah, should work! :)

[@ADLCx]

@@theTechNotice thanks man big fan ! :) keep it up