Best Budget Dynamic Microphones | Which One Is Better? | Fifine AM8 Or Maono PD200X

[@RicecubeVR]

This guy looks like he could beat someone in a fight, but also looks like a very nice dad, and I love it!

[@TekToyzGaming]

😂 thanks. I know my way around a little in the ring.

[@RicecubeVR]

@@TekToyzGaming No problem! you look like you would lol, also thanks to your video I think I am gonna buy the Maono PD200X to start PC content creation!

[@TekToyzGaming]

@@RicecubeVR it’s a good sounding mic. I think you will like it. Also has the Maono link app to improve it further over usb.

[@RicecubeVR]

@@TekToyzGaming good to know! I'll download that because I was planning on using USB

[@JestarosAlter]

Can I connect both the usb type c and the xlr on. The maono mic or does XLR CABLE work still for the leds?

[@TekToyzGaming]

You can connect both and both will work. You need usb for the RGB lighting.

[@ChristopherKaltSrVideos]

Great job on the video brother. Very interesting. I own both of these mics and love them. FYI, when you test for "Ssss" it's actually called a sibilance test, not hissing.

[@Musaddique_MMALI]

Hi I am looking for a mic for streaming. Which microphone will be better suited? Fifine A8($49), AM8($64) and Maono PD200X($51)

[@TekToyzGaming]

@@Musaddique_MMALI I think the Am8 or the pd200x for their flexibility. If you plan to use usb only and a noise suppressor could use the a8 for bigger pickup.

[@حسینزارعی-ز2ح]

Hello, good time, I wanted to know your opinion about the whole brand of fifine and maono, which one is better?

[@TekToyzGaming]

@@حسینزارعی-ز2ح they both offer good budget options. Some things I like from both camps. Can’t really say which is better yet.

[@حسینزارعی-ز2ح]

thanks What do you recommend for the equivalent of the pm422 microphone in the maono brand and in the fifine brand?

[@CODGOD303]

that denoise was huge. it immediatly sounded much better

[@TekToyzGaming]

Yea that deniose is a game changer. I use it a lot.

[@Outist]

7:22 I don't understand why you and other KZbinrs consistently mention that microphone has an issue when a dynamic mic requires you to speak up close for sound capture. The primary feature and the whole purpose of a dynamic microphone is that it only captures vocals effectively when used in very close proximity to the capsule. If a dynamic microphone picks up sound from even 3 foots away, it is no longer functioning as a dynamic microphone, but rather may be considered a toy for kids or could be categorized as a condenser microphone with a cardioid pattern. I understand that these are very affordable products, but why do companies label them as dynamic microphones if they don't function like the real deal or come close to their intended purpose? It seems like the true meaning of "dynamic" has been compromised by these lower-tier microphone manufacturers. What's disheartening is that professional audio experts like you, sir, aren't addressing this issue. Instead, all KZbinrs in the audio niche seem to overlook it, possibly due to receiving these products for free or creating enticing videos to encourage people to purchase using their affiliate links. I love your videos and would appreciate your feedback on my perspective.

[@TekToyzGaming]

Thanks for your perspective on this. These are the views that really foster conversation and growth. You make a couple of good points and do appear to have some insight on this topic. An 'issue' with fall-off is not the right description, it's just the way they're physically built and not what the use case is intended for. You are correct Companies 'label' them as dynamic because that's just the way the hardware is built internally - its just in the way it converts sound into electrical signals. For the am8 or pd200x there isn't a different technology inside. They still use electromagnetism to convert sound vibrations. Whether the quality and material of the build is not as exotic or meticulous as higher end dynamic mics, this does not make them any less 'dynamic' as that refers to the technology and not the quality. That means a dynamic function is their intended purpose. A transmission in a Bugatti and in a Honda Civic is still transmission tech, though one is obviously lower tier. With that said, there is really no 'issue' that is not being addressed here. So don't be disheartened. If there is some work-around dynamic technology that lower-tier manufactures are using? Please let us know if there is. What microphone tech do you use on your channel? Asking as I checked some of your recent videos and cannot distinguish. It sounds like you're using a shotgun mic or a laptop internal mic. Apologies, but it doesn't sound very good. I would think your audio is up to spec with your level of insights on audio tech.

[@Blodie3]

what denoise are you using for the test? great video btw

[@TekToyzGaming]

Thanks for the feedback. So I’m using the noise filter option in OBS. I apply it to the mixer and in turn it applies to both mics.

[@oogbigworm]

Yes sir, been waiting for this video. Thank you!

[@TekToyzGaming]

👍🏽 hope this is helpful.

[@DivineFast]

If I wanted to express my bass in my voice, how good a choice would a PD200X microphone be?

[@TekToyzGaming]

@@DivineFast it has a pretty decent low end. I would say the same as the am8 here.

[@Thatperfectpick]

Powering the mic while using the XLR I was warned not to do. I'm happy to see you with it powered by the USB while using the XLR.

[@TekToyzGaming]

@@Thatperfectpick yea I’ve researched that the usb connected while using xlr at the same time ‘can’ cause line noise or something like that. I have not gotten that problem yet. Don’t even hear any difference together or separate. Maybe one day it will happen 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@TheMuffinCaptain]

Dude your content is amazing. Keep grinding for that KZbin growth.

[@TekToyzGaming]

@@TheMuffinCaptain thanks much appreciated. Yea it’s def a grind.

[@johnpaulbalmaceda6672]

Hi , I am a person who likes to record my Acoustic guitar and voice for singing, which one is best? for playing Instrumental and vocal singing. Thank you

[@TekToyzGaming]

@@johnpaulbalmaceda6672 I think the pd200x may have a slight advantage here for this. More dynamic range and is a 24bit mic.

[@Horcruxify]

I believe you ranked the PD200X higher than the Fifine K688 - have your thoughts changed on PD200X vs. AM8? are they still pretty much the same?

[@TekToyzGaming]

Yea still the same. If my pd400x broke today I would go back to the pd200x

[@moykun5643]

​@@TekToyzGamingit the rank based on usb or xlr

[@TekToyzGaming]

@@moykun5643 I think for both. Especially with being able to apply some eq with the Maono link app via usb.

[@fearlessgamer95]

I hear a lot of static during the XLR comparison test for both

[@TekToyzGaming]

I hear it only in the xlr noise cancellation portion. My room is an extreme example with electronics, fan wind and HVAC system. It leaks through when I talk even with noise cancellation on. I need to move lol.

[@noelgourdin81]

It’s most likely from having the USB hooked up while using the PD200X on XLR.

[@rag3r17]

Hello. I just want to ask, I have USB C to 3.5mm TRRS jack. Do you this setup will work? USB C mic -> USB C to 3.5mm TRRS jack -> DAC/amp. Thank you

[@TekToyzGaming]

Hello and thanks for the question. This is questionable. I have tried that very same thing with a couple of mixers and it didn’t work. usbc requires data communication (drivers) as well as a power source to work. 3.5mm throughput can’t provide that.

[@rag3r17]

@@TekToyzGaming Hmmm... Okay. I was planning to buy AM8 and use it with my Play! 4 DAC (with a splitter). Guess that won't work. Thanks for the info!

[@moykun5643]

Which one do i get for gaming help 😭😭 both are same price in my country i want to use it for streaming and gaming with usb help please anyone i have a normal voice not too deep and not too high either

[@TekToyzGaming]

@@moykun5643 I think you will be fine with either. The am8 is a bit bigger and made of plastic. The pd200x is metal and has clicky buttons. Sound on both are good.

[@moykun5643]

@@TekToyzGaming i dont have xlr i will only use usb mode so which one is good for plug in and play

[@TekToyzGaming]

@@moykun5643 I think the AM8 is a good choice for that. Works well with just plug n play.

[@moykun5643]

@@TekToyzGaming what if i use obs eq ot the maono link software will am8 still be better than it?

[@TekToyzGaming]

@@moykun5643 you’ll have to experiment and see which one is better.

[@CODGOD303]

does anyone know if the fifine xlr audio interface has a denoise button too

[@TekToyzGaming]

if you're referring to the fifine sc3, it doesn't unfortunately.

[@JamesLuna11-14]

Bought PD200x for 50USD im so happy thanks for your review

[@TekToyzGaming]

Nice 👍 and good price. Let us know what you think of it.

[@JamesLuna11-14]

@@TekToyzGaming my clients are happy with my voice over projects and i'm using this mic

[@TekToyzGaming]

@@JamesLuna11-14 oh that’s awesome! Yea this is a good option for voice overs. Glad I could help 👍🏽

[@vedukz2173]

​@@JamesLuna11-14 Hi which boomarm would go along with it?

[@moykun5643]

Do u use it raw or use some eq and with usb or xlr please reply

[@RustysAdventures]

Gazillion videos later, I still can't decide which to pick lol. Nice comparison though.

[@TekToyzGaming]

🤣don’t get caught in analysis paralysis. Pick one, try it for a week or so. Don’t like it return it. Just have a top 2 or 3.

[@ChristopherKaltSrVideos]

Buy both! I did. LOL

[@RustysAdventures]

haha awesome. I went with Maono finally. Loving it a lot@@ChristopherKaltSrVideos

[@timobllscn3954]

Am I right, that there is a noise floor on both? Or is it just your fans? From your review I would prefer the sound of the PD200X but in a review of a german youtube he was very annoyed of the noise floor.

[@TekToyzGaming]

I haven’t tried a mic that doesn’t have a noise floor yet. Some just have higher or lower floors than others. The pd200x is 24bit bit does have more pronounced frequencies on the high end. The am8 has an 80db signal to noise ratio. I don’t know what the pd200x is currently. Either way, in my demo the pd200x had better noise rejection than the am8 via usb.

[@timobllscn3954]

@@TekToyzGaming thank you very much for your assessment!

[@Sliced_strings]

which one good for vocal recording, and for maybe some VC singing with the guitar?

[@TekToyzGaming]

I think these are both good for vocal recordings. If I had to choose which works for guitar recording I would say the AM8. It has better gain/pickup.

[@EarnAmber]

Whether to use 48v pantom power in this both mic or not

[@TekToyzGaming]

Both of these mics don’t require phantom power. They get their full potential without it.

[@Ryns1893]

just wondering, is the k688 really sounds better than both of em or it's just a joke? xd

[@TekToyzGaming]

I think both of these here sound better than the k688. Also partly depends on your voice type as well.

[@Webtalkbymukta]

I want to know who purchased it after watching this video. And please share your experience.

[@EinmarM]

Which is better? Mano dm20 or fifine am8?

[@TekToyzGaming]

Sorry somehow missed this comment. The am8 is a better mic for sure.

[@ali-fp4ry]

My voice is low, I can't speak loudly into the microphone, so I feel that "AM8" is a better option for me, what do you think sir?

[@TekToyzGaming]

The am8 here will be better for you then. Better pick up than the pd200x.

[@ali-fp4ry]

@@TekToyzGaming Thank you. I don't really have good memories of Maono. I have the "maono pm461-tr" now and it's so bad. Its volume is very low and when I increase it manually in Adobe Premiere, the sound quality decreases so much. That's why I want to travel to AM8...

[@TekToyzGaming]

@@ali-fp4ry that mic is a condenser mic. The pd200x is much better and is a dynamic mic. Currently in use the pd400x. So far the best mic I’ve used on my channel.

[@ali-fp4ry]

@@TekToyzGaming Wow, even better than sm7b?

[@DreamHope-d6s]

​@@ali-fp4ry SM7B Price Is Tooooo Much And Maono Pd200x Is much less Tough It can't beat SM7B but Still It's not a bad mic but if u can afford shure sm7b then you should definitely go for it

[@Takiscertified]

Does anyone know if I can hook up the am8 to my Astro mixamp?

[@TekToyzGaming]

The AM8 is only usb and xlr. Doesn’t look like the Astro mix has either of these. Using adapters most likely will not work. I tried using and adapter to another mixer with the am8 and did not work.

[@nawalnautiyal6252]

hey, great review! i have asked other youtubers for their recommendation as i need a great quality mic in budget for voice overs and casual singing sometimes, so i asked them pd200x vs am8. and they said am8, but it seems to me as if in pd200x the voice sounds very "nasal" and am8 sounds as if u have congested throat from cold. i dont care about other features like rgb or button, i just wanna know which sounds better and has better noise cancellation?

[@TekToyzGaming]

Hey thanks for the visit here. So for me the pd200x is better in terms of audio quality. I didn't demonstrate in this video how you can improve the pd200x sound with the Maono Link app. This was just an out of box comparison. And with the app you can improve the audio even more. There is a 10 band EQ to work with. Also the pd200x has much better noise rejection.

[@nawalnautiyal6252]

@@TekToyzGaming thank u. since it has better noise rejection. i guess i'll go with pd200x. plus i hope i dont nasal in it, lol

[@TekToyzGaming]

@@nawalnautiyal6252 Be sure to use the maono link app with it. free to download and use.

[@Ryns1893]

what if i wanna scream with less clipping?

[@TekToyzGaming]

Probably most mics will clip. It’s all about setting you gain, limiters and compression properly where you are able to. That’s why I like using OBS as these can be set and remain active while the app is running. Also the Maono link for the pd200x includes limiter and compressor option.

[@Robotti18]

A direct question, which one do you prefer, imagine it’s gonna be a gift for you, choose one

[@TekToyzGaming]

Nice way to pose that question. Fifine AM8. The clicky buttons of the pd200x got to me.

[@Robotti18]

@@TekToyzGaming I imagine the “clicky buttons” fact dissapear when you are just recording and audiobook for example right?

[@Robotti18]

That’s actually what I want it for the more, to record audiobooks, you think is the pd200x good for that?

[@TekToyzGaming]

@@Robotti18 I think both of these are good for that actually. Especially in xlr mode.

[@TekToyzGaming]

@@Robotti18 if you don’t need to press mute or change monitoring properties while recording then the clicks are less important.

[@saditudev2]

not sure if youll see this comment but during some of your last comparisons, specifically the am8 vs the a8, i was wondering how you were doing the noise cancellation and what settings you may have used or programs that you may have used.

[@TekToyzGaming]

I try to keep up with the comments 😀. For noise cancellation I used the basic noise cancellation feature built into OBS Studio. That’s it. Outside of that no other programs. No special settings either.

[@saditudev2]

@@TekToyzGaming Thanks! do you happen to have any live noise cancellation software that you could recommend? (For non streaming or recording)

[@TekToyzGaming]

@@saditudev2 I would say go free first with audacity. You can use this for that purpose. Just look up how it works 👍🏽

[@RetroBigCat75]

I've FiFine AM8 almost a year. It's great for what it does. I'm on the fence towards Maono PD200X (not sure if it's going to be my final microphone) due to read few reviews (Amazon) about needing an third party software (VoiceMeeeter) for basic functionality. Great video.

[@TekToyzGaming]

@@RetroBigCat75 you can also use the Maono link software for adjusting things like eq and compression. I don’t think the jump from the am8 to the pd200x is an upgrade though. It’s more of a lateral move. The pd400x is a much better upgrade.

[@RetroBigCat75]

@@TekToyzGaming Oh, okay. Thank you for the information. I'm still going to get PD400X in the future (unless Amazon has an great deal that I can't refuse).

[@epespatso]

your videos so good man

[@TekToyzGaming]

Thanks appreciate the support 👍🏽

[@_ZANE7x]

Using USB What microphone should I buy: Fifine AM8 or Maono PD200X?

[@TekToyzGaming]

I think you can get better audio with the PD200X, especially with EQ features with the Maono Link App.

[@newnakarin]

I'm a man with a slightly high-pitched voice. Which one do you recommend?

[@TekToyzGaming]

Of these 2 I would say the am8. But probably the k688 is better than both for your voice.

[@bergdk237]

Been looking to replace my Blue Yeti, without breaking the bank. Ended up ordering the PD200X white, since it was the only one i could find in stock atm. But the fact that most Reviews slight favorites the PD200X, that it runs at 24 bit, and has software, and it is cheaper here where i live, to me is a win!😄

[@TekToyzGaming]

@@bergdk237 yea have to agree. And if you can get it cheaper. No brainer.

[@zsban]

The highs in the PD200X are a bit much. Sometimes it comes across like a sharp knife, almost hurting my ears - I have a feeling I'd get ear fatigue sooner listening to PD200X than to AM8. This extra brigthness gives it more airiness/presence though, the AM8 sounds much more in your face (probably can be fixed with positioning it further away slightly). Hard to decide, but I'd go with the AM8 for sound, and the silent, capacitive buttons, and requiring less gain are also a plus for me (people with cheaper audio interface can run it through XLR with less preamp noise). Edit: forgot to add, that both mics seem to open up via XLR, so I'd only run them through USB-C if absolutely have no other option.

[@TekToyzGaming]

Thanks for that. This is good insight for others to see. For both I end up subduing the high ends in post, just a little more on the pd200x. I think I just really like that airiness/presence a lot. If they make a version of it with touch capacitive buttons I will be first to market on it. Or if they make a smaller am8 with a shock mount same reaction.

[@GachaCafes]

i do think it depends on your voice yes. i got the pd200x and honestly i would pay double the price for this mic. i was scared it would not suit my voice but it's well.

[@TekToyzGaming]

@@GachaCafes thanks for that feedback.

[@GachaCafes]

@@TekToyzGaming videos are getting better. no body did a video with hyperx solo cast and this mic. so consider it.

[@TekToyzGaming]

@@GachaCafes thanks for feedback. The solocast? I’ve done dynamic vs condenser before. It’s sort of an apples to oranges sorta comparison but doable. They have different technologies internally and do a little bit of different things as a result.

[@phucth91]

The Maono's price is almost twice compared to the Fifine on Aliexpress, so...

[@tunezman]

Strange.. The Maono one costs 10 dollars cheaper than the Fifine one in my country

[@TekToyzGaming]

@tunezman over all it varies. Gotta check your region prices.

[@jay-oni]

Hello! I've bought the PD200X after watching your video. Really informative. Great job! And what webcam model are you currently using right now?

[@TekToyzGaming]

@@jay-oni thanks for the feedback. I am using a canon dslr camera for the recordings of these videos. I also recently started using the EMEET s800 webcam. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hV6UdYx3eNZ3g5Y

[@SpookyRamen]

Both sound great but to me the pd200x sounds a bit better.

[@TekToyzGaming]

Ok then you heard what I heard👍🏽

[@pusing010492]

maono pd100u or maono dm20

[@TekToyzGaming]

@@pusing010492 gotta go with the pd200x.

[@pusing010492]

i just buy my pd100u for 39 usd@@TekToyzGaming

[@thepauloapo]

AM8 has less of papery cheap mic tone, but to each his own

[@TekToyzGaming]

Do you mean to say the pd200x sounds like cheap paper? Like stationary from dollar tree? 😂

[@thepauloapo]

@@TekToyzGaming No, just average

[@TekToyzGaming]

@@thepauloapo yea its definitely budget. Just a way to save and have ok audio unless you got the bank for those $200+ mics. Even with expensive mics you’ll find yourself post eq’ing a bit.

[@Athiril]

AM8 better with denoise, on headphones you can hear the noise every time you speak, but not in the AM8

[@AkshatSharmaa-ww9uh]

Parcel Me the Maono Auem100 I have the Pd200x😂😂. It'll help in my content

[@TekToyzGaming]

lol unfortunately for you that’s my favorite mixer at the moment. You’d probably be fine with the Fifine sc3 or Maono c2 Neo if you’re just using 1 mic.

[@AkshatSharmaa-ww9uh]

@@TekToyzGaming Doesn't Have Any Budget Mixer with Denoice Feature??

[@TekToyzGaming]

@@AkshatSharmaa-ww9uh the c2 Neo is budget and has denoise.

[@AkshatSharmaa-ww9uh]

Parcel me the Maono Auem100 I have the Pd200x😂😂

[@ima_designer_99]

please don't play background music while testing microphones!! it sucks...

[@TekToyzGaming]

@@ima_designer_99 glad to see there are others passionate about mics. During the ‘actual’ audio demo or comparisons I don’t play background music. But if you don’t like music at all in these types of videos that’s a personal preference. Or perhaps you just don’t like the music type. Also a personal preference. Haven’t really heard from anyone just yet say that’s it’s distracting where it counts🤷🏽‍♂️