PreSonus PX-1 Condenser Mic Review (Compared to NW700, AT2020)
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 5 ส.ค. 2024
- Today I review a new budget condenser mic from Presonus, the PX-1. This mic has a pretty robust low end, a neutral low end, and a nice boost to the top end, however it does start to sound slightly sizzly and artificial, but nothing terrible. The huge draw back here is the handling noise which is atrocious. I also found a really low sub 50hz noise. I also compare it to the Neewer NW700, Mackie EM-91C, Audio Technica AT2020, and Neat King Bee.
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00:00 - Intro / Price / Disclaimer
00:25 - Setup
00:42 - What’s in the Box
01:05 - Build Quality / Walkthrough
01:29 - Specifications
01:56 - Polar Pattern Test (Tone / Rotation)
02:16 - Plosive Test
02:25 - Distance Test / Proximity Effect Test
02:42 - Background Noise Test (Keyboard Test)
02:57 - Untreated Room Test
03:12 - Shock Mount Shock Rejection Test
03:27 - Mic Resonance Tap Testt
03:42 - Neewer NW700 Comparison
04:23 - Mackie EM-91c Comparison
04:50 - Audio Technica AT2020 Comparison
05:22 - Neat King Bee Comparison
05:50 - Music Test
06:45 - Pros & Cons
08:20 - Overall Thoughts
10:20 - Recommendation
11:42 - Outro
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To address my concerns with the handling noise of the mic and the sub 50Hz noise, I got a replacement PX-1 and did an update video on Podcastage 2. Make sure to check it out: th-cam.com/video/wCbJzZyRG_c/w-d-xo.html
Thank you for doing these videos. I know you try to be comprehensive with the mics you review. Many of the last videos have featured expensive mics out of my price range. Thank you for covering these budget friendly mics the last few weeks.
Very flattering mic for your voice, Bandrew. Thanks for the review!
Thanks for making this review, Bandrew. It’s a pity this microphone has that noise. Keep up the great work, mate.
These videos are fantastic. Simple to follow and packed full of knowledge
ily bandrew. so glad ur still doin these
Hey Bandrew - nice job as always. The high frequencies are interesting - almost sounds like a lisp and emphasized air at the same time. But overall, pretty impressive for $139 USD.
I'd completely agree. The high-end is emphasised. I'm not very keen on that but I'd imagine some EQ would clear that up. It is very decent for a low-range microphone, even if I think some of the other mics sounded better in my opinion. And that microphone clip sucks as well lol
Nice sound, Curtis. Pity about the noise.
Motu m2 or audient Evo 4. Kindly suggest
Why was that little song so good??? Your voice is awesome dude
You are just good at what you do. Well done.
Always love your improvised lyrics hahaha
I like how Bandrew and I made the same face when I heard the capsule move around when he tapped the boom arm. Shame, the mic sounds fairly nice for somebody wanting to start out in spoken word.
Did an update to this video regarding that issue: th-cam.com/video/wCbJzZyRG_c/w-d-xo.html
Tone wise, I really like the sound of this microphone on your voice, and it really does speak to how far recording gear has come in terms of both quality and affordability, because a lot of this new budget gear sounds way better than the budget gear of 10+ years ago. People swear by the AT2020 as the go to condenser when you're just starting out and on a budget, but with the advent of this mic, the King Bee, and the Mackie EM-91c; the AT2020 sounds so over boosted in the top end and lacking in the lower frequencies to my ears. But the noise issues with this microphone definitely make it a tough sell. I never really associated with Presonus with mics, and looking on their website this is their first foray into LDC mics, and it's not a bad first attempt at all. But they definitely could do way better with mics in the future.
I think I stopped caring for mics once I got more than I should have for what I do (ok not really) Yet I am coming back to your videos because I am finding them really entertaining. Loving the impromptu songs you're making! We're all getting fatter sitting at home
Fan Noise. Bandrew - as always, thanks for all you do, I learn something new every time. For your fan noise problem, without going all computer nerd about settings, just try replacing your fans. I love Noctua fans, not glitzy but super quiet. #2 Phillips screwdriver and 10 minutes may solve your problem.
Thanks for all these videos! Between PreSonus Px-1, AKG P220 and AudioTechica 2035 wich one you think is better to choose? Thank you
Can you do a review of the AKG C3000 (the new one) and maybe a comparison with other mics (either at the same budget or generally other AKG mics). Great job with this one, as always, keep up the good work
Andrew, any chance you'll be looking at the 3U series of Mics, particularly the mk1 Warbler? I'd really love to hear a good comparison since there isn't a ton of audio floating around.
great videos bro im gonna buy a new mic but Idk what to get for cheap, definitely give some good insight,
You Rock Man! Love the vids! 🤟😎
Hey, can you review the MAONO AU-A04 USB mic? That would be helpful, thanks :)
dood that song sounded hecca good need a full version lowkey
Totally
Hello
What do you think about “Thronmax MDrill One”
I couldn’t find any review in your channel for it
Should i buy it or the Blue Yeti
I enjoyed this review.
Everytime I mentally prepare for a tab-switching A/B test, you bring out the very mic I had in mind and do just that. How? Do you actually... think these things through or something?
Also, hope you hear this often - I admire your resolve to overcome the extreme pain of repetition, because deep down you know that for your reviews to be thorough and excellent, it requires that repetition... and it does, and they are, and you still somehow manage to avoid make it fun, entertaining and undeniably *yours* - all without being a sellout.
Would I recommend this Bandrew? If you couldn't guess by now, one hundred ninety nine thousand percent yes.
I absolutely love the sound of this mic, if only it didn't have the noise rejection problem and came with a shock mount, if that were the case I might have been tempted to get this over the King Bee when I can afford it just because I like the bassy sound it has for spoken word. Although I love the sound of the King Bee, so not completely sure about that lol
Thanks for the video
Thumbs up. Even with the bump-noise this mic is still better than the Elgato.
In every comparison I'm always a bit weirded out how absurdly good this bee-thing is 🐝
Really smooth and non-hyped in the highs but still very forward and present.
It's stylish AND functional. Seriously though, I love my King Bee. Never would have found out about it if I didn't watch this channel
That is one noisy microphone if you have to move it during a podcast. Thanks for the great review, stay safe and keep well...
Is it just me or did this one sound more muffled from the back than most of the others cardioid condeser mics you've tested? Also, would you consider adding a keyboard click test with "proper" way to position the mic (between mouth and keyboard, back turned perpendicular to the latter)?
Would you please make comparison between "Stagg SDM50" & "Shure SM58" 😉
Would you pick the PreSonus over the Rode Podmic? I want the Rode Podmic but I also would love your opinion :)
Giving me blue ember vibes, Still prefer the ember though, but if that's too bassy for you and the at2020 isn't your style i think this would be perfect for you
Do you have a suggestion for a good mic for use with a talk box? Trying to get a bright clean sound. Would like to either get a start out mic under $500 or a longterm mic that is in the $1000 range. Ideally if I could get a professional quality mic under $1000 that I could use long term that would be amazing!
Great video!
Would be good to see a fresh top of mic's in various budgets
very nive video! Very nice microphone!
Another great review! Thanks for always bringing the BEST mic reviews on the planet! " Down to the depths of Hell..." where Cerberus will use it as a chew toy???? Cant hear the fan noise with non detail playback .
Something like that or getting...uhh....pounded....or...uhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh. Yeah
@@Podcastage I was doing to take my comment a totally different direction but felt I best not. ( it did include pounding and other things)
If you had 1 mic, and only 1 mic to choose from for broadcast/live voice. Which mic would you choose.
I have the PX-1 and it's served me well. I've never had a6isses with it.
Which audio interface is the best? Presonus audiobox 22vsl, Steinberg Ur22 MK2, Mackie Onyx Blackjack or Behringer Umc22.
WHAT A THROW!!! 10/10
Hi I'm about to get a sm58 shure will it work and the audio will be good if I used xlr to usb cable?
Thanks.
"good job me" I love it!
I haven't checked if you have already done it but have you done or considered doing a baby's first microphone video? Just explaining what the specs actually mean. I looked up what sound pressure levels were and got a bit overwhelmed
EDIT: there is a choosing a microphone for beginners but it doesn't touch on what specs mean
can you make a video about samson sr850 studio headphones? thank you luv your reviews
sounds metallic
oof that tap on boom arm. could be loose xlr or something. great video tho, as always
great throw :)
Could you please review the Audio technica atr2500x USB
hey bandrew, was there an AC unit running in the background during the review. there was a hum in the background. it came across a little lower on the other microphones
12:02 - He has actually answered that in the outro.
Pretty good microphone
Please, review the Tascam TM-180 microphone. On the paper it seems good. Thank you.
You could use the GoPro in the corner behind you at the opposite side of the door, looking at the door to see how the box travels.
There is a quite noticeable hum in the video, is it the mic?
I loved it on the electric guitar.
I hit the like button as soon as he yeeted the box through the doorway hahaha
Podcastage you need to review the blue kiwi
Thanks man! I'm an artist trying to get the best affordable Microphone. I liked the AKG USB Condenser Mic. I like how it sounds crispy
@Mihul Yadav is it worth it if I have a BM-800? I want a new mic.
@@Icedrous Anything's an upgrade over the BM-800. Even USB microphones.
It’s actually a very Greta sounding mic! Hopefully the grounding and noise issues are just a bad unit, would be a shame if they were ‘normal’
Can you please review lewitt lct 441 flex
can you review the jlab talk go, jlab talk, and talk pro?
Can you please do review of ASTON SPIRIT condenser microphone
Hi. Can you review the ART TransX and ART TransY ?
how do you get rid of your mics self noise???
Please I would love to know your recent top affordable mics! USB and XLR :)
Well if I had to guess it'd be this (for him, not me):
USB - Elgato Wave (i barely recommend)
USB - AT2020+ USB (highly recommend as a USB mic, not a XLR)
XLR - Neat King Bee
XLR - SM58/57
XLR - AT2020 (better options out there)
I loved the at2020...I own one...
sounds really close to the king bee. although the king bee comes with a shock mount and pop filter.
Please review the marshall mxl usb 009.
Nice curve shot out the door.
Audio-technica atr2500x-usb?
Hey podcastage (Bandrew) ...
Please do a Shure sm58 vs senheiser e835 vs senheiser e845 vs shure sm57
Love from India....
The last mic actually sounds good
Yeah the Neat King bee is a good mic.
what mic mount do you use?
6:32 LMFAO! 😂😂😂
Presonus px1 vs Behringer b1 ??? Koji je bolji za demo snimaka kucne varijante
Funny. I heard the PX-1 pretty sharp, even sharper than the AT-2020 on the "s" sounds; compared to the AT, the PX-1 balanced it out (in my ears at least) with a fuller bass-low mid (the AT sounded 'hollow' compared to it). And for me, the King Bee is head and shoulders above it: it may not have as much bass (if you're not looking for it), but that presence that mic have, without being piercing, it's just sounds as a better mic than the PX-1 overall.
also would prefer PX-1, even if it cost some more
@podcastage pllease do a native instruments audio interface review the name is: komplete audio 1
King Bee stan here
does the fifine k670 work on xbox ?
Could u do the fifine k678 usb microphone plz and thank u
I like the sound. Luckily I don’t beat up my boom arm, so that’s not really a factor for me.
Nice review, thanks!
ARGHH the speech pattern when doing the Neat King Bee is so familiar but i just cant remember who did it
review superlux E205U and compare with atr 2050 usb plz
Sir please suggest me , Usb microphone under 50/- dollars for my singing . Plz........
there's nothing to choose of in such a bugdet
Even with the handling noise, this one could be a nice mic for guitar recording. I really liked how it sounds. But, yeah, if your is not faulty, then it's a terrible project error. If there's any way to fix it, maybe it worth the trouble.
Ordered a second one and will make a follow up.
This mic sounds superb on Joe Gilder.
Do you have any plans on reviewing any of the Advanced Audio clones out in Canada? Their Sony C800G clone is legit and less than a tenth of the price. Their U87 clone is $300 and is used by Warner Bros and Disney for cartoon voiceovers.
World class rising slider. Would’ve whiffed any righty.
Is kidney incision healing better?
Did the keyboard recently change?
Changed maybe 10 months ago, I just always seem to forget to call them Gateron blue switches.
Dear Bendrew, it is really helpful, that you compare always to other mics. I suggest to make one mic to a standard (low budget e.g. NW700) to compare always to the competitions mics.
PTW: the AT2020 sound best to me at this comparison.
Best Regards
Martin
Presonus Studio 24C review plz
0:44 Box flies :p
I may just watch these vids for that from now on! I’m all set-up with a lovely King Bee, thanks 100% to Bandrew’s review. 🤘🤖🤘
King Bee is still on the iron throne of the Bang for the Buck Mic Realm
:')
but the looks tho...
He boosted others like 6db and king bee only 2 db enough . Only bad thing how it looks but its ok
@Grayson Peddie the absolute size of that thing too hehe I don't get it
Moving the mic around sounded like there was a broken connection. This unit has to be faulty, because who would release a mic that sounds that bad?
I ordered a second one and will make a follow up video once I find out more.
THOSE NOISES when tapping the microphone ARE ACTUALLY a GOOD sign. They means that the capsule is VERY sensitive and it will capture EVERY SINGLE DETAIL on your recording (Those are low frequency vibrations), so You just NEED to use the mic with a shock mount.
Btw, that throw was definetly a very good one.
Anyway, great video, i found it funny, interesting AND helpfull, so... Thumbs Up.
That sound from the handling noise is *_NOT_* something you want to hear. That's not a good sign.
when is the manely review?
I have been trying my damndest to get any response from them to get the mic repaired, but have had no luck whatsoever, so it’s just sitting unused until I get it repaired.