The $100 Dynamic Vocal Mics

[@GX700]

I think the sE Electronics V7 is the winner. Thanks for the comparison and the effort you have put into this video.

[@proclaimav4197]

Awesome, glad it was helpful.

[@sung_yun]

SM58 (1:10), OM2 (2:01), AKG D5 (2:52), M1 (3:41), sE V7 (4:30), e835 (5:21). Thanks for this review.

[@proclaimav4197]

Thanks!

[@matoni69]

Great video! AKG D5 sounds the best! It catches the deeper part of your voice that other mics missed. Sennheiser E835 sounds more natural, but I like when a voice sounds nice and full - and D5 managed to pull that off perfectly.

[@proclaimav4197]

Agreed, I love this about the AKG. In live sound I tend to lean toward the e835 with multiple vocalists as too much low can muddy up the mix and I end up using a high pass filter anyway. For a soloist with a low voice or for just the bass singer in a group the AKG is a solid choice. Also for spoken word recording and podcasting, it's a good sounding mic.

[@empireentertainmentevents1353]

@@proclaimav4197 very well said

[@telecasterbear]

Greetings Tim. I have been singing through SM58s, in live bands since the late 70's. Today I found three Sennheiser E835s, unused, in the original packaging. They were donated to a local thrift shop. I grabbed all three, at the price of $30.00 each. I shall give them a go this weekend. Your singing was well done.

[@proclaimav4197]

Wow! What a deal! Enjoy. I think you will find them more "clear" sounding which some people like and some people don't.

[@sambalsamurai9672]

1:11 SM58 2:06 Audix OM2 2:57 AKG D5 3:45 Rode M1 4:34 SE V7 5:24 Sennheiser E835

[@proclaimav4197]

Thanks, Sam Sam. I used your info to add chapters. 😀

[@Cubasenet33]

Best of all testing I've seen. Very informative and right to the point, without distracting bla bla. Thanks for this comparison.

[@proclaimav4197]

No problem, hope it helped out.

[@가을방학D]

It helped me buy a microphone. I bought se7v because I thought it looked good on me.Thank you.

[@proclaimav4197]

Very Cool! Thanks for Watching.

[@johnskelley1117]

A great comparison for deeper voiced bluesy vocalists! two mics stood out for me, the SM58 and The Sennhesier E835. I opted for the E835 because the SM58 is definitely bassier but if you've already got a deeper voice, you don't need lower frequencies highlighted and the mid range punch and clarity of the E835 easily won for me. A great test and thank you Proclaim AV!

[@proclaimav4197]

Great to hear!

[@clintwhite3021]

Singing parts: SM58 1:22, OM2 2:17, AKG 3:07, Rode 3:55, sE V7 4:44, Sennh 5:35

[@proclaimav4197]

Man, way to make a guy feel self-conscious. 😛 Thanks!

[@clintwhite3021]

@@proclaimav4197 Haha no way man you're killing it! Thanks for the video :)

[@MeandtheOwls]

I've used Sm58, Akg D5 and SE v7. The Akg D5 is amazing. I was really impressed by is power, clarity and loudness. Great for baritone singers. I think the SE v7 was the worst microphone I've ever tried for my voice.

[@proclaimav4197]

Microphones are so personal. Sometimes it takes a while to find the right one for your voice. That's why I love Reverb, I can buy used and resell. ;)

[@NocturnosRockShow]

Awesome thanks!!! love the Senheiser!

[@proclaimav4197]

I'm giving one away, check out my channel update video. 😉

[@mundodavih282]

The best of ( sE Electronics V7 ) Thank you aqui é do BRASIL.

[@proclaimav4197]

You're welcome!

[@thomas9469]

Brother, I am debating between V7 and AKG D 5. For female singers which one you suggest. Both mic has similar specs. Please advise.

[@proclaimav4197]

Probably V7 if I had to pick. 👍

[@U2WB]

Thank you, I really enjoyed this test and I feel that I got a lot out of it. Obviously what I hear is also colored by the frequency response of my headphones, but at least your demonstration afforded me the opportunity to hear these mics side by side, which would be difficult to do any other way. In the end I found the Sennheiser most pleasing to my ears, followed by the AKG, SE, and Audix. The Shure may have had the flattest frequency response of any of them, but I found it lacking perhaps for that reason. The Sennheiser seemed to bring out just the right amount of warmth and presence to enhance your very nice voice.

[@proclaimav4197]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Sergio-zc2fg]

to be honest liked v7, my voice is warm, especially when I sing, but I also would like to use falsetto voice, audix has something that I love but I dont know what, which one do you suggest me?

[@proclaimav4197]

I don't think you will be disappointed with the V7 - It's one the best new vocal mics.

[@Sergio-zc2fg]

@@proclaimav4197 yeah it just arrived today

[@mikkywhalan]

Cheers for the video. I think the Rode M1 and the AGK D5 are the winners

[@proclaimav4197]

I liked all of these, but I thought the AGK D5 was the dark horse. As a bonus, its not as well known as the others and generally used ones can be had for a nice price!

[@kdsz944]

SM58 and D5 win, and you only notice the quality when you get close into the mic, when proximity shows you how the capsule handles preasure.

[@proclaimav4197]

You are welcome.

[@Atlasik]

Perfect video to choose in between those mics!

[@proclaimav4197]

Glad it was helpful!

[@neerajsodhi7]

Which microphone will be better for VOICEOVERS? I am not sure which one to buy between sennheiser e835, sm 58 and AKG D5.... 🤔

[@proclaimav4197]

Yes, this is hard choice but it's really made harder by the fact that different people will sound different on each of those mics. VO mic choice is all about your voice. If you can find a way, try them before you buy them.

[@shaniell.mathur6372]

The sm58 sounds nice and warm on your voice . Easy to listen to because it does not sound to bright .

[@proclaimav4197]

That's why it continues to be popular!

[@galoguevara6049]

For vocal performances with fuller live bands, I tend to like mics that have slightly more mids and tighter highs (that help as deesser without killing the crispiness). It helps the vocals cut through the mix without much EQing. The Audix would fit this, but for me it was a little too much hi-mids and highs with not enough low-mids presence (bass rolls off sharply). AKG was more the balance I like for vocals, in that respect. The Sennheiser never disappoints. In my experience female performers tend to love it because it reduces some of those nasally frequencies and adds smooth warmth (she'll be happy). I have heard the sE before, and I must say I am impressed with this new-comer. It sounds a lot like the old work-horse Shure, but with less low-end. So proximity and handling noise are much less (which I consider a plus in my book). If you want the closest thing to that bassy podcast/radio sound, than you will like the Shure (and ad a healthy amount of compression to the signal). Nice review.

[@proclaimav4197]

Good observations. 😉

[@djmickeyTV]

Excellent Video. What is your processing chain? While there is a slight difference in all they all sound pretty good

[@proclaimav4197]

Thanks. I am only using the Behringer UMC 404 HD. No live or post processing. Just small volume adjustments to keep everything level. 😃

[@user-pf3ev4ws7u]

Thank you bro! Great review!

[@proclaimav4197]

No problem 👍

[@PeteJake100]

Is the e935 a worthwhile upgrade from the e835?

[@proclaimav4197]

I have both and while the e935 is nice, if you're on a budget, better to have two e835s IMO.

[@PouredOutCreations]

Which do you think is best for someone without power but has high pitch. Ive sang in the sm58 and do like house it makes my voice more robust.

[@proclaimav4197]

That can be a tough one. For higher vocals I tend to stick to the e835 or the V7, but you won't get that nice proximity effect from it. The 58 is a good choice if you want to add some warmth IMO. Hope that helps.

[@martinkulik9466]

how does the samson q2u compares tho. it’s both usb and xlr

[@proclaimav4197]

The Q2U is my favorite USB mic but as an XLR mic, I think all of these are better than that.

[@okunshc]

I'm looking for some advice on choosing a microphone for podcast recording. I currently have a Vocaster, and I'm looking to buy a microphone that is suitable for podcasting. I would like to ask which of the following three microphones is the best: Rode M1, Shure SM58, or Sennheiser e835? Or are there any other recommendations in a similar price range? Thanks. By the way, I am a male, but my voice is not deep. I will be using the microphone only for speaking words, looking for a microphone that has a clear and natural sound suits my Vocaster.

[@proclaimav4197]

I really like e835 for the more natural sound. It has better high frequency reponse than the other two which makes it sound more clear IMO. You will get a warmer sound from the SM58 and M1 because they have a more pronounced proximity effect if you get close to them.

[@johnchristopermontilla4442]

Did u use cloud filter ?

[@proclaimav4197]

Hi John, No cloud lifter was used, just my Behringer Uphoria 404 HD interface. Thanks for watchin!

[@yousifwleed1935]

The rode M1 is just fantastic, robust and seems more professional.. and it's a professional microphone. Never had a problem with it.

[@proclaimav4197]

The Rode is such a solid unit. I've heard the same thing about the M1 more than once.

[@sebastien7829]

The Rode M1 is neutral and very nice. It has accurate low mids, not boomy, and high mids are very great. I've been using it for many years. It is also a great mic for guitar amplifier, and snare !!!

[@All_who_wander]

Hey Tim thank you very much for the comparison. What would you recommend for a very deep voice? And I need versatility for speaking and for vocals. I have a pretty high-end condenser that I use for recording vocals but I need sometimes something that's just a little bit easier to utilize. I've used a lot of 58s but I'm not familiar with these other microphones

[@proclaimav4197]

It would depend on the voice. If you need some extra emphasis on clarity and highs for definition, I would try the e835 or the V7. If you want to tame sibilance the SM-58 or Rode M1 are good choices. If you your voice is deep but thin, I would try the AKG D5. Happy singing!

[@All_who_wander]

@@proclaimav4197 thanks!

[@Nscalescenic]

D5 is great for speaking wow

[@proclaimav4197]

I feel like the D5 is such an underrated mic. The plus side is that you can get them used for less than $100 on Reverb. 😁

[@AB-zm5ps]

What do you recommend for high vocals ?

[@proclaimav4197]

I would think the e835, the SE-V7, or the Audix OM2 would be best suited for high vocals. Happy Singing!

[@randycobio]

Great vid!.. which do you recommend if you want to highlight low vocals?

[@proclaimav4197]

Thanks! For low voices I prefer the D5. The M1 or the SM58 are good secondary choices.

[@randycobio]

Thanks!!..Great vid!

[@NathanHallGadgetsGreatness]

For me, the SE V7 and the AKG D5 are refreshing options in the line up. I must’ve used the Shure mics a hundred times over the years and they are good! No doubt! But now I’m torn! I believe the AKG will do nicely for my podcast setup!

[@proclaimav4197]

Personally they both made it into my line up because they're both that good. 😁

[@NathanHallGadgetsGreatness]

@@proclaimav4197 I’m Amazon shopping for them right now! 😎

[@joshbinjohn2309]

Very good man!👏🏻 Which one would you suggest for a singer with a bassy voice?

[@proclaimav4197]

Hi Joshbin. Any will work, but if you want less boominess, I would try the e835 or the OM2.

[@joshbinjohn2309]

@@proclaimav4197 That is exactly what I wanted to know. I hate it when my sound goes boomy...thanks for the reply❤️

[@jtags59]

The Audix OM2

[@arash5550]

This video helped and will help a lot I'm pretty sure. v7 is good I believe But I wanted to hear ur opinion on which one is good for harsh yell vocal situation for home studio recording. Thank u regardless 💗

[@proclaimav4197]

Most of these will withstand high volumes, no problem. If you have harsh sounds, the SM-58 will help take the edge off them best I think.

[@arash5550]

@@proclaimav4197 yeah ur right. I know it's a good mic for me But for some reason I really don't like the look of the sm58😁 i kinda want to buy something other than sm58. Appreciate your answer 🙏.

[@proclaimav4197]

I get it. I like mics with a different look as well. :P

[@VitalityMassage]

Sennheiser is the best because that is the one I have. Nanner nanner.

[@proclaimav4197]

😆

[@TimmyP1955]

I like your methodology. However: According to tests published by Neumann (without naming names, unfortunately), a mic’s polar pattern (and therefor its ‘wash’ rejection) changes as a face gets closer to it. As such, the 2’ test is unlikely to be representative of actual use. Comparisons need to be done with a lot of loud noise coming in from all directions.

[@proclaimav4197]

True. I could get more technical but I wanted to keep it simple and not too long since I had six mics. 😉

[@terrillmel]

I liked the Rode. I can tell why the sm58 is a standard though. Helped with some of the annoying transients.

[@proclaimav4197]

Indeed it does. My transients are quite prominent so I actually prefer a mic that tames them. Most dynamic mics do a better job for me and I avoid condenser mics since they seem to emphasize them.

[@romaroalte2645]

Hands down, this is the best review, I've started to believe in Church!

[@proclaimav4197]

Romaro, glad it was helpful!

[@jthunderbass1]

I love that you us3d the worst mic of all of them first!!!!! Nice video!!!!

[@proclaimav4197]

Thanks! 😊

[@empireentertainmentevents1353]

yup SM58 is the worst

[@frodehokholt3944]

Great way to test. I have a D5, so I have a bias towards it, but thanks for making it even clearer why I chose it😉. But what I found most interesting, is that the SM58 and Audix was my least favourite microphones. But there is no one that is «too bad» or not usable, as clearly shown by the popularity of the SM58.

[@proclaimav4197]

The SM-58 is solid, but not my favorite either. I think it's popular because it was one of the first really usable handheld vocal dynamics and so everyone is used to "that sound." 🤷‍♂️

[@apextest5642]

My voice like a low to mid, litle bit to high.. So What mic for voice over for me..? But i want sound like rode nt1 condencer, but again, i dont have treated room..

[@proclaimav4197]

I would really lean toward the SE-V7 in that case. You'll get more of that top end that you're looking for plus the benefits of a dynamic. Obviously it's not an NT1, but I think you will like the sound. Check around the web and try to find a demo of someone with a similar voice to yours. Good luck.

[@DieBanane01]

Amazing voice, very clean, fair and good comparison. Big Like! Personally I’m staying withe SM58, but very surprised from the Sennheiser... SE, in my opinion, is overrated.

[@proclaimav4197]

There's a reason the SM-58 is been around so long, its the one everyone's trying to beat :) I've been an e835 fan for a long time, I recommend them a lot for my installs. I think the hype about the V7 has a lot to do with its polar pattern. Thanks for watching!

[@warasilawombat]

@@proclaimav4197 Lone voice of reason RE: sE V7 hype. It does so well for IEMs because of it's pattern.

[@mazibedo]

I have in trouble with sibilance. Which is the best for me after sm58 ?

[@proclaimav4197]

I would think the Rode M1. I also have issues with sibilance, even with dynamic mics. :)

[@mazibedo]

@@proclaimav4197 thanks, i changed my mind and just ordered ik multimedia xlr mic with umc22 interface and m audio oxygen 25 midi. I already have bx4 monitors and very old 2496 m audio interface. I write these because i think maybe i can help somebody about this gears after spend some time with them. Sorry for my bad English. I never had any chance to speak in my country. Also the interface, mic and keyboard these are very expensive in here. I mean it is like 1 month paid of a worker. Is that normal for you ? I am just curious about that :)

[@proclaimav4197]

@@mazibedo Prices are probably pretty similar around the world I would guess. However, this would be about maybe 1/3 to 1/10th of a normal wage here in the US.

[@arildoyen8705]

Try the Presonus Revelator @ $180 new. A rather dull USB mic but that helps my sibilant voice. It just needs an EQ treble boost. The best feature of the Revelator is the free programs from Presonus. A cheaper USB microphone that is relatively 'flat' is the Marantz Pod Pack with boom arm for only $59! If you need an XLR mic, then go for the $400-ish Shure SM7B.

[@bogdangrund3913]

how can I plug my dinamic mic in to my PC?

[@proclaimav4197]

The best way is to use a USB interface. There are several budget friendly ones. If you only have one mic and are not planning on expanding to more mics, the Behringer U-Phoria UMC22 is only $60 or so. If you are planning to add a second mic the UMC204 is an excellent option for $105 or so.

[@ThorRavnsborg]

All decent dynamic mics, thanks for a fine demo. Btw. you sing better that most too but you certainly keep it solemn by reading the bible and singning the national anthem. Kind of inappropriate for those of us who sometimes watch KZbin with no pants on. Oh well... Persiflage aside I own an sE V7 and I am quite happy with that choice. It sounds great and the design with the beveled grille is a nice touch. Very little handling noise too. It has a bad smell though which is still present after a few years. I can also highly recommend Samson Q7 which is a cheaper alternative of comparable quality. From experience I can also say that the Samson Q7 has better sensitivity than the sE V7 so I don't have to crank up my preamp as much with that one.

[@proclaimav4197]

Well sir, glad you enjoyed the demo. Just don't stand up for the national anthem please. 😁

[@ignasisolervocaldemos7502]

thank's excellent work!

[@proclaimav4197]

Glad it was helpful!

[@lundsweden]

The SM58 is like vanilla icecream, good, but a bit boring! But it can be the best mic for some applications. My favorite is the AKG D5, on voice and singing, the Seinheiser aint bad either!

[@proclaimav4197]

Agreed. I was doing a live event last year and had a lot of mic choices. The vocalist reached for the SM-58 and I stopped him. Look at all these other mics, why not try something new? 😛

[@dirkschneider6118]

In my opinion there is no winner or looser. Very good comparision, thank you for this. The SM58 is a good willing mic that will sorrow some voice fails and it is robust. Some orhers are a bit more transparent in the higher mids. The e835 is a very good mic, I'm a fan of it. Of the V7 to, the V7 is a bit less hypening the lower end as the others, so for me it is a deal for higher voices.

[@proclaimav4197]

I agree that certain mics can sound better on certain voices. I'm also a fan of the e835, it is a good all rounder.

[@eternalharvestfarm]

Hard to pick a top with these mics, though I think I'm leaning towards D5, but I did learn never to get a Rode. Flat and dull. PG58s sound better for half the price.

[@proclaimav4197]

The D5 is very underrated in my opinion and nice used ones can be had on ebay or Reverb for less than $80. The Rode is in my lineup because it has excellent build quality, a ten year warranty and because it is flat. Flat mics have their uses. I will note that there are a ton of Rode fakes, mostly sold on Amazon and eBay, so make sure you're buying from a genuine Rode reseller. 😉

[@LimboKot]

Which one fits better in the mix? )

[@proclaimav4197]

That depends very much on the voice and mic choice. I tend to like the V7 and e835 myself because the feel a bit more clear to me in a busy mix.

[@titandas]

AKG d5 best

[@proclaimav4197]

I do like my D5, all of these mics are in the video because I like them. 😁😁

[@ofireilon603]

the m1 and the D5 very similar and sound great.the e835 was a littlle bit better though

[@proclaimav4197]

Awesome.

[@zogun]

V7!

[@proclaimav4197]

Yes!

[@CryptoTrack]

Nice video!

[@proclaimav4197]

Thanks for the visit!

[@marfigue777]

a tie between the shure and the se v7 in my opinion

[@proclaimav4197]

Thanks for watchin!

[@nhatngoc4038]

Se v7

[@proclaimav4197]

Good choice!

[@TheFragranceNiche]

Se v7 by a mile

[@proclaimav4197]

It one of my favorite new mics. 😃

[@fingerdrummers]

SM58 and E835 sound best to me

[@proclaimav4197]

Sweet.

[@ALENHASANOVIC1]

Sennheiser the king...

[@proclaimav4197]

They are hard to beat, I agree. Thanks for checking out the video!

[@martinkulik9466]

They say sm57 better than 58

[@proclaimav4197]

It does have a great sound but it definitely needs more pop protection than the 58. 😀

[@w33blord66]

They are essentially the same mic other than a slight scoop at 7000hz on the sm58 intended to cut down on some of the harsher high end frequencies that can occur in vocals. The 57 is probably more versatile over all for its applications as an instrument Mic, but for vocals or spoken word, the SM58 is likely better. Keep in mind, both mics have been around for decades, so if the 57 was better, you'd probably would have seen more producers opting to use it over the 58 by now.

[@jibinjacob.]

Glory be to God! Thanks be to God!

[@proclaimav4197]

Yes indeed!