------- My Update Video Addressing The Recent Complains About "Noise" or "Quality" ------- ------- Maono AU-A04 Revisited Checking Why It Sounds Different Review: th-cam.com/video/tH4Ix-pnJMQ/w-d-xo.html ------- ------- Another Investigation & Possible Firmware Fix By TDCatTech: th-cam.com/video/jqBGOije7l0/w-d-xo.html -------
@@krisp3629 If you got it recently i would return it and try to get their newer models and see if they are better, otherwise go directly to maono be like whats up with this?
Is it confirmed that they changed something? Or is it just 1 or 2 people receiving knock-off units? I was looking forward to buy this mic and now I am not sure anymore.
@@vermasachin They got in touch with me to review the new models with good features, so I will ask them and update this here and in the review, ill keep you guys posted
"We are not using the pop filter nor windscreen protector and the audio is not poping *pop* clipping,*pop*, sound *pop* ing pretty great *pop*, its pretty clean *pop*, which is pre- *pop* tty suprising." Life Kommando- 2020 4:35
there was definitely alot of popping on the maono. but at that pricepoint it's a bit expected. It is nice that the include the boom arm, pop filter, and shock mount. And the fact that they have realtech drivers is dope
In some cases yeah it may sound better than the Yeti, but if you are using high quality headphones you can hear more detail in the Yeti, which helps when editing the audio. In the end does it really matter? Not really, in the end most of the people who will listen to the audio in the end will most likely not care and can't tell the difference.
Just recurved this kit from Amazon, upgrading from a snowball. It might not be a whole lot better, but it most CERTAINLY is not worse. And the fact that it came with all those extra bits; how could you not jump on this deal?
Listening to the test on high res earbuds, the maoao is amazing for the price. I bought one today for 55$ on amazon. Cant wait to start my own asmr nose blowing channel.
Damn, and I thought the FiFine was the best budget mic. This review really helped me since I'm starting my channel and all I needed was a great cheap mic, thanks man 👍
Well, I wasn't sure about this microphone, because in many videos that I listened to, it sounded differently every time. But this one sold me this thing. Thanks for the review!
I will jump on this deal! Blue Yeti is about $180 CAD which is insane. I remember when the Blue Yeti was only $100 and that's a huge price change. SO glad you made this video! Thanks Kommando!
@@zzzmuz1c TLDR: Check out Alpha gaming a fellow vocalist with great knowledge on mics. Well I'm no vocalist, but my reco after 2 years is thats a great Podcasting mic, but it has no ability to adjust without meh software. I highly highly recommend checking out Alphagaming on TH-cam. He made his start as a vocalist and has much more expertise on microphones than I do. Should be able to answer your questions he works with a few good audio guys that frequent his channel too.
This is a great video my guy. Love finding videos like these. Not nonsense, just clear tests and on point facts etc. makes a lot of decisions easy and takes out half of the effort for me lol. I’m currently using a Blue snowball with a virtual soundboard as well as a windscreen. I was using a pop filter but I had a cheap one and it was just too in the way and the windscreen did just about the same. For my videos and streams my snowball does well, but I’m thinking of maybe upgrading in the future. Do you think this Maono would be an upgrade from a snowball or a downgrade? I don’t really do VA work, more streaming/chatting/video making type content. Not sure if you have any experience with the snowball, but any advice/opinions would be great!
You can also turn up the gain real time on the maono with apps and get closer to the mic to get that deeper effect he got when he did that on the Fi-fine
yes, i am using Maono AU A04 nearly an year, which is really a great microphone with excellent sound quality. But now they have the raised the price so high. That is not good.
nice how your blue yeti does not pick up all the sounds around the house, mine does and i have gain as low as possible. and i have a pop filter on my blue yeti. But when im talking to friends or streaming/recording, all other sounds like cars driving by, me making coffee will all be heard throu the blue yeti.
The production is really nice and the point is very clean. Obviously you deserve more views. And thanks for that nice review! My only question is will this microphone be good for using it in streaming as first one?
Thanks, I would tell you to get it but check out my updated video regarding the change in hardware, it no longer sounds the same. If you want the same or better quality, get either the PM422 or PM421 as they use the same good old chip + having extra features. Since these mics have a flattish profile you can easily tweak them through OBS's new feature that lets you EQ your mic live :)
@@LifeKommando thank you very much! Saw your recent video about this mic after writing a comment. And also thanks for that advice with OBS! Will try it out!
@@genkiferal7178 It depends on your phone. We're not sure which model you use. But in most cases, it should be USB type C male to type A female adapter. If it uses a micro-USB charging port, then you shold look for a micro-USB male to type A female adapter
thanks for the video i was confused between blue yeti and maono but finally i locked on maono i make my youtube vedios with it its performance is soo good...
Thanks for the review! I m a new TH-camr and needed a mic to do some voice over work for ome of my videos. I just purchased the Manono mic from Amazon fr $47, so hopefully my voice overs sound better than my Mac mic or mu iPhone mic!
just use a noise gate to take out background noise and or your video editing software should have a background noise can filter it out. then run it thru izotope nectar 3 element and run it tru dialoge podcast option
Will it be a good choice if I want to use it for e.g. keyboard typing sound, or musical instrument? I am currently thinking about getting this or Samson C01U Pro.
yo brotha i have a quick question. Before though thanks for the video highly appreciate it. Are your headphones connected to your computer to monitor your vocals at the same time as your mic is connected?
I got the last maono with mute and minijack for half of that price. Guess they went cheaper. It doesn’t bring the arm thing though. It has a sturdy metal foot.
I really want a Blue yeti, it’s just really good for me, but I decided to get the Maono, just because of its price and has almost the same mic audio as blue yeti, I’m not a big mic fan, just want a really good mic and by far, maono is one of the best! Probably beating blue yeti because of it’s price. I might make this mic my main mic since its so good.
I am having a problem where when I put this microphone through any software it sounds static and bad. When I use the microphone without soft wear it is completely fine. Anyone have suggestions?
My pinned comment has the latest info atm, Im still in contact with them, trying to find out whats happening and waiting for them to send their latest model
@@LifeKommando Thanks for replying LK!!, I think the latest model from the PM series is the PM-430 and not the PM-422. Anyways, thank you very much for helping us!
@@TheCryptoHobbyist no problem, tho from the looks of it the PM-430 model seems like its actually an older model as I see reviews of it from December last year :) While the PM-422 I see is recent from around 3-4 months ago.
it seems you got a different shock mount than mine came with. the tw arms you squeeze to open the clamp for the mic were in the center of the ring and were contacting it so i had to remove them
I’m watching this because my blue yeti is a pain in the ass. I’ve had it for 2 years and it’s been doing this really weird high pitched whine when I record
I got this thing after reading amazon reviews, but the cable wont fit. Its slightly larger I think. It seemed to be the same shape but it just wont budge in. I got 8 days before I run out of replacement window pls help am I doing things wrong Edit : is it good for voiceovers? Ill just return it if it isnt
The maono definitely is. The fifine is great as well but the maono gives you a full stand and kit and I would say keep the maono. It’s great for streaming, podcasts, voiceover, TH-cam and even voice chat. It’s probably the errated yet best budget microphone.
------- My Update Video Addressing The Recent Complains About "Noise" or "Quality" -------
------- Maono AU-A04 Revisited Checking Why It Sounds Different Review: th-cam.com/video/tH4Ix-pnJMQ/w-d-xo.html -------
------- Another Investigation & Possible Firmware Fix By TDCatTech: th-cam.com/video/jqBGOije7l0/w-d-xo.html -------
I bought from amazon....should contact directly to maono or amazon?
@@krisp3629 If you got it recently i would return it and try to get their newer models and see if they are better, otherwise go directly to maono be like whats up with this?
@@LifeKommando I contacted them through their website and they didn't answered yet....
Is it confirmed that they changed something? Or is it just 1 or 2 people receiving knock-off units? I was looking forward to buy this mic and now I am not sure anymore.
@@vermasachin They got in touch with me to review the new models with good features, so I will ask them and update this here and in the review, ill keep you guys posted
why did i put on my glasses to hear the audio better lmao
i did too
I do this too lmao
Dad energy kicking in
"We are not using the pop filter nor windscreen protector and the audio is not poping *pop* clipping,*pop*, sound *pop* ing pretty great *pop*, its pretty clean *pop*, which is pre- *pop* tty suprising."
Life Kommando- 2020 4:35
Bruh i died
I feel pain
Was gonna comment the same but saw this I mean come on it was so obvious I don't know how he missed it lol.
@@kelainefes he noticed, there's a few edits when the audio pops
New title: worlds fastest mic review
Ikr
Whatareyoutalkingabouthespeakssoslowlyandclearly.
Any % apparently LMAO
This sounds very clickable , he should try and thank you later
Bruh,itwasreallyhardtounderstandsomedtuff XD
High-quality content from a skilled video producer.
4 years no comments let me fix that
I can confirm. This microphone is underpriced compared to how good it actually is. I bought it before I saw this video and it’s great.
This microphone is fantastic I've used it record music. For it's price your getting a fantastic deal.
This microphone is fantastic I've used it record music. For it's price your getting a fantastic deal.
This microphone is fantastic I've used it record music. For it's price your getting a fantastic deal.
@@jackadam01 did you forget to switch accounts or did you glitch out?
Just picked one up for 44.65 can't wait!
Why is the intro so fast? I don't know, don't ask.
Why is it so fast lol
¯\_(ツ)_/¯
Hey one question tho can you teach me how to connect it to my Xbox
It has a usb connection, commect the usb to the xbox
Hello bro what is your setting in manage audio devices the hz and bits?
there was definitely alot of popping on the maono. but at that pricepoint it's a bit expected. It is nice that the include the boom arm, pop filter, and shock mount. And the fact that they have realtech drivers is dope
you forgot that he did NOT use any popfilter there at all . using that it would be the best sounding mic there .. in my book ofc .. to each ones own
Yeah idiot
"It's kinda squish but don't worry it will eventually start opening up once you start using it" - That's what she said 2:00
wtf
What you get in the package:
--- The Mic, Cable, Stand, Pop Filter, Foam Filter, and Shock Mount ---
Thanks. This video helped a bunch.
Why does your discount code not work?
subscribed and notification bell 😏
Hi is there sidetone?
Let’s say the cable won’t reach the pc how would I make that happen without moving the pc or mic stand? Would I get a usb hub?
hmm in my opinion the blue yeti was worse than the Maono. Maybe it's just me.
Yeah, i agree
In some cases yeah it may sound better than the Yeti, but if you are using high quality headphones you can hear more detail in the Yeti, which helps when editing the audio.
In the end does it really matter?
Not really, in the end most of the people who will listen to the audio in the end will most likely not care and can't tell the difference.
@@LifeKommandoidk, I mean if you're using a condenser mic vs a headset mic it would probably make a difference
Yeah, Maono was the best!
I think the same
Thanks for doing a USD/CAD prices. Many Canadians watch reviews and think: wow! That’s cheap! Until we realize it’s USD
Great and informative video. However, I did have to watch it at 0.75 speed. Other than that, keep up the solid work!
The maono is a good budget mic and sounds great (better than some expensive mics) very much recommended!
The fact that it doesn’t have a volume knob or some type of mute button is holding me back
Just recurved this kit from Amazon, upgrading from a snowball. It might not be a whole lot better, but it most CERTAINLY is not worse. And the fact that it came with all those extra bits; how could you not jump on this deal?
snowball🤤
@@knottheartist2306 😉😉😉😉🥶🥶🥶🤤🤤🤤🤤
Listening to the test on high res earbuds, the maoao is amazing for the price. I bought one today for 55$ on amazon. Cant wait to start my own asmr nose blowing channel.
Damn, and I thought the FiFine was the best budget mic. This review really helped me since I'm starting my channel and all I needed was a great cheap mic, thanks man 👍
Well, I wasn't sure about this microphone, because in many videos that I listened to, it sounded differently every time. But this one sold me this thing. Thanks for the review!
I purchased the Maono AU-A04 and it is arriving tomorrow! Thanks for the review!
I will jump on this deal!
Blue Yeti is about $180 CAD which is insane. I remember when the Blue Yeti was only $100 and that's a huge price change.
SO glad you made this video! Thanks Kommando!
i ordered mine today!
@xOr if more youtubers use it
@@Sevo- bro is it good for loud vocals?
@@zzzmuz1c
TLDR: Check out Alpha gaming a fellow vocalist with great knowledge on mics.
Well I'm no vocalist, but my reco after 2 years is thats a great Podcasting mic, but it has no ability to adjust without meh software. I highly highly recommend checking out Alphagaming on TH-cam. He made his start as a vocalist and has much more expertise on microphones than I do. Should be able to answer your questions he works with a few good audio guys that frequent his channel too.
Eminem started making microphone reviews 😂😂 good video lmao
I like how you tell us what we wanna know , because other people just go on about other stuff 🙄
with that fifine one it sounds like your talking through your nose when you placed the pop filter on it
This is a great video my guy. Love finding videos like these. Not nonsense, just clear tests and on point facts etc. makes a lot of decisions easy and takes out half of the effort for me lol. I’m currently using a Blue snowball with a virtual soundboard as well as a windscreen. I was using a pop filter but I had a cheap one and it was just too in the way and the windscreen did just about the same. For my videos and streams my snowball does well, but I’m thinking of maybe upgrading in the future. Do you think this Maono would be an upgrade from a snowball or a downgrade? I don’t really do VA work, more streaming/chatting/video making type content. Not sure if you have any experience with the snowball, but any advice/opinions would be great!
I think its going to be a definite upgrade, get the new model instead of this one, glad you liked it :)
You can also turn up the gain real time on the maono with apps and get closer to the mic to get that deeper effect he got when he did that on the Fi-fine
I already have the blue yeti, but that thumbnail made me reconsider. Lol good job! Keep up the good work 👍
yes, i am using Maono AU A04 nearly an year, which is really a great microphone with excellent sound quality. But now they have the raised the price so high. That is not good.
When the video ✨gets to the point ✨ straight away😌
I love the energy in your voice when you talk, Keep up the good work.
Fast and AMAZING review
love it!!!
How the hell do you only have 20k subs????
Exactly I thought he had at least 500k subs before I looked
nice how your blue yeti does not pick up all the sounds around the house, mine does and i have gain as low as possible. and i have a pop filter on my blue yeti. But when im talking to friends or streaming/recording, all other sounds like cars driving by, me making coffee will all be heard throu the blue yeti.
You deserve more hype and more subs really good review 🖤
professional video! Awesome brother 🙌 I had to 0.75 speed ya because you are like speedy gonzales
The production is really nice and the point is very clean. Obviously you deserve more views. And thanks for that nice review! My only question is will this microphone be good for using it in streaming as first one?
Thanks, I would tell you to get it but check out my updated video regarding the change in hardware, it no longer sounds the same. If you want the same or better quality, get either the PM422 or PM421 as they use the same good old chip + having extra features.
Since these mics have a flattish profile you can easily tweak them through OBS's new feature that lets you EQ your mic live :)
@@LifeKommando thank you very much! Saw your recent video about this mic after writing a comment. And also thanks for that advice with OBS! Will try it out!
Just what I needed. Thank you!
Awesome! Because of the budget though, I’ll have to pick FIFine.
Haha, thank you!😁 It will not let you down!
@@FIFINE what adapter can I use to make it work with an Android?
@@genkiferal7178 It depends on your phone. We're not sure which model you use. But in most cases, it should be USB type C male to type A female adapter. If it uses a micro-USB charging port, then you shold look for a micro-USB male to type A female adapter
Ladies and Gentleman, thats how you review a microphone. Take a bow, man. I was thinking the Fifine is better, but you sold me on this.
Thank You Thank You, Except I would say get the 422 Model instead, I got an update video about this mic, that I am recording as I type this :)
In the start I actually thought the speed was set to x1.5
thanks for the video i was confused between blue yeti and maono but finally i locked on maono i make my youtube vedios with it its performance is soo good...
I was going to get that Moano mic and thanks now I want it a lot
You should be a hockey announcer
Bought it immediately. Thanks!
Thank you for the review I bought the maono now I know the sound quality is good
Got this for $50 at Amazon today.
Well i got this for 45€
i was actually thinking about buying the maono or the blue yeti so this video was perfect explanation❤️ thank you
Thanks for the review! I m a new TH-camr and needed a mic to do some voice over work for ome of my videos. I just purchased the Manono mic from Amazon fr $47, so hopefully my voice overs sound better than my Mac mic or mu iPhone mic!
planning to get it, thanks for the review bro!
Stay tuned, waiting for the new model of this to release and review. I will post an update on the community tab when it arrives
@@LifeKommando Thank you in advance for this, i was looking for more recent videos!
This really helped me. Love ur vids.
Fifine k669 vs Maono Au-a04. Help me :c
me too im confused afff hahahah
Get the Maono, cheaper for the full set.
This was great review. Thank you!
i'm using my ATH M40's and the yeti seems warmer and fuller but this mic is good for almost half the cost!
Thank you so much for the review, it's so helpful!!
just use a noise gate to take out background noise and or your video editing software should have a background noise can filter it out. then run it thru izotope nectar 3 element and run it tru dialoge podcast option
Will it be a good choice if I want to use it for e.g. keyboard typing sound, or musical instrument? I am currently thinking about getting this or Samson C01U Pro.
i too am havung this dillema
yo brotha i have a quick question. Before though thanks for the video highly appreciate it. Are your headphones connected to your computer to monitor your vocals at the same time as your mic is connected?
You can get the 669 in a bundle with all the same stuff as the mano for around the same price
the maono sounds better
If you wanna understand him make your playback speed 0.75 its kinda weird on how it sounds tho tbh
with a little eq-ing the Maono sounds amazing
the maono is more than a blue yeti killer, its more like a blue yeti nuker, or a blue yeti slayer
im buying this beast, thanks again
I got the last maono with mute and minijack for half of that price. Guess they went cheaper. It doesn’t bring the arm thing though. It has a sturdy metal foot.
Drinking game! Take a shot whenever he says "That being said".
All jokes aside, thanks for the review. Made the purchase on the Maono after watching.
=p
I really want a Blue yeti, it’s just really good for me, but I decided to get the Maono, just because of its price and has almost the same mic audio as blue yeti, I’m not a big mic fan, just want a really good mic and by far, maono is one of the best! Probably beating blue yeti because of it’s price. I might make this mic my main mic since its so good.
Don't I use a blue yeti for music and I wouldn't really recommend it I'd say go for a nicer quality type microphone that is dynamic
Ty for good discription. But could you answer: is it good start for music, or it's bad for singing
Bought this last week, worth every penny
is it good for record loud vocals?
Blue Yeti sounds the best.
The boom arm looks even sturdier
Bro sounds like he’s speedrunning a TH-cam video
The video quality is amazing. what camera do you use?
Best video about maono ive watched so far
I am having a problem where when I put this microphone through any software it sounds static and bad. When I use the microphone without soft wear it is completely fine. Anyone have suggestions?
Could be something wrong with your windows or computer
do i need any other stuff for the maono mic or can i get it from the box and go ahead and use it?
anyone know how to adjust the settings on the mic? like gain and stuff
Thank you soo much...
I just bought monana after watching this video.
how are they? i assume you didn't see the pinned comment...
Let me know how it is and if you hear any humming =)
I feel like this chap was an auctioneer in his previous life.
Thanks for the vid LK! It was very helpful. When are you planning to post the new video with the new maono model? Is it the PM-430?
My pinned comment has the latest info atm, Im still in contact with them, trying to find out whats happening and waiting for them to send their latest model
@@LifeKommando Thanks for replying LK!!, I think the latest model from the PM series is the PM-430 and not the PM-422. Anyways, thank you very much for helping us!
@@TheCryptoHobbyist no problem, tho from the looks of it the PM-430 model seems like its actually an older model as I see reviews of it from December last year :) While the PM-422 I see is recent from around 3-4 months ago.
Very helpful video, new sub
Perhaps you should kindly review the
SUDOTACK ST 800🤯it's clearly the best
For recording cover songs which one do You recommend?FIfine or Maono
The best review ever thanks 👍👍
Can you use the maono mic for singing and recording?
Nice vid , but slow down. You kinda speak too fast.
I just ordered mine today, it'll arrive in april 😩that's too long
You should have used the pop filter on the microphone because it was popping so much.
Thank you for making this vid
Well, I'm convinced of buying one of these (nuts?) microphones :0
Ur voice is great plz make a video on how u edit ur voice and wat effect do u use it will helps us or u can reply also ....
For the processed audio? What does that mean? Did you use voicemeeter banana to set that?
great review. thanks!
Im waiting for mine, and wow we have the same Edifier Speakers 😉
Great Speakers : )
Though read my pinned comment, its got the updated review for this mic.
It no longer sounds the same.
it seems you got a different shock mount than mine came with. the tw arms you squeeze to open the clamp for the mic were in the center of the ring and were contacting it so i had to remove them
I’m watching this because my blue yeti is a pain in the ass. I’ve had it for 2 years and it’s been doing this really weird high pitched whine when I record
I have that maono mic from prime day for $48 cuz of prime members and its worth for ur buck
what about the redragon blazar GM300
I got this thing after reading amazon reviews, but the cable wont fit. Its slightly larger I think. It seemed to be the same shape but it just wont budge in. I got 8 days before I run out of replacement window pls help am I doing things wrong
Edit : is it good for voiceovers? Ill just return it if it isnt
The maono definitely is. The fifine is great as well but the maono gives you a full stand and kit and I would say keep the maono. It’s great for streaming, podcasts, voiceover, TH-cam and even voice chat. It’s probably the errated yet best budget microphone.
If the cable doesn’t fit probably get a replacement though
@@Skamr it did fit but I had to force the thing in. It was way too tight. Heck, i even had to expand the connector using a heat gun
why does it sound so good for people that are using it on youtube but it sounds like an old xbox mic when i use it
for real
Is this moana or whatever microphone plug and play and usb input? Nice reviewww!
I just got it on sale on amazon for $42 and wanted to see if its worth it