I've got this one and used it recently for live radio interviews and it worked really well and several colleagues commented on how great it sounded.
@loublacksail1614 Жыл бұрын
YOU are the best reviewer on KZbin for microphones that I have found. I love how consistent and honest you are and you sport a very professional approach to help others select mics for their specific variables. I appreciate you, and hope you get sponsored by Neuman! THANK YOU! (Yes I did yell that just now).
@slawsonscot3 жыл бұрын
Been using this mic for years and love its flat response - pairs beautifully with a TC Helicon Mic Mechanic for live use! Thanks for the reviews!
@mr_hppd3484 жыл бұрын
I thought this was a new microphone! It came out 10 years ago. You did a review of the m3 in 2017. You should do a comparison video of the m2 and the m3. Which one is better for vocals?
@RayOrtega5 жыл бұрын
Stickkkkkkersssss!!! And yay, this is a perfect mic for those condenser vs dynamic mic background rejection tests and burning questions!! 🔥
@RayOrtega5 жыл бұрын
Hmmm unless the AT mic you threw in has a straight up cardioid pattern not super with a rear lobe.
@kooimma40044 жыл бұрын
I think it will work better on quieter stages. It's sensitivity and polar pattern doesn't help much with rejecting loud stage noises, even though it's super cardiod. I once used two of the M2s on a loud stage and I quickly had to change them. They picked too much stage noise, even the cardiod SM58 performed way better in that regard.
@upperdeckhomestudio45393 жыл бұрын
I hope you could do a review of M2's wireless version, the TX-M2. Love all your reviews! They have been really helpful to me in choosing gears for my studio. Thank you, Podcastage!
@jamesfraser91105 жыл бұрын
Been waiting for this review for months. Nice. Thanks for the clear review. Keep them coming :)
@Al_Mac1255 жыл бұрын
The best mic reviews bar none, top stuff 👍👍👍
@mprater865 жыл бұрын
Sweet guitar solo! I like how it fades right into the acoustic :D
@stealthyBLK3 жыл бұрын
you give great reviews one of the best reviewers ive seen on youtube
@Kragatar5 жыл бұрын
That mic does sound excellent. That was some impressive handling noise rejection too.
@ziiip86763 жыл бұрын
You have some of THE BEST mic reviews on the internet thank you for these!!! Extremely helpful 🙏
@step_losev7 ай бұрын
Got it today as replacement to my old cheap dynamic, and this mic is a piece of engineering, i can tell.
@mv97874 жыл бұрын
I had to re-listen the intro, it was great! :) Very good review also. I like your style. It is very fun, informative and to the point. I've used Rode M2 almost for a year in a band and it's been absolutely a great microphone. I use it with Soundcraft mixer. No feedback issues and sound and control in vocals are great!
@MrSupersia4 жыл бұрын
Just bought this mic today and thanks for the cool review, I'm going to be doing voice overs and some recording of songs so thanks man appreciate the video
@samnicholson50513 жыл бұрын
5:35 -44dBv is actually a very high sensitivity as far as stage mics like this go, including stage condensers. That makes it nearly thrice as loud as a 58, and is the same level as some quieter studio SDCs like the c1000s and the SM81.
@SquidofBaconator5 жыл бұрын
Good, it has a sticker. 10/10
@KrattixTRASH5 жыл бұрын
,,but I can't take this damn things anymore''
@mcnegaong5 жыл бұрын
BRING THE MIC Alctron MC410??? , CONTINUE WITH THIS INCREDIBLE JOB, I AM HERE FROM BRAZIL AND I ACCOMPANY ALL YOUR VIDEOS
@SpoonyPizzas5 жыл бұрын
What's the best mic for streaming games? I'm currently using the Q2U Samson which I'm really enjoying but if money is no object.... What would you recommend? Including audio interface. I do not want to edit or adjust as I'm streaming... Cheers
@DarkPa1adin5 жыл бұрын
dynamic mic Sennheiser E935? apollo twin? see painfullyhonesttech’s setup.
@BBQCrasher5 жыл бұрын
Finally a great microphone that you like in at a great price point! This has now made it to my buy list thank you.
@TheIndieGamer5 жыл бұрын
Always look forward to you picking up the guitars - awesome stuff. And fantastic review as always! 👍😁
@slawsonscot Жыл бұрын
Just an addition to my previous comment - we use a number of these in a church context and two of them have been dropped over the years, causing the flimsy plastic mount to snap. I’ve repaired them with loom bands/small elastic bands and they’re working fine with that, but just a heads-up that it is a huge weakness. I wish they would make that part more robust because it would cost Rode next to nothing to do so.
@razersaitama45755 жыл бұрын
Audio technica and the rode mic comparison on the description should be 3:28 not 3:08
@hermangf98964 жыл бұрын
I like audio technica
4 жыл бұрын
I use rode m2 on my stage and recording.Love this microphone 😗
@pacovalo62924 жыл бұрын
Would like to know your thoughts on Audix om 5, 6, 7 stuff. Great review as always!
@tnfm75 жыл бұрын
Can you please add testing the ON/OFF switch to microphones that has them build in? Some of them makes a loud thump when we use them and could be a deal breaker for anyone wanted to use it.
@LeonBerrange4 жыл бұрын
Great job on these reviews. Thank you.
@mvekbatan6329 Жыл бұрын
Hello. Thank you for the tutorials you publish Which one do you like more? Shure Beta 87A or Rode M2 Handheld ? Thank you for answering🙏🌺
@kipling19575 жыл бұрын
The low sensitivity was probably a design decision to minimize feedback-this is primarily intended for stage use and in that context, it seems to do a good job.
@hxhdfjifzirstc8944 жыл бұрын
kipling1957 Uh, but they'll just turn up the gain.
@samnicholson50513 жыл бұрын
it's sensitivity is actually quite high, relatively speaking for a stage mic. -44dBv is on par with a few studio condensers, like the SM81 as well the Rode M3 and AKG C1000 which only have 2 dB less self noise
@Snipersounds5 жыл бұрын
I love these reviews, but I the sticker gags, just crack me up! Thanks for sharing!
3 жыл бұрын
You helped my purchase decision, thank you!
@cwaynefox5 жыл бұрын
Great review as always. I’ve bought a couple of mic’s from your channel feeds, might have to try another. Off topic, curious how you did the whacky old time bad TV effect at the beginning.
@larrycom5 жыл бұрын
What Taylor model are you playing? Also, I wasn't a big fan of the mic's plosive testing result. But good all around. Good vid.
@Pushing_Pixels11 ай бұрын
Beautifully flat, with a decent bass roll-off at 100Hz. An accurate sound you can play with later. Good noise rejection. Imma get it for my noisy home studio.
@jollimeme71305 жыл бұрын
Whoever made those stickers likes making love to his/her microphones.
@lolitafiamma14853 жыл бұрын
i really appreciate your content! thanks
@newagegaga4 жыл бұрын
good video! Iwant to know, what do you think about the sound of M2 and beta 87a , who is better for live and home studio use? Thank you so much!
@coffeehigh4202 жыл бұрын
I have the wireless version and I LOVE it!! (TX-M2)
@coffeehigh4202 жыл бұрын
cool ! I also have that same mic :) Hey Podcastage, are you okay man?
@k_levande9 күн бұрын
I have been looking for a way to use my RØDE M2 without a wire!! TX-M2 is now officially on my list
@maximeheberttalbot45052 жыл бұрын
Would you still recommend this microphone in 2022? Thanks!!
@maximeheberttalbot4505 Жыл бұрын
Please Bandrew!!!! Haha
@k_levandeАй бұрын
I have this mic And personally I would say YES!
@maximeheberttalbot4505Ай бұрын
@@k_levande tried it and bought four haha
@czdaniel15 жыл бұрын
*Great Music, Bandrew!!*
@deszczak5 жыл бұрын
I would love you to review and test the Sontronics Solo! Is it possible?
@BillAnciaux5 жыл бұрын
I’m curious about the durability of a condenser for handheld performance. It’s always been my understanding that a dynamic mic is the way to go because they can stand up to the abuse. Have I been brainwashed by Shure? Your thoughts on this? Thanks for another great review.
@Podcastage5 жыл бұрын
I have always felt more comfortable with the durability of a dynamic. I can tell you I wouldn't run this one over with a bus and expect it to continue working.
@alexeycrockoval36204 жыл бұрын
Can you please compare Rode m2 and Rode s1. I couldn’t find any comparison on youtube. I very like my m2, but s1 cost twice more. Is s1 sound twice better?
@berkonal4 жыл бұрын
Woow I want it but do you think It works well outdoor too. As I take most of my vides outside
@giorgoskazantis99664 жыл бұрын
i love how i sound on my rode nt1, i want to buy something like this for live situations cause i am not happy with my beta 58a , is it worth to buy the m2?
@mv97874 жыл бұрын
Absolutely. I used SM58 for years and Rode almost for a year now and Rode is so much better on every aspect. I know beta 58a is a bit better than SM58, but I absolutely recommend M2 for your live Performance. Great sound and no feedback issues at all.
@Tim_ArtistName_Tallent5 жыл бұрын
I’ve watched dozens of your videos, love them! Still don’t know what cherry mx blues is 😕
@dAdviser5 жыл бұрын
They a type of keys used in gaming keyboards. Blues are the nosiest one available. :)
@Layarion5 жыл бұрын
i thought the audio technika sounded...strange, metallic? but that thing cost much less right? I do voice-overs for how-to videogame guides. sometimes i need to whisper so maybe i won't like this mic?
@pastorchristudasu53424 жыл бұрын
suggest me which one is better between RODE M2 vs AKG D5... for live lead vocals... i know both are different condenser and dynamic, but for sound comparision and presence in the mix,,, which one is better...?
@HyraatShantar5 жыл бұрын
Nice Video review! Please make a MXL 440/441 review
@matthiaskrause11555 жыл бұрын
I find that this mic has a particularly unpleasant "mic sound". Yes, it's smooth, yes, it's flat. But it also sounds totally unnatural - like "through a microphone". Very good mics sound more natural ("right into the ear") and don't have this "mic sound". I find it sounds "pressed", like the diaphragm tension ist too tight. On my Focusrite ISA One preamp, this is he sound I get when I set the impedance to the highest setting.
@okay19045 жыл бұрын
You said this very well, there is definitely some "micy" distortion from the original audio, taking place in the mid range, it does not sound very natural, I heard this immediately..... I must add though I suspect that the monitoring environments of many may limit their appreciation of how audio really sounds, due to compromises in their speakers or headphones. While this microphone is "acceptable" I think any recordings made with this microphone will be difficult to mix....cos you cannot do anything about the distortion post recording...... It could also be because in this demo, IMHO, with condensers a little more distance between the source and mic diaphragm is needed, in comparison to dynamic microphones, so it could be a bit of user error by the reviewer who has not compensated for the need to avoid proximity effect with condensers. My word for this microphone would be - congested.... definitely the dynamic range is reduced - very similar to hearing a compressed sound/which is also usually distorted however slightly.
@matthiaskrause11555 жыл бұрын
@@okay1904 You my be right that the "compression" effect may be due to the close proximity.
@matthiaskrause11555 жыл бұрын
@@shak5215 Of course. I know Bandrew reviews the mics for all purposes - instruments, singing, and podcasting - but the channel has a podcasting theme. I use a live mic myself for podcasting, and in a podcasting setting one can be further away from the mic for a more natural sound.
@matthiaskrause11555 жыл бұрын
@@shak5215 I have the Lewitt MTP 940 CM. I like the Lewitt Sound - not much different from Rode sound-wise, if I remember my comparisons to an NT-1000 and an NT-1 correctly. I bought this specific mic for its 3 polar patterns, and I can use it handheld, but also on a desk setup. I prefer the handheld form factor to the studio mic form, as it is less obtrusive and gets the mic closer to my mouth on a desk setup. But I'm still not as close as one would be in a handheld live setting. Do you use your mic live or for podcasting/voiceover? I think for a live application the compressed sound is actually useful, because one would want a consistent sound.
@edsknife4 жыл бұрын
I like how 180 degrees sounds like the audio setup of a school assembly XD
@TheSnufking4 жыл бұрын
Can't decide between this or the Shure SM58 for podcasting.
@czdaniel15 жыл бұрын
I like this @ $140 It's def a quality mic at the $140 price point
@GeorgeWWakim2 жыл бұрын
How does the tone of this Rode M2 compare to the Lewitt MTP 350 CM?
@TheKocton4 жыл бұрын
Any recommendations about this versus nt1 for voice and maybe some guitar, but mainly voice and voice over in non treated situations. Thanks I'm starting in recording world. I will recording it with a MOTU M2
@Mexgadget5 жыл бұрын
very nice review!!
@TheScorpio325 жыл бұрын
I noticed that you've changed your interface, so is that review coming :D ?
@rajandime86335 жыл бұрын
Bro I'm looking forward to buy a microphone I'm confused between Audio Technica AT2020 , Samson Co3 or Rode M2...
@ClumsyCook735 жыл бұрын
i'd highly recommend the audio technical at2020, but you can only use it if you have phantom power
@TVperson14 жыл бұрын
Greatings Hugh..Mann.
@FdUpNews5 жыл бұрын
Great review!
@edutagle2124 жыл бұрын
Hi! What do you think?! Rode m2 vs At2010 for live singing?
@danmagoo5 жыл бұрын
More on the 18i20, please! Is it worth the extra bucks over the DBX 286s? Or is that not a fair comparison?
@Podcastage5 жыл бұрын
Yeah that’s not even a comparison. They’re different devices. One is a mic pre with processing and the other is an audio interface.
@danmagoo5 жыл бұрын
@:@@Podcastage Thanks, Bandrew! Looks like a lot of controls for "just" an interface :^) -- hope you enjoy it.
@Podcastage5 жыл бұрын
Dan Magoo yeah. It’s the exact same as the 2i2 but with 8 channels instead of 2.
@billyandlouie5 жыл бұрын
hey does anyone know why only one of my pics works when I plug 2 into my scarlet 6i6 to use the 48 volts?
@thatchinaboi13 жыл бұрын
Sounds good on everything you used.
@donvittoriosierra3 жыл бұрын
Do you like this more than the m3 for vocals?
@Icemaz5 жыл бұрын
What was wrapped around the electric guitar head? Was it a type of capo or like a string dampener for the strings past the nut?
@Podcastage5 жыл бұрын
Yeah it's a string dampener above the nut because it has some resonance that drives me insane!
@navalshastri4 жыл бұрын
Great review
@nirnaya135 жыл бұрын
Which one is better on the whole- Rode M2 or Audiotechnica 2035? I want to use the microphone for my newly set humble home studio
@Podcastage5 жыл бұрын
Which one do you like the sound of more? That's what's more important. The AT2035 has a lower self noise iirc.
@michaelagyemang96395 жыл бұрын
Oops! I thought you'd forgotten the throwback 😂 stamp. Certified!
@shakcohen43025 жыл бұрын
Would this mic be good to for a snare drum I wonder?
@nkanyisogwane64565 жыл бұрын
Thanks. Can you please make a review of Tannoy TM1 vs Rode NT1a
@ChrisGardinerBill5 жыл бұрын
Sweet, that’s only $150 AUD here in Australia. I’m sorely tempted to pick one up for spoken word. I wonder how it compares to the NT1? I’m guessing it will be much more forgiving in less-than-ideal conditions.
@KohanIkin5 жыл бұрын
I've got both - they're similarly flat, but the NT1 has noticeably less noise, so it can sound cleaner. Though I tend to use my M2 instead because I discovered I prefer using a handheld, and the M2 still has that high end condenser sparkle that my SM58 was missing. But if you were going to record professional audiobooks/voiceover I'd choose the NT1. Could be worth hunting eBay, I got my M2 almost brand new for about $85 AUD... but that was before Podcastage told everyone how great the M2 is....
@ChrisGardinerBill5 жыл бұрын
Kohan Ikin thanks very much. It’s exactly for audiobooks (narrating my own books) that I’m after it for. I have an NT-USB currently, but the self noise of that is a little higher than I’d like. If the m2 is similar I guess I am indeed better off with the NT1
@GoreMelian5 жыл бұрын
Amazing video, well done! please compare this with Rode m1s ;-)
@The_Paya5 жыл бұрын
This sounds /too good to be true/ 🙃. Any FLAC recordings (w/specs) with this M2 anywhere that can be listened to?
@bradleyc79 Жыл бұрын
Thank you from Chicago
@Podcastage Жыл бұрын
You're very welcome. Thanks for watching.
@bradleyc79 Жыл бұрын
@@Podcastage YOU AER WELCOME
@matheusdavila82164 жыл бұрын
Rode m2 or Audio Technica 2010? Please
@badmiddens5 жыл бұрын
Another sticker pays the ultimate price... (sniff) Ok, sort of off topic, but if anyone wants to weigh in... I notice that next to the focusrite 2i2 link you say "same performance as 18i20" This brings up a question I have yet to find a satisfying answer to in my research. Can the same be said for the Solo vs the 2i2? I have absolutely no need for the added inputs of the 2i2 but would upgrade to the 2i2 if Bandrew or a Bandrew-approved sourced felt that there would be a performance improvement. (Not of me, per se... that's impossible... oh i kill me...)
@clintonmaher69305 жыл бұрын
Do you use a distortion pedal for your ryrhym sound or your amp head? It always sounds good
@Podcastage5 жыл бұрын
Yeah. I just have my amp on the clean channel and use the Friedman Dirty Shirley pedal.
@clintonmaher69305 жыл бұрын
@@Podcastage nice sounding pedal... Gonna have to look into that thanks :)
@joehoppard8145 жыл бұрын
Would you consider giving the Sontronics Solo a review?
@Podcastage5 жыл бұрын
Joe Hoppard if it was available in the states.
@dibtian1922 жыл бұрын
Its better than at 2010?
@ecedorsay4 жыл бұрын
It is close to my Rode S1 ?
@srini5903 жыл бұрын
Is it good for voice over artist?
@HaeloThere5 жыл бұрын
Great video!
@sachka42755 жыл бұрын
Dont know why but really enjoyed the singing part of u xD
@ecedorsay4 жыл бұрын
Can u pleaseee review Rode S1 stage condenser to use for recording?
@ricardoalonsomusic3 жыл бұрын
I have a doubt. Why is the price so different between the US and Germany? I got this microphone from a german store for $85 while in the US the price is $180! Too much difference. Twice its price! 🤔
@artysanmobile4 жыл бұрын
This is a really fine mic for dialogue but like many condensers, lacks a really effective plosive filter. That’s a shame because, though it is much harder with a condenser capsule, it definitely can be done. Neumann and Sennheiser make condenser stage vocal mics that are utterly impervious to popping. Shure’s have been a mixed bag but their newer models (B87a) are quite a bit better than this. Using a foam screen right on the mic is usually not effective at all, so either the mic is designed with proper protection or you will be very unhappy with it as a stage vocal mic.
@chuzzbot5 жыл бұрын
Good to see a stickler stickenit to the stickers.
@believe-in-righteousness3 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@coshaeee Жыл бұрын
😂 I love this guys way of reviewing mics
@Podcastage Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much for the kind words.
@larryhinze84825 жыл бұрын
Thinking this will be my next podcast BeYOTch.
@bobtheman14 жыл бұрын
"I see stickers In my mind Please send help Cuz I'm not fine And call the cops Cuz the stickers Are coming For revenge Against me" LMAO! I really got a kick out of this =D
@mohammadshiraz0072 жыл бұрын
Can i use it with rodelink?
@focm888 Жыл бұрын
Is this a omnidirectional microphone?
@feyvre Жыл бұрын
did you watch the video?
@Podcastage Жыл бұрын
kzbin.info/www/bejne/roXPgZyihrFjj9ksi=elIL0Kbzl2ItaaL0&t=111 super cardioid...clearly stated in the video during the specifications breakdown.
@sapelesteve5 жыл бұрын
Great review as always Bandrew & that truly does sound like a nice Mic. If I remember correctly, Rode Mics are made in Australia, I think? Whatever.............. :)
@Rompler_Rocco5 жыл бұрын
Of course! I knew sticker hatred mania lyrics were the better way to go.
@TavoIce Жыл бұрын
I can used to récord voices in Studio?????
@Podcastage Жыл бұрын
I don't see why you could not use it for that application.
@5usp3c75 жыл бұрын
Can you do a review on the CAD E100s?
@Podcastage5 жыл бұрын
Adicted2Mc what. The. Hell!? How’d you know? You may want to check back in about an hour! But shhhhh. It’s a secret!
@5usp3c75 жыл бұрын
@@Podcastage Thanks. Want to see this one in action.