Best Vocal Microphones 2018 | Top 5 Budget Microphones Under $300 (2018)

[@Milesbreaker.makernoma]

A small edit: the microphone you displayed as the Rode NT1a is actually the Rode NT1kit which is reviewed as being a generally better microphone with better accessories and a better response that solved the “harshness” in the highs that many people experienced with the NT1a. Other than that, thanks for the great video and info you provide on your channel!

[@HarvinderSingh-yy8th]

Yes, NT1a need a little attention fir correcting harshness of mic.

[@LiquidMotionz]

Dude at 2020 is no joke, I mastered a track on it and it sounds amazing

[@archiebeatz]

Yeah the AT2020 gets the job done for sure.

[@Gretsch0997]

You can’t master a track “with” a mic. Maybe retype that sentence.

[@LiquidMotionz]

@@Gretsch0997 maybe take some English "dude at2020" subject of the comment. " Mastered a track on it" = mastered a track that was recorded on an at2020 boom pow tought you English

[@LiquidMotionz]

@@Gretsch0997 besides dubbstep, trap and orchestra every track that is mastered was recorded on a microphone

[@Gretsch0997]

Hi TRG , I’m pretty darn sure you used your DAW to do the mastering. ....Not the microphone.

[@captnquazar2153]

I wish I could hear what they sound like

[@meatsheeld]

look at boothjunkie and podcastage channels. They do mic reviews with spoken word, should give you a good idea

[@pavmx703]

If it was a shootout video, you probably would have.

[@larryhinze8658]

@@pavmx703 Yup. Another pointless dumb ass review.

[@shalcapone1487]

Look up unboxing videos moron

[@BabyfaceMilan]

@@larryhinze8658 the video would be too long

[@archiebeatz]

Thank you all for watching! I hope I've helped you all with selecting the perfect microphone for your studio. Check out the Best Condenser Mics on Sweeterwater for the best deal ➡ imp.i114863.net/EoRqD Here's the list of microphones: Audio-Technica AT2020 ➡ imp.i114863.net/x4rY5 Blue Spark SL ➡ imp.i114863.net/JEEma Rode NT1 ➡ imp.i114863.net/WmmGM Rode NT1a ➡ imp.i114863.net/NOyNV Aston Microphones Origin ➡ imp.i114863.net/mWynM Shure SM27 ➡ imp.i114863.net/3DDdB Blue Microphones Bluebird SL ➡ imp.i114863.net/d11GK

[@archiebeatz]

Lee Stevens Hi Lee! I totally understand. The Shure SM7B is a dynamic microphone that has a slight color to it. You need something more transparent and more sensitive to pick up your vocal tone and dynamics. Something like a bluebird from Blue or an AT4040. The Shure KSM42 SG is a bit more expensive but it’s the transparent/Pure translation king in this price range. I hope this helps!

[@antoniomassomba375]

Hello, thanks from your new subscriber. Your videos have been so helpful to my home studio gears. I have the NT1-A and I wanna upgrade to the NT2-A. Is it just fine or you can recommend a better option at the same range price? #YourAfricainBoyHereInFranceTryingToFollowYourFootsteps

[@XRayTube]

What's up Dude, i ended up getting the Blue Baby Bottle SL for my channel it's absolutely fantastic especially since i sound proofed my room👍

[@GabrielHernandez-es3kz]

So what’s your fave out of all?

[@mc_studios]

Quick question. If you could pick only one from your list of these mics, as best for vocals (rapping/singing/clearness) which one would you pick as best one?

[@KellyDante]

Your video on the sm58 was one of 3 reasons why I purchased it! The other 2 reasons were that Lana Del Rey used it to record all her vocals for her entire Ultraviolence album (she’s one of my faves) and, most importantly, I was able to test it on my own voice when I did a songwriter’s course last year! So that’s what I’ve been using to record my vocals these days with great effect. Couple other mics I’ve experienced are the at2020+ (usb) and the MXL 990 (xlr). I made a video about my honest thoughts on them on my channel called “how to go viral on soundcloud using a meme”, so if that’s useful for anyone starting a home studio I’d recommend watching it!

[@archiebeatz]

Kelly Danté awesome. Thanks for sharing! I’m glad you purchased it. It’s a great microphone when used properly! I want to hear so please send the music you did with it and I will watch your video tonight! Thanks!

[@KellyDante]

Archie Beatz I used it on my newest song ‘Self Care’ which is also on my channel 😜 mixed it myself with some waves plugins.

[@hatchetairsoft2463]

A very unknown one, but it's just that good: The Superlux E205 for 40€ (probably 40$ aswell if its available in US). A little bit of why I can absolutely recommend it: I own a small studio mostly equipped with AKG and Lewitt microphones, and since trying cheap gear became like a second hobby to my normal studio/live mixing/recording work I do, I bought a whole batch of actually budget gear, packed that Stuff and drove to a friends Studio to have a big mic shootout. Neumann, Lewitt, AKG, Audio Technica, Schoeps, Manley all there in a bunch together with the cheap stuff, which almost felt sacrilegious. Now I don't want to make a pages long comparison, as there were a lot of interesting results coming from that day, but what blew me away the most was the direct comparison of my AKG C-414 vs the E205. It. sounded. amazing. And what finished me off after de-essing (which was a bigger issue in the 414 than in the Superlux to begin with) and equing some not so nice parts away from both mics, I PREFERED THE E205. Which felt so wrong, especially since the (especially the C414B-ULS with the original CK12 capsule) 414 definitely ain't cheap microphones. Now, I didn't do any scientific measuring, and I'm pretty sure the 414 has a better resoluted high end, but when you just listen to it, dry and in a mix, the E205 just sounds very airy, and smooth in the high end, has a nice little presence boost in the low end without sounding boomy, and just a very pleasing sound for Vocals. I'm also sure that the 414 will be a lot more versatile (I'll next test the superlux on other sources like drum overheads and stuff and it most likely won't hold up as well in those areas), but again, for that vocal take, that singer, in that room, the E205 just sounded better. And for 40 bucks, the only wrong thing you can do is not buying it basically. And thats what I'd call a true budget solution with a great sound.

[@TNT-km2eg]

Poor man choice

[@czskateralexn1ke]

right now...I am literally recording on a 100$ snow ball microphone on top of using stream labs to record it...than I go to sony vegas and edit the video and sound there...this is probably the most insane and unethical process to music making but I have literally no idea what I am doing. I just got paid and I am looking for microphones so that at least my actual vocal audio won't be so distorted and awful...this video is incredibly helpful, thank you...

[@endrizo]

haha thats the way to learn.

[@spreadteammusicgroup1971]

I recorded some great audio off of the blue snowball

[@brianmoore8507]

I use the same thing. Blue snowball where I edit the vocals after in audacity lol. Think I am gonna upgrade to either the AT2020 or the Blue Spark

[@CapsLockKeyon]

About 2 minutes into this video, and I will say this much...great production quality and I'm looking forward to the next 7 minutes where we actually get into each microphone.

[@archiebeatz]

Thank you. I really appreciate it.

[@DeathStarPro9]

Just starting my home studio and I love the amount of love and info given from people doing what I want to do! Thanks homie!

[@kave7247]

I see “budget” and then I see $300 😳

[@shaanbeentv6567]

lucky u didn't see Neumann U 87 Ai he mentioned. even he forgot its for $3400

[@MrGsDome]

U only need a mic past $100 dollars and u have a quality mic ie. ‘Shure SM57’ or startout on a $30 mic on amazon

[@obamos7869]

“Budget” doesn’t mean cheap, it means that you have a certain price range or a set price point.

[@TheGhettoMozart]

Music is not a cheap hobby

[@skies4910]

Faxxxxxx

[@nilsa6947]

Billie Eilish's Ocean Eyes was recorded with the AT2020

[@9kKev]

How do u know dat?

[@reekrodriqguez6552]

kevin It’s obvious

[@nilsa6947]

@@9kKev her brother/producer finneas has talked about it. (read: a quick Google search)

[@user-pd9fe1vx3i]

Say no more, That's all I need to know lol buying soon!

[@mralexandernine3]

Yo thank you brotha, you just saved me money on buying the kaotica eyeball and a microphone separately. I'm going with the Rode NT1Kit. Highly appreciate it, God bless you!

[@shantecraft]

whats the main differences between the bluebird SL and the blue spark SL?

[@enemezhayesbaby6211]

AT2020 FOR LIFE. I like my Samson CL7 also but the AT is where I started and what most of the tracks on my soundcloud were recorded with.

[@GoreMelian]

Great video bro!! well done!! btw the black mic is the Rode NT1 the NT1a is the older version.

[@archiebeatz]

Yes, I realized that after I posted the edited video, lol. Noob move but hey, I'll eat it because the rest of the information in the video is useful to many. I hope you have a great holiday and thank you for commenting.

[@matdemaz]

Great video! I still stand by the Rode NT1. You just can't get any better than that, imo.

[@olafkliemt1145]

i recommend the AT-2035, it has a 10dB pad, a low-cut, and 3dB less noise than the AT-2020. works fine.

[@archiebeatz]

Nice. That's a great microphone as well. That 10dB pad is really handy for sure.

[@AstonMicrophones]

Thanks for the review Archie! glad you're liking the Origin :)

[@jacobicratic1732]

Preciate you for everything man couldn't have gotten anything done without your help ✊🏿

[@archiebeatz]

Awww man. That means a lot. I'm glad you are up and moving!!

[@pathnativejam]

I watched your whole video for 1 sentence.! The Blue bird every day all day! and twice on Sundays!

[@RonBruce]

Great review. Very informative and well explained! You’re articulate. Thank you. I’m gonna go with Shure

[@phillieg58]

Electrical Engineer here Digital Audio Today’s digital audio recording equipment we are going from 24-bit digital to 32-bit digital audio this is beyond crazy. It will also mean that condenser microphones are on its way out and dynamic and ribbon microphones are on the way in. Condenser microphones are too noisy for 32-bit digital audio. The useful signal to noise ratio of a high quality condenser microphones is 85 decibels whereas dynamic and ribbon microphones with Neodymium Iron Boron magnets are passive devices with much higher output levels and no internal noise compared to condenser microphones that need preamplifiers, DC blocking capacitors, audio transformers, and phantom powering this creates more noise than can be tolerated in a 32-bit digital audio systems. My custom made XLR Microphone DC Coupled Differential Microphone Preamplifier The key to getting the lowest possible noise with the greatest amount of gain is only using the lowest noise components such as Texas Instruments ultra-low noise operational amplifier LM4562, metal film resistors, ceramic capacitors, tantalum capacitors for power supply filtering 4 9Volt batteries 7912 7812 linear voltage regulators, DC coupling no DC blocking capacitors no audio transformers. Of course, it only works with dynamic and ribbon microphones. My custom-made microphone preamplifier has a 60-decibel gain with a 100Khz low pass filter. Ribbon microphones must use audio transformers but there are ways of improving the performance of audio transformers. Wire directly from the ribbon microphone capsule is very low impedance, lower voltage, and higher current. The audio transformer turns ratio converts from low impedance to higher impedance lower current to higher voltage. The output impedance on a ribbon microphone is 6 Kilo Ohms compared to dynamic microphones 600 Ohms. Most audio transformers have poor low frequency response at 30 to 40 hertz at the low end. Quadrupling the windings on a typical audio transformer will allow lower frequency response below 10 hertz. Using ferrite core toroidal transformers greatly reduces external hum and noise pickup, and far less audio distortion with wider audio bandwidth. Dr. Thomas G. Stockham, Jr. who founded Soundstream digital audio got it right the first time. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Soundstream Dr. Thomas G. Stockham, Jr. his first 16-bit analog to digital and digital to analog converters at 50Khz sampling rate digital audio interface was the first audiophile digital audio system. He used a DC coupled differential preamplifier for his 4-channel digital audio interface using a Honeywell data recorder with a Reed Solomon error correction system. Every digital audio system should use XLR DC coupled differential preamplifier before the analog to digital converter. It guarantees the lowest possible noise and the greatest frequency response. Soundstream Digital Audio The first commercial Soundstream 16-bit 50Khz sampling rate digital audio recording was Diahann Carroll With the Duke Ellington Orchestra Under the Direction of Mercer Ellington - A Tribute to Ethel Waters (popular music on the Orinda label) in January 1978. I have this CD and its sounds great. In 1978 dollars it cost Dr. Thomas G. Stockham, Jr $150,000.00 each to make his digital audio recording system and only 18 were made. I’m getting the SoundBlaster K3+ USB Powered 2 Channel Digital Mixer for $129.99 for webcasting. The SoundBlaster K3+ 24-bit digital audio at 48Khz sampling rate digital audio interface and a SoundBlaster X-Fi HD external soundcard that has 24bit digital audio at 96khz sampling rate. With a gaming laptop is dirt cheap and much better sound quality than the Soundstream digital audio interface and a Honeywell data recorder. That’s technology!

[@cassidymccurdy805]

"I was like the male version of Barbie" 😂 love it! Thankyou!

[@archiebeatz]

Hahahaha 🙌🏽🙌🏽.

[@XRayTube]

I owned the Blue Baby Bottle SL for my channel. I absolutely love this microphone for my channel.. thanks for the video!

[@russellwiley7869]

When he's talking about the Rode NT1a, the picture is the NT1 not the NT1a. They are two completely different microphones. The NT1's frequency response is pretty flat with just a slight bump up around 8k-10k. Where the NT1a is kinda crazy with a slight bump in the 100-300hz range with some sharp bumps up all through 3K-12K. Far too bright for my liking on my voice. There may be some voices where the NT1a sounds great, but It's easier to EQ the NT1 since it's already pretty flat across the board, than it would be trying remove all that peakyness in the upper ranges of the NT1a. You couldn't go wrong with one of each, but if I had to choose one over the other (and I do) I'd go with the NT1 over the NT1a (and I did).

[@theemoryquince]

Thanks for this vid! Just grabbed the Blue Bluebird SL💪🏽💪🏽

[@michaelsco4136]

Emory Quince I would appreciate you’re opinion a comment after your first use 👏🏼💪🏼

[@archiebeatz]

Oh niceeee Emory. How are you liking the Bluebird. Thank you so much for commenting.

[@dijosoul]

I've used the NT1 and the AT2020 (oh and the cheaper Blue), and for the price the AT2020 is a SUPERB microphone. Audio Technica did awesome to provide such a quality mic for that price. Still have mine! Archie will you be doing a roundup of Mics in the mid/upper mid-tier, say, btw $300/$400 and $1k? That may be an interesting one for those who want to round out the locker. Thanks!

[@archiebeatz]

That's awesome. Those are some useful mics for sure. Oh nice. I definitely will. You are like the 3rd person to request the mid/upper tier mics. Thanks for commenting!

[@zeniimusic1544]

So which one would u recommend I currently am using an at 2020 should I upgrade to a NT1?

[@Treucey]

Zixuan Peng is it good? Thinking about buying one

[@julianokechukwu1405]

Hey Archie Beats. Thanks a lot for this video. It really helped me out a tonne. Especially the description area where you listed out your studio gear with their links. Big ups bro! 😎✌🏽

[@KingSolrac]

I use the AT2020 and I have multiple tracks on Spotify, one of which has over 100k. Not trying to gloat but if you can master properly and use it right then you can get somewhere!

[@archiebeatz]

Nice! Congrats on that 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@legoshisluvr]

This is giving me motivation thank u

[@aphoticphoton]

Would getting a Behringer Audio Interface work well with it?

[@Unxpekted]

Is it difficulty to master tracks?

[@KingSolrac]

Aphotic Photon interfaces don’t really matter. Focus scarljte or whatever you spell is amazing. Mastering can be easy if you devote time to it

[@jadenluce3682]

This video is great man I’m trying to start putting my music out there so thank you so much!

[@archiebeatz]

Thank you so much Jaden. I'm glad this video helped. Let me know how everything works out for you.

[@jadenluce3682]

Archie Beatz I will!❤️

[@davidjangmusic]

Purchasing NT1 tonight for sure~

[@archiebeatz]

Nice and congrats on getting the NT1 🙌🏽

[@yunsoulja123]

Thank you very much for the informative video! Your input on these mics are helping me decide on which mic to buy! I just had a quick question and that was; what makes a mic good for vocals and what makes them good for guitars? Is it mostly because of convenience of easy set-ups? Or is it more of the sound difference? Again, thanks for the informative video!

[@archiebeatz]

yun jae You are welcome! Thank you so much! When it comes to what makes a mic sound good for vocals and guitars, it’s about tone, dynamic range and frequency response. When you listen to how the microphone translate instruments and vocals, you will get a pretty good idea on if it works for you. Reading and watching reviews on mics really help as well. I’ve been fortunate enough to have record and work with many microphones. Which is why I try my best to give information like this. I hope this helps and let me know how everything works out! Thank you for watching.

[@yunsoulja123]

Hey Archie! Just came back to give you a quick update, I ended up buying the Aston Origin and I have ZERO regrets! I obviously don't have the ear or the knowledge to really appreciate it fully yet but I believe it'll come with time of just messing around and spending more time with the mic! Thanks so much for your suggestions and keep the awesome videos coming!

[@neish33]

I don't know what mic to get for vocals like as much info i look up i just don't know what one would sound most professional.

[@archiebeatz]

aneisha rawson Go with the Bluebird SL. You can’t go wrong with that. It’s default with transparency and deliver great quality for any vocals. ☺️ I hope this helps.

[@yesteryear]

I just wanna thank you so much I’m about to buy the mic with the boom arm and a Knox filter for around $110 (on sale!) off of eBay I’ve been recording for the past two years with a phone but I’m really taking what I do seriously and am now investing hella money into music and this is helllping me a lot

[@robertfarris6778]

much love for the knowledge brother and reviewing things you've actually used

[@SorMae32]

you saved me money, my friend has the at2020 and he said i could have it i thought it was bad until you said it was a good all around mic thanks for the vids they’re both informational and entertaining keep up the good work❤️

[@mmproductions3350]

Mason Lenhard the one he’s talking about is it usb or phantom power?

[@Dr.Twizzz]

Super Quality content! I'm about to get my first high quality mic, looking forward to it! :)

[@noelalam9731]

wow man great content. i don’t know anything and you are doing a great job breaking down a lot of info

[@pastorcano]

Hello there Archie just subscribe to your channel man "REAL COOL" i have been a sound engineer since the early 80s (don't want to give out my age) but i appreciate the feed back you give. not all who produce and do sound are so humble and sincere about helping out with gear... Nice Job !!!! i have learned a few things from you!!!

[@anshwanshukla3653]

Dude thank you , you're video & exaplaination is awesome!!!

[@jeffsnyder3161]

Enjoyed this presentation Archie. On a side note, you have a lot of cool. Continued success to you.

[@djtdawg123]

Enjoyed the video. Love the energy. I noticed in the comments nobody seems to say much about the Shure SM27. How would you say it compares to the Rode? My vocals are deeper and powerful. Think Chris Stapleton or Stevie Ray Vaughn. Or would you go with the AT2020 for powerful raw vocals?

[@archiebeatz]

Thank you for watching and I'm glad you enjoyed it. Well, the SM27 has a more transparent tone while the Rode has a more warm tone. Since you have a deeper and powerful voice the SM27 will perform well. The AT2020 will do great as well but it's not as detailed at the SM27.

[@iluvkew2xd14]

Gonna have to go with the AT2020 tbh, just the best option in my opinion

[@archiebeatz]

Awesome. You are definitely entitled to your opinions and it's a great mic for sure.

[@RayBuatTrailer]

Do behringer u phoria 204hd fit with AT2020?

[@archiebeatz]

Yes. As long as it's the XLR version of the AT2020 and not the USB version.

[@V-DTAJ]

Just looking up what microphone to buy. There is a pretty sweet shop for anything music related 8 km away from me and they sell the Rode NT1-A set for 170€ Right now (not even a sale, ist baseline in Germany). Pretty nice. Thanks for the video, was very helpful.

[@matthewhitchcock7532]

Thanks for the video brother. Helping me find equipment for my home studio

[@boroberts9959]

I've got a Bluebird, love it for voiceover work!

[@archiebeatz]

Niceeeee! I'm glad you like it.

[@maxlarsen]

4:20 picture is on a rode nt1 though not nt1a the a is silver finish while nt1 is black i think but i guess u mean rode nt1 since u say it cost 269$ nt1a cost around 90$

[@BloopShow]

Do you have recommendations on dynamic vocal mics? Or maybe condensors for 'not so great'/'live' recording environments? My bedroom isn't always the most soundproof place. :)

[@bestfilmclips9064]

yes the mic can have different effects and sound but the end of the day you really have to rely on you're skills as a vocalist.. practicing training etc- too many people rely on auto-tune etc- and tbh.. its ok sometimes but shows a real lack of vocal talent. My friends are great vocalists many where in choir etc as kids so 10-20 years of practicing as artist ''practice makes perfect''.

[@archiebeatz]

I totally agree!

[@bestfilmclips9064]

@@archiebeatz its a good vid by the way!

[@pilotnelson4507]

"KZbin channel should have core value. " Excellence

[@archiebeatz]

Yes!! Thank you!

[@Zelldinchtjr]

@@archiebeatz The Unite State's Air Force's first core value is integrity. Very important in life in general!

[@ashenone3427]

Movie big hits were made with a Blue Spark. Hanna Montana, etc... back in the day

[@Sonatarium]

I'm very happy to see that you're using the midi akai keyboard :D It means that I've chosen well

[@Zobin211]

Archie, thanks for this video. If you had to pick one of these mics that you would recommend the most, regardless of price, which one would it be? I currently am using a Sennheiser 865 S but I'm not really happy with it. Just looking for some direction. Thanks!

[@WIBEDRILLMusic]

Bro thanks for making such great videos. I'm actually confused between the Aston Origin and Rode NT1A. I'm building my home studio where i'll be mostly recoding vocals and guitars for Electronic Dance Music. Can you suggest the best option for me??? I'll be very thankful to you.

[@gaby.munich78]

Amazing Video and your are MJ fan..me too since a Young girl.. Amazingly to know you hier!!!!

[@archiebeatz]

Thank you so much Gabriela. Yesss, MJ is the man, lol. Thank you :)

[@adsvx]

Very cool, Mr Beatz! I loved it.

[@vdonnn]

@4:12 ... that's a RODE NT1.. The 1-A is the lighter color one.

[@archiebeatz]

Yes! I'm aware. It was an editing mistake. I've addressed this in a pinned comment already. Thanks for letting me know btw.

[@vdonnn]

Archie Beatz Sorry! I shoulda paid more attention.

[@IshaanNigamOfficial]

I am a singer and I want to upgrade my home vocal recording setup from usb condenser to XLR. I am confused with the following options: 1. AKG P120 2. AKG P220 3. Lewitt LCT240 Pro 4. SE Electronics X1a Suggest me which one to choose and why? Note : My room is non-treated.

[@theblushingdesisings7920]

Hey Archie, first of all, thanks for this very helpful video from beginners like me. So, I know this is more rare but do you have any recommendations for wind instruments and also a recommendation for female vocals that are on the warmer side? And do you think that there is one mic that can be used moderately well for both vocals and a flute or is that too big of a difference? Thaaaaanks

[@archiebeatz]

Hey Elizabeth! You are welcome and thank you for watching. Honestly, either of these microphones are great for vocals and woodwind instruments, especially if you are on a budget. As far as warmth, the NT1 and NT1a will give you a little bit more than the others. You just have to play around with the microphone of your choice while getting some experience with it and it willing to find the perfect tone for your liking. I hope this helps!

[@theblushingdesisings7920]

Archie Beatz OMG thanks for replying. Much appreciated 💛

[@arcosu2720]

Ur names Archie, you make beats, sounds familiar, I like

[@archiebeatz]

hahaha, yes. Thank you.

[@RayAndre]

I've been using the same $180 mic for vocals for 5 years. It's served me well. Not absolute TOP quality but always gets the job done. I just did a comparison to a $5,000 Neumann on my channel. You can watch it now and let me know if you hear the difference!

[@Jake-be9ji]

You’re a character my man! I like it!

[@archiebeatz]

Hahaha Thanks Jake

[@MartinManweiler]

I see you have the sterling audio sitting down there..... I gave mine away.

[@hunteryerrell4174]

Hello and thanks for the wonderful info! I was just wondering which mic would be the best for sax and flute. Thanks alot!

[@archiebeatz]

The Blue Bluebird SL translates such a clean sound with woodwinds and brass instruments.

[@nancybatista2598]

your commentary really helped me thank you so much.

[@courijones1317]

Another great video bro!! Keep pushing!!

[@archiebeatz]

Thank you! I really appreciate it and I will.

[@seangdolan]

Watch out! The NT1A and NT1 have different sound signatures. It’s not just about the paint! The silver/grey NT1A has a slight low end and high end air boost. The black NT1(no “a”) is flatter sounding. Both great mics for the money for practically any use.

[@shirtybackup7997]

Which is better. I’ll be streaming and doing vocals

[@seangdolan]

@@shirtybackup7997 Totally personal preference.

[@seangdolan]

@@shirtybackup7997 but I recommend checking out a few side by side comparisons like this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aqepdJ1viJlgn5o

[@vlogstamari2706]

What kind of affordable mic do you recommend for female rnb vocals ? And does the type of interface matter ? Upgrading the home studio

[@patriciaWmonteiro]

Hey there. Which mic do you think is more appropriate for me? I sing pop and alternative rnb (think Sasha sloane, The Weeknd, Lana del Rey, Troye Sivan, banks).. thank you!

[@tomasherajt2558]

which microphone would you recommend for vocals and acoustic guitar with a budget of 250 dollars? My main concern is the maximum sound quality that can be obtained at this price. Thanks for your time sir!

[@seadefender73]

Great video, so helpful thanks!

[@philp1072]

Thanks for this info!!..do you have a suggestion for a starting out voice over person with no music pic up?

[@archiebeatz]

You are welcome and thank you for commenting. Honestly, either of these will be great, Phil. Compression and Eq'ing can also contribute to a great voice over recording.

[@HarvinderSingh-yy8th]

Good review. NTI has become a legendary mic.

[@pestokong6228]

lol your intro earned yourself a subscriber already. I got a question, I'm planning of getting the at2020 USB. Does it need an Amp or anything?

[@ayvanvoronov1608]

No, just plug it in and enjoy

[@pestokong6228]

@@ayvanvoronov1608 thanks

[@carmel-enzi]

The mic in your video is the rode nt1 , not the nt1 A

[@BritishRunner]

Great vid! Imma pick one up soon.

[@donut_lyfe]

Awesome review man! Very helpful!

[@AyoVolas]

Very insightful thank you mate!

[@HEYSERGYO]

great video man, appreciate honesty! cheers

[@archiebeatz]

Thank you and you are welcome. I’m glad I could help. 🙏🏽

[@prod.shriver]

what do you recommend for someone who is very interested in Audio Engineering and wants to pursue that field in college? I have the option to take a fine arts sound recording class, and I am not sure what I want to accomplish yet. You seem like you know what you're doing

[@mrzapatrapa1]

Nice vid, i was looking for an update from my nt usb, i'll keep an eye on these

[@archiebeatz]

Hi Joan. Not this time but soon I will be testing some USB microphones out. With Rode being one of my favorite brand of microphones, I will have to do the NT USB :)

[@archiebeatz]

Oh nice.

[@wisechoice6594]

Just subscribed to your channel much respect appreaciate the information , I'm planning to start my own home studio i got my pc and my laptop ready to go with a budget of 1500$ what do you advice me for audio interface, mic, monitors and a headset ?

[@markusstephanie4791]

Im a rapper from the Bay Area I record at a studio with 3k microphones but also record at home with the at2035 and its amazing

[@Gretsch0997]

I tore down my basement studio to force myself to get back out there and co-exist with the rest of the world. It’s been an eye opening experience !!

[@keithlindsay5012]

Great review ✊🏾

[@archiebeatz]

Thank you. Be sure to watch the updated videos of these microphones

[@PaulyStax]

I like your relaxed and enthusiastic speaking style.

[@archiebeatz]

Thank you so much! I try.

[@TheophileChurch]

Good info about the Microphones. now I can make a better choice. Thank you!

[@archiebeatz]

I'm glad I could help!

[@yungsquire6636]

Nice vid really helped with my choices appreciated it.

[@mwinfy]

Which is the best????

[@autumnkamice3480]

Do you have a idea of the clearest microphone for a rapper ? I hear a lot about echoing with this mic? hope you can help :))) I love your videos there is just so much information I can't choose. $300 or less.

[@santacruzmusicpage]

Hello Sir, glad I ran across your channel. Thanks for the info. I am looking for a Thunderbolt 3 interface. Any advice is welcome.

[@ssssss1490]

great video Archie

[@N4FZGoldNIAMAWESOME]

personally, I recommend the at2035, great microphone

[@JohnnyBot71]

incredibly helpful, sir. made my choice. cheers!

[@shotbybrandoe]

Colin Owen Griffin did he say what his favorite one was

[@JohnnyBot71]

@@shotbybrandoe don't think he did, but he seemed to be sprung on the shure sm27. i went for the Rode. got a bunch of rodes on my drum kit, so i like to stick with a good product. i do, however, see more vocal mics in my future...cheers my man!

[@mannymccash9660]

Nice video good job keep 'em coming sir

[@archiebeatz]

Thanks Manny. I am. Lots of content coming.

[@michaelmao6180]

Hey you should try out the Behringer B2 Pro. It's only 150 bucks. A guy on youtube made a video of how he applied an EQ curve onto it and it sounds very close to a Neumann U87. At least after the KZbin compression, I can't hear much of a difference. It's also multipattern (like the Neumann), and looks a lot like the Neumann. You can look at the spec sheet and it looks very similar to the U87, except that there's a tad more bass and a bigger boost in the mids to highs. It's not bad considering the 20+ time price difference.

[@heytherestranger5235]

Would you recommend the Bluebird SL as a starting microphone (strictly vocals)

[@archiebeatz]

Yes! 100%.

[@inventadoconomy9754]

I buy today the blue bird sl FOR VOICE RECORD AMAZING AFTER PUT THE REBERB AND OTHER EFECTS FIREEEEE

[@natashasolae]

😩😩😂😂 a pacifier!!! Love that you’re posting videos every day now!!!!

[@archiebeatz]

:) I thought it was funny lol.. Thanks for watching bae :)