How to Make the Fifine K688 Sound Better (and Clearer)

[@DaveSoltura]

Note: I rolled off the frequencies at 13.8khz to remove some fan noise the mic was picking up, but you can opt to roll off as high as 15khz or skip that altogether, since that's the highest frequency the K688 can capture. You may get even clearer audio.

[@jaydenhaziel6230]

Bro im scared to buy it because of the usb issue, is it resolved???

[@DaveSoltura]

@@jaydenhaziel6230 They’ve been working on improving quality control, but as with all companies, there’s always the risk of getting a dud.

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

LOVED this! Great ideo for a video. People need to see this more than they know!!!

[@davix478]

one video of you doing the same thing with the am8 would really help since the am8 sounds more clear but it has other counters

[@z4rk72_]

Can you make a am8 version?

[@DaveSoltura]

10 likes on this comment, and we’ll do it! :)

[@z4rk72_]

@@DaveSolturawe got 10 likes :)

[@DaveSoltura]

@@z4rk72_ i meant the comment!😀 Just gotta make sure there’s enough demand for it

[@z4rk72_]

@@DaveSoltura we got the likes!!

[@tmanxult003]

@@DaveSoltura um... there's 16 atm on the comment... & 82 on the video lol Oh u meant urs! Make me the 11th :)

[@shiji5060]

Atlassttt i've been waiting for this Lol

[@OppaLec]

Now that's an intro! 🔥 Also, you can actually use the Reaper plugins with OBS. Even their stock EQ is already decent imo that I sometimes use it on my live streams. 😂

[@DaveSoltura]

@@OppaLec I’ve been using ReaEQ and ReaEverything this whole time haha. Just find that I tend to like Nova’s sound a bit more. There’s a subtle, but noticeable difference. Less clinical to my ear. But for function, ReaEQ is more than enough!

[@onlymine]

Thanks a lot This will be very helpful :D

[@simondpeterfernandez3103]

Can you also do a similar like this but for the PD400x. Love you video always!

[@sanad7811]

Let him Cook the AM8 video

[@daavilefx]

Damn G, I love you!

[@Cooley93]

I did pretty much the same thing with the wave xlr

[@artmaltman]

Fascinating. (1) Are you in XLR mode? (2) Did you end up making it closer to a Tank3? (3) What would you change about Maono PD400x?

[@DaveSoltura]

1) Xlr for sure! 2) That wasn’t my goal. I think the Tank 3 could use some more warmth, even. If you mean copying the tone, they’re different, but if you mean quality-wise, they’ve always been close! 3) I’d tame some of the harsh sounding highs. Try using a notch or low pass filter somewhere between 10k-16k (the highest frequency the mic captures), and see if there’s anything harsh/sibilant between 4-10k.

[@jairoverachaly7628]

are the improvements in real time?

[@ExploreWithImranZahoor]

Which one do you recommend between the newer K688 vs PD200X. I saw your video comparison with previous model of K688. But it'll be great if you could also make a recommendation with the newer model too. I actually want to get one for my Zoom meetings as well as KZbin coding lectures. Which one would serve me better? Because I want to keep mics out of the video frame. My office also get some traffic sound and sounds from other offices in surroundings as I sit in a coworking space.

[@happywhile8159]

Can you make for the Tank 3 version please?

[@Bennjii]

can you do this with the maono pd200x? on the maono link they added a way you can make a custom eq.

[@DaveSoltura]

Been wanting to do this, but they haven’t fixed an update bug on my end. I haven’t been able use the software like I used to. When it happens though, this is a priority!

[@MadX8]

I have a better tip if you want to improve the sound. Just buy the AM8 😊 (love your reviews mate and i know you love the 688, just kind of trolling here)

[@nataka48]

What the heck is an we plug-in and how do I add

[@linaquiet4606]

Hello, I'm a newbie with mic stuff and after hours of reviews I ended up buying this one thanks to you, but since I don't know anything about software I wonder if there's any program you would recommend me to make this mic sound better (not for recordings though, I want to use it for Discord mostly) 😁

[@notkure]

Hey! Which program did you end up going with?

[@linaquiet4606]

@@notkure A friend recommended me a program called 'SteelSeries GG' I'm using that one atm. It's not that advanced but it works.

[@__.trung._]

can you give us a free audio software? i probably gonna pair the white k688 with vocaster one in the future. do your accommend it?

[@novaguy8]

That plugin is named after me lol 😂

[@lyyse]

Hey Dave, love your videos and love your vibe, I am a beginner streamer and bought the k688 for gaming, I have had this mic since the 24th and it sounds pretty good when I plug my headphones into the jack of the mic, but any time I record audio for my KZbin or stream for twitch, it sounds like I'm on a call with myself or something, not as clear as it does in your videos upon the k688. I was wondering if you had any way to fix this or you could think of a reason why this would be happening. I use the cord that comes with it, nothing else. If you could get back to me on this it would be great, thanks! 👍👍

[@DaveSoltura]

Hello! Do you mean the final recorded audio sounds like you’re “on a call with yourself” or is it just how you sound when monitoring your voice live, not through playing back a recording?

[@lyyse]

@@DaveSoltura It's like every time a play a final recorded audio and when I hear a saved live stream, the final audio of that as well sounds like I'm in a facetime with myself or something.

[@DaveSoltura]

@@lyyse I could be wrong, but it sounds like you might be recording under 16-bit, and/or under 48000 Hz for some reason. Check your sound settings and choose an input device (microphone) and make sure it's set to at least 16-bit 48000 Hz. Here's how that might look on Windows: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bKu9XnSYnp6bhKs

[@lyyse]

@@DaveSoltura So following the video, I went into the sound settings and checked the format for the output and the input, they both say 16 bit, 48000 Hz (DVD Quality). This makes me wonder if its has something to do with my headphones, i really dont know. I have them plugged into the mic, I set it up the way I was supposed to but its still not giving me an audio like in your video and many other videos Ive looked at. If you have any more suggestions PLEASE tell me, I really like this mic and I want to put it to good use.

[@lyyse]

Hey! @@DaveSoltura small update, all i had to do was disable all enhancements for the mic in advanced mic settings😅.

[@ShookyStudios]

BRO. CAN YOU MAKE A VIDEO FOR FIFINE AM8 ADOBE PREMIERE PRO AUDIO SETTINGS?

[@DaveSoltura]

I don’t use premiere pro… sorry!

[@DaljaaHuh_]

waiting for am8 version

[@DaveSoltura]

Recording it today! :)

[@DaljaaHuh_]

@@DaveSoltura cant wait

[@JustAlgato]

I have an issue with Fiffine k688 where it's generating a Static Voice, I got it 2 days ago and it was fine for those days. Today it's randomly generating a very loud static think you can help?

[@k1ic30p]

might be a ground loop... research on ground loops on google.

[@Lucas_Bazilio]

Hi Dave, What about de-essing? Do you recommend to use the EQ TDR nova filter also for De-essing? Or better to use two TDR Nova filters, one for EQ (the one you show in the video) and another for de-essing. Thanks in advance!

[@DaveSoltura]

Haven’t tried it myself. Compare the methods and try to listen to which sounds best! Good de-essing will make your vocal sound smoother without making it sound dull. :)

[@ghost_hits]

So...I downloaded the software but it doesnt open anywhere?

[@D7a69]

@davesoltura please talk about the g1 neo

[@WeruwolfOfficial]

I've been looking for other people to review the Fifine k726, The condenser microphone Fifine made at an affordable price. I have mine set up with my mtrack Solo though my environment at the moment is not ideal (Noisy AC) for me to properly test it fully. Have you ever tried out the K726 before? I'd love a video about it since not a lot of people check it out aside from some russians and other Southeast Asian creators

[@DaveSoltura]

Those are real sleeper mics! Been eyeing them, too. No promises, but I’ll look into it!

[@WeruwolfOfficial]

@@DaveSoltura Thanks a bunch!

[@eighty.2]

So glad you're doing a video about the software side of things. Picked up the PD400X with recommendations. I do my voiceovers on Audacity, is reaper worth the $60?

[@DaveSoltura]

@@eighty.2 If you’re going pro, the $60 will pay you back in time and efficiency, many times over. It’s a steal.

[@eighty.2]

@@DaveSoltura thank you! Any referral links?

[@DaveSoltura]

@@eighty.2 none, but thanks for asking!

[@eighty.2]

​@@DaveSolturafineee ill buy something on Amazon with your link. Have a great day, thanks again!

[@goodnightynnah]

Hi! I clicked the IN to turn on the real time analyzer, but I don't see sound waves. Do you have an idea why?

[@DaveSoltura]

On Reaper, make sure the box to the left is checked!✅

[@bahadr-lz8gn]

Heyy can you do it for the am8

[@Espoody]

Hi bro, I have a doubt, do you think this mic is better than the Tank 3?? Appereance-wise I prefer the Tank 3, but I'm indecisive about the sound quality, so I would like to know your opinion on the matter. It would also be cool if you made a video like this but for the Tank 3.

[@DaveSoltura]

@@Espoody Tank 3 is slightly less warmer (getting closer fixes this), but it’s very balanced. Clean highs without sounding sharp. Smooth overall sound, but not boomy. K688 is a bit warmer, but not as articulate (can sound muffled to some ears). Generally think the Tank 3 needs less EQ-ing, but the K688 is still great especially for the price.

[@Espoody]

@@DaveSoltura thanks for the answer! Budget is not a problema right now, so based on looks, my own “research” (watching videos about both), and your answer, I will go with the Tank 3. Hope you are able to make the eq video, I am really inexperienced with audio so it would be of great help to see an expert do it.

[@DaveSoltura]

@@Espoody A video idea I’m listing down. So many requests lately, it’s a bit challenging to keep up! Hope you enjoy your new Tank 3!!

[@Espoody]

@@DaveSoltura I get it man, don’t worry. Thanks for answering so fast and thanks for the good wishes! Have a good day or night!!

[@theoutsiderjess1869]

Would this plug in work in garageband

[@jaydenhaziel6230]

I have a question, i dont really know what mic to buy, because i bought an Maono A04 and it only worked for like 5 days, and now i really want the fifine k688 but i heard in one of youre reviews about the usb problems and i dont know if i should buy and trust maono again with the pd200x or if i should risk buying the fifine k688

[@DaveSoltura]

My personal rule lately: If you buy a USB mic, make sure it has XLR expandability. So in case the USB feature dies, it's still a fully functional mic in XLR mode. That said, can't go wrong with the PD200x or K688! New K688s have better quality control, cable-wise. The new one they sent had a good cable.

[@jaydenhaziel6230]

⁠@@DaveSoltura Okay, thanks a lot!🙏

[@uiinfinity187]

Bro if I'm just using zoom or discord, do I have to still keep the reaper app open for the plugin to take effect?

[@DaveSoltura]

This would work for recording mostly. For Discord, you can follow the principles here and use the equalizer on voicemod. :) Video idea perhaps, but it seems pretty basic hmm...

[@lynqex5656]

Can you do this on usb? And will it be the same?

[@DaveSoltura]

Yes, you can do it on USB. It won't be 100% identical, but about 99% there, so might as well be the same.

[@LiquuidP]

can you do this with voicemeeter banana?

[@FateXO]

yes

[@frazzleegg]

I'm having issues downloading the software.. I managed to download it but I can't open??

[@frazzleegg]

Nvm sorted

[@nen4745]

im also having this prob what was the fix?

[@saturnspawn]

@frazzleegg ?

[@miahdoestech]

Can the plugin work on audacity?

[@DaveSoltura]

Not in my testing, for some reason, but Audacity has its own EQ!

[@DaveSoltura]

Update: I got it to work. Not sure what happened. But it works!

[@miahdoestech]

@@DaveSoltura lovely 😁 Can you make a new video for it, please 🙏

[@Eeave]

I just got my Fifine K688 yesterday, and this video came up just in time on my timeline. Great! I know this plugin is mostly used just for recording things, but I'm hoping I can use this EQ on a meeting (Zoom, Gmeet, etc.) and Discord. Right now, I'm using Steelseries Sonar GG to control my overall audio, and the EQ on the mic is kind of hard to understand and too much that I must set. If you don't mind, may I know how to specifically set this EQ into the Steelseries Sonar GG mic preset, please? Thank you!

[@DaveSoltura]

Just look at the eq settings here, and if the Sonar GG mic preset can be changed, tweak it to copy these settings, or perhaps make a new template if that option is available. :)

[@Eeave]

@@DaveSoltura I'll probably try, of course! Your reply just made my day. Thank you so much, Dave! Keep it up :)

[@RafaXmilK]

my k688 randomly makes some "peek" or "pinching" like sounds when I record, what could it be?

[@zakkenjaneezou]

I find that this comes from a compressor. Try to reduce the threshold/gain from your compressor plugin or turn it off altogether.

[@D7a69]

please talk about the maono g1 neo

[@D7a69]

@dave saltura

[@D7a69]

@DaveSoltra

[@D7a69]

@DaveSoltura please

[@evlincodm]

so do you prefer it over am8 ?!

[@DaveSoltura]

Not necessarily, tone-wise! But for screaming the K688 is less distortion prone

[@tigerrawrmeow]

hello what application did you use for this plugin?

[@tigerrawrmeow]

i cant do it in equalizer apo :(

[@rupertllavore1731]

Can I sound like a Rapper Example (kanye west) just for zoom calls?

[@НетвоеделоСекрет]

Yes, you can

[@rupertllavore1731]

@@НетвоеделоСекрет Thanks

[@Echoes3333]

Not clear. where is the EQ plugin thing in reaper?

[@DaveSoltura]

There is an FX buttom on the top right corner. :) It's red when not engaged, and green when engaged.

[@lureify7466]

are u gonna tell us how to install it too or? bc why did i install it twice and still only have the setup option..

[@nen4745]

SAME T-T DID YOU FIGURE IT OUT