Comparing 8 Vocal Microphones from $30,000 - $100! - Can BUDGET mics hold their ground?

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  • @Producelikeapro
    @Producelikeapro  ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Hey everyone, which is your favourite mic? Remember: all of these mics can work for you. It's about selecting the right microphone for the singer and using the right processing.
    Get a YEARLY Produce Like A Pro Academy Membership for just $99: producelikeapro.com
    Download the vocal multitracks here: producelikeapro.lpages.co/vocal-mic-shootout/

    • @JohnnyAllan-vj7sj
      @JohnnyAllan-vj7sj 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I'm gonna sound like shit on all of them

  • @aleksamrkela831
    @aleksamrkela831 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Just for convenience!
    4:20 - Neumann U47
    5:30 - AEA R44
    7:30 - Lewitt 040
    8:40 - Shure SM58
    10:40 - Shure SM7B
    12:12 - Royer R10
    13:49 - Lauten 220
    14:49 - Mojave 201 FET

    • @Doubrelle
      @Doubrelle ปีที่แล้ว +3

      AKG C214 - Recorded my new Album with it, great for vocals - Premium performance at a bargain price

  • @Producelikeapro
    @Producelikeapro  ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Mics & Timestamps:
    4:22 Neumann U47: sweetwater.sjv.io/R5P9Av
    5:10 AEA R44: sweetwater.sjv.io/6eR3Qb
    7:20 Lewitt 040: sweetwater.sjv.io/EKxGM4
    9:20 Shure SM58: sweetwater.sjv.io/WqKWbA
    10:20 Shure SM7B: sweetwater.sjv.io/XYZ0gX
    12:00 Royer R10: sweetwater.sjv.io/AWAkv1
    13:20 Mojave 201 FET: sweetwater.sjv.io/m5k9Ja
    14:05 Lauten 220: sweetwater.sjv.io/ZQQNmR

  • @dylanlundgren
    @dylanlundgren 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Love my LA-220, I've never once second guessed it since purchasing! Love it

  • @OdinOfficialEmcee
    @OdinOfficialEmcee ปีที่แล้ว +4

    The RCA, U47, SM7B, and Royer were the best and most versatile selections, and the RCA served her voice best imo.
    What I've learned over time is I'd always rather an even toned, dark mic that takes EQ well. It is always easier and sounds better to add a bit of highs and take away low end than to try and tame a lot of high end and add low end.

  • @randomcustomer2806
    @randomcustomer2806 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    That Lauten does really well, breathy without getting uncomfortably fizzy. I feel it would be easy to sit the vocal in a mix with minimal EQ applied. Interesting colour grading on this vid btw; soft, pinky. Easy on the eye.

  • @tayzonday
    @tayzonday ปีที่แล้ว +20

    This is awesome! I’d also love to hear Audient VS RME, Apogee, Neve etc ❤✊🙏

    • @Producelikeapro
      @Producelikeapro  ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Marvellous idea!!

    • @tallmccartneymusic
      @tallmccartneymusic ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I think the differences are less noticeable than you would think, especially if you're using outboard mic pres. I think the most important thing to consider is which best suits your needs. My EVO 16 sounds nearly identical to my apollo twin duo and they almost completely phase cancel in a null test.

    • @Producelikeapro
      @Producelikeapro  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks ever so much for sharing!@@tallmccartneymusicthe EVO range is ridiculously good!

    • @fredtimothy940
      @fredtimothy940 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Audient Preamps Rock. And I’ll say it again- Audient Preamps Rock.

    • @roderickaugust
      @roderickaugust ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Producelikeaproplease include the Lynx Aurora (N) if you do this!

  • @danafiorucci83
    @danafiorucci83 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Like I always say it's what works for the voice I really enjoyed the Lauten 220 on her voice.

  • @mikemartinmusic704
    @mikemartinmusic704 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I love shootout videos like this! I'm a fan of the Shure stuff, great bang for your buck. I own two SM58's, two SM57's, a Beta 52A, and a Beta 58A. I use the Beta 58A for vocals at most of my live gigs and home recordings, it's great.

    • @Producelikeapro
      @Producelikeapro  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks ever so much for sharing! Very cool!

  • @Circharles
    @Circharles ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Loving the video quality

  • @fredtimothy940
    @fredtimothy940 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Yes many of the cheaper LDC’s are bright while still having the plosive problem. Then when you low cut the plosive they get super shrill. My favorite vocal mics are dark condensers that still have a little top magic without emphasis. I love the Miktek CV4 and Violet Design Globe Vintage (now a special order item from JZ Microphones)

    • @samchoate1719
      @samchoate1719 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yup, I have begun gravitating towards high quality, but darker voiced mics. They take EQ better in my opinion, so a little high shelf, and you’re good!

  • @seaofbeer13
    @seaofbeer13 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thomann FET amps are amazing for ribbon mics. I have to turn the pres on my mixer all the way down. They also protect your mic by not letting phantom power get through to the ribbon.

  • @BobbyLouxMusic
    @BobbyLouxMusic ปีที่แล้ว

    Warren wish you mentioned the mic setting on the 7b that’s rarely mentioned in these shoot outs. I like you took the foam off the mic, that alone gave us more info on how you personally use an sm7b. Did you change the settings on that mic or leave flat!

  • @halgrimaldo4147
    @halgrimaldo4147 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    U47 and SM7B for me. Not surprising is the SM58 (sometimes the scratch worked best). Guessing a TLM 49 would have favored her as well.
    All fair assessments. Nice examples highlighting sibilance and presence with a challenging but talented! voice.

    • @cowabungaw9958
      @cowabungaw9958 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I am in the same camp - u47 & sm7b

  • @derekstudt
    @derekstudt ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Great video. FYI...The Mojave MA201FET is usually just under $800, not $300.

    • @jdoppler
      @jdoppler ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Wow, I liked the Lauten much more...

    • @silveramateur571
      @silveramateur571 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@jdoppler SAME

  • @connorsykes564
    @connorsykes564 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Great Video! really interesting seeing the differences between the mics, and finally, I get why some mics are so much more expensive than others. Thanks for explaining it so clearly

    • @Producelikeapro
      @Producelikeapro  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Glad it was helpful! Thanks ever so much!

  • @jonathanreddish8590
    @jonathanreddish8590 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    R44.... great shootout! thanks

  • @rome8180
    @rome8180 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The more I hear vocals through a nice ribbon mic, the more I want one. It's funny how your tastes change as you mix more. I used to really love bright vocals. Now I like a darker, more "vintage" sound.
    Part of that could just be because of all the experience I've had trying to mix my own sibilant voice. I've had so many situations where I recorded a vocal on a mic that "sounded great" but just became awful once I applied EQ and compression. I'd do things like de-ess and manually turn down the S's and it still never sounded right.
    I've moved to only using an SM7B on myself for that reason. But I'm wondering if a ribbon might be even better.

    • @OrangeyTangerine
      @OrangeyTangerine 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I was also contemplating ribbons, but wanted more detail. So I recently got a Shure KSM32 and this thing handles sibilance like a champ. It is super rare to get a noticeable sibilance out of it. It is a darker microphone, but I recommend it for the price, especially if it is bought in the used market.

    • @JohnnyAllan-vj7sj
      @JohnnyAllan-vj7sj 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Consider your mic placement and the way you're singing into it first. Sing directly into the heart of any mic and you're gonna get hissssss

  • @Ramborg3
    @Ramborg3 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi Warren, if you turn the Royer r10 around (to the side without the badge) you will get a brighter response as the ribbon is offset towards the back. That mic is great for guitar amplifiers as it has an inner screen for use in high SPL applications but it is awesome on vox and mandolin, etc.

  • @Projacked1
    @Projacked1 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have used thin panty's/ stockings-fabric over the grill to tame brightness/ brittleness.
    Also a layer from napkins works, very thin.
    I have the same on my AKG condenser, but that brightness can be handy for other things. It's a utility mic for me.
    Here's another tip I never used, a guy told me , he tried numerous things with recording trumpets, or similar; Try a drumskin in front of the mic.
    I have used this in other ways; f.e. with a speaker in front of a snare drum. It sort of levels the sound.
    You can also use drums as tunable 'reverbs'.

  • @guprovasi
    @guprovasi ปีที่แล้ว

    Waves just launched a plugin called Silk Vocal, which is similar to Soothe2 I think…

  • @andrewarbogast1
    @andrewarbogast1 ปีที่แล้ว

    Soothe2 is one of my favorite plugins and they actually offer a payment plan option if you can't afford it all up front.

  • @Kevinfordsynthesizers
    @Kevinfordsynthesizers ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Fantastic watch, I’m hearing details I’d never considered before, thank you

  • @homestudioacademy
    @homestudioacademy ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What an awesome mic shootout! I’m sure it will help many people hear the differences and choose for themselves what they prefer.

  • @createlovehappy
    @createlovehappy ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How about a Rode K2 Tube mic with its own power supply…? Have you tried this on vocals or anything? My Sweetwater guy sold me this with the idea that it warms things up in a digital daw. I wanted old school vintage, blues, soul, rock and roll, etc.

  • @chuckschillingvideos
    @chuckschillingvideos ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I think it all depends upon what you are looking for out of a microphone. Just because a microphone is pricy doesn't mean it does what you're looking for in any particular context.

  • @Fedbo
    @Fedbo ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What's the name of the song? 😊

  • @clarrebarre65
    @clarrebarre65 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanx Warren. De-essing in Melodyne Studio is super easy and effective and adjustable per word also if you want.

    • @Byron101_
      @Byron101_ ปีที่แล้ว

      nose. De-esing is not the best solution. With Melodyne De-essing you are often killing other frequencys. It´s better to do Deessing by hand! with Level automation on region/event/clip.

    • @clarrebarre65
      @clarrebarre65 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Byron101_ Do you relly know how Melodyne detects things like ess/t:s/k:s??

  • @ThePersistentRumor
    @ThePersistentRumor ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm very new to learning about all this, but thank you for supporting what I've been saying for months. If you know how to handle the variations all mics have, you don't need yo go broke buying them.

  • @RasCuban33
    @RasCuban33 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I am also in the middle of getting a second vocal mic, I currently have an older (2004) Blue Baby Bottle made in Latvia. These were really good choices but I’m leaning towards TZ Audio’ Stellar X2 Vintage with the K47 capsule. Not a straight copy of the U47 but really close with some minimal Eq added.

    • @billesposito2112
      @billesposito2112 21 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I have it The Sennheiser MK4 blows it away and it's only 399$ No comparison. If you didn't buy yet look into it. Read reviews you won't find one where the person doesn't absolutely love it.

  • @mallorga1965
    @mallorga1965 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Another great video. I'm a Lauten and Mojave fan (still don't have any, but I hope so).

  • @mattkent2651
    @mattkent2651 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The TLM103 for a Neumann, is a bit brittle in the high end, but versatile. But by far, the best mic in this collection (apart from the U47) is the Shure SM7B. But you need a preamp with a very decent amount of gain. forget running this mic, with a weedy Focusrite or Presonus... you'll need a 500 series pre, audient or UAD or RME. At least 60db of gain. Lets be honest, mics depend very very much on the voice.

    • @Byron101_
      @Byron101_ ปีที่แล้ว

      TLM103 is more a mic for instruments, like violins, guitar - and not good for voice. TLM103 is much to bright and has very hard transients... not recommend.

  • @weschilton
    @weschilton ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'd love to hear the Soyuz bomblet and 017 in this mix. I love my bomblet on female vocals!

  • @Ryan_Messenger
    @Ryan_Messenger ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just picked up a sE Dynacaster as an SM7B alternative. Very interesting mic!

  • @gutekzpoligonu
    @gutekzpoligonu ปีที่แล้ว

    SM7B was used when Papa Het was recording the main vocals for HARDWIRED Metallica record. Unfortunately I don't know what was compressor but for EQ they used Neve side car with I think 1073 or vintage 1073 but it could also be a BAE. It's hard to see from the distance.

  • @treborretlaw
    @treborretlaw ปีที่แล้ว

    You were absolutely right about how I got my microphones. First a Shure Sm58, then A Rhode Nt1A then an Lewitt LC240 and now 2 AKG 214 which I like. A Shure Sm57 along the way , a €50 Euro Marantz condenser and a cheap Behringer Drum mic kit. I am thinking of getting a Neumann TLM 102 or even a 103. But I am not shure how much this will improve my singing !!
    The important information for me was, to get a good condenser mic, that reacts well to EQ and Compression. Are there any in the € 300-500 (or $) price range?

    • @timpo9238
      @timpo9238 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      KSM 32 and se electronics 4400a or the T2 would be my recommendations.

    • @treborretlaw
      @treborretlaw ปีที่แล้ว

      @@timpo9238 thx for the tip. I will check tthem out!

  • @PippPriss
    @PippPriss ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Oh my goodness, what an absolutely great voice! Interesting vocal melody also! And I have to say, the AEA R44 fits the atmosphere of the song and her voice perfectly! I cannot believe how much everything else, to me at least, paled in comparison. I think the Mojave 201 FET with some more heavy EQ'ing and de-essing can deliver a nice performance as well. Thank you for making this interesting test!

  • @keithbertschin1213
    @keithbertschin1213 ปีที่แล้ว

    One thing I would love to see a presentation on, and I never see, is how record labels deal with recordings. So just throwing it out there. Where are the original recordings held and how are they managed in terms of protecting aging but also versions, how many and where they are stored. Are they ever returned to or has everything been digitized?
    With all the Peter Jackson involvement must be creating more versions. Are they just backed up locally and online like I would at home? I know it’s going to be different now than back in the analogue days so maybe a now and then (see what I did) kind of thing so we can see how they treated recordings and archives back in the day to now. Just such a fascinating area of the industry which doesn’t seem to get any attention. Seems to me Produce Like A Pro would be the perfect home for such a subject. Many Thanks

  • @onoesmurlocs
    @onoesmurlocs ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I got the OC16 really nice , but I did consider getting the Lantern 220 , I am sure its just as good a option.

  • @Sarsour_
    @Sarsour_ ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love the content, fun stuff!

  • @jamesbatcho
    @jamesbatcho ปีที่แล้ว

    I heard the gain issue as well with the R10, but of all of them I liked it on her voice the most for the smoothness and balance, strangely even more than the U47. It is dark, but it fit the mood of the song.

  • @MisuAlexandru1
    @MisuAlexandru1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thank you for this video! The thing is: what an awesome singer! She sounds so good and professional! I understand the point of the video but omg... the singer is more than 90% of the sound, in my opinion

  • @Thearcherfl
    @Thearcherfl ปีที่แล้ว

    Correct me if I’m wrong but thriller was an sm7 not the sm7b. However I’m just parroting what I’ve heard as I don’t know if they sound any different from each other

  • @panikpas
    @panikpas 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    After testing a lots of mics, I'm now using the Electro Voice 635A and it's perfect me.

    • @Producelikeapro
      @Producelikeapro  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks ever so much for sharing

  • @AmiliaCaraMia
    @AmiliaCaraMia ปีที่แล้ว

    I liked the u47. Is felt the smoothest in the high end. I find that Shure mics tend to have a very blocky / tough high end. Works great in metal but in this case it was a bit much on the higher notes. I get the impression that the u47 would take eq very well.

  • @Joey-rp5vg
    @Joey-rp5vg ปีที่แล้ว

    Very very interesting. It's a bit like different strokes for different folks and there's no one size fits all. How you use your mic is a good start though. Thanks very much

  • @acmeyakko
    @acmeyakko ปีที่แล้ว

    You might have liked the Royer R10 even better turned around. It's a bit brighter that way.

  • @andrewsusay
    @andrewsusay 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Time to bring out the SM58. It sounded great as always

  • @regalesq.3687
    @regalesq.3687 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great Singer. More videos with her would be awesome

  • @rodprod8522
    @rodprod8522 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Credit to the singer for such consistent performances of a wildly variable vocal.
    The U87 is worth the money for the amount of time it saves in a professional studio.
    All the others have problems, some more than others, the Lewitt has the most.
    At first I was annoyed that the guitar distracted from her voice, but actually is was a nice complement! More of these please!

  • @GalicianBandit
    @GalicianBandit ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I think you should have included the Austrian Audio OC16, cracking mic

    • @Producelikeapro
      @Producelikeapro  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I didn’t have one to hand! It is a great mic! I tried to be as through as possible.

    • @Producelikeapro
      @Producelikeapro  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Could easily have done 50 Mics!

  • @rolarockwell4467
    @rolarockwell4467 ปีที่แล้ว

    Would be great to see a a shoot out on diferent mic pop sheilds, i know its a simple thing but i see them priced from a fiver up to a couple hundred quids. Is there realy a big difference?

  • @Mister_Jahn
    @Mister_Jahn ปีที่แล้ว

    Best I've used for me is a real 251 at a fine studio... In the market for a home alternative... Fet too so I can record at a moments notice if I feel something. Awaiting some reviews of the new Chandler tg Type L on a deep baritone and maybe a Christmas time sale on the Roswell colares... Problem is is nearly twice the price of the Chandler but I like these 2 companies approach. Not clones not boring.

  • @ToHerbiarz
    @ToHerbiarz ปีที่แล้ว

    Last sentence was best. Cheers from Poland!

    • @Producelikeapro
      @Producelikeapro  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We just landed in Krakow!

    • @ToHerbiarz
      @ToHerbiarz ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Producelikeapro Serious? Are you doing seminars here? I'm rapper and producer from Gdynia, It's city on north, close to see

  • @producerbenford
    @producerbenford ปีที่แล้ว

    This is a beautiful comparison. Warren, I’m going to lend you this original U87i to put next to the new 47. I just have to know.

  • @DeltaWhiskeyBravo13579
    @DeltaWhiskeyBravo13579 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The U47 sounded as expensive as it is, so it the best but likely not attainable for most, especially me.
    I would seriously consider one that is somewhat affordable, and was very surprised at its sound, the ribbon Royer R10 for my studio. For stage yeah old school SM58, c'mon can't beat it for $110.
    FWIW my current de-esser of choice within Studio One is the Eiosis e2deesser I've got with the Slate and SSL Complete.

  • @paokdz
    @paokdz 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    amazing video! i think the video that we were allwaiting for!!

  • @SydneyValette
    @SydneyValette ปีที่แล้ว

    What do you recommend for a pretty agressive low male vox? Lots of 3k and 200, preamp is Api with mimas , room « half treated ». On sm7 and fet 47 clone but still getting a lot of sibilances…

  • @jeremythornton433
    @jeremythornton433 ปีที่แล้ว

    Could you not have use the U47 to record the voice and then play it back through a really good speaker into whatever microphones you want to test? Including the U 47? Or record with something that you're not test? A U87 for example? A test tone a 1,000 K would always be the same that way. I'd have really loved to hear comparisons of various U47 copies too. Like my Warm Audio WA47jr for example.

  • @jobstmonter3910
    @jobstmonter3910 ปีที่แล้ว

    Back in the 80….. i used a plastic crown PZM 180 on a carpet at the wall for tracking vocals …….or i use an re20……or 421 ….

  • @carlosborunda
    @carlosborunda ปีที่แล้ว

    Would it be good to use a recording as a "performance" in order to maintain control and compare using the same input?

  • @markblagdon
    @markblagdon ปีที่แล้ว

    What pop filter is being used - looks like just what I’m after.

  • @scottbrower9052
    @scottbrower9052 ปีที่แล้ว

    Serious question (from a non-recording person): In the days of near-universal use of AutoTune, does it really matter?

  • @JochenVogel
    @JochenVogel ปีที่แล้ว

    Allright, I'll name names then. For my own voice my favourite mic is a Recording Tools MC 700. And since I changed the capsule to a 32 mm K 47 style of unknown provenance it sounds even better. I still have a stock-version of this mic; it sounds good, but not as "intimate" or maybe flattering as the new old capsule.
    For my partner in life and in The BirdHouse I bought a Recording-Tools MC 900, with a C 12 style capsule, which seems like a good choice, but I haven't recorded her with it yet.
    That being said, I can't really recommend the brand as such, because it's the cheap department of Russian company Oktava. Since February 2022 I can't buy Russian products with a clear conscience anymore.
    For my harps I use a t.bone SC 1100 with a 35 mm center terminated capsule (mixed with the home made piezo I have been using for almost 30 years now) and during my recent COVID infection I thought of using it on my then very Barry-White-ish voice. ;-) On the harps this mic at the right angle captures every intricacy of their sounds.
    I have used more expensive mics with bigger names in professional studios, but I am quite happy with the results I get at home now. If You're interested, You can check out my learning-curve on my YT-channel.
    Thank You for Your videos, Warren! They help a lot with the above mentioned process.

  • @shaft9000
    @shaft9000 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hearing ~ 2-5% distortion on my end after YT compression; even more with the R44.
    This isn't the first time I've noticed distortion in your videos. Seems YT doesn't get along with your limiter :(

    • @Producelikeapro
      @Producelikeapro  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      That's why we always provide the multitracks so you can hear for yourself! Pl;ease download them and make up your own mind

    • @shaft9000
      @shaft9000 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Producelikeapro Ahhh, yes, it seems I'd overlooked that.
      Thanks, Warren :)

  • @CharlieMayMusic
    @CharlieMayMusic ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The 58 sounded really good on her voice. I find some singers i've worked with prefer a 58 over my nicer mics because it's what they're used to. I'm happy to throw one up to get the best performance.

    • @Thoracius
      @Thoracius ปีที่แล้ว

      You're not hearing that resonance? There's a weird phasey resonance issue in the highs, that gets especially harsh on the sibilants.

  • @fredtimothy940
    @fredtimothy940 ปีที่แล้ว

    A notable exception to the idea that cheap LDC’s are bright: the WA-47f

  • @Charlie_Echo
    @Charlie_Echo ปีที่แล้ว

    Really interesting, thank you! The Neumann TLM 102 is a mic that sounds nice and even to me on a more achievable budget than the U47 :) Did the artist have a preference among the mics used here?

  • @paulvogel6303
    @paulvogel6303 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    loved the r44

  • @officialWWM
    @officialWWM ปีที่แล้ว

    Could you please share the brand of that pop filter? I love the clip and that goose neck looks like it actually works! I’ve been looking for something like that for ages! Also, the Lauten Audio LA320 tube mic sounds amazing for the money!

  • @Excaidus-Metal
    @Excaidus-Metal ปีที่แล้ว

    Not a big fan of tube mics. Tried a few of them and they EQ funny and are either too hot or cold Audio Technica and Rode mics really do the job for me, even like those better than Neumann mics.

  • @BlugubriousMusic
    @BlugubriousMusic ปีที่แล้ว

    Can you give the spelling of the singer's name and is this song available yet? You said it, but I can't seem to spell it or find her out there. Great demo, but also great performance.

  • @haraldfrostad
    @haraldfrostad 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I recently saw your interview with Sweetwater, and and wrote, REF:
    Thanks a LOT for yet another GREAT interview guys ~ Warren: "The Lewitt LCT 640 TS" - are you using it for vocals, acoustic guitar and amps etc... And will (I guess you will, since it's your favorite mic) you recommend this (Lewitt LCT 640 TS) for any of the Warm Audio mics, especially for vocals..? Thanks a lot for your answer : ) Peace, Love & MUSIC ~ from Norway

  • @JasonTaylor-po5xc
    @JasonTaylor-po5xc 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Honestly, unless you _know_ what to listen for, they all sound pretty good - certainly fine for TH-cam or similar. Yeah, you probably won't want to record your hit single on it but geez - law of diminishing returns for sure.

  • @niklaskenez2334
    @niklaskenez2334 ปีที่แล้ว

    Milab DC-196, I would 😍to see what you think about this mic. Then you have the Milab VIP-60 😁

  • @caprising4445
    @caprising4445 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Man the two 300$ ones both sounded awesome

  • @robertmarshall72
    @robertmarshall72 ปีที่แล้ว

    Fantastic review, and wonderful singer. Just one question for you, how would the Lewitt LCT 540 Subzero work as a mic in the line up. Thanks 🙏

  • @guapshonen
    @guapshonen ปีที่แล้ว

    I was hoping the akg p120 or the at2020 would show up. Great eduactional video all in all!

  • @TwangThang57
    @TwangThang57 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Really liked the silkiness of the Lauten.

  • @Somedei
    @Somedei ปีที่แล้ว

    Singer is amazing. Thanks now I need 30k for a mic , do they sell the magic bundle U47+CL1B+La2a ? may be affordable ?

  • @LouCarlozo
    @LouCarlozo 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Damn, your ears are great! Really wonderful video. Curious as to whether you have any opinion on the old American-made 58s versus the Mexican ones? A lot of people swear by the old ones, but that could be a lot of malarkey. Thanks!

  • @PharaohLawLess1
    @PharaohLawLess1 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I’ve used the SM58 to record vocals and for its price point it’s very very very usable

  • @dimitri043
    @dimitri043 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I actually liked the SM58 the most.

  • @rtdrec
    @rtdrec ปีที่แล้ว

    Sony C800 G and Brauner VMA .

  • @thomascampitelli3268
    @thomascampitelli3268 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Had you played me these mics in a mix, randomly switching between them without any indication, I would have been hard pressed to tell you that anything was different. Maybe the Lewitt stands out as brighter... However, again, if these were being switched without warning, I doubt I would notice.

  • @ShaneRyanMusic
    @ShaneRyanMusic 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great vid as usual, thanks for the time and energy, beautiful stuff...
    I have a sm7db. My question is, should I use the built-in mic pre amp for gain or the audio interface gain for recording. Is there any benefits or pitfalls either way. I have a new Uad volt 2 on the way. What would give me the cleanist recording I wonder.
    Silly question maybe, 😂
    Thank you

  • @metalinsights9664
    @metalinsights9664 ปีที่แล้ว

    I didn't like the Lauten at all. It sounded hollow and boxy at the same time in the mids. It also had very little low end.

  • @timball8429
    @timball8429 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very informative Warren. Thank you! 🙏

  • @binarymilton
    @binarymilton ปีที่แล้ว

    Great advert for the good old SM58. All of them sounded good on that singer's voice with the exception of the Royer which just sounded woolly to me, like someone had put a thick sock over the mic. The RCA ribbon was dark, sure, but not woolly.
    U47 came across as - whispers - a bit boring and not as much clarity as some of the others - I guess a singer will enunciate differently on different takes - but it sounded almost like there was a microphonic ring on the word 'heart'. I think evenness is overrated! Dare I say it, the Lewitt had more vibe than the U47. SM7B also sounded a bit boring.
    To sum up: I liked the SM58, Lewitt, Mojave and Lauten on that particular vocalist.

  • @angelvoicemusic
    @angelvoicemusic 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    With the U47 I hear me sitting in the same room. With more or less every other microphone I hear something unnatural.
    I like if there is no need to remove issues from a recorded signal. I think it's not only deessing, EQ-ing etc. It's something you can not repair.
    To cringe from spending more money for a flawless microphone could be the wrong way in longer terms. Bying cheap costs twice. Microphones last forever, they will survive their owner.
    It's similar to buying a sound system for live or studio. You can use it many years, it will be worth the money. It's not like a Laptop, that will be worthless in 3 years.
    As I know you can get the U47 as reintroduced U47 fet for under 4000€. Still al lot of money. Same recording result, better quality, modern specifications.

  • @WholeFoodPlantPeople
    @WholeFoodPlantPeople 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    i'm learning a lot from your videos. I bought an AKG P220, and it sounds nice, but i'm still a newbie. Curious if anyone has had experience with it.

  • @henryhuynh2099
    @henryhuynh2099 ปีที่แล้ว

    Did you changed your camera ? Looks like Sony

  • @elvisjaggerabduljabbar5750
    @elvisjaggerabduljabbar5750 ปีที่แล้ว

    If there were a series of habits or daily exercises like in the Karate Kit movie, but to be a music producer, what do you think they would be?

  • @officialWWM
    @officialWWM ปีที่แล้ว +5

    That R44 suited her voice/song perfectly to my ears. It made those higher notes much more pleasant.

    • @Producelikeapro
      @Producelikeapro  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thanks ever so much for sharing

    • @ismellpedo
      @ismellpedo ปีที่แล้ว

      It was way too dark in my opinion. The high end clarity was completely gone in her voice and it pretty much sounded like she was singing under a pillow

    • @officialWWM
      @officialWWM ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ismellpedo that’s why I liked it. I found her high end screatchy and difficult to listen to. The ribbon mic took the edge off it!

    • @TheThinker43
      @TheThinker43 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Agree, if I were going to listen to cats being run over this would be my mic choice 😂

    • @TheThinker43
      @TheThinker43 ปีที่แล้ว

      At 7:50 that 🐈 hiss is tamed nicely

  • @claudioagmfilho
    @claudioagmfilho 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷👏🏻 SM7b sounded the best! Besides the U47...

  • @robertledgley8243
    @robertledgley8243 ปีที่แล้ว

    Is the Songs/Artists Who Changed Music format retired?

  • @justanotherpeasant3442
    @justanotherpeasant3442 ปีที่แล้ว

    It's pretty hard to go wrong with a 47, but I'm quite surprised at how good all the mics sounded.

  • @WMCMUSIC
    @WMCMUSIC ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Michael's recording/mix engineer Bruce Swedien didn't used the SM7B but the SM7 (the real classic) version.

  • @drewbarka833
    @drewbarka833 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    all kounda sound muddy...try the sony cs...and MJ with a sony...it"s MJ? wanted what he wanted......

  • @MrTimdriver
    @MrTimdriver ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent.