Best BUDGET Mic Tier List 2024! (Fifine A8, Fifine Tank 3, Fifine K688, Fifine AM8, Maono PD200x)

[@__Mujina__]

Tier List w/ Timestamps S -Tier 08:50 Fifine K669d 07:20 Fifine AM8 08:01 Maono PD400x 09:36 Fifine Tank 3 10:43 Feelworld PM1 06:18 Fifine K688 06:44 Maono PD200x A-Tier 03:28 Maono PD100 04:33 Fifine A6V 05:21 Fifine A8 05:54 Maono DGM20 B-Tier 01:24 Maono DM30 02:05 Behringer XM8500 05:31 Fifine A8 Plus C-Tier 00:10 Fifine K669b 00:43 Fifine K658 D-Tier 02:48 BM800

[@AaronOverEverything]

this video is 100% legit, and reliable, for the fact that the first mic that was put on S level is the K688.. other than how light it is, that mic is comparable sound quality to mice upward $400-$700.. and the PD400x is insanely clean as well...?sidebar? if the Tank 3 had the exact same sound as the K688, with the same build quality, it'd EASILY be the KING out of the bunch , alongside the PD400X... GREAT LIST, & SPOT ON. SUBSCRIBED!

[@ayushoinam483]

what would u recommend between the pd200x and the fduce sl40x for a usb only use case?

[@alfredolopez1396]

I got the fifine am8t a few months ago. It's the am8 but comes with a boom arm instead of a stand. I love it, I bought it cause the mic on my gaming headset crapped out.

[@Zoltz298]

Hii!! Thanks For your videos, I bought the fifine AM8 after watching your video. Can't afford to buy newer one's every year so took my time researching about it, found your video so helpful.♥

[@TonySosa07]

Hello bro I‘m between AM8 and pd200x Witch one should i buy

[@johnlouiepamintuan7295]

I was stuck between getting the fifine k688 and pd200x but when you said it''s better for the deeper voices, that's it. 13th month pay here we goooo. I just want an upgrade because I have the maonocaster ame2 bundle condenser mic. Thanks for this.

[@shahrulrdy6843]

Might getting either Fifine A6V or Maono DGM20. What would you suggest?

[@gamen8815]

Do you have opinion about the FIFINE T669? In my country it seems the best option because there are no stores where I can buy K669d or k688. I would use it with my laptop for sales calls and gaming. Thanks for the answer

[@OCReiven]

I was almost about to skip the part you talk about FIFINE A8 but I am SO GLAD that I didn't do such a thing cause it caught my eye SO MUCH and I will definitely buy the A8 SOON, thanks a lot for the video sir 🔥🔥

[@tubarao_]

THE BEST content i ever seen about mics this entire year. Thanks Dave

[@DaveSoltura]

You made my day! Thank you for this comment! 😁

[@deko00]

hey man! I've been looking for a mic for my pc, as until now i've been using my phone's microphone. I just play games and talk on Discord, and i may wanna try taking up streaming with my friends eventually. I unfortunately cannot afford to get a whole XLR setup. What do you think i should go for in this list? I was looking at the Maono GamerWave and the Fifine MI1 before getting to this video, but I really don't know anything about mics. I looked up some sound tests for cheap microphones but nothing really made me decide.. my environment is a bit noisy as it has been a truly hot summer here (40°, 50% humidity) so i just have my fan pointed towards me, and winter gets cold so i usually have a heater on... so some kind of noise cancellation would be nice.

[@kwertie133]

Hi, I'm in a similar situation and very unsure on what to get too, did you make any decision?

[@deko00]

@@kwertie133 ended up getting the Maono DGM20s, s stands for the version with a mic arm. its nice, doesn't sound bad though you may wanna use a little bit of EQ. but if you're in a noisy environment, which i am, that's what you need

[@kwertie133]

@@deko00 that's a condenser microphone tho, they tend to have worse "noise cancellation" than dynamic mics - but hey if that works for you that's wonderful

[@cadenceenglish]

Saved me hours of time, thanks a bunch mate. Just what i was looking for

[@swifty7374]

Ive been deep diving your videos for awhile trying to decide what to get, I think Im confident with the K688 the AM8 is super close and really the only thought still weighing me down. AM8 has that nice clearness to it but lacks in that warmer tone that the K688 has especially paired with the SC1 Thank you so much for all of the videos you have been a big help!!

[@DaveSoltura]

I’m glad to have helped!

[@z0xy4]

Im curious what do you think about Sennheiser B20 mic. When it came out it was 200$ RSMP. Since EPOS is no longer avaiable I was able to find a brand new B20 for less then 40$, is it a worth a buy?

[@rakibulsaad6568]

Where would you place the fduce sl40?

[@kennethrixz1163]

Hi Dave! New subscriber here hehe Love this content of yours. Little by little I’m learning about this youtube stuffs and now I think I need a decent microphone. Can you suggest a budget microphone for me? Will be mainly use in voiceovers, streaming, discord and meetings. Planning to buy one this upcoming 12.12 sale in lazada budget is below P4k pesos. Thanks in advance!

[@DaveSoltura]

Thanks for the sub! For that budget, try to go with the Fifine K688 if you can find it at that price. If not, the AM8 is great, too!

[@kennethrixz1163]

@@DaveSolturaThanks for the reply, appreciate it!

[@Ryzn322]

Great video! What about the Maono PD100X where would you rank that?

[@antre_du_retro]

The AM8 is a really nice mic for its price. I love the fact that it is a USB/XLR because that means if i ever upgrade my setup i'll keep it as a portable USB mic for my phone.

[@DaveSoltura]

Exactly one of its main benefits!

[@alwynnienaber9021]

I can't decide between the K688, AM8 and PD400x. They all cost roughly the same where I stay... The only outlier for me is the PD100 which is REALLY cheap here in South Africa. I'm also considering the PodMic from Rode as that costs roughly the same here too... I already have a Focusrite interface for XLR so USB isn't necessarily a need but I'd like to still be able to use USB on the mic. Any advice? PS I am replacing my Samson Meteor and Fifine A6V as I prefer using Dynamic mics for my Voice overs.

[@DaveSoltura]

@@alwynnienaber9021 Considet the Blue ember, which is a $99 now priced $54 on Amazon! Condenser clarity, but fullness of a dynamic. Sounds like it was EQd already and podcast ready. PD400x is still a great option. Larger than AM8 or K688.

[@-abdulelah51]

I loved including the build quality in the comparison but not to the point making it more important than the actual sound quality! I prefer sound quality over the build quality which AM8 represents

[@DaveSoltura]

Thanks for sharing! I do prefer the AM8 over the K669d sound-wise! This is why I mention that I ranked them in terms of getting a great deal. The K669 isn’t too far behind the AM8 sound-wise and even offers better plosive rejection. But the AM8 sounds better, in my opinion! You chose a great mic that meets your needs.

[@zxcjay]

Hi again, Dave! I'm currently using the A6v and considering an upgrade to the K669d. Do you think it's worth it?

[@DaveSoltura]

For sound quality, it wouldn't be worth it. If you're doing it to solve the problem of capturing too much noise in your room, then yes, it's worth it!

[@hghuy5086]

Which one is better in sound quality between Maono dp200x and Hyperx quadcast? would you explain it to me please

[@sharemarkethacks4493]

please reply which one is better maono pd100x or pd 200x??

[@DaveSoltura]

My PD100x hasn’t arrived yet. Will compare!

[@prakharpradhan8669]

Is fifine a6v working fine? Are there any Background noise issues? Should I go with K669b or a6v?

[@DaveSoltura]

A6v if you can! Most condenser mics will have background noise concerns. If that is the main issue, consider an active noise canceling mic like the Maono DGM20 or a dynamic mic like the K688.

[@ilciclista]

Between Hyperx Solocast and Fifine Av6, In terms of audio quality, which is better?

[@ВасЯГулов]

hyperx you only pay for the brand, fifine costs 20 usd, one minus is that there is no way to turn off the backlight, but it sounds even more juicy than fifine a8

[@maisocials]

Hi, Dave! Love how informative your contents are! Looking forward to seeing more from you!

[@DaveSoltura]

Appreciate it, Mai!!

[@OppaLec]

As an owner of the fifine K658 & K688 + Maono PD200X, I agree with this ranking. ✨ But in terms of bit rate/sample rate PD200X (24-bit/48kHz) wins on this one vs the K688 (16-bit/44.1k-48kHz). 😂🫡 Surprisingly I still have use for the K658. It works when you connect it to your smartphone as long as you have an OTG adapter but I also agree that it is grainy but hey at least I don't need to setup my DAW on my laptop if I want a quick TikTok/KZbin Shorts music recording when I can just direct the mic into the piano's speakers. It's a setup time saver. 😂

[@DaveSoltura]

Sounds like a neat phone setup, Alec!! Glad you gave the K658 a new life! Also… 24-bit Fifines are in the works!😁

[@youknowwho9724]

Hello guys no idea what are the 16/24 bits, care to explain?

[@OppaLec]

@@youknowwho9724 Short answer: it gives you more editing room. If you're a musician and you're into editing audio, you capture more of the sound that you're recording and you have more control on what you want it to sound like.

[@YameSten]

Hi Dave, I found your channel when I was searching for a dynamic microphone to elevate my streaming set up. I went with the Fifine K688. I just want to ask, is it normal for the mic not to pick up my voice unless I'm directly speaking to the mic, or it's 2-4in away and directed at my mouth despite 100% gain on the dial of the mic and on Windows. I'm currently running it via USB C. Should I try using a USB 3.0 cable to check if it improves gain?

[@DaveSoltura]

Hello! This is a normal characteristic of a dynamic mic. You get great noise rejection, but you need to be near the mic. The alternative is a condenser mic, which captures your voice well from afar, but it captures more of the background. The Fifine A8 is great for that. But the K688 can still capture your sound from afar-if you use a high quality audio interface, like the Focusrite Vocaster One or 2. This is because it gives you more gain (volume) without introducing a lot of noise with it. Otherwise, to get the most out if it, you need to be close. Hope this helps!

[@YameSten]

@@DaveSoltura thanks for your input! I used to use the Fifine A6 which was a condenser mic, but I wasn't really satisfied with it since it picked up a lot of background noise, and using 3rd party noise suppression software increased my CPU usage especially when streaming. Do you think the SC1 or SC3 is a good enough audio mixer to run the K688 via XLR while giving me higher gain but still with good noise reduction? Because if not, I'm willing to save up for a better interface such as the Focusrite

[@DaveSoltura]

@@YameSten No, the gain difference won’t be noticeable. I see the SC1/SC3 as first interfaces to work with the K669d, but not to improve audio on the AM8/K688.

[@YameSten]

@@DaveSoltura Ok thank you for your input! Looking forward to a tutorial video from you talking about how to set audio stuff out for OBS or other recording software soon!

[@UvTechTips]

Hi, which would be the top 3-4mics & in what order For sound quality straight out of the mic without any postprocessing. While being used in USB mode Connected to smartphone. Thanks, you have the best videos for budget mics

[@DaveSoltura]

Working on a phone mic test in the future to answer this!

[@rulasmania]

@DaveSoltura which microphone would you recommend for someone who has a nasal voice ?? I’m looking at k688 what u think?

[@DaveSoltura]

As someone with a nasal voice myself, the K688 is a great choice!

[@yousefmaher8206]

what do you think I should go for, fifine Am8 or razer siren mini

[@DaveSoltura]

For most people, the Fifine AM8!

[@dtwo31]

can you do one based on quality? like stay withing the reasonable price range, by that I mean under $200. It would make the perfect choices for people, thanks for the vids man I ordered the PD400x the other day

[@DaveSoltura]

PD400x all the way, for most people. It’s on sale on Amazon right now at around $112, for a mic that sounds like a $300 mic even in usb mode!

[@tmanxult003]

Uhh... I wouldn't exactly say

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

I love the list. I gotta get around to doing one to with all the questions I get about the mics. 😎 very smooth

[@DaveSoltura]

Looking forward to yours, Mike!!

[@yunvalenzuela]

Sir, you might want to try Samson Q2U, a budget dynamic mic that supports both USB and XLR. K688 was my first choice but I went with this instead, paid 3K for it in Lazada (with vouchers) ...and I think it's better?

[@DaveSoltura]

Hi! The Q2u was my first usb mic ever! My concern with it is the gain range is quite weak, so it doesn’t get that loud. Do you think you’re getting sufficient volume out of it?

[@yunvalenzuela]

@@DaveSoltura Ah yeah, I think I had that problem at one point when I recorded vocals for music and I just let the effects do their thing to make my voice sound loud and I also just recorded a video for my school project using the Q2U with its USB functionality directly to my phone and I could say that it is actually pretty loud. I also bought the Teyun Q12 before, a recommendation from you, and I think I didn't notice any problem with its volume. Now I use an Arturia Minifuse 2 with it (bought cheaply with vouchers) and the quality is now even more wild for its price.

[@Amutomoto]

I did have the fifine k658 way back when they first released it cause thats the only one dynamic usb mic and very cheap to so maybe ill swap it to pd200x or tank 3? What do you think?

[@DaveSoltura]

Marginal upgrade. If you’re upgrading, might as well go for something that will last you longer. :)

[@Amutomoto]

@@DaveSoltura so should i push my budget to pd400x then? Is it more worth it? edit: NVM i just ordered it T_T

[@Unknown20488]

Hi, thank you for this comparison, I don't know which one has the better sound ! Dgm20 or a6v. I want to start making content on KZbin and this is my first mic. Can you help me to choose? Thank you very much

[@DaveSoltura]

Although I like the a6v sound by just a biiit more, the DGM20's noice cancellation will come in handy. That would be my pick!

[@JemGarcia24]

Hello! Just subscribed to your channel and Ive pretty watched your videos wanting to upgrade my maono AU-PM461TR. But I’m torn of choosing what mic i would choose and a usb type with good noise suppresion. I cant decide between AM8 or PM1. But considering the option of T669 because its much cheaper. But what is the difference of T669 and k669d?

[@DaveSoltura]

@@JemGarcia24 Am8 or PM1 for noise suppression. Can’t go wrong with either!

[@JemGarcia24]

Thank you for the recommendation!!! May i know the difference of T669 and k669d? Is it just because of the usb and xlr difference?

[@DaveSoltura]

@@JemGarcia24 t669 is condenser, k669d is dynamic. K699d has a higher ceiling for quality being xlr!

[@JemGarcia24]

@@DaveSoltura so if I consider buying SC1 as an audio interface and the K669d, its much more worth it than the AM8?

[@DaveSoltura]

@@JemGarcia24 Both of those are very close in performance. Personally I would go with the AM8 because you can use it without an interface, then add an interface later.

[@smail1066]

Hello! What would you recommend for games, Fifine A6V or Fifine AM8? In discord i could set up the noise gate and even though there will be noises when i talk, i think my voice will be louder than that. I dont plan doing any streams or video, just gaming and discord

[@DaveSoltura]

@@smail1066 am8 for better noise rejection!

[@djtoman6875]

I love that you highlighted the PD400x as your top choice and explained why. There doesn't seem to be much hype around it, perhaps because it lists for over $100, but it is truly a quality microphone. And I'm also glad to see you give due praise to the AM8. There's something about that mic that just sounds so good. I also love the looks, and the build quality isn't an issue if you just don't touch it while speaking. XLR is slightly better than USB on the AM8, with less sibilance, but for around 50 bucks the AM8 is a versatile, great sounding mic.

[@DaveSoltura]

Thank you! Yes, the PD400x is relatively pricey, but it sounds like a $300+ mic! The AM8 is still very special. Thinking about it, I may have hastily put it behind the K669d-if I had to choose between them, I’d still go with the AM8!

[@FlightyGHG]

Where would be the Maono pd100u? I mean it has 24bit/192khz, a full metal body, comes with a stand, is dynamic and costs only 45€. I would say that the pd100u is even better than the AM8. I realy enjoy your Videos. You are realy the only one that talkes about these budget mics. ❤

[@DaveSoltura]

Thank you for the kind words! I never really owned the PD100u, but a quck look at the feature set, and a quick listen would make me want to rank it a B, or Low A, in terms of value. It's a fantastic mic for the price. Though the lack of XLR expandability, and the lack of 0 latency monitoring is why I don't think it's as much of a steal. If you want to upgrade, you'd need to replace the mic entirely. If you ended up getting it, I don't think you'd be disappointed though! That's a great sounding mic at that price point! 24-bit/192 khz is also insane-- might as well be an audio interface.

[@TerriTerri-e9m]

Hey dave! I just recieved my fifine am8, it's really good, but one thing thats bothering me is when I monitor my audio, theres this buzzing/static noise that you can hear. I tried it with the headphone jack and monitoring from the pc itself? I've tried different usb cables for it (2.0) and even recorded it through an iphone and it still had that same buzzing noise. Do you think its the cable or mic? If its the cable what would you recommend to do, thank you!!!

[@DaveSoltura]

Have you tried a USB 3.0 cable? I haven't had a defective Fifine mic at the preamp level yet, but that is a possibility. Make sure to keep your phone or any other electronic devices away from the mic to reduce static. Put it on a box on your desk if you don't have a boom arm, just to create separation from possible interference.

[@TerriTerri-e9m]

@@DaveSoltura Okay, so I just need to use a usb3.0 to usb c. Hopefully it works

[@TerriTerri-e9m]

@@DaveSoltura do you think its the mic or the cord itself?

[@scanjet1000]

I want a microphone i can keep a arms length away to do sales calls with. Dont want the mic in frame. Would the am8 be okay or what do you recommend?

[@LazyGibbon]

Shotgun mics would probably be your friend but I only know of expensive ones

[@theholypeanut473]

Okay but like.. Now I have a price to performance rating but not exactly any idea which one is the best in what, like which ones would be the best options for some normal use in gaming/clipping but doesnt pick up background noise as much for example when someone barges into your room unannounced so that other parties dont hear that?

[@DaveSoltura]

@@theholypeanut473 None of these mics are perfect at that. You’ll be fine grabbing an AM8 and making sure you speak closely.

[@theholypeanut473]

@@DaveSoltura welp uh, considern I dont wanna smooch my mic when talking and dont want an annoying boom arm in my face, im probably better off keeping it at Headset mics

[@DaveSoltura]

@@theholypeanut473 Try looking into the Maono DGM20.

[@justharuka4675]

Do you think the Fifone tank 3 would be a good pick for someone who sings and voice acts professionally at the price point? My budget is around 90 dollars, and I’m leaning towards the tank 3. Id love to hear about what you have to say about it.

[@DaveSoltura]

For indie and smaller pro jobs, it’ll get the job done! Main benefit is noise rejection. The challenge is, you’ll need to be closer to get the best sound. For singing, if you like the sound, sure.👍

[@Mr_Voyager-y6j]

Hello Sir Dave! I have a question. I'm planning to buy either the Maono DM20 for 1080 pesos or the Fifine A8 for 1805 pesos. I find the Fifine a bit expensive, but I prefer its sound quality over the Maono DM20. The DM20 is okay, but I prefer the Fifine. I'll mainly use the microphone for adding vocals to my songs, occasional gaming, and for classes or meetings. Do you think the Maono DM20 would be sufficient? Also, I'm not impressed with its build quality. Huhu badly needed

[@DaveSoltura]

@@Mr_Voyager-y6j Get the A8 if possible. The benefits are worth it! But if the P800 could go into more helpful things, the DM20 is no slouch.

[@Mr_Voyager-y6j]

@@DaveSoltura would I still sound good if I use the dm20?

[@DaveSoltura]

@@Mr_Voyager-y6j I would say decent. :) It’s not a superb sound BUT it is about as good as a 5k usb mic from the 2010s. Just having a better noise floor and tone at that price is insane. Back then, you couldn’t even get a proper meeting mic for 1k. It still punches way above its weight class. PLUS you’ll enjoy having active noise canceling, which none of the mics in this tier list have!

[@Mr_Voyager-y6j]

@@DaveSoltura how about the a8?

[@inceptionsd]

Is Fifine K669B comparable with K669D?

[@DaveSoltura]

@@inceptionsd Different mic types. K669B is condenser and more sensitive to sound. But it also has high self noise, and is USB. K669D is dynamic, and is an XLR mic.

[@StrongTVph]

Hi dave, planning to buy a mic and im looking for a mic that is best with singing, mic that im looking is am8,pd200x and feelworld pm1. Which mic do you think is the top 1, 2 and 3 among that 3 mics am8,pm1,pd200x, thanks dave

[@DaveSoltura]

pm1, am8, pd200x in that order. PM1 is just very versatile and can be upgraded to an xlr setup. For sound though, I do like the A8!

[@StrongTVph]

@@DaveSoltura is it am8 or a8 mic?

[@DaveSoltura]

@@StrongTVph AM8, not A8. :) The dynamic mic.

[@StrongTVph]

@@DaveSoltura thanks dave 😊, finally got my am8, and pd200x, feelworld pm1 is on shipment, i will be reviewing the 3 mic soon, bdw dave i got a problem on AM8, when i connected am8 to my poco f3 phone, the headset monitoring got no output, but it operate as an headphone of the android phone, what i can hear is the audio media of what ever i play on the poco android device, but the mic audio is none, para syang naggng headset na pang PC na may dlwang connector sa mic and earphone, pero d ko naririnig ung boses ko sa earphone. May work around ka kaya dun kuys? Tried different type of cable type c to type c, tried the included cable tas sinalpakan ko ng adaptor from usb a to type c ganun pdn sya. Anu kaya prob netong am8 ko?

[@kiki988]

What is the alternative for fifine am8? Because in my country it's sold out

[@DaveSoltura]

@@kiki988 fifine K688!

[@kiki988]

What if in maono brand for fifine am8 alternative?​@@DaveSoltura

[@jonwidodo]

Great review! Any mic with type-C cable for macbook air?

[@DaveSoltura]

@@jonwidodo Most Maonos have a USB-A to C adapter on one end, and type C on the other end! PD400x had this.

[@freecourseplatformenglish2829]

@@DaveSoltura PD200x also has type C end.

[@jonwidodo]

@@DaveSoltura thank you!

[@Macgamingyt2]

What interface would u use bc i want to get a xlr mic or what budget mic would u recommend

[@DaveSoltura]

budget recording interface option is Arturia Minifuse 1. If livestreams and you don't do instruments, Focusrite Vocaster one.

[@Macgamingyt2]

@@DaveSoltura yea i only live stream pc games and make videos on them and was debating on the fifine am8 and the k669d and a maono mic to last me until I get my elgato dx mic and their interface

[@Macgamingyt2]

Oh i forgot to mention my current interface is the focusrite 2i2 from way back in the when the audio technica at 2035 was out

[@nrtima4841]

Hey i found out that on aliexpress with over 1000 positive ratings the k688 and the am8 are the same price45 bucks. Which one should i get. I wanna do recording streamingand other voice overs . Like TikTok and yt shorts ❤

[@DaveSoltura]

This video should help you decide! kzbin.info/www/bejne/g6bUlnudmNmVeKMsi=rxyrC9yG2F5F0qHw

[@giandenorte]

for Maono pd400x, is the desktop stand also from maono?

[@DaveSoltura]

The one that comes in the box is really short. I included to extension poles from two other Maono PD100s to form the stand. 😅

[@shi...-ld1st]

What about samson c01u pro, where would you put it in a list?

[@asustufa1515]

Hey, I've seen you reply most of the comments all though my comment is late I hope you will reply to it! I have quite normal voice I think between high- and pitched voice. If I want to sound with deeper voice (:D) which mic should I go with (plesae include fduce sl40 in your answer as well)? USB only thank you!

[@DaveSoltura]

For that, my favorite is the Maono PD400x. If it’s too pricey, I’d go with the Fifine K688! Sorry, haven’t used the fduce

[@asustufa1515]

@@DaveSoltura Yeah it's a bit pricey for me as I don't look for something pro level haha. Under 80 bucks is nice for me, I'll look into k688 thanks!

[@Priority545]

Bro earlier u told me that pd200x ( with software ) is better than am8 , but now im confused which is best for me note i only use usb because of streaming purpose and also for voice over on gameplay videos

[@DaveSoltura]

pd200x is still best with software. :) Don’t let this general ranking affect your unique situation. That’s the mic for you. Enjoy it! 😀

[@Priority545]

Thank you sir🔥

[@elanggoslav]

which better pd200x or pm1?

[@Edoair_vr]

what is ur mic

[@WMDTech]

What mic are you using there sir?

[@DaveSoltura]

@@WMDTech Hi! It’s the Maono PD400x: amzn.to/3LaJY3u (Affiliate)

[@mark.lizardo]

bro do you have recommendation for a sound application for windows?

[@DaveSoltura]

Reaper for recording! It’s a one-time fee license, and you’ll use it for years to come.

[@mark.lizardo]

@@DaveSoltura may tutorial ka on your workflow when editing sounds

[@nyatzuSneap]

Hey! What about tye fifine K669 pro1

[@backlone]

Make more of these mate!

[@DaveSoltura]

Wish I had more mics to compare!

[@The_Scarytale]

Bro for usb recording to direct laptop which mic sound best my yt topic on documentry and horrors story please suggest me for second channel 😊

[@DaveSoltura]

Sounds like a plan! The Fifine K688 for a deeper voices, and AM8 for higher pitched voices. If you can afford it, you usually can't go wrong with the Maono PD400x which sounds the best in this roundup! Take note: you have to speak 2-4 inches away from (close to) the mic.

[@The_Scarytale]

@@DaveSoltura fifine k688 is approx 120$ and am8 about 47$ in India what I buy now suggest meand maono is about 300$ in India too expensive I don't no why

[@The_Scarytale]

@@DaveSoltura sir give links of all mic please 🥺

[@DaveSoltura]

@@The_Scarytale Unfortunately the links I have are just amazon links, or Philippines-specific links... You can't go wrong with the Fifine AM8 at $47. :) On Amazon, it's more expensive right now.

[@The_Scarytale]

@@DaveSoltura so I buy fifine am8 Ok thanks for suggesting me sir love you

[@v-co]

Great video! Specially for new comers to have a clear idea on what to look for. BTW, not sure if this is intended but your voice sounds too boomy.. maybe because my headphones (Sennheiser HD560S) make it sound like that. I'm sure those using more brighter headphones wouldn't bother

[@DaveSoltura]

Thank you! Yes, I did eventually realize this was on the boomier side. Me trying to overcompensate for my scrawny voice. 🤣 There will be less, next time.

[@v-co]

@@DaveSoltura Haha your real voice is more than fine. Wish all the best to you, man and keep going strong!

[@mikejones-nd6ni]

Maono PD400x is the best budget mic when on sale. Around $110/'$125

[@DaveSoltura]

I agree! At $110, I’d give it the top spot. 😀

[@chokmane3276]

Listing the prices would help a lot

[@SpiderNickerr]

is there's another microphone that sample/bitrate goes to 96k llike the last one? i think i might buy that microphone bc of that 96khz XD but maybe there another budget microphone that has 96khz and better than this one. plss guide meTT

[@DaveSoltura]

Not sure if there's another 96khz mic, but the sE Neom goes up to 192khz!! It's practically an audio interface. A bit on the higher end of the budget range, but worth it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/p5etZH-mlJh_otU

[@SpiderNickerr]

@@DaveSoltura holy daym!!!!! But the price goes high tooXD I think 96khz is enough for me. So do you recommend the feelworld? or what I should go to. Now I’m stress about am8 or that figure that you always recommend but 96khz is better than48khz anyway right? What do you think?

[@DaveSoltura]

@@SpiderNickerr feelworld if you have the patience to edit in post. has more editing potential. fifine if you want sound out of the box. but to some, the feelworld sounds better out of the box. also great build quality

[@SpiderNickerr]

@@DaveSoltura alr now i think im gonna buy the fifine microphone bc of noise. so what you think is the best usb sound for game content and live stream?🙏🙏 i really like the design of am8 bc it just upgraded now (just watch your new vid) but what you think is the best fifine microphone now? did you changed form k688 yet?

[@ubayduddin7226]

Thanks dude, just picked up the fifine k688 after watching this.

[@DaveSoltura]

Awesome!! What did you like about it that made you choose it?

[@ubayduddin7226]

​@@DaveSolturaoriginally I was looking between the am8 and the k688 as I wanted a usb mic, so I watched your comparison video. I preferred the slightly more warm and dark sound which was the k688 over the brighter am8 sound.

[@fernweh-t6e]

Dgm20 vs dm30 vs pd100? Why? (the price is not a concern for these three)

[@lzpnda]

I got my maono DM30 with boom arm for 2,400.00 php, was it worth it po ba?

[@DaveSoltura]

Yes, worth it!😀

[@Veritas_in_Christo]

I buy K658 a year ago and I'm so proud of that mic, but i cant understand why i buy it, when I should buy K688 I think I shoud buy K688 in the future Because i've got deep voice K658 makes my voice a little bit higher

[@gugunsandiardjo3031]

I am your audience from Indonesia 🇮🇩, I am really looking forward to K669D VS PD100.

[@bl4ckr4bbit]

Just bought a pd400x for ₱5,010. Is this a good buy now or i should cancel? They also threw in a free XLR cable and MH-25 earbuds not that it matters lol

[@DaveSoltura]

That’s an excellent deal!!

[@bl4ckr4bbit]

@@DaveSoltura thanks! Looking forward to it then haha

[@mabangong.tambay]

Please do Audio Interface budget ranking please❤🎉

[@DaveSoltura]

I don’t have that many, but I could compare a few :)

[@kylefranzotida3210]

Would the BY M1000 pro be in s tier??

[@DaveSoltura]

I would say, A tier in terms of value for money. It’s a great-sounding mic with many good features, but it isn’t even USB so it needs an interface, so you have to pay much more to maximize the sound. Sound-wise, I’d say S compared to the rest in the list! It would have the best plosive rejection of all the mics on this list, thanks to the pop-filter. You never ever have to worry about plosives when using it.

[@BlindFury]

No Samson Q2U?

[@ysamuelarai]

You need to test the Zoom ZDM-1. Its only $37.99 or less on sale (reg. $50 now I think) and IMHO beats all of the ones you've tested. XLR only however.

[@DaveSoltura]

Thanks for mentioning this! It was about $120 when it was first released. Seems $37.99 or $50 is the Sweetwater price. Hope it becomes available on other stores at that price, too!

[@BacktotheRetroReview]

I love the ranking list man.

[@DaveSoltura]

Thanks, man!!

[@ItsaNoah]

Hi so I’m a KZbinr as well, I’m ingested in doing streaming and gaming and saw both the Fifine am8 and k668 for 40 bucks on alixpress, so I was wondering which one you would recommend for usb if they were the same price

[@DaveSoltura]

At the same price, I would go for the K688 for build quality! They’re honestly too close in sound quality. You have more to gain by getting a mic that can take a beating, and reject rf interference better.

[@DaveSoltura]

To add, I just found out the K688 has a higher max spl of 130db versus 120db on the am8. This means it can handle screaming better.

[@mitchellreyesgutierrez7498]

using only usb, how better?

[@selw0nk]

FiFine ❤

[@myck7021]

In your opinion what’s the top 5 best sounding from Best to the least best of the 5?

[@DaveSoltura]

Top 5 in terms of sound (for my voice): 1. Maono PD400x 2. Fifine AM8 3. Fifine Tank 3 4. Feelworld PM1 5. Fifine K688 5. Fifine K669d

[@DaveSoltura]

Note: The Fifine A8 gets a special mention as best condenser microphone. But most people who don’t have studios at home are usually better off with dynamic mics, like the ones I mentioned.

[@Mr_Voyager-y6j]

​@@DaveSoltura, is the AM8 good for recording vocals and covering songs? I like the A8, but background noise is a problem for me. The A8 offers good detail naturally because it's a condenser mic. However, I'm concerned that the AM8, being a dynamic mic, might make my vocals sound terrible. And also both mic are too expensive for me

[@Handnail]

wait ! someonemaking the tierlist and Tier S is actually green? I dont need more i already love it.

[@DaveSoltura]

Never understood why S is usually red!

[@Handnail]

@@DaveSoltura From what I grasped..People just started to go with the "factory setting" even though editing these tiers ain't that hard, you can even save them.

[@bas5984]

Fifine K669d not available in germany >: So I will get the am8

[@Unx183]

Bro for podcast which mic is best under 50-60 dollar suggest for warm sooth aound record because my voice is like child 😂 please fast

[@DaveSoltura]

Fifine AM8, or K688!

[@Unx183]

@@DaveSoltura in India fifine k688 Is.about approx 120dollar or more fifine am8 is best option thanks 👍 love from india

[@User0000-f4n]

Bro... The 658 and am8 are the same-sounding microphones, but in different cases. and they sound much better than the 688. the 688 has a flat sound. 658, am8 give sound at the level of Shure sm57,58. I don't even want to say anything about the dm30. It's just a shameful-sounding microphone. I don't even know how you thought of putting this microphone in the same row as the fifine a8 plus

[@bahadr-lz8gn]

Whats the cones and pros between 658 and am8 ? In my country am8 90$ ans 658 50$

[@User0000-f4n]

@@bahadr-lz8gn The 658 has slightly brighter highs. That's the difference.

[@User0000-f4n]

@@bahadr-lz8gn you can buy 658. there is practically no difference from am8

[@bahadr-lz8gn]

@@User0000-f4n so no clear difference i can get 658 without doubt because its 30$less

[@GhostieDevv]

i have the first one he adds to the list and he puts it on c :( i like my mic

[@DaveSoltura]

It’s a classic! Still a good mic.

[@GhostieDevv]

@@DaveSoltura :D

[@shi...-ld1st]

No answer (

[@deadchannelfrom2018]

It's NOT "Finefine"! It's Fifine!

[@DaveSoltura]

@@deadchannelfrom2018 I know it seems odd, but that’s the official pronunciaton they provided.

[@Frank_P83]

there's way too much bass in your actual mic and it sounds very bad

[@DaveSoltura]

@@Frank_P83 You are absolutely right. I was particularly insecure about my scrawny voice that day, and compensated with too much bass. The Maono sounds better than this and I didn’t do the mic justice. I’ll try to do better next time.

[@Frank_P83]

@@DaveSoltura I bought the K688 after your review, waiting for it :)

[@DaveSoltura]

@@Frank_P83 Hope you enjoy it! :)

[@harrykun1857]

Oh no he started the e- begging o.O

[@ricksanchez3278]

Where is the list? I'm sick of watching the video. Give me the S list so I can price check them all