Lewitt MTP 350 CM Mic Review / Test (w/ SM58, MTP 940 CM, KMS105 Comparison)

[@will-uk1qu]

hey bandrew, just wanted to give you a big sloppy thank you. im 13 and i would always watch your reviews from maybe 1 year and a bit ago and it really came in helpful when i was doing my first year of music technology at school, since we started off learning about microphones and interfaces. and because your reviews were so educational, i had learned a whole lot about microphones before anyone else in my class which really pushed me to the top of the class. so thank you for that

[@stigb.jensen8427]

Great video and great job - very useful. I’m using the 350 CM for live jobs. And it sounds great. I have used Shure SM86, Audix OM3, OM5, OM7, Shure Beta 87a, etc. But the Lewitt simply sunds better and the noise handling is pure A game 👍🏻

[@gnarlysoundscapes7210]

Lewitt makes some of the best sounding mics out there.

[@curtisjudd]

The Lewitt MTP 350 CM is sounding good, natural with your voice from here. Similar to the KMS105. Not great on guitar, but the song was rad! When do you release your new record? 🎸

[@Charlie6969]

This thing sounds way better than i thought, i think i'll add this one to my wish-list.

[@htotube]

I am certain Lewitt is going to topple the big boys like Rode and Blue in the years to come. Just a personal opinion.

[@velvin9]

Wow, to my ears, only other Mic that sounded better was the 940 CM. I've been a big fan of the Shure beta series but this is an incredible stage mic for a bargain price. Thank you for an awesome review video.

[@LuisJacob366]

True. I noticed this too

[@timfrias477]

3:04 How do I flag as inappropriate for displaying the image of a corpse, 'cause I'm pretty sure that's the face of a man who died a long time ago

[@capezonmyback]

Some information for others: I just bought a SM57 with a M-Audio AIR 192 | 6 and it's amazing! Gain is set to around 4:00 and there is close to no noise at that level. I'm really enjoying it! Btw thank YOU podcastage for the SM57 video!

[@Charlie6969]

It's good that you found something that works well for you!

[@drakegostream]

Thank you for the video. Please consider reviewing Lewitt MTP 550 DM - around 100$, top model of their dynamic handheld line, direct competitor to sm58 and hopefully interesting solution even for podcasting and streaming!

[@jimsy5530]

Finally, an affordable, high quality on-stage condenser, for when we can't get on stage anymore. Hoorah! Prefer the 87a, expensive Lewitt, but it does sound nice on your voice. Scary on the guitars though.

[@Podcastage]

First. FOR THE BOIS!

[@whalien3210]

Second

[@tvnzln7447]

Aye

[@SullySadface]

Well I never.

[@WarerBrow]

Lol, I just noticed that on every technical forum (gearslutz, diygroup, some local groups) almost every single human is... a man.... btw where is the girls? WHY THEY DON'T CARE????

[@flavoredfeasts7884]

yas

[@rars0n]

I think the MTP 350 CM compares pretty well to most of those other mics. It definitely sounds better than the SM58, and IMO even compares well to the MTP 940 CM. The Neumann actually sounds a little bass heavy to my ears, but I almost feel like I'm having hearing fatigue from listening to such similar-sounding mics before that one. I kind of like the MTP 940 CM the best, at least in this comparison.

[@MichaelAlso]

Thanks for all your reviews, I bought this Lewitt MTP 350CM which I use for livestream performance and it's fantastic. I previously used a Sennheiser e835 and a SM7b for livestreaming but the Lewitt MTP 350CM fit my voice best

[@unkowndata2338]

Hi Bandrew, just wanted to say thanks for your review of the neat king bee. I just got mine in the mail and set it up. It sounds great!

[@micahcottrell3488]

I love it! I want one of these guys so bad. Seems perfect to do some cameo recordings down by the lake!

[@adithyasatheesh127]

Dude, you are hands down the best music and recording gear reviewer on KZbin. These days i see your videos simply to hear you talk about whatever you want 😁.

[@michaelsi6770]

same

[@ninjabluewings]

Your review videos are so well done, very professional but with a nice edge of humour, in fact one of the best reviewers out there

[@agambhasin]

Rode M2 was the best and then Beta 87A! I keep the M2 at number 1 bcz it is more affordable than the Shure and sounds smoother and just as good!

[@tbhv]

I was scrolling through the comments and was like thank god some one else thinks that!

[@agambhasin]

Thibaut Vandame yup i still do!

[@artysanmobile]

That mic is very complimentary to your voice. You sound immediately just right speaking on it. I noticed that within seconds of the start of your video.

[@Podcastage]

Thank you very much Peter. You didn't find it fatiguing at all? Do you think that less bassy mics are more complimentary to my voice or just this one worked?

[@artysanmobile]

Podcastage Not the least bit fatiguing. Actually, I found it to be strong in a low mid frequency that just happens to flatter your own voice tone, and that warmth with just a bit of presence sounds like the EQ curve I’d dial in just for you. Just guessing, I’d say its just a bit forward between 100-300. Most similar was the KMS105, which is my all-time fave for almost anybody. I’d suggest you put your name on that Lewitt.

[@maomao180]

Still waiting on the MTP 940 CM review...

[@TheMiggler_]

I swear I have seen all of your freaking videos and every mic sounds good to me even when you say it doesn't. I just watch the videos bc your reviews are so satisfying 😂

[@waynenakanishi971]

I'm pretty sold, Bandrew. But personally I have musical work loads in the future. If I'm looking for an ungrade for my current setup, I might go for the LCT 240 pro. Thanks for the review, keep it up! 👍

[@tom_k_d]

Best choice for me seems KMS105, followed by SM58 (!)... - I know this sounds boring 😜, but I listened through all of them several times with studio grade cans now... THANKS for the nice and useful comparison!

[@user-vl6zl5nn4y]

I don`t want to disappoint you, but just pay your attention - KMS105 has serious distortions ((( But it sound tonally pretty well.

[@tom_k_d]

@@user-vl6zl5nn4y I do not hear distortion, but a super clean high end, in fact cleaner than with many expensive LDCs - plus max SPL is 150dB (!) for the KMS105. Yes, I recognize some warmth in the mids, which I like - it's not completely neutral in it's frequency response, but it takes EQ exceptionally well (I own KMS105s, and compared them in detail to many others).

[@General_Puffball]

I hope to see a full review of the 940 in due course.

[@Podcastage]

Absolutely that’s coming.

[@johnlackner1193]

The only thing that may be almost impossible to test in a studio - gain before feedback!

[@frantickoala994]

@Podcastage Thank you for your reviews. I found you about a week ago. I ended up watching several hours of your videos and was able to make an informed decision on what mic in my price range that i should get me wife for her Birthday.

[@LuisJacob366]

Noticeable high quality in the lewitt 940 ✅ mostly in the highs! Very good

[@tbhv]

sorry didn't see the whole way through! awesome comparison - looks like this is the new video I am going to be watching over and over to figure out sdc to go for. I am literally memorizing some of these ridiculous songs from like the rode m3 haha Thanks so much for all these thorough videos! IMHO you're the authority on all mics on youtube

[@kesamek8537]

The comparisons in these videos are so good. Thanks again for another excellent demo.

[@PaulSwann]

Bandrew, If I go broke, I blame you! The sE Electronics V7 finally arrived on my doorstep last week and now you've tempted me with this excellent microphone.

[@Podcastage]

Paul - Enjoy the v7 for bit before deciding if you want to buy another handheld mic. The v7 is phenomenal!

[@PaulSwann]

@@Podcastage It's amazing, I absolutely love the v7!

[@Sasukeuchiha131000]

i don't know how long you've been improving or if you tried or not, but something i noticed: your singing has gotten significantly better over the years of me watching this channel. heck ye i realize this isn't supposed to be a huge showoff of ur vocal prowess, but it was a pleasant music test haha

[@WarerBrow]

Bro, do you want to make a channel called "Bandrew sings"? At least can someone do compilation of all his testing songs? Please! They are awesome!

[@knudbalandis9757]

thank you for the review. great microphone. a true bargain. i switch beetween this one and a sennheiser 935, which comes off a little less forgiving and colder than the lewitt. the shure 58 can just really be used, if you want to create a vintage vocal feel. way to compressed for a detailed audio performance now.

[@syst3m08]

You should check out the Lewitt MTP 550 DM (beautiful name, I know)

[@gutpunchnews4000]

Their windscreens are fantastic. I use one on my mic that isn’t a Lewitt. Keeps the plosives down. Still need to repurchase the MTP 840 DM. The Neumann sounded best, but for $700 it should be.

[@michaelsi6770]

I am gonna buy MTP 840 DM too. It has so much articulation and it's mids are unreal. Even tho I love my Neumann KSM 105 now I use Lewitt MTP 550 DM for spoken word because it sounds more aggressive and has more articulation. Lewitt is the champ.

[@gutpunchnews6449]

Flash Energy I’ll check one out.

[@SatyajitKhairnar]

another Lewitt! THANKYOU BANDREW ❤️

[@yoyah5999]

Podcastage you need to review the blue kiwi

[@lorencing]

Nice review video man, love the consistent methods and useful tips. But I have a suggestion for live mics, handheld condenser mics even more so as they are a "new" thing for the stage and they are priced normally, I am missing one thing ... is there a chance to add a reviewing method to the table where you would have a small to medium sized room (I saw you have many rooms to choose from;), like a practise space where you would have a band (or one 3/4 track recording of a rock trio/quartet without vocals - playing trough speakers at a similar level as if they would play in live the practise room - you could also have a speaker in each corner playing a different instrument), and sing (hard+smooth) in the mics or make measurements of how much bleed there is from different angles and other instruments, when the feedback comes in, how it colours the sound and so forth ... I miss that and it would make a good addition to the decider if I should buy the mic online, based on your review and maybe how it performs in a "live" session room ... the day you decide to use this idea ;) ... it would also make an additional info about how condenser live mics compare to the established dynamic mics and so the singers would have a better understanding of all the options that are out there. Keep'm coming!

[@gabrielchavarria22]

After much consideration, I have to conclude that the Shure SM57 sounds the best.

[@crumpysaksham4837]

Hey Bandrew your reviews have always been helpfull and I love your work... But this time I felt that the review was a bit biased because I don't think that this is good at all. It doesn't even have a on/off switch that u didn't consider anywhere.. But you really are creating some great content keep it up.

[@tbhv]

the sleeper pick of the bunch was definitely the se v7

[@Liowen]

I dunno if it was me but at different times the mic sounded like you were in a hallway, it just sounded hollow at times. It did a good a job with handling so that is a plus.

[@JosephFabs]

Hello Bandrew I bought this mic because of your review! and I love it! It sounds the same as Shure which is more expensive. I hope you can review MTP 840 DM so I can decide too :)

[@augustusallan3619]

I think you sounded best on the KSM, then the M2 slightly ahead of the 350, but those two are very close.

[@grabyermike4099]

It is a very good mic. but it is not for everyone. I have used it a few times, and I found it absolutely most useful on female Vox ( Live ) Very good in regards to rejection from behind ( Loud fold-back is possible with no prob.)

[@user-vl6zl5nn4y]

Wow! !`m just so impressed by how that Lewitts sound! Both of them! I`ve had Shure beta87c and i loved it. But Lewitts sound much more better. Weird, but such legendary mic as Neumann KMS105 doesn`t impressed me at all in this comparison, moreover, I`ve noticed a serious distortions on its sound. Rode and Audiotechnica are also not bad.

[@jimioutback]

6:23 lol Did I hear Uncle Jesse? Always nice guitar playing btw

[@reggiep75]

4:24 -- 'Yeah.. one time... Two time!'

[@LukeDickins0n]

the low end on the Neuman was very nice. but all mics sounded more than good enough!

[@tommino8970]

It sounds better to me than Sure 87a for singing, it could have more low-end and it will be perfect for me! Price is fully ok.

[@davidrikx9639]

Lewitt MTP 350 CM Not cheap & nasty But sounds better than the others?

[@Shishou_Shi]

this seems comparable to the LCT 240 Pro. it's also at a price point I would around maximally get to without making money by recording instead of just hobby. I wonder which one I should get next

[@TheWorldWillBeOK]

Could you review Audio technica atm710? Same price, has 10db pad and HP filter and lower self noise. Would be an interesting comparison

[@zvaramiro]

The best mic ever!!I have ksm9,kms105 and e965.. ATM 710 just have that wow factor!

[@enriquekahn9405]

Well, IMO the Neumann won the comparison. No surprises there. Mics that I could actually afford, I really think this might be up there. I'd have to listen to the comparisons a few times but the detail (the whole reason you'd get one of these instead of a dynamic) is definitely there. I'm not sure I love it - as you said, the high pass filter might be a bit much for spoken word, and I think I'd like something very flat. But I'd have to hear it on my own voice, I think.

[@Podcastage]

The Rode M2 has a much more even sound across the entire frequency range.

[@enriquekahn9405]

@@Podcastage that might be the one to try

[@williamofockham5042]

Have you reviewed the Audio Technica ATM710 or Sennheiser e965?

[@zvaramiro]

ATM 710 is better IMO

[@valerie98]

Awesome video as always!

[@ilblues]

Had a little more bass and mid for my tastes ... which is what I'd look for in a mic with a baritone/bass voice and I want to get my Johnny Cash on. Still using my old and trusty EV N/D 257 and 457.

[@bisbflat]

I know you don’t normally review ribbons, but I’d love to hear your opinion on SE’s line of ribbon mics. They have a budget option as well as the voodoo v1 & v2. Love your videos, thank you for all the great info 👍🏻

[@NoCoverCharge]

I agree would like to second this request

[@michaelniner98]

Currently looking into getting a mic for gigs as I no longer want to share/use venues dirty mics with the pandemic n all that! Tempted to go for a SM58 but considering splashing out on the KSM8.... would love a review of one (SHURE SEND HIM A KSM8)

[@DMKahn]

Hey buddy, can you do a review on the Slate ML-1 using some of the different mic models? Appreciate your channel and podcast. Cheers

[@bambusek7]

Hard to decide between this and Shure 87a. Looking for something to sing live on stage, which one has better feedback resistance?

[@christianboddum8783]

Røde sounds smooth but dark, Neumann had a drumlike quality, deep with a punch, and clear. Lewitt 350 CM good, but a little toppy/nasally on your voice, to my ear ;-)

[@IvarsDayLab]

Triple thumbs up for box distance 👍👍👍😁

[@nic0psy]

You should compare this mic to Behringer's SB 78A. I think these are quite similar.

[@RichardsWorld]

I had a hard time picking a versatile mic. I just ordered the new Rode VideoMic NTG. I hope you can do a test on that mic.

[@thebusinessfirm9862]

He already did mate. Cheers.

[@TheExangelus]

For some reason in your other video "Is a $7000 mic worth it?" the sound of U87 and the kms105 sound a lot better brighter and clearer while here the lewitt sounds brighter and stronger than the neumanns. Could it be the mic position slightly different or the gain is different?

[@poezdun]

Capsule is seems very similar to Behringer (C-2/SB78A).

[@gabrielchen7069]

Hi, I’d be really interested to see a review of the Aspen Pittman DT1. There’re like no reviews of this mic.

[@freddysnip6257]

I have just bought this mic, it's a good mic I think,but the strange thing is that it doesn't matter if the on/off switch is engaged or disengaged it is engaged in both settings. I have to contact my dealer about this. Did anybody experience the same problem?

[@vaughanbiddle3123]

It would be sick if you could do a video on the MTP 550 DM and MTP 440 DM. love ur videos btw, thanks

[@honestli5106]

It's a great mic and everything. But I would choose something like the Samson Q2U over it price wise, as well as the Q2U sounding quite similar in my ears.

[@ramspencer5492]

I'm thinking about getting a mic for vocal recording when I'm traveling..... No sound treatment and much more control over background noise. Would this isolate in a similar way that a dynamic mic does? Or would it pick up everything a couple rooms away like a typical large diaphragm condenser does? Are we talking near dynamic mic background noise rejection with this thing? Your videos are so entertaining. Thanks!

[@roadreg1820]

Great video. Very impressive for the price-point. Can someone please explain to me what the heck is MX cherry blue?

[@mathewjohn8126]

Lewitt is fantastic

[@aldrickyu8877]

Hello I've been watching your channel and I love you do reviews on microphones . Would you recommend this microphone to record vocals on a room that has no soundproofing. I've been struggling to record vocals with some condenser microphones because of neighbors dogs keeps barking. Hope you can answer my question. Thank you! :)

[@tanduong3224]

Good mic but no comparation to Neuman KM105.However, for the price tag, I might settle for this mic.

[@maximeheberttalbot4505]

Would it be possible to review the sE Electronics Voodoo Vr1? I want to buy a pair but there’s not a lot of reviews out there, everyone are using them as guitar amp mic, but they look awesome for everything!! Ah and nobody reviews mics as good as you! Haha

[@abingwa256]

Hey podcastage ,I would like the nw3 neewr. Looked for it over amzon its out of stock, it's the best mic for my ears. Thank you

[@ricardoprieto6401]

Rode M2 beats all of them. Especially price to value ratio, plosive and noise rejection and just has a natural smooth warm sound. Amazing.

[@tcmixman]

Not sure what your reference monitors are but the Rode does not sound better than the Lewitt or the Neumann. It sounds muddy to me in comparison.

[@ricardoprieto6401]

@@tcmixman Barefoot Micromain 27’s

[@tcmixman]

@@ricardoprieto6401 impressive. Still doesn’t sound better. Rode has a colored sound. But that’s my option as a professional acoustician, studio designer and producer. Listen to them on Auratones!

[@wanderpete8922]

Hi bandrew! I noticed that you also have the 550dm, are you gonna be reviewing it as well or comparing it to this? i plan on recording on it and maybe using it on some stages and wanting to knoww which is better

[@cookie7993]

Sounds neat on the acoustic guitar and vocals 👌 Better on the vocals though.

[@BeigeBoy]

shure Beta! you maybe me laugh dude wow your music sounds so much kooler with my new studio monitors and i mean that musicman, in love with that guitar

[@arbitermatt]

Rode M2 is the one in this comparison!

[@mohammedismael9471]

Audio-Technica ATM710 Cardioid Condenser Handheld Microphone Could you please make a review for this typical microphone. Does it work on Behringer umc 202 Hd audio interface? Could you please also make handheld condenser microphones comparison. Thank you.

[@user-vl6zl5nn4y]

And just so imporatnt to know for liveshows how Lewitt is resistable to feedbacks... Does anyone know about this?

[@alexjacobs5132]

What was the distance between the acoustic guitar and the microphone

[@fuckgkash]

Love the video, but can you make a video on the Zoom U22?

[@xcafeine]

merci ! you are a very usefull human ! thanx !

[@coolcopetins]

Hi! Sounds and looks nice. How would you compare with another classic, the Sennheiser e835? Thanks!!!!

[@G1Z]

Thanks for great vids! Where can I find the windscreen you have in your hand at 2:35?

[@datarecoverysweden]

How do the mainstream mics sound after being processed by NVIDIA RTX Voice.

[@Gusty-oy3sp]

Great review. What in your opinion are the best budget dynamic and condenser microphones for baritone type voice ?

[@xHadesStamps]

For baritone, you'll likely want one that's brighter. However, it's different for everyone. The e835 is my favorite I've used on my voice, but it may be different for you.

[@samtripleseven]

please do the lomo 19a9

[@heathsledger]

yes plz

[@samTheSk8er1728]

thatd mic is epicc

[@makangani]

I like the first microphone regardless of your inappropriate comment at 04:20. Its a pretty good price, looks and sounds pretty solid....Check. . BUT... I need to say something to your silly comment Mr Podcastage. All vocalists are allowed to use whatever kinds of microphone "techniques" they please. Covering or cupping a mic in a certain way (in a live show) can create a certain desired effect. Obviously, doing that excessively or covering it completely like you demonstrated, is pretty darn idiotic. So, please, in future try not to spew your idiot accusations and possibly loaded ideas of rappers (and other humans) out at us like that. Some of us Hip-hop, Rap, Black, MC ... "idiots"... actually support your little channel here. So, be please be respectful...or at least try. I know its hard. . Besides all that, ya stuffs is dope bruh. Very clear and concise reviews. Thanks. . PS : My bad for all that doobli-doo, just chill rap and blaze a doobi-doo...

[@Podcastage]

I’m not saying that all rappers, mc’s, metal band vocalists, or pop punk singers are idiots (edit: why did race come into your comment? I never said anything about race....I’m confused by this). I’m saying that improperly using a microphone is idiotic. Perhaps I could have worded it better. Of course there are reasons to do it if you’re going for a desired effect, but generally speaking, if you’re trying to get the best sound as you can (which most musicians probably are going for), you should not cup the microphone. You can hear the tone change drastically which is why you should not.

[@alexandrzatonsky]

4 feet shot was great

[@meyer955]

I’m considering a Yeticaster (with boom arm) or a Samson G-Track Pro with bo boom arm. I’m a beginner. What would you recommend I buy? Is the boom arm a necessary component in the long run?

[@ajsm3943]

I have a question. Should I buy the blue yeti nano or the fifine k678

[@PersianOcat]

Hi, recentlyI have bought a Shure SMB 7b and had Rodcaster pro couple year ago , do I need cloudlifter c1 or any suggestions please

[@rikirex2162]

banging on the keyboard? when I bang on my keyboard my 100 Watts speakers falls off their stands!