Bandrew: "I'm back with the most expensive mic I've ever used". U87, TLM103, MKH416: Allow us to introduce ourselves.
@kc-ug6gu3 жыл бұрын
U67:- Allow Me to introduce my self
@deer2673 жыл бұрын
by the time this was the most expensive microphone he reviewed
@distantsignal6 жыл бұрын
This is the best review of the TLM-102 I've seen yet. Very creative, funny stuff while including good, solid real-world facts. And not just another worthless "unboxing" video. I cannot understand why those get so many views. I do lots of voiceovers and I've used a Senn 414 shotgun for 15 years, but it's getting old and has been banged around some. Considering this Neumann to replace it, and this TLM 102 is about $400 cheaper than a new MKH416. Your review helps my decision a lot. Thanks!
@Podcastage6 жыл бұрын
Distant Signal you’re very kind. Might I also suggest checking out booth junkies channel since he reviewed the tlm103 and mkh416.
@deweybarbaree81533 жыл бұрын
Great sounding mic. Well balanced from lows, thru the mids, and highs. Seems to handle plosives well too.
@danboud81357 жыл бұрын
Bandrew's reviewing a Neumann?!?! /dims lights, pours glass of wine, gets comfy Continue
@Kevinfordsynthesizers9 ай бұрын
6 yrs on and you have just sold it to me sir, buying now.
@reddeadryan785 жыл бұрын
Great setup for a entry level-pro home studio as well. (Tlm 102 + scarlett 2i2)
@veerchasm16 жыл бұрын
Great video. I appreciate the quick edits comparing mic positions and different instruments. Makes it easy to tell how the mic responds.
@edoardotomei81952 жыл бұрын
I’m seeing this video in 2022 and hen you said this was the most expansive mic you’ve ever used I thought it was a joke 😂 I LOVE YOUR VIDEOS
@abrahamlara45947 жыл бұрын
I knew that this day will come... When Bandrew reviews a Neumann mic with a price tag over 500 dollars!!!1 Indeed, it looks amazing and the voice capture is just beautiful, just remember to secure it on your security vault underground with 6 series of security doors that opens with the songs that you use to sing when doing the voice-instrument combo.
@Podcastage7 жыл бұрын
I might take it to Gringotts Wizarding Bank
@iangarner6240 Жыл бұрын
Just found your videos because Im looking to upgrade mics, so far I find your test videos to be the best and most thorough I've found regardless of which mic I look up, thank you!
@nabeelbankosly21637 жыл бұрын
I just can't stop watching you
@user-ku5gr1ts6n5 ай бұрын
🤔
@sirnigelcogs7 жыл бұрын
Now that's a beautiful bit of kit. It's really a great vocal microphone.
@Podcastage7 жыл бұрын
When I first opened it, I wasn't expecting it to be so beautiful.
@yoericktv96105 жыл бұрын
Loved the way this thing sounds on voice and strings, even bass.
@thelovebat2 жыл бұрын
For anyone wanting to do voiceovers as a career, this seems like the ideal microphone to go for because of the clarity of the voice, and as you said the build quality is excellent so you can probably use the mic for a very long time in a home studio setup for voiceovers or for singing. Being made in Germany as opposed to being made in China or something similar I think contributes to the build quality, anytime you get a mic that's made in Europe or the USA the build quality is likely to be much better due to the more skilled labor going into making it. In the time of Covid, having a good quality mic for a home studio seems to be a bigger deal these days since many people are working from home. And the Neumann TLM 102 seems like a well made, versatile microphone with picture perfect sound for spoken voices if you wanted to record auditions or voiceovers from home for voice acting or recording audio for commercials.
@capferrat2776 жыл бұрын
I own one and i did a ton of A/B testing before buying and the TLM102 absolutely blows away anything else in its class. When you run it through a good pre amp (not a Scarlett 2i2 lol) but a nice tube pre amp, it punches WAY above its weight and can compete with mics costing in the thousands.
@AraVids6 жыл бұрын
i have the scarlett solo and it seems like this mic isnt meant for it. it doesnt let me record in 192,000 and for some reason it doesnt sound clean like all these youtubers show
@reiniersacerio93346 жыл бұрын
I have the apollo twin solo and with the plugins it sounds as good as it was connected with a tube pre amp
@AraVids6 жыл бұрын
Mr sacerio is the apollo twin solo only for mac? Or does it work with pc? If not then what's a good PC interface for this mic?
@reiniersacerio93346 жыл бұрын
AR4 it works for windows as well. You need to get the thunderbolt to usb-c connector. The interface does not come with a cable just the box and power adapter
@humez915 жыл бұрын
war are good preamps besides apollo twin? They say the solo is too weak and duo is too expensive for me. I was going for the Scarlett 2i2 but now you made me rethink it.
@chiara_marcon4 жыл бұрын
It's my mic, and I love it ❤️! Thanks for this review/test
@mzonemusicful22 күн бұрын
Ok just got this mic and I can say it’s a smooth sounding mic. I have an AKG C214 that I love for modern pop and r&b female and male vocals. I think Imay actually keep that one as well. This TLM is in a different league it sound processed in a way which is really good. Like im listening to the radio it’s strange.. Im finally part of that Neumann family because of your video bro so thanks for your content bro it helps more people than you know and that’s why its so important to remand transparent In these reviews some people base no on your suggestions alone. AWESOME video as usual. Ok im done rambling 😂
@evileyevirtue7 жыл бұрын
$700 AND NO STICKER?!?!?! Automatic pass on this microphone...
@TheSilentEvil7 жыл бұрын
David Handy I thought I listened it wrong..
@ironmatic17 жыл бұрын
David Handy Who the fuck would want a tacky sticker with their mic?
@johnjackson89027 жыл бұрын
ironmatic 1 He was making a joke.
@alexe83757 жыл бұрын
ironmatic 1 joke jōk/ noun 1. a thing that someone says to cause amusement or laughter, especially a story with a funny punchline. "she was in a mood to tell jokes" synonyms:funny story, jest, witticism, quip; More verb 1. make jokes; talk humorously or flippantly. "she could laugh and joke with her colleagues" synonyms:tell jokes, crack jokes; More
@EricLefebvrePhotography7 жыл бұрын
IronMatic It's an ongoing inside joke on this channel. We should really do a remix of his sticker rants. :)
@NoahNelson7 жыл бұрын
Holy crap! You bought a TLM-102?!
@RageElixir3 жыл бұрын
im getting this
@Podcastage3 жыл бұрын
Great choice man. This mic is pretty damn great.
@RageElixir3 жыл бұрын
Podcastage I watched all your videos on it, thanks for going in depth
@Podcastage3 жыл бұрын
My pleasure. Hope you enjoy it!
@aidanswiftofficial3 жыл бұрын
oh man, didn't expect you here
@StevenSoto3 жыл бұрын
Fire !
@user-uk3jb6lx3c7 жыл бұрын
Congrats on 40K!!! Here's to 40 more!! Keep it up Bandrew. :)
@Podcastage7 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!!!
@user-uk3jb6lx3c7 жыл бұрын
You deserve way more subs,views, and likes man! I hope your channel blows up! (Not literally you know what I mean) :)
@venezia98677 жыл бұрын
Your videos are just really fascinating and relaxing to watch, Im suprised you're dont have 1mil subscribers yet, you really should.
@valeryivinskikh77213 жыл бұрын
Just have bought "this guy". Thank you for all your reviews !!!
@dankazama093 жыл бұрын
Me too.. YOLO moment
@SavoPaddy3 жыл бұрын
Super helpful, have looked at so many of your videos and ended up choosing TLM102. Really appreciate the insight
@photorooster88655 жыл бұрын
Being a Neumann you knew performance would be great. If owning a Neumann isn't important you can buy a matched pair of Roswell Mini 47's for about the same price and still have the performance. Nice review!
@ferozegaming54hd397 жыл бұрын
Congrats Andrew 40 k subs I am sitting with 35 your videos help me out alot I love them thanks helping small KZbinrs
@Podcastage7 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much! Really appreciate it.
@thisisbuster4 жыл бұрын
Hands down the best mic ever imo
@kc-ug6gu3 жыл бұрын
hands down i agree with you
@Kay_Locc2 жыл бұрын
@@kc-ug6gu do you think I should save my money and get the 102 over the 103?
@MeTuLHeD7 жыл бұрын
Great review my man. Neumann's are golden. Hey Bandrew. You just gotta review the Roswell Pro Audio Mini K47. It's a way cool U47 clone at a stupidly low price.
@D9Beats4 жыл бұрын
Dude you need to make a full song out of "some expensive mics" that song is a hit
@JEOfficialMusic5 жыл бұрын
If you’re a singer songwriter producer like me something like this is mandatory if you really care about the difference in your sound. Not to mention save you money from going to the studio.
@JT_Saenz4 жыл бұрын
I seriously cannot wait to try this baby out! .....just awaiting a Scarlet 2i2 in order to start recording, but it cannot arrive soon enough!! 😭🙏🏽
@ishtamas97484 жыл бұрын
I just came into around $10k in microphones. I know nothing about them. Thank you for this.
@prexst3 жыл бұрын
Wow! Congrats. Looking to sell any?
@ishtamas97483 жыл бұрын
@@prexst I’ve sold a few since then on eBay and stuff
@pip55286 жыл бұрын
Shock mounts are necessary. Pop filters aren't because you can angle it at your mouth and not have it directly in front of it, but you can use a pop filter if you want.
@jettsom4 жыл бұрын
I really love this mic. It is so versatile. This is the best mic in this price category. The only downside is that it is very very sensitive and you need some sound proofing of some sort in your studio.
@theprogrammerrolandmc30394 жыл бұрын
it's for home studio's it's not a high end mic it's a budget neumann.
@thomas.cloutier-guay3 жыл бұрын
If acoustic is still an issue for you, try looking into dynamic mic, you can also try putting moving blankets for acoustic treatment on the cheap( will mostly affect treble reflection tho)
@QuantumGamingUploads2 жыл бұрын
@@theprogrammerrolandmc3039 so this mic not ideal for pro studios in general? Tlm a better option 103? What would you say would be the ideal mic for a studio? Thank You
@Tonyplat982 жыл бұрын
Yeah I noticed that also it's hyper sensitive and the noise floor is boosted on this mic.. There's nothing you can do unless you remove that in post you will have a buzzing noise on your recordings with it. I wanted to like it but settled on microphone parts mic that you build yourself and it sounds way better than the neumann. I'll be selling mine soon.
@diegoconti26464 ай бұрын
@@theprogrammerrolandmc3039 only the Neumann u87 is superior to it. The tlm is also better than the tlm 103.
@MattManChildMarshall4 жыл бұрын
This Mic will be legendary.
@DarkPa1adin7 жыл бұрын
this mic definitely blows NT1A, AT2035 out of the water! the "volume" or "body" is much fuller.
@carlosdavidlocutor7 жыл бұрын
I'm aiming at this TLM for my next primary microphone. I currently have a Rode NT1-A, no complaints at all, but that Neumann is just killer!
@carlosdavidlocutor Жыл бұрын
@@hugoneko Si, yo grabo en una habitación tratada acústicamente y aislada de ruidos lo mejor posible. Si no tienes una sala correctamente tratada acústicamente, lo mejor es que no compres un Neumann como este,. Primero trata y aísla bien tu sala, y luego puedes pensar en uno así. Yo al final me decanté por un Neumann TLM 103.
@novusordoseclorum19153 жыл бұрын
Should you Upgrade the Interface or does the 2i2 does the trick?
@JoeStuffzAlt2 жыл бұрын
The TLM 102 especially caught my attention with the used prices.
@kesamek85374 жыл бұрын
A very in-your-face bright sound if you need that style. An excellent review.
@ChromeShade Жыл бұрын
That sounds phenomenal. I love it
@edgarshoe2 жыл бұрын
can't argue with the sound. wish it at least came with a nice protective case and at the very least a shock mount.
@hoodiecloudd Жыл бұрын
I’ve been rapping with a AKG 420 and listening to your voice bro this is the mic for me , crystal clear it’s time to upgrade even in 2022 , otherwise do you have any other recommendations?? I’m a serious rap artist looking for just natural clean vocals , top of the line get back to me if you can
@fairfaxb1600 Жыл бұрын
Grab a 102 with an audient id22 bro it’s magic, my latest song was tracked with that
@fairfaxb1600 Жыл бұрын
It’s a lot better than the Apollo twin x in my opinion
@joelrose85144 жыл бұрын
With no pop filter. Wow. Sounds so good.
@lionheartroar31044 жыл бұрын
I broadcast online with this microphone, and it makes a huge difference.
@luisHARLEYLUIS7 жыл бұрын
Good, short and sweet. Nice Job. Keep it up.
@Podcastage7 жыл бұрын
Hey thanks!
@TheSilentEvil7 жыл бұрын
Obviously you're going to get the microphone!
@hassanamin40147 жыл бұрын
you get the 5/8" to 3/8" microphone's stand adapter!
@RD-qp3li7 жыл бұрын
And you get some documentation !
@cybermonkey49857 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info @Podcastage rly helpful 😃😃😃😃
@noanoa548410 ай бұрын
Hey :) Don't you find that the TLM 102 sounds more like a sensitive dynamic than a condenser? I find it rather narrow sounding and therefore not good enough for professional folk vocals for instance. Am I wrong? It's a shame because I love the sweet velvety character it has.
@nobodyhome37533 жыл бұрын
My favorite microphone
@ashurgeorge46047 жыл бұрын
Has a really clean natural sound.
@DaneBryantFrazier3 ай бұрын
Deciding between this and the WA-87 primarily for vocals, but as well as acoustic guitars and percussion. Difficult choice. Anyone have any advice?
@COZYFORREAL2 ай бұрын
@podcastage did you know that neumann dropped TLM 102 quality recently? New series have a very doll sound with boosted lows
@MrSasUGames6 жыл бұрын
Best test on youtube! Thanks! : D
@Podcastage6 жыл бұрын
Thank you kindly. That makes me happy to hear. =)
@Up_All_Night7 жыл бұрын
Well that cured my Neumann lust in less than five minutes. Not that the Neumann sounds bad or anything, but how good some cheaper condensers sound, and how fast diminishing returns can diminish.
@EricLefebvrePhotography7 жыл бұрын
When recording in a properly treated whisper room you can tell the difference more. Our cheap mics have a louder noise floor and typically don;t have as smooth a sound with often harsh highs. They can defenitly work but if you are at the point where you are building a whisper room so you can record for large contracts these higher end mics start to be more important ... or so I'm told.
@ImRichardShepherd3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, bro! Great video!
@ontogeny64742 жыл бұрын
Seems to tame semblance nicely too.
@LIGHTSNH33T4 жыл бұрын
Love my 102... u def need a external preamp to bring out that shine..
@officialstichel38244 жыл бұрын
What preamp do you use
@LIGHTSNH33T4 жыл бұрын
@@officialstichel3824 Golden Age Projects Pre 73 mkiii
@corrinhuddleston67814 жыл бұрын
Good explanation in this review!! Thanks
@AliBaba-vw7mo7 жыл бұрын
tq for this amazing vid!
@up88053 жыл бұрын
For a homerecording studio which Is the best for you? Obviously a professional mic ? for a home recording studio However Great this in the video
@matthooper50593 жыл бұрын
I use mine for home recording and I take it to other studios that have lesser mic's. I love this little baby.
@LouisLuzuka3 жыл бұрын
Wonderful review
@INFOXlive Жыл бұрын
Thank you for demonstration. Actually, voice over is a very broad topic with many various genres - advertisements, audiobooks, podcasts, narration, and so on. Choosing the wrong microphone for your voice and application can be frustrating and slow you down. A good microphone excites you. A microphone that isn't right for you won't help you develop your voice or other relevant talents. TLM 102 isn't it too difficult for residential use? It undoubtedly requires a shock mount and is not friendly with room acoustics. That mic requires a decent studio.
@Podcastage Жыл бұрын
Yes a mic that you enjoy that makes you confident is helpful. However, I don't agree that having a mic that's not right for you would hinder your development of talent. The recordings you're making will just be more difficult to process or maybe they won't sound exactly how you want them. I didn't have any issues with it in my residential recording use. But AudioHaze made a review of it and he lives in a noisier residential area and raised some very good points. AH video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/l6DWl6N8ntylfac
@INFOXlive Жыл бұрын
@@Podcastage thank you for response. I'll look into the video you linked to. Thanks! But, absolutely, different people react differently to problems. Voices might sound drastically different with two separate microphones. It is frustrating if the sound is dull and cuts out the most. What has been lost cannot be replaced. Obviously, faulty headphones can make your microphone sound bad as well. So it's not always so clear. By the way, I believe KZbin drastically reduces sound quality. Have you compared your initial voice-recording on your computer to your KZbin app? This could be an excellent concept for video as well?
@narmatovmusic32874 жыл бұрын
tlm 102 vs at4040, what's the best one?
@fizpop5 жыл бұрын
I will do no post-processing but will boost it in post, okie dokes :D :D
@swhammondbuildsreviews5 жыл бұрын
I'd love to hear you test the Violet Globe or Amethyst. They're having a 50% off "winter sale" right now-really interested in picking one up, but there's few places where I can actually hear them.
@nixgovekardjnix28883 жыл бұрын
hi... I got same mic but while recording it gives me problem.......glitchy sound comes while recording
@dirrtyb3133 жыл бұрын
I have to hit your page befo re I EVER MAKE A DECISION on a mic. You havent Ever steered me wrong bro. MAD props hopefully aLL IS Well with you fam
@totoroid2 жыл бұрын
this mic has a really low output, i have amplify and boost it a shit ton to just make it sound halfway normal even with gain above half on focusrite, am i missing something
@HarvinderSingh-yy8th5 ай бұрын
I think TLM is overall best budget high end cm.
@matthooper50594 жыл бұрын
Just got one. Love it!!!! It popped up on Amazon with the option for 5 monthly payments.....I couldn't say no.
@ahautevoix-voixoff-marseil65093 жыл бұрын
Great advice! Thanx!
@harshsuniltrivedi82846 жыл бұрын
The Song made me smile ;)
@PSORIK6 жыл бұрын
Я же верно понимаю, что запись происходит изначально на один канал, а после происходит сведение
@GamelutioN17 жыл бұрын
I think this mic doesn't handle the noise rejection feature very well.
@Podcastage7 жыл бұрын
Yeah it's designed with the tone of the mic more than rejecting background noise.
@EricLefebvrePhotography7 жыл бұрын
Would sound great in a whisper room.
@JohnnyDukane6 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the input...
@LEACHISRICH4 жыл бұрын
Excellent... Thanks
@RadOo7 жыл бұрын
I'm wondering if this mic will be you primary microphone or not, I think some group of people would like see some test between this and SM-7B, but I don't think this is fair one due to the price and personal preferences.
@Podcastage7 жыл бұрын
I love how this makes my voice sound, but I won't be using it for my podcast because I don't have a fully treated room and it wasn't designed with background noise rejection in mind.
@younglove.music28677 жыл бұрын
Podcastage bandrew buddy can I take the mic off your hands?
@cdrom164 жыл бұрын
Do you leave the Foam in the capsule or remove it?
@stocksight7 жыл бұрын
Bandrew, great and interesting review! You also really like the Rode NT1, how would you compare the two? The NT1 sounded great during your review and as I recall is you daily broadcast mic and costs a lot less ???. SE Electronics (2200a II) also makes quality microphones at reasonable (not cheap) cost. Thanks
@phillyman50002 жыл бұрын
Sounds good....do you think the Neumann TLM 103 is better? It is more expensive but is the TLM worth the additional $$$?
@waltertomaszewski10836 жыл бұрын
It's also great on grand piano and string orchestra.
@riktascale45 жыл бұрын
Great review.
@Eternal2742 жыл бұрын
where can you find TLM 102 sound drivers???
@SherYarKhanOfficial4 жыл бұрын
Hiya, Which one would you recommend for recording male vocals TLM 103 or AT4040?
@vismaypatelmusic5 жыл бұрын
Please review Tascam t80 Condensor Microphone...
@xxmichi16xx137 жыл бұрын
1:28 ?bm 800? lol but I can understand the rebranding with the name nw
@jesusflores21215 жыл бұрын
Sounds great!!! Is it $3-400 worth better? Idk, depends on what you want out of it.
@spadeguzman60012 жыл бұрын
is this better then the bluebird mic
@karanshahi60473 жыл бұрын
Neumann TLM 102 vs AKG C212? Which one is better for vocals and raps? Thank you for your suggestions!
@DaveStarr100.37 жыл бұрын
Love it. It's a great part of my locker
@DaveStarr100.37 жыл бұрын
Andrew M. Sheppard the mackie is my work horse for mid level Productions, I don't do anything major on anything less than my wheatstone lol LX24. Lovingly funded by a relatively lucrative radio contract I had last year. I love that thing. #ManCardIntact
@DaveStarr100.37 жыл бұрын
Andrew M. Sheppard don't ask the man to do that lol that's cruel!
@DaveStarr100.37 жыл бұрын
Andrew M. Sheppard you're on your own there lol
@jKHAHN215PA2 жыл бұрын
Best shock mount and pop filter??
@henrikpetersson34636 жыл бұрын
Really expensive? I think it's very affordable. Expensive mics are over $1500 for me.
@Podcastage6 жыл бұрын
Enjoy the expensive mics. =)
@henrikpetersson34636 жыл бұрын
Hah, thanks! I'm enjoying the TLM102 a lot though! Fantastic little workhorse mic for the money. I think the whole TLM line is great. The 107 and 67 are my favorites, then the 102.
@theteddychannel85296 жыл бұрын
The tlm 103 is my go to and it's great, for the moment i'm using a beyerdynamic mc 930
@theteddychannel85296 жыл бұрын
Lol that's funny because they actually belong to my dad, who's a voice actor and so y'know lmao
@yvngcashtro5 жыл бұрын
Good for you....
@samradhkrishna95423 жыл бұрын
Best mic reviewer in youtube
@AbhishekRajput-zq7xi2 жыл бұрын
Is it a good idea to remove the foam inside the grill for a presence boost, what drawbacks it might have if i do so ??
@thoughtius10514 жыл бұрын
You. Friggin. Rock. Stay Golden.📡
@JoshuaMeek-Wicker Жыл бұрын
keep in mind this is an rf condensor mic not a fet, wayyyy better for all weather conditions and has very low self noise because of the low voltage to the diapraghm
@Podcastage Жыл бұрын
Thanks for that information that's great to know.
@DragoFTWTM7 жыл бұрын
Make a song with the mic its a complete studio mic it would be amazing
@malinikolineklauseth Жыл бұрын
I just got one, its soo cute! I'm a bit confused as to why I need to set the gain to around 2-3 o'clock when my Focusrite Itrack solo has the same amount of gain as the Scarlett. Does anyone know?
@mroctober36574 жыл бұрын
You recommend a pop-filter with this mic but it already has an in-built pop filter. Wouldn't using a second external pop filter be detrimental?
@maybedrouet4 жыл бұрын
Where do you see that the mic comes with a built-in pop filter? In the operating manual, they refer to it as an accessory that is recommended.
@mroctober36574 жыл бұрын
@@maybedrouet It's a piece of foam placed inside the actual basket of the microphone. You can see in this video where the guy removes it kzbin.info/www/bejne/hZK7i3Rpat5rpKc