MIC WARS | Audio-Technica AT2020 vs. SHURE SM7B

[@infangec33]

Surprised to find I preferred the AT2020 in almost all of these comparisons and was coming here to reinforce my thoughts that SM7B is worth the money. Great work on the vid

[@ChiefVizier]

Its also inexpensives and saves you money for a mixer

[@ConCoClem]

I always thought that a lot of shure dynamic microphones sound muffled when compared to other microphones. Not my favorite mics for shure..

[@StamperOSRS]

You clever bitch

[@dogeatinghomework]

Yeah its that lacking presence in the highs that give them a kinda muffled sound compared to condensers

[@jgmusicman2281]

"Clever girl"

[@TheSeanpatrickobrien]

Yeah same here, they can sound good just need eq and stuff

[@SkillCult]

Agree, and there is important information that is not being recorded and can't be equalized back in. people think they sound "warm, rich, full", try muffled, wooly, dull and bassy.

[@DJSkandalous]

Lmao you deserve more subs for this editing man!

[@BenoniStudio]

Ha, thanks

[@itscappyshorts5004]

Seeing the title of your voice clips saying, "6 inches raw" made me chuckle.

[@BenoniStudio]

the "3 inches raw" made my gf chuckle too. 😒

[@benirodriguez9516]

Overall the "better" microphone is the AT2020, and at a 1/4 of the price of the SM7B. Now, the SM7B gives you that "radio" voice, as it is a bit bass heavy. Both are great on its own. Different uses, but also both can be used for the same. Maybe my perfect "combo" would be having both, and record my voice with both and then equalize and give the right amount of volume to each, to achieve my desired tone. LIke playing in photoshop, but in the music realm! ;)

[@sbggxnzo]

Been using the AT2020 for years and love it but I found some good deals on offer up and decided to switch to the SM7B. Paid $200 for a used SM7B and $50 for a brand new Cloud lifter!

[@victordemartrin]

Bro it looks like you bought some fake one xD

[@GladysGrace001]

They both serve their purpose. AT sounds more suited for vocal production and the Shure mic for podcasting and voiceovers.👍🏾👍🏾 Great review.

[@koolkd]

💯

[@jazzyboydc]

When I was going to college for tv broadcasting, we always used tube condenser microphones for voice overs. I always liked them. They have a nice sound. But one thing for sure we used in the studio was sound proofing. They certainly can pick up almost anything in the background

[@jobimboy]

Sm7b sounds like a there’s a cone, at2020 sounds natural.

[@tyisafk]

That's more or less due to the fact that this is comparing a condenser to a dynamic. Condensers sound more natural in general, while dynamics have an easier time picking up the lower end of the spectrum, though with the 7B, it has a pretty flat frequency response, meaning it tends to capture all frequencies equally. I would use dynamics for podcasts, live shows and recording loud instruments, but I would use condensers for voice work or acoustic instruments like a guitar.

[@Shadow-oq2th]

Says the guy with a at2020

[@Shadow-oq2th]

The at2020 is a trash mic it sounds so bad

[@SOFCsquad]

@@Shadow-oq2th nah dont have either but the at2020 sounds way better lmao

[@knight808.]

@@Shadow-oq2th Agreed. Too sharp on the ears in terms of vocals.

[@FlatMart]

Oooh yeah, you just saved me a lot of money 👌

[@FlatMart]

@Xalphire Well at the time I took the AT2020, but few mounth later resold it because of it's "metalic" harshness in the upper range, at least on my scarlett i2i, or on my cheap berhinger mixer. Got a Neat king Bee, wich was inexpensive at the time, and I'm really happy with it. Never tried the SM7B though

[@maximum650]

That sm7b has a lot of hissing sound while at2020 is so crisp

[@BenoniStudio]

The SM7B requires SUBSTANTIALLY more gain than the AT2020, if you are hearing any hiss, it's not the mic, it's the pre-amps.

[@Adwrigh]

@PhyZeik I use a Scarlet 2i2 3rd gen with 2 SM7Bs. While the audio is passable especially while just starting out you will want to get a pre-amp to make the most of the mic. I use an SE Dynamite.

[@DanielAnyau]

Agree.

[@tyisafk]

@@thias1 I use an SM57, but it's a very quiet mic that requires an external preamp like that. I use a Fethead and my interface's knob is at about 10 o'clock. No hissing, but without the fethead I have to put it at almost max where there's hiss. The 7B I think is even quieter, I would put my preamp at 50% if I had one.

[@sk8neverdiez]

@PhyZeik Pretty late comment, but no thats not gonna provide enough gain. Get a cloud lifter cl1 as an independent mic preamp!

[@PizzaPowerXYZ]

*THIS IS THE MOST INTENSE VIDEO I HAVE EVER WATCHED OOOOOMMMMMMGGGGGG*

[@BDAILY365]

2020 is on sale for 79.99 online now. It sounds great with most singers I heard if not all. I like it a lot. I'm gonna sale my other dynamic mics to get couple more 2020 a $80 each! It's a very versatile, warm and clear sounding mic. It sounds even better than my more expensive condenser mics without any adjustments.

[@MrRezQ]

The video was so intense that I was bound to subscribe. On a more serious note though, I enjoyed the approach and style more than I did the actual comparison which says something about the quality of your videos. Keep it up man, you just earned a loyal subscriber!

[@BenoniStudio]

Thanks for the sub

[@hjalmarslangus8003]

also depends on how well your room is treated, generally condensers are "worse" for big open rooms, although for some purposes you can use a gater for it

[@bubblepuffs]

Hands down the best microphone comparison I have ever seen, thank you for making this!

[@SilverSeeker]

I got the at2035 with a goXLR and honestly I love the sound. I would consider the SM7B a downgrade

[@nttv1095]

You're deaf man, he didnt use the proximity effect it has properly, which means he wasn't close enough to the mic, 6 inches is too far to hear the full effects of the mic.

[@SilverSeeker]

@@nttv1095 so in the same exact sentence you call ME deaf and then blame him by saying he didnt use the mic correctly... I'm not sure you know what you're saying lol.

[@nttv1095]

@@SilverSeeker u may have watched other comparisons, but I suggest go and watching the review from the podcastage of the sm7b and that will give you an idea of what it sounds like with it's full effect

[@nttv1095]

@@SilverSeeker maybe it was my bad for saying that bc he didnt do a fair comparison and he obviously dosent know how to use it properly

[@SilverSeeker]

@@nttv1095 all good I'll check it out. I am still super pleased with the at2035 tho and if it's true that dynamics filter out environment sound I'd skip it anyway. I do coin roll.hunting and hearing the coins make their sound is huge. But I'll go watch more reviews. :)

[@furion..]

I'd prefer to have seen a more fair test by having the *Audio-Technica AT-2035* vs the Shure SM-7B

[@mamaluigi2064]

Honestly this is what I expected there really isn't that big of a difference when jumping from the AT2020 to the SM7B Even though the shure has been around for decades and was revolutionary when it came out Now it's got a lot of competition and is definitely not the best bang for the buck honestly I'd go with an AT2035 for the in-between when it comes to price and performance I feel like the reason why the shure is still relevant these days Is because of brand recognition One major downsides when It comes to shure mics is that you can't put a shock mounts on them which really sucks

[@valc6954]

@BenoniStudio what is the software you are using? great video, thank you :)

[@CAESAR_IS_GOD_mohammadisaloser]

I was going to get the shure but I don't think the shure sounded all that good am I right in this inference? seemed kinda of low and dull. I think the audiotechnica sounded great, I need a Mic for voice acting in my videogame and I was going to use it for singing vocals and to record instruments as well. would I regret not getting the shure or would I be perfectly fine with the audiotechnica. I was going to couple it with the scarlett solo 3rd gen interface is that sufficient? Thanks.

[@BenoniStudio]

The SM7B is a great mic, but when you compare it to a condenser, it won't sound "as good". This is simply because condensers are more accurate with audio reproduction than dynamic mics are, it comes down to physics and how the diaphragms/capsules operate. But since condensers are more sensitive and accurate, that comes at a cost. They may pickup more background noise and mouth noises vs. a dynamic mic. Something like the SM7B won't reproduce audio as accurately as a condenser, it's simply impossible because of how dynamics work. But just because something is "not as accurate" does not mean that people won't like the sound. The SM7B is warm and can be boxy. But paired with the proper pre-amp, EQ, and compressor, it can sound really good. Being a dynamic mic, it should reject more background noise, of course if you are already in a quiet room that doesn't mean much. You also have to consider the mounting of the mic. The SM7B comes in a yoke mount which makes is easy to get into position. The SM7B will never sound as "open" as a condenser, but that doesn't make it a bad mic - its just a different sound. Both of these mics are great to have in your mic locker. The AT2020 will pair well with the Scarlett. If you go with the SM7B you will have to also get something like a Cloudlifter because the Scarlett does not have enough gain to properly drive the SM7B. A couple other mics you might want to consider are the Shure MV7 and Blue Yeti Pro. Both of these mics have effects built-in and are geared toward live streaming and gaming, but can also be used for music creation. I don't have a Yeti Pro yet, but I do have the MV7 and will try to get a review out ASAP.

[@ashavari]

I actually really dont like the crispiness of the at2020. Imo it's really hard to mix on my voice type. At first I really loved it so I bought it, but I'm a very bright soprano and my high notes sound like they hit a WALL which was super hard to mix for my demos. I'm not a mixing pro so I wanna get the best sound out raw first. I personally feel like the sound quality from the SM7B is easier to work with because it's not as harsh.

[@L8BLOOMERSTv901]

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[@cemgulpunk]

AT2020 is good as SM7B for $99. Clear choice, thanks for the video.

[@Mcsteveberry]

ok. finally a series i can get behind

[@rockandrollisyourmom]

So. Much. Work. In this video! Dang!

[@WOOOWNICE]

Great video!

[@BenoniStudio]

thanks for the view dude 👍

[@Cyborg.]

Nice video, you scared the shit out of me tho with the entro

[@leonmanderson8778]

Why do you have affiliate links for Cloudlifter CL-1 in the info section?....did you use also use this item when testing the different mics? if so you never mentioned this in the video. GREAT VIDEO!

[@BenoniStudio]

If the cloudlifter is not mentioned in the video then it was not used. It's listed in the description because it is a popular addition when using a Shure SM7B. The Mic Wars 2 videos will use the Cloudlifter for the SM7B and other dynamic mics. Being a part of the Amazon Influencer program allows us to make a small amount of money when people use our links for products that we like and suggest. Each Mic Wars video takes around 4-6 hours to produce. There is a TON of work that goes into these. If we can't make money from the videos then we can't continue to make videos for free and we will have to go to a subscription model that charges $10-$30 a month per person, considering we have over 1000 videos. There are other sites and channels that have substantially less content and charge those prices. We prefer to stay free as long as we can continue to eat.

[@leonmanderson8778]

@@BenoniStudio Woah! That's a lot of work that goes into 1 video so you have every right to share your affiliate links. I have no issue with that, I was just confused by seeing the cloudlift...i as thinking maybe i needed to buy that to get the same effect. I love the sound of the MXL 2008. It looks like I will be watching mutch more of your videos since you also do DAW tutorials. GREAT VIDEOS!! :D

[@bikesnbeerz]

I bought NT-1A, SM58 a while back before now always using SM-7B. It is THE mic to have for all around good sound. Get a ISA430 MK2 or good pre and you are GOAL.

[@BenoniStudio]

Both of these mics perform really well. Of course you may not want to use a condenser in a room with background noise or outside noise. But for $99, the AT2020 does a great job. And the SM7B is just a great mic. When using with a Cloudlifter or quality pre-amp it sounds great. I really like the way it sounds with the presence boost engaged when using it for podcasts, it gives it a bit more air.

[@NickB-md1oy]

You just named 4 mics and said “it is THE mic” which one

[@jcisme]

The capsule in the SM7B is already something like 3 inches from the end of the microphone. It sounded best up close. Even 5-6 inches is a little too far back for it.

[@toastedmarshmallowadventur7375]

Thanks for the comparison. It will definitely help me make my decision on an upgrade.

[@AbirZenith]

I wish you educated people about judging mics too, looking at the comments people actually think the AT2020 sounds better which is hilarious

[@BenoniStudio]

Condenser mics will sound better to most people when compared to a dynamic since condensers usually have enhanced high and low end. Of course though for some uses a dynamic is better even though a dynamic is not technically as accurate as a condenser.

[@blaizeisuplate]

yoo do you mind elaborating? what in your opinion are people not realizing

[@rasheedsaibu4147]

I'm a rapper but I also do light singing in my songs sometimes. Which one would yall recommend?

[@reonOfficial]

You know you gotta sub when Batman voice overs

[@theadam7598]

What is that audio processing software thing?????

[@Straightedge63]

for 99 that at2020 is amazing sounding. i dont really see the need to drop 400 for a sm7b when the at2020 does basically the same sound and to my ear, slightly better. thank you for this video!

[@BenoniStudio]

They are both great mics to have around. The AT2020 constantly surprises me in how it stacks up to other mics. The SM7B would be better at rejecting sound from the rear and the sides. It all depends on the source. Thanks for the view 👍

[@importfruchte]

AT2020 will be incredibly sensitive to room noise and other intrusive sounds... pc fans and such... a dynamic mic will be better for a streaming scenario etc where you don't have post processing available. mics in the $100-ish range also have a higher noise floor so you'll only get good results when you speak close to them, if you have to do preamp boosting the men will quickly separate themselves from the boys ($300 range mics are better in this regard)

[@NOCAAPONE]

thank you for keeping it 💯🙏🏽

[@Vekays]

I love the SM7B.

[@BenoniStudio]

It's a nice mic and very versatile for sure or should I say Shure.... huh....huh 🤣

[@Sttreg]

damn, i have tried a lot of settings in OBS Studio and I can't get my AT2020 to sound like this ... plus it will always pick up my keyboard if im typing while speaking

[@BenoniStudio]

Get That Pro Sound - Audio-Technica AT2020 (Podcast, KZbin, Voiceover) kzbin.info/www/bejne/nWGwc3-IaayefK8

[@tyisafk]

Virtual Audio Cables are a godsend for this if you use those in conjunction with OP's video tutorial. Get Cakewalk if you don't already have a DAW (Cakewalk is 100% free, but if you have Adobe Audition by chance, that works too), set hardware to match your sample rate and have your mic as the input and Virtual Audio Cable Input as the output. From there, arm the track for recording and have monitoring enabled and from there you can add your VSTs to handle EQ, Compression, etc and it'll all pass through the virtual cable, then in OBS set your mic to Virtual Audio Cable Output. Just make sure you always have Cakewalk running and save the project in case you have to reboot so your audio tweaks always remain the same. OBS's VST implementation isn't reliable, imo plus it doesn't support the Ozone VSTs I use, and using a DAW will ensure it's system-wide as long as you set your default mic to the virtual one.

[@Figrin]

at2020 did things to my heart

[@NVRLOSTT]

l have the NT1A right now and looking to get another mic, my room really isn't treated at all i only have the isolation shield lol and my voice isn't deep but lm trying to record rap vocals. can the 2020 still be good for me?

[@charlesleedouglas]

yes, definitely. i’m in the same position with a completely untreated room and the at2020 sounds great.

[@rossbrigolimusic]

Condenser naturally give more clarity, but they also pickup unwanted noise easily. It’s good for studio setups. Dynamic mic is good for noisy environmenta like live performances. Both sounded great in their own domains.

[@BrianVaughnVA]

I'm a little bit miffed only because you added a "subscribe" sound effect mid-presentation of the microphones....

[@BenoniStudio]

Unfortunately subscriptions are very important on KZbin. And, unfortunately, "calls-to-action" work. Since most people only watch the first part of a video, you have to put these calls to action in the first part of the video. I wish I did not have to remind folks to subscribe. I wish KZbin would rank videos higher even when the channel has a low sub count. But this is the reality we are faced with. Adding in "like" and "subscribe" calls to action takes time when editing a video. I would prefer to not do it. Adding in these graphics distracts from the video. I would prefer to not do it. But, they work. These videos take several days to create. If they don't make money, the channel will go away. If people don't subscribe, the videos don't make money, because they are not ranking. Just how it is.

[@ex0stasis72]

My favorite was the processed AT2020 sound. I wonder if removing that foam filter cap on that SM7B would fix what I don't like about it. It literally sounds like someone is speaking to me through foam.

[@BenoniStudio]

You will have more high end if you remove the foam. We do that test in the SM7B review video SHURE SM7B - REVEALED (Full Review & Demo) kzbin.info/www/bejne/jKOadJ-ge9CUmdk Just keep in mind, even though the AT2020 (or any condenser really) will sound "better" than a dynamic mic, it doesn't mean a condenser is the best for every project. Some people like the extended range of a condenser, but some people find podcasts or radio shows recorded with close mic'ed condensers to be too boomy (proximity effect) or too harsh on the high end.

[@sekhniashvili]

I have AT2020 and it has plosives when talking in 2-3 inches. How is thay not an issue in your case?

[@Inkawgneegrow]

Speaking off axis doesn’t help at all?

[@benabel886]

i make gaming commentary youtube videos and i use a blue snow ball ice mic and i put eq and noise removal and some compression and im in a room(my perants bedroom) with a bunch of crap in it so its kinda sound pruff but should i get the at 2020 or sm7b with a scarlett SOLO im a small channel like realy small so i have a small buget but should i just make more money then buy the sm7b. THANKS!!!!!!!!

[@BenoniStudio]

The SM7B will reject noise better than the AT2020, but the Scarlett Solo will not drive the SM7B. The SM7B requires a minimum of 60dB of gain. So you would need a pre-amp or Cloudlifter if you got the SM7B. The AT2020 is a great overall microphone that will work with the Scarlett Solo. So if your budget isn't at least $550, I'd go for the AT2020. You will be happy with it.

[@benabel886]

@@BenoniStudio ok thnks ill get the at 2020 THANK YOU!!!!!!!

[@motivepulse8473]

Can u walk us through the process of editing the sound of AT2020?

[@BenoniStudio]

Sure. I'll make a note and get to it soon. Thanks.

[@skillortzcsgoplayerrandom9317]

Witch sound card are you using ? Btw nice video 1 more sub

[@niganools1501]

Bout time boi!

[@pastorbenjames]

Which would you recommend for a podcaster that is using a Behringer 1204usb mixer and using GarageBand? Budget is a moderate concern.

[@BenoniStudio]

The Behringer mixer seems to have about 60db of gain for the mic pres. That is the absolute minimum you need for the SM7B. I've not used that mixer, so I don't know, but if you take the gain to 10 do you get any noise? Use headphones. Noise is usually increased when a pre-amp is driven hard, so for the SM7B you might want to consider getting something like a Cloudlifter or other pre-amp. That will take your price up to at least $500. (SM7B $399 + Cloudlifter type device ~$100) The AT2020 will work fine with the mixer, just turn phantom power on. They are both great mics, so let your budget determine what you get. If you go for the AT2020, you'll also probably want to get a windscreen or pop filter as well since it doesn't come with one.

[@AntonyWithoutanH]

I personally like the at2020 better I do have two of these at the moment and was thinking of selling and upgrading to the shure.... But I am not sure I'm going to now as only spending more doesnt mean upgrade. I do prefer the shure look for videos and podcast recording (if you also use a cam for podcast). But a pop sock pull very tight on the at2020 can look similar. Sound wise I have never had issues with the at2020 apart from a little tweaking on picking up too much bass in my voice but hey easy fix. The shure was and is used for voice overs and to record MJ's thriller song but that was decades ago now and that was the best around then. My opinion for the price the build quality and sound the at2020 wins for me.

[@marles139]

He's in an treated room, in an untreated room the sm7b would sound much better.

[@kev_633]

I have the sm7b, re20, at2020, and nt1a. I like the nt1a the most with my vocal range but at2020 comes in close second. I'm looking to sell my dynamic mics.

[@JpDubbed]

I have both. Both don't sound as good as I thought they would for vocals. I get hiss on the 7b and less hiss but shittier quality on the 2020. So how do I actually get a clean signal then??? I can't seem to get rid of the background hiss on my sm7b when talking into it. My setup is pretty basic, I think. I have an SM7b -> Cloudlifter -> Mackie 8-ch ProFX Mixer w/USB coming out via aux send to an ART USBMix - 3 Channel USB Mixer -> into Logic Pro x.

[@BenoniStudio]

Why are you using two mixers? That could be the source of the noise. It could also be the pre-amps of the mixers. Some are noisier than others. Can you strip things down and try using just one interface?

[@JpDubbed]

@@BenoniStudio I need to record with the mic. The art mixer is an interface, kind of a mixer, but eh, not really. I don't think the mackie mixer is actually an interface though..i think its just a mixer. I use the art interface so I can send the mic sound (going into the mackie) back into my computer. But yeah I can try stripping it down....I dont know how I'd get the sound from the mackie into the computer though......

[@JpDubbed]

@@BenoniStudio See...also, I would be very inclined to believe it was just an "I'm using too much stuff" issue, BUT I hear the background hiss from my headphones which are plugged directly into the mackie mixer, which is directly receiving the shure sm7b 🤷🏼‍♂️🤷🏼‍♂️

[@BenoniStudio]

Are you sure the hiss isn't from the Mackie pre-amps? Do you hear the hiss with other mics? Does the Mackie have multiple pre-amps? Do they all give you hiss? Have you tried any other XLR cables to rule that out?

[@JpDubbed]

@@BenoniStudio I have not tried different xlr cables, no. The cables should be fine though. I can test that out. From what I remember, no i don't remember getting hiss with the 2020. I'm not sure actually if the mackie has multiple preamps. I'm pretty new to the audio side of things to be honest.

[@azark9065]

I subbed this video was great!!

[@BenoniStudio]

Thanks 👍

[@JessicaMaeve]

That intro though 😂🔥🤘🏼

[@nateiverson8681]

What about noise rejection or plosives?? Surely the SM7B is much better than the AT2020 in respect to these. The SM7B comes with a foam shield and a metal grate so pops should be significantly less of an issue. Love the AT2020, I've owned 3 of them. If you are recording in less than a sound isolated environment not having to worry as much about pops and having better noise reduction may be worth the cost so you may still want to consider the SM7B.

[@johndavidhoward]

Huge point here, The AT2020 being a condenser mic has been very challenging in my environment. I live in the inner city and I can't fit a vocal booth in my tiny apartment.. It's almost impossible to tame, whereas I borrowed a dynamic mic from a friend for a project and it was 100x cleaner/better, it wasn't an SM7B and I didn't LOVE the tone and had to EQ but it was worth the trade-off for capturing a clean vocal. You're also correct about the plosives.

[@buisaigon1]

Easy to assemble, good strong materials, feels good, looks good.

[@kevin7238]

The at2020 sounds more natural

[@KamiKarma006]

Lies 😂it’s just cheaper if you’re a singer or rapper get the sm7b

[@kaziabrar.]

@@KamiKarma006 salty sm7b user, sad that you had to pay more.

[@Shadow-oq2th]

@@kaziabrar. triggered poor at2020 user thinks his mic sounds good but it sounds so bad and can't afford a good sounding mic

[@MixedApparitions]

@@Shadow-oq2th Yikes. People like you so obsessed over gear and can't focus on creating moving music. Unless you just stream videogames or something?

[@marles139]

@@kaziabrar. The at2020 sounds worse than my phone's mic, it's one of the worst mics i've ever used.

[@marksecoquian4881]

legendary content

[@fallingskies3337]

The shure just sounds so much better to me, and it would definitely serve my purpose of recording vocals better

[@austinblackburn8095]

Especially close up its proximity effect is so much more smooth and doesn't sound as weird as the at2020 really close up.

[@therealjackfisher]

The thing that makes SHURE SM7B better is durability. It dont require phantom power and so it is not in risk of being blown up by someone forgetting to turn off phantom power before plugging in and out stuff. For a dynamic mic it is the absolute best. There is no way around if you want a dynamic mic with a sound of condenser you get SHURE SM7B. There are no alternatives and it does not look like there will be any alternatives any soon.

[@DailyRiot]

I love the SM7B but if you want a dynamic with a condenser sound the Sennheisers are the best for this. Frankly SM7B is king of the hill when it comes to what it does and that's a smooth mellow voicing for long form content. The "condenser" sound is harsh more clinical, unless you get a vintage voiced condenser.

[@nayel4744]

I mean they almost sound super similar and have a $300 price difference, I think we can all agree on which one is a better purchase!

[@EnvisionedBlindness]

I actually like the audio technical more tbh. It seems to have more high range, and in the hardcore vocals I plan to be recording it seems to be what I'm looking for. Any thoughts?

[@BenoniStudio]

If you are going to be doing hardcore vocals like screaming, I would actually suggest a dynamic microphone if you can only afford one. A common technique to use for screaming is a dynamic and condenser at the same time. Sometimes even a handheld dynamic so you can cup the mic for guttural growls. There's no problem with using just a condenser, but you'll have to develop good mic technique to avoid overloading it when screaming.

[@EnvisionedBlindness]

@@BenoniStudio I definitely can afford the dynamic and I appreciate the response because that's exactly what I'm looking for in a mic. Thanks

[@MrPeezySleezy]

@@EnvisionedBlindness SM58 is a great choice for hardcore vocals. And please GOD do not cup the mic in a studio setting... for live shows, I get it. But all you're doing is damaging the quality of the recording. You can get said effect with processing without losing any of your width.

[@EnvisionedBlindness]

@@MrPeezySleezy a good way to get dismissed is to assume you're talking to some kind of noob

[@MrPeezySleezy]

@@EnvisionedBlindness Well, referring to a very well known brand as "Audio Technical" and asking what kind of type of microphone to use for a certain style of audio is a good way to get dismissed as "some kind of noob." I wasn't trying to be rude. Just trying to help in any way I can. Good luck.

[@patricklong9227]

Is Nectar audio only used for editing or could I use it live for say online gaming. Or should I get a gate and plug it into my preamp?

[@BenoniStudio]

You could try it live, but if you monitor the signal it may be a bit delayed depending on the processors you are using, so you may want to monitor the direct. You can get the trial of Nectar and see if it works for what you need.

[@montereycalifornia]

Awesome Video!!! I like the AT2020 better.

[@oridoron7]

You can't check microphones without testing different frequencies intensity. You should've sing in a wide range (go lower pitches and high as you can), and even bring a female singer (supran will be best) to test those high frequencies respond. Otherwise you just talk, which is ok for Rap or Podcast recording. Don't get me wrong, great video and effort, just a bit incomplete. Cheers.

[@ashavari]

THISSSS

[@girltarist]

i figured you were a wwe fan!!! especially every time you said RAW and legendary... and pretty much everything about this video ....XD

[@girltarist]

great comparison video, by the way. I don't have to upgrade from my AT2020 thanks to you! ^_^

[@SK-pn1pe]

I'm not hearing any dramatic difference for the price jump. For 1/4 the price, why wouldn't you get the 2020.

[@marles139]

He's using a good preamp, for the average person an sm7b will sound much better.

[@3D1ofakind]

SM7B has great overall range, but sounds muffled in the higher frequencies due to its great bass pickup, which is great if you have a deeper voice, or plan on doing purely podcast/vocal only content as it fills the whole spectrum. But for vocals in music it's a completely different story. You'll be equalizing a lot of what makes the SM7B sound how it does to fit well into tracks. Trust me, the SM7B is a better microphone, just not for everything. I always find myself turning down the bass output on my monitors whenever I hear someone using the SM7B with default EQ.

[@brittonrea982]

Did you use a cloud lifter for the sm7b? What preamp did you use? Without this information this video is really worthless.

[@Betoruffo]

I’m 90% sure he did

[@rwxrw]

Good shit man

[@johnnythegreek112]

The AT2020 with a cloudlifter is a game-changer. The SM7B is good but not as good value as the AT2020.

[@ChrisGen]

OOOHHHHH MMMYYYY GOOOODDDDD!!!!!!!

[@maximus8645]

What?

[@GnogginGnome]

Ok now this is epic

[@cooperbarton9727]

The sm7b only goes down to 50hz?! Thats what a G1? My lowest note is an A1 so I don't think this would do for me as a bass.

[@ikechicoreralation]

The build up 😂

[@jaimelee817]

This is so intense

[@tamnamsaumot]

Actually, comparing between a Condenser Mic and a Dynamic Mic makes no sense... They have different usages

[@BenoniStudio]

Hence why you compare...

[@anthonygrilli4919]

After working with both, the sm7b wins to me because of the much lower noise floor.

[@anthonygrilli4919]

I also can’t be more biased because the at2020 isn’t on any albums I’ve heard as far as I know.

[@TROYVIXIOUS]

i fucking love this video

[@BrentChamberlin]

I find it so funny that people are comparing apples to oranges. You are taking a $99 large diaphragm condenser microphone and comparing it to $399 large diaphragm dynamic microphone. (Not to mention the A-T is much more open...B/C condensers offer a wider frequency response.)

[@xaysha8257]

Because if you have done your research these two pop up continually for vocalists in particular, so comparing these for me was a great idea,

[@theintunity]

The at2020 usb is almost 1/5th the price of of the SM7B in my country (85 euros for the at2020 xlr and 375 for the SM7B). Absolute steal of a microphone. It's as expensive as a Modmic 5.0 while sounding considerably more natural and it picks up my lower voice better. Very sensitive to aimbient noise and vibrations though, definitely needs a good stand with shock mount and if you're sitting 1 inch from your mic, get a pop filter aswell.

[@artnotate]

Can't believe how much better the at2020 sounds lol

[@marles139]

I can't believe how terrible your ears are.

[@KamiKarma006]

I’m seeing a lot of people making judgement calls based off price and not the quality of you want to sound professional get the Sm7b it’s a reason why Joe Rogan and most major podcast use the mic and if you are singing or rapping and you are or have a good engineer go with the Sm7b especially if you’re doing rock

[@DAV1DXAV1ER]

Audio Technica 2020's build quality is just as good as Shure, have you ever held one in your hand? They look just as good as some mics that cost up to $3k. No one is judging by price, we are simply given our opinion what sounds better as the video asks us to decide. AT2020

[@marles139]

@@DAV1DXAV1ER He's in a treated room, in an untreated room the sm7b would sound much better.

[@HeroOfTheWeb]

whats the outro song?

[@rodrigosmergerequest]

Mics have different uses, imho. Record a interview with the at2020 would be very hard, but voice over would sound better.

[@austinblackburn8095]

I thought it was the other way round and voice over actors use dynamic mics like the shure and people doing interviews would use condenser like at2020. But I really don't know much about mics so I could be wrong.

[@philippeaboussouan2361]

As en AV tech and podcast expert, I would go for the Electro-Voice RE20 mic (I love the deep bassy voice) but right now I’ve got a 3 mic setup using 3 audio-technica at2020 in a sound treated room and my podcasts are sounding GREAT (for the price I payed for the mics). So I don’t know why you are saying that? Condensors and dynamics are 2 different types of mics. Both are great types Condensors are more sensitive and need 48v/phantom power plus you have to use them in a acouticaly perfect room to get the best out of them. Dynamics are less sensitive but you can use them without 48V/phantom power and in a room that is not acousticaly perfect and get great results. Why do you think condensors are more for studio as to dynamics are more for live events?

[@BillGraper]

I don't care for the sound of Shure mics. I have a cheaper one & it has too much mid-tone, which I hate. The at 2020 wins this battle hands down!

[@JoshuaThomasGray]

so epic.

[@maggielo9855]

LOL great edit. thanks

[@cozme28]

WWE review. :) kudos bro.

[@BenoniStudio]

Thanks for the view, enjoy CAUSE BENONISTUDIO SAYS SO! 🤣

[@NickS23-mp3]

Does the interphase HAVE to be connected into a computer for the mic to turn on???

[@BenoniStudio]

Depends on the interface. Some have standalone capability. but in general you would need your interface connected - otherwise you can't record anything.

[@giordano-bruno]

Not my friend

[@Toilet_Sniper]

I think the Shure SM7B sounds a bit smoother and less fatiguing, so better.

[@ampfly9601]

AT2020 👍🏾

[@L8BLOOMERSTv901]

TruthDaGod on all platforms

[@GorayceGrace]

Who else got a shure advert

[@ztrinx1423]

its funny how the at2020 sounds better LMFAO

[@issatr4p]

but how can you compare a $100 microphone to a $400 microphone?

[@BenoniStudio]

to see what they sound like....?

[@issatr4p]

oh

[@DAV1DXAV1ER]

@@issatr4p AT2020 Sounds better and costs 4x less. For someone starting out, budget is important.

[@RattWorld]

shure sm7b honestly

[@matrixate]

It's like comparing a Toyota Camry to a Ferrari.

[@nttv1095]

The whole comment section has a bad taste for audio, the at 2020 is not crisper or better, you just have bad tastes for hearing, the sm7b is a legendary microphone that has been used in radio shows and professional recording studios, and used for MJ's thriller album, and has been around for 40 years, I'm not gonna scroll through the comments and sit here listening to deaf people talking about how a xlr version of a plug and play budget microphone sounds better than a professional grade level industry standard microphone, get better hearing yall and if there is hissing then he didnt use a cloudlifter Cl-1 or fethead.

[@nttv1095]

Not to mention that he used the sm7b wrong, it's a dynamic microphone and bc he said he was 6 inches away that's too far from the mic, he has to be right up to the mic for it to work properly, this was an unfair test because he didnt try to get the full effect from the mic.

[@BenoniStudio]

There are tests at several distances. 2-6 inches is within the tolerance of most dynamic mics at normal gain settings.