The CAD Audio Equitek E100Sx (4th Generation) mic review

This mic has been around awhile and has both a unique shape and a unique sound. CAD Audio recently came out with the 4th generation version and I got a chance to review it.
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[@agambhasin]

I watched a microphone review after ages and I absolutely love this one!!

[@MatthewHaines]

Thanks for watching! It's a good mic.

[@JosieBrown]

Thanks for this video! Until I saw this, I've been pulling out my hair to find a pop filter that fit this mic's head. Much appreciated.

[@MatthewHaines]

You’re welcome! Yeah it’s a weird shape. Off-the-rack pop filters just don’t work.

[@AngloSaxon1]

I use mine for voiceover, it is a great microphone. I also use an SE Electronics 4400a, if you have time you should try that microphone, it sounds great.

[@MatthewHaines]

I haven't tried the 4400 yet. I'll have to look into that! Thanks for watching.

[@uptownphotography]

Another nice review. (I also just checked your E40 review)....Well done on both. PS. Can you please tell me who made that wrap around pop filter. I'd like to check them out...THX. Phil Jersey Shore area

[@MatthewHaines]

CAD Audio sells a foam pop filter designed for the E100sx and E40. Another viewer recently reported that they were no longer selling it directly but you could buy it from distributors. I would check with CAD Audio for availability. I have also found a pop filter that worked ok (a little fiddly but then you just leave it in place). It was made by Moukey and appears to be discontinued. If you search for "HyperX QuadCast Microphone Pop Filter - Metal Panel", this appears to be an exact copy. It's a curved metal pop filter. That's as a possible alternative.

[@uptownphotography]

@@MatthewHaines Thanks very much for the info. I like the curved design of the one shown in your video and hoping it will work on some of my vintage mics including my EV RE20. Thanks again. Phil Jersey Shore Area

[@Boofcan]

I have a E100SX if anyone is looking for the pop filter seems like only B&H gate has it.

[@MatthewHaines]

Thanks! You can also order it directly from CAD Audio.

[@Boofcan]

@@MatthewHaines sadly not (at least in the US) just got off the phone with the sales team. Seems like they only sell through distributors at the moment

[@MatthewHaines]

@@Boofcan Oh no! Thanks for letting me know.

[@jaredgeto328]

Great review Matthew. I'm considering buying the same mic. What boom arm are you using in this video?

[@MatthewHaines]

Hi, and thanks for your comment. I've had several viewers ask about that particular boom arm, but I do NOT recommend it. It looks good but it has some issues. However, I'm currently using the Mackie DB-200 boom arm and really love it. Looks good, works well.

[@SylvainDuford]

Amazon has it at $85 right now.

[@MatthewHaines]

That is an awesome deal!

[@frappy0]

unfortunately i cant seem to order the popfilter/acousti shield online anywhere and there isnt a store in my area. Gonna message their team and see about maybe being sent one. Your the only person ive seen even mention this pop filter theyve developed tho!

[@MatthewHaines]

I see what you mean! It's on their site but not on any of their online retailer sites. I emailed my contact over there, but I do suggest reaching out as well. I'll report back if I hear anything.

[@frappy0]

@@MatthewHaines 100%

[@cooldudemark]

I just acquired an E100SX. Now where do I find a stand to fit it? Preferably a desktop type stand. I am new to studio microphones. Need some recommendations.

[@MatthewHaines]

There are two standard size threads for microphone stands, and I believe the E100sx comes with an adapter ring. That means you can buy pretty much any mic stand and it should work just fine. Desktop stands tend to send vibration up from the desk into the microphone. Having a shock absorber like the E100sx has can eliminate some of that, but not all. On the plus side, desktop stands take up less space. If you're recording at your desk, I recommend a boom arm and - for even more isolation from vibration - mount it to something other than your desk. You can see a boom arm in many of my videos. I like the Mackie DB-200 that I'm currently using.

[@marktaylor9771]

@@MatthewHaines Unfortunately my E100Sx didn't come with an adaptor ring in the box. So I am stuck with the mount in one size.

[@MatthewHaines]

@@marktaylor9771 The good news is that they are inexpensive on Amazon and other places. Search for "mic stand adapter" or "mic thread adapter". You want the 5/8 to 3/8 kind, not the kind that mounts to camera tripod. Four for $8. Although if you buy a stand, it might come with one.

[@Pedritinga]

Hi Matthew! Is there a way you can share a link to find the pop filter you use in the video? I haven’t been able to locate it in the CAD Audio webpage. Thanks for your review!

[@MatthewHaines]

Hi, Pedro. I'll ask CAD Audio and report back when I hear something!

[@MatthewHaines]

CAD says they're waiting on product photos for their website before making it available for sale. Maybe check their site again in a couple of weeks? I'll let you know if they tell me when it's available on the site.

[@MatthewHaines]

Hi Pedro! CAD has finally posted the windscreen on their website. Here’s a link: www.cadaudio.com/products/new-products/vp5

[@Pedritinga]

​@@MatthewHaines Great news! thank you for the heads up and keeping this inquire in your thoughts

[@Mikesmoreno]

Hi. Do you recomend this one for singing? Tnx very much...

[@MatthewHaines]

Yes I do! It's a good, and underappreciate mic. You might want to buy the separate, custom pop filter they make for it, since the mic is an unusual shape.

[@Mikesmoreno]

@@MatthewHaines I appreciate it, man. ✌🏼

[@theglobalzrecordingproject]

Some mics sound better with a foam wind screen - to my ears, this is one of those mics.

[@MatthewHaines]

That's interesting that you say that because this mic is on the 'warm' side vs some mics. I'll have to revisit the sound with and without pop filter. Thanks for watching!

[@theglobalzrecordingproject]

@@MatthewHaines Yeah, I was surprised too. The thing I like about the voice with foam is it seems to smooth the sound out, if that makes sense. Weird. The one I have does not sound quite as dark as this one, but that could be my voice, the room, signal path, blah blah blah. Interesting mic though.

[@MatthewHaines]

@@theglobalzrecordingproject perhaps you have an earlier model? According to CAD, the new(ish) Sx version has a noticeably darker sound than earlier models.

[@theglobalzrecordingproject]

@@MatthewHaines No, I just received mine this past week. My guess is it is one of the other possible variants. Could even be the distance I recorded from mic. Hard to say. Still, I like the sound and am sure it will find some use. Nice you compared it to the sE 2200 - great one to compare it to in order to highlight the 'dark' qualities of the Sx vs the more flat low/mid nature of the 2200.

[@Larry-gn1xj]

I have the foam and did the roll off...but still popped on some words. I am using the foam and a metal pop filter. The foam protects the microphone from dust.