Maono PD400X & PD100U Dynamic Microphones | Comparisons & Tests

[@markwiemels]

The xlr model sounds great, bar the plosives.

[@PhillipRPeck]

Yeah, it does sound pretty good

[@ASMRsemR]

What a quality of video and recording a hug from Brazil friend

[@Viktoria_witheveryone]

Nice video with nice microphone!! Thank you for your great review!

[@Monotone_113]

i feel like the pd400x usb mode sounds very similar to pd100u

[@DiagnosedDad]

Actually thought the PD400X sounded better than the MV7 🤔Great review

[@PhillipRPeck]

I might be inclined to agree

[@wearetrackclub]

Nice breakdown, Phillip!

[@islamicdata150]

Who is better Pd100 or pd200

[@thayvoanhtuan]

what's your take on the the maono Pd200x in comparison to these mics?

[@PhillipRPeck]

I haven't tried the PD200X but it looks suspiciously similar to this mic from FiFine--kzbin.info/www/bejne/hH6ZmKWrYtWVr9E If it is the same, it's OK, but I'd take the PD400x over it but not the PD100U

[@bibianotecnico2506]

Thanks

[@ffeeman]

Помогите выбрать что лучше, pd100 или xm8500?

[@hwthinker]

Does the dual output (USB & XLR) of PD400X operate alternately or can they be used simultaneously? If they can be used simultaneously, is it possible as a backup in case one of them encounters an issue? How about PD200X? Can the USB & XLR be used simultaneously? I appreciate your help.

[@PhillipRPeck]

You can record simultaneously on the 400X, but I don’t know about the 200X as I don’t have that microphone

[@528HzCreativeFrequency-uq5vd]

You mentioned pd400 you can't tight the screw on the mount and 🎤 moves up and down. Is this that same case with the other 🎤 pd100u? That is a deal breaker for me.

[@PhillipRPeck]

The PD100-U was more solid. It stayed in place better, shouldn't be a problem

[@ameergp686]

PD400X vs Podmic ? Which one is better in your opinion?

[@PhillipRPeck]

I prefer the sound of the PD400X but it doesn't do well with handling noise or plosives. The Podmic isn't great in those departments, either, but it is a bit better and it's a bit less expensive (XLR-only of course).

[@j0shll0yd]

I agree. All the reviews I have heard of the Podmic it sounds very bright & tinny. 400x for the win.

[@madhavbhatia4692]

PD100U is ok for KZbin videos and online meetings ?

[@PhillipRPeck]

Yeah, it'll get the job done. It's a lot better than a webcam microphone

[@eremey1760]

Hi! PD100U ok for discord ? Thx for video !

[@PhillipRPeck]

Yeah, I think it would be perfectly fine. Thanks!

[@F01L]

Is the pd100 good for streaming, content creating and singing or should I spend more on another mic? If so, what mics do you recommend? Pd400x included.

[@PhillipRPeck]

I personally wouldn't go for the PD100U. You'd at least want a mic with a headphone input to monitor your audio. Samson Q2U, Q9U. Sennheiser Profile. Rode Podmic USB. Rode NT1-USB. Those are some alternatives I'd look at before the Maono

[@F01L]

@@PhillipRPeck by "before the maono" does that include the pd400x ?

[@PhillipRPeck]

@@F01L Eh, it's fine. I don't like the yoke mount. It doesn't tighten enough to keep the mic secure

[@F01L]

@@PhillipRPeck but personally you'd look into those mics before the maono ? mount aside. I'm more focused on the sound quality, build, functionality first and the other stuff next

[@PhillipRPeck]

@@F01L I like the Samson Q2U because it's been out for a long time. It's a known quantity in terms of quality and longevity. Rode has really good warranties so they stand behind their products so the Podmic USB gets a vote. Sennheiser is Sennheiser. That's why I put those on the list above the Maono. I don't know about the long term quality and durability of the Maono. I like the way it sounds, though.

[@DossaEZ]

Bro Im looking for a great (best) XLR mic at about 150-250$ I like the sound of the Shure MV7x but the plosives are just killing me I also like the sound of the Neat King Bee 2 but I feel like it's too heavy in weight what would you recommend me in that price range? I will be doing gaming commentary, no singing or musical instruments, TY!

[@PhillipRPeck]

There are so many great options and many that I haven't tried. If you like the King Bee, maybe take a look at the Lewitt microphones in that price range. They're a lot smaller but should have a similar, clean and crisp sound. Also the Rode NT1 is a great-sounding microphone at $250. The MV7X plosives are an easy fix if you pick up a SM7B windscreen (RK345). My pick would probably be the Rode

[@DossaEZ]

@@PhillipRPeck Thanks alot for the information and ur reply! I'll be looking into them, also 1 last question: Ur videos and mostly audio is of incredible quality, what software do you use for post processing, I assume u do that to make it sound even better right love ur channel!

[@PhillipRPeck]

@@DossaEZ Thank you. I do everything in DaVinci Resolve.

[@DossaEZ]

@@PhillipRPeck Gotcha, I personally edit in Sony Vegas but I don't think that's the way to go for audio post processing right?

[@PhillipRPeck]

I don't know anything about Vegas unfortunately. I'm sure it has decent plugins for audio. I don't do anything particularly fancy

[@uguronlineShorts]

RODE PODMİC USB PD400X ?

[@harrypotter_petronus]

PD100U is it good for recording vocals?

[@therealyoungbafia]

No it's a Podcast mic

[@harrypotter_petronus]

@@therealyoungbafia Thank you brother.

[@therealyoungbafia]

@@harrypotter_petronus np