Pro Audio on a Budget! - Maono PD400X - USB Dynamic microphone review

Maono PD400X USB Dynamic Microphone Review - VS PD200X & Shure SM7B
This $150 Microphone is a fantastic option for anyone who wants a high quality microphone for content creation podcasts or live streaming, without breaking the bank...
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Buying microphones, especially as beginner creator can often be overwhelming, difficult and Expensive..
There's so many options out there and Far too many people encourage you to buy the "pro" level gear right away because its the "BEST"...
but if you're a beginner you often cant afford the expensive professional equipment, you just want a microphone that works, is easy to set up and will get you started creating content..
and that's where the Maono PD400X USB/XLR microphone comes in..
its a budget friendly microphone that is easy to set up, has good audio quality for the price and because it also had an XLR port it means that it'll grow as you do!
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[@armacalagon]

I have watched like 10+ reviews of this mic and yours is the first one I've seen with such great cinematography. After the 3rd one, all the reviews started to blend together but yours was a delight to watch

[@ajsarsfield]

Thank you so much!! I know how important visuals are to the experience, So I try to at least make somewhat of an effort to make my videos look nice!

[@CaptainScorpio24]

im also thinking to buy this ... should i get it bro ??

[@armacalagon]

@@CaptainScorpio24 I've bought it and If you are on a budget or don't want to waste money. Then this is a great buy. But there is one thing that I didn't expect. Depending on your voice(high pitch or lower). You'll have to work on the EQ afterwards. My voice is a little boomly. So, it took a little while for me to find the right EQ setting.

[@CaptainScorpio24]

thank you brothers im getting it tomorrow @@armacalagon

[@gurdeepsingh2837]

Awesome! Going to buy this one right away. Ticks all the boxes for me. Thanks dude for taking time reviewing this!

[@ajsarsfield]

Happy to! 🔥 I was honestly so suprised by how good this sounded for the price! I think you'll be pretty happy when it arrives 🤞

[@gurdeepsingh2837]

@@ajsarsfield I totally liked the sound quality that you demonstrated. I was first going to buy the newly launched rode podmic (usb + xlr). But this one I think offers pretty much all what the rode offers, all that in half the price. Ordered already. Thanks again!

[@GraymaneGaming]

The amount of subs do not do your videos justice…. Hope your channel goes a long way, your videos are top notch. Thank you

[@DM-MilkMan]

Sounds great. The capacity to work with a usb in a phone is really really forward thinking since short form content done in Podcast style seems to be the way forward. Cheers for this my dude.

[@ajsarsfield]

IKR!!! I'm a huge fan of tech that is multipurpose! Anything that can be used by both beginners and more Pro creators is a BIG win in my book.. it allows you to purchase it once and not HAVE to upgrade for many years..

[@vonderponey3596]

I just bought it thanks to your review, I almost ordered the Feduce but the Maono seems to be a greater option for a tiny amount of euros more

[@jasonnaufel5945]

You think this is a good upgrade ro the rode nt usb? I like it but wanted this to have xlr to go ro my go xlr on pc and the usb part to my mac.

[@shalomsherah]

Great video! Which filters do you have on your audio? And how / where do you install your filters? Was it in post production? Thanks!

[@unbiasOrbit]

Do you think there's a substantial improvement when used in XLR comparing to USB?

[@tonymollengarden]

Great video as always! It is really impressive how well this mic works with a phone. I wouldn't have thought with only 20% gain you would be getting that quality of sound!

[@ajsarsfield]

IKR! I was very suprised!! However I assume its device specific, as my phone was like 20% but my pc needed like 40% for some reason 🤷🏼‍♂️ Either way it still sounded great via USB+XLR its a great option if you need a mic that does both 🔥

[@tonymollengarden]

@@ajsarsfield That is really interesting! Definitely sounds like it is device specific. Yeah that flexibility of both USB+XLR makes it a really versatile mic!

[@gurdeepsingh2837]

Can you please suggest some good audio interface for this mic? Doesn’t have to be too expensive or doing many other things. Just a basic interface that goes well with this mic with a richer sound output. Thanks!

[@shalomsherah]

When I record sound, there is an echo even though I am using headphones. Any idea why? Thanks!

[@rahulgkhs]

I need to know something, please. Could you please confirm if the DSP saves the profile on board? Like when you set a compressor in the bundled software then connect the microphone to an android phone, does it keep the setting?

[@liwa4626]

Hello! Great video! I'd like to ask what budget audio interface would you recommend for this mic?

[@niabeeuh]

Can you make a short of you using the microphone in a room with a fan? Either a ceiling or floor fan.

[@louiecanaria9960]

Do you think thia mic can be good for ewcording vocals?

[@nighayang1909]

This or the AT2035? Which would you choose

[@cashketchum6968]

This was a great video! I'm in the market for a new microphone and this looks to be the one for me. I do have a couple questions for you though. You mentioned around the 2:45 minute mark that you were using the xlr cord for the mic and that you had a bunch of filters applied to achieve the sound we were hearing throughout the video. Were those filters applied via goxlr's software and are they the same settings you use for you sm7b? Also would it be worth it to get the goxlr even if I'm not using multiple computers/multiple inputs? Worried that it might not be worth all that money just for one microphone when the goxlr team has already been scrapped

[@ajsarsfield]

Slightly different settings... I didnt add as much compression for the Maono ( 4:1 instead of 5.6 ) And also I didn't need to add as much treble on the EQ to this, its less "dark" sounding than the SM7B.. If you're going the Streaming/XLR route then most of the time I advise looking at Elgatos Wave XLR interface and if you can afford it add a streamdeck plus as well. Basically that's the same price as a full size GoXLR but will actually get updates and can do almost ALL the same stuff as well as control PC and OBS too Only downside is you lose a bit of I/O compared to the GoXLR But that doesn't matter if you're only using 1 PC.. You don't even NEED the Streamdeck+ to start with but having physical dials n buttons to control volume n settings etc is really helpful

[@cashketchum6968]

@@ajsarsfield Thank you for the reply and for your answer! This was really informative and definitely got me closer to a decision. Your channel is awesome btw. Went ahead and subbed! I think I'll likely go with that Wave XLR and Streamdeck+ combo you recommended 👍

[@TheMicDrop_Podcast]

Solid info and decent sound

[@ajsarsfield]

I was honestly so impressed with it...🔥 Used it on my tiktok vids for a couple of weeks and honestly couldn't tell much of a difference between this and the SM7B... especially after uploading/compression So good!

[@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.

[@ajsarsfield]

It does work at the same time! BUT there's the potential risk of interference depending on your interface and audio setup.. I used these mics at the same time via USB and a GoXLR but I think becsuse the goxlr was also plugged into an outlet that electricity cause a quiet buzz/whine sound when recording.. I didnt get chance to test it in a non wall powered interface so don't know if that makes a difference 🤔 Youd have to test if you pick on up

[@MohdAfif212]

can i know what's ur setting on goxlr for this mic? i just got goxlr mini

[@ajsarsfield]

Its VERY similar to the settings I used for the Rode Podmic.. I have a video going through that on here 🔥

[@vowkl8304]

Does the budget mic arm in your vids description work with the maono mic ? I would get both but im not sure if the mic would fit and work with the arm

[@ajsarsfield]

Those arms WILL work (I used to have a Rode procaster on one) But being a cheap option they arent really built to last, So unlike more expensive ones, they'll probably get looser over time, especislly with heavier mics.. OK to get you started but defo should be upgrade down the line

[@vowkl8304]

@@ajsarsfield yk any better ones that will work with this mic but will last longer

[@ajsarsfield]

yeah those super cheap ones aren't great...🙃 Couple of options ( Might cost a Little bit more..) The Fifine Low profile mic arm is a good "budget" but not super cheap option - amzn.to/3xrnTde And I think they do a standard Scissor arm too which is a bit more sturdy than the Very cheap ones.. - amzn.to/3xjZ5nm ( still not the best though) I personally use an Elgato mic arm but that's closer to £80 - amzn.to/4aHlXeR All depends on your budget!

[@vowkl8304]

@@ajsarsfield tysm I rlly appreciate it

[@aadarshacrai]

Can you make a video reviewing Maono PD400X & FiFine K688 & FDUCE SL40 ?

[@aadarshacrai]

And Honest ranking on which is the best? Thank You.

[@jshawman44]

Hello Nightow1! I had a question about your audio setup. Can you make a video or reply about what the best audio setup is now that goxlr is dead and no more updates are coming out for it?

[@ajsarsfield]

I will be doing this soon! 🔥 (Gear is in the post) I'm personally moving over to an Elgato Wave XLR & a streamdeck+ 90% of the functionality of the full size GoXLR for a similar price.. However if you already have a GoXLR then you can just buy a streamdeck+... Use the GoXLR as just a microphone interface and then the SD+ as the audio controller/mixer with Elgatos Wavelink software...

[@ExOhz]

​@@ajsarsfieldwhich microphone would you be using with this set up though? As your daily driver... i have a stream deck + i just dont have a wave xlr or a microphone. My last microphone just got to old n died. Hence why im doing research

[@ajsarsfield]

@@ExOhz I own an SM7B so that's my daily driver when I'm not covering these more budget ones Depends how much you want to pay for a mic though.. Theres loads of good USB options out there

[@AFTERPARTYY]

Master Oogway with the quote 👌🏽

[@ajsarsfield]

Haha Nailed it!! Such an iconic quote 🔥

[@mauroenlinea]

Black mist or shimmer on this video ??

[@ajsarsfield]

This is the Black mist filter on this video! I personally love the lower contrast look, so it's the one I use the most 🔥

[@danbridges1784]

What mobile phone do you use?

[@ajsarsfield]

Omg this phone is Old AF now.. I'm still using a Samsung Galaxy S10+ If you have ANYTHING newer than this itll look even better 😅 If you're on an iPhone though you'd need a usbC to Lighting adapter

[@Kateydid18]

The sibilance is really bad on this mic

[@ajsarsfield]

Yeah its not ideal.. you can improve it a bit with certain mic placements or EQ But Obviously that's not ideal its okay for the price but there are FAR Better options out there, especially if you ONLY need XLR

[@Davidian_]

​@@ajsarsfield what other mics would you recommend?

[@SpookyRamen]

Master Oogway

[@ajsarsfield]

You got it!!! Love those movies 😅 🐼

[@fostervf16]

Wayyyyyyy to much low end.

[@DogShitProductionsOFFICIAL]

rode pod mic sounds alot better

[@ajsarsfield]

I LOVE the Podmic too! Especially as its cheaper to buy... if you only need an XLR mic then defo pick up the Podmic instead.. But this is a good option if you need USB-C too and cant afford the extra money for the USB Podmic

[@DogShitProductionsOFFICIAL]

True, didn't think of the interface price. Also I don't think people should buy the USB pod mic as its almost as much as just buying the normal pod mic with an interface. Which would give you more upgradability and quality@@ajsarsfield

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