Can A Budget USB Microphone 🎤 Actually Sound Good? | FIFINE USB Mic Review (K683A)

[@GadgetInspector]

Find the FIFINE USB mic here on Amazon: amzn.to/37O48NQ

[@DocRealTalk]

Any idea how this compares to their K670?

[@GadgetInspector]

The one tested in this video performs much better. I actually tested the K670 a couple years ago: kzbin.info/www/bejne/d2W2hH-Ff956oa8. Not too bad, but again, I prefer the K683A.

[@DocRealTalk]

@@GadgetInspector Thanks for the reply. Pretty lucky to find someone who has tested both. Also this is somehow the only review of this mic on KZbin lol

[@ArslanG47]

I've watched about ~5-6 video reviews for K683; and this is hands down the best review for this model. Well done!

[@GadgetInspector]

Hey thanks for the feedback, I appreciate it. Glad you found my little ol channel.

[@beybeyrizz]

Duuude I was just looking for a review last night and there was NOTHING. Thank you for this! Great review

[@GadgetInspector]

LOL, glad I could help. I knew you needed this 😉.

[@tonymcclendon-hobbytime7727]

I could really tell the difference between the settings adjustment. Back in the day, DJ’s called those mics woofer mic. But, with new technology, mics today is at a whole different level. Thanks for the information in your review Brother

[@GadgetInspector]

Yea I was really surprised by how good it is. I probably could have boosted the levels some, but I was trying not to enhance it at all. Don't need to spend a gazillion dollars for a decent mic these days.

[@kinghong1565]

You really helped me find a fairly decent budget microphone. Thank you so much!

[@GadgetInspector]

Awesome, glad to hear that!

[@Tibug]

Just a note: The distance to the microphone varies, that is you're more close to the AT than to the Fifine. That makes a big part of the perceived difference.

[@GadgetInspector]

I go into that in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/d5yaq6l6mLZ4mJI. The proper distance from the mic makes a huge difference.

[@darkrain1487]

You make some great reviews my man! Found your channel through your n660p webcam review after I bought it, made me feel even better about the purchase lol

[@GadgetInspector]

Hey thanks for the feedback. I've been so busy with work lately that I haven't posted in a while. But I have some good stuff coming soon. Thanks for the support!

[@darkrain1487]

Take your time man, I’m looking forward to the new videos!

[@fifinecleonechan9119]

Thank you for your detailed and practical review on the K683A FIFINE MIC! Love the comparison! Thank you so much!😆👍

[@GadgetInspector]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jasonsong6747]

Just go this mic and I can't wait to use it - very helpful review! Thanks Usher - by the way I love your song "Yeah!"

[@GadgetInspector]

Ha! I hear that from time to time. It used to happen all the time back in the day. If you’re not mounting the mic on a boom arm I recommend this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/d5yaq6l6mLZ4mJI

[@yunganthony]

Do you got a boom stand with it too?

[@GadgetInspector]

@@yunganthony I ended up getting an adjustable desk stand. kzbin.info/www/bejne/d5yaq6l6mLZ4mJI

[@JNestor72]

great review...just got one of these myself, very happy with it

[@GadgetInspector]

Glad to hear that. I'm actually working on a follow up video about a desk mic stand that pairs very well with this mic. Makes me like it even more.

[@JNestor72]

@@GadgetInspector sounds cool, i’m using mine with a boom arm

[@cdeionn]

What boom arm would you suggest you use for this?

[@GadgetInspector]

This is the one I use: amzn.to/3bWImbx and it works great. Very sturdy. Also, stay on the lookout for a video I'm doing on a good desk mic stand. Gets the mic much closer to your mouth.

[@Shyningfade]

I was thinking about using this mic for doing audiobook recording and I think it was a good purchase! Just gotta invest in a mount to get it a bit closer and we're golden

[@GadgetInspector]

This is what I use: kzbin.info/www/bejne/d5yaq6l6mLZ4mJI

[@Shyningfade]

@@GadgetInspector Thanks! I appreciate it

[@yunganthony]

@@Shyningfade what's the usb length?

[@Shyningfade]

@@yunganthony I'd say it's a little over 6 ft

[@yunganthony]

@@Shyningfade bet thanks G 💪🏾

[@peacewalker5587]

Good budget mic. Not a terrible sound for now. Thanks 👍🏼

[@GadgetInspector]

Yea, not terrible at all 😉.

[@enanisrael7532]

Sounds good great review

[@GadgetInspector]

Thanks 👍

[@WarrenFab]

This or the FiFine T669 that includes boom arm / tripod / pop filter / shock absorber? Here in SA, there's a $2 difference between the two. Would love to know the difference in quality.

[@GadgetInspector]

Sorry, I haven’t used that other one so I really can’t speak on it.

[@BIGDRONEFLYER77RC]

Love that intro Isaiah, Great comparison also. You guys have a great new year and be safe.

[@GadgetInspector]

Hey thanks Donnie. Feels good to be making videos more regularly again. Getting back in the groove of it. Same to you and yours my friend.

[@sb8257]

I have this mic, its an nice microphone, but i can't find how i can dim the mic monitoring it seems too be stuck at 100% mic monitoring volume (its an really nice feature but not if it is at max volume) any know how to tone down the precentage of the mic monitoring?

[@DreEditz_3]

Does this fit into a boom arm

[@GadgetInspector]

Yes, you'd just need the correct adapter.

[@sebbe1469]

does it fit on a boom arm

[@GadgetInspector]

Yep

[@FIFINE]

Yes, it does. Any standard arm stand that comes with a 3/8" to 5/8" adapter will work perfectly fine with the mic.

[@yunganthony]

@@FIFINE which boom arm would you recommend?

[@yunganthony]

What's the usb length

[@GadgetInspector]

About 6 feet, maybe a little longer.

[@motto666]

I have tried voice meter, but it does not work together with camtasia, camtasia does not record the enhanced voice, any idea how to make it work with camtasia studio?

[@GadgetInspector]

I believe you need virtual cables...research that. I believe voice meeter actually makes that kind of software as well.

[@motto666]

@@GadgetInspector Ok, thanks.

[@josegregoriosanchez3566]

Thank you so much for your video and for sharing your talents. I was wondering if you would have any suggestions or where I could look. I'm looking for a good mic/webcam (I know I may have to get them separately ;() for online zoom violin lessons. I'm not sure which type of mic, maybe a lavalier but not necessarily the table mic, in any case I would need something I can use to talk and that would also process the violin sound acoustically as well. Please kindly advise if you can. Thanks so much again!

[@GadgetInspector]

Check this one out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5KbnoSJhNeHZ6s. It has the ability to switch pickup patterns. I think this might be a good option for you.

[@ianworthington2324]

Difficult to be sure with the difference in level between them.

[@GadgetInspector]

I normalized the audio track but you're right, I should have boosted the FIFINE. I was trying not to make too many adjustments though to make sure I didn't enhance anything. Anything greater than the gain level it was at caused distortion I thought. Thanks for the observation though.

[@msamedic]

Did you get your intro from the Origin client?

[@GadgetInspector]

Not sure what that is.

[@maaaaanny]

is it possible to turn off hearing yourself when you have headphones plugged into the microphone?

[@GadgetInspector]

Yep, its a setting on your PC. Go into you sound settings select the recording tab, then right click on the microphone, then properties, then the listen tab, then uncheck the Listen to this device box. I think this only works if you have your headphones plugged into the PC, not the mic itself.

[@r3njuns]

Does it work in discord?

[@GadgetInspector]

It should.

[@seila-8976]

better than K670?

[@GadgetInspector]

In my opinion, yes.

[@hungryhippo8560]

I 100% recommend the audio technical mic over the fifine if you have the budget

[@GadgetInspector]

Indeed, but if you're not trying to spend a lot there are some good budget options out there.

[@georgepierre3594]

at2020 sounds better, but fifine sounds at least 85% as good, so its not bad.

[@GadgetInspector]

Agreed.

[@jorowi]

Pray. 👊