As today 19 Sept 2022, i clicked the amazon link on this video and currently it's on sale for $119,95. Think this is real deal for such a low noise microphone and for it's sound quality
How to convert an AKG Perception 100 in a Neumann 103 with EQ: - Put an EQ bell at 4.74kz of -5.44db with a Q curve of Q 0.61 and listen they are almost identical even in how the catch nuances of the voice, and that's something King Bee can't do, if you have a quiet place, AKG Perception 100 with that EQ is a cheap TLM 103 and if you use it for music you don't mind those 16db of self noise if you are in a quiet place. And you can find it for 40usd :O 4.74Kz -5.44db Q0.61 Akg Perception >>> TLM 103 If you can put an EQ in the browser you could change it and see how you listen to it and share your EQ to see if we can agree in some middle EQ between many. You should change EQ when using the real one (i own 4 of them) but it was just to make you feel that you can arrive from 100 to 103 but you can't go from King Bee to 103, because you are not catching the sound as 100 does.
Great question: If you mean performing live on stage, no, this mic isn't appropriate for that. But it IS a perfect mic to RECORD your singing voice in a controlled studio environment, especially if your voice is softer and more subtle, like if you sing folk, ballads, or jazz. If you're a rock tenor, metal singer, punk screamer or a rapper, you may be better served by a dynamic microphone like a Shure SM57 or SM7B.
The NT1 is a fantastic mic, that I've always felt was worth every penny. Here's the thing tho: while I can certainly hear the difference between it vs its own cheaper sibling, the NT1-A, when A/B'ing them back-to-back... if a remote voice talent sent me a recording blind, and I didn't know for sure which mic they were using, I don't know if I'd be able to identify which is which. That's how similar they are overall. So where does the King Bee II fit in? Sonically, it leans closer to the NT1, in that it has a more pronounced bass response that serves to give an overall smoother sound. But better TH-camrs than me have already made very good comparisons between the King Bee II and the NT1: th-cam.com/video/7UVzIfHaIK4/w-d-xo.html ...so I thought it would be redundant for me to do the same. But I also went with a comparison to the NT1-A instead because it's closer in price to the King Bee II. Most people choose the NT1-A if they can't quite afford the NT1. Hopefully, my video illustrates that, if the NT1 is too pricey for your wallet right now, you can safely skip the NT1-A and just grab a Neat King Bee II. Hope that helps!
@@etheone I certainly prize low self-noise, because VO work is particularly sensitive to it (as opposed to recording music, say). I'm happy to work with anything about 12 dBa and lower, but if you really need the lowest self-noise around, have you ever checked out the CAD Equitek e100s? They claim a self-noise of 3.7 dBA (despite a handful of reports that manufacturing defects cause issues with a few mics). Would love to get my hands on one someday and put it to the test!
Bottom line: both mics are among the very best in their price range, and both will produce a great vocal track. That said, I personally prefer the sound of the King Bee II for most applications. But there may be certain times when the AT2035 could give you a performance advantage. Why? Let’s look at the main technical differences between these two mics: the AT2035 is less sensitive, and doesn’t provide as rich and warm a bass response. For big impactful vocals, i.e. if you’re a rocker, a metal screamer, or a hip-hop artist who really spits fire, these factors may actually help produce a cleaner take that sits better in a mix. But for crooners, classical vocalists, indie singer/songwriters, or rappers with a laid-back flow, they’ll appreciate the extra warmth and sensitivity of the King Bee II. Hope that helps!
@@davidautovino thank you so much for such a great explanation. I know now I will buy neat king bee 2, I am a quite vocalist, no belting out , or high range. Appreciate it a lot .
This Neat King Bee has such a nasty midrange, telephone and megaphone frequencies are raised. That's why I didn't buy it. I bought Takstar Tak45! for $50!!! . This is really the killer of my TLM103!
The Knig Bee ii was $99.99 last week for about 3 days, it went back to $179 for a day, and now it's down to $119 as of this writing.
i bought it at 119, $40 for 3 months i am happy with the deal
@@ny_thep Nice, glad you're happy with your purchase.
😂it’s 170 now! Yall lucky!
Great overview and comparisons. Nice British accent, too.
I just got a King Bee II and I am simply thrilled with it for my voice.
As today 19 Sept 2022, i clicked the amazon link on this video and currently it's on sale for $119,95. Think this is real deal for such a low noise microphone and for it's sound quality
This very detailed video is exactly what I needed. YOU Bro....Thank You very much for an excellent review! Yor words rock my eardrum!
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One thing is for certain, this microphone has caused a tremendous fuss and is on everyone's lips ... figuratively and literally :)
Very insightful! Love these videos!
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Anybody knows why my perception 100 wont screw onto the mount that came with it? Tried clockwise, counter, wont hold the mic.
8:02 Well microphone arm xD
Thank u. Very informative 👏 👌
How to convert an AKG Perception 100 in a Neumann 103 with EQ: - Put an EQ bell at 4.74kz of -5.44db with a Q curve of Q 0.61 and listen they are almost identical even in how the catch nuances of the voice, and that's something King Bee can't do, if you have a quiet place, AKG Perception 100 with that EQ is a cheap TLM 103 and if you use it for music you don't mind those 16db of self noise if you are in a quiet place. And you can find it for 40usd :O
4.74Kz -5.44db Q0.61 Akg Perception >>> TLM 103
If you can put an EQ in the browser you could change it and see how you listen to it and share your EQ to see if we can agree in some middle EQ between many. You should change EQ when using the real one (i own 4 of them) but it was just to make you feel that you can arrive from 100 to 103 but you can't go from King Bee to 103, because you are not catching the sound as 100 does.
Is there any any chance we can sound audio technica at4040 like Tlm 103?
Where is that noise originating from though?
king bee ii is a cardioid version of blue reactor microphone.
Can using for singing?
Thanks.
Great question: If you mean performing live on stage, no, this mic isn't appropriate for that. But it IS a perfect mic to RECORD your singing voice in a controlled studio environment, especially if your voice is softer and more subtle, like if you sing folk, ballads, or jazz. If you're a rock tenor, metal singer, punk screamer or a rapper, you may be better served by a dynamic microphone like a Shure SM57 or SM7B.
Thanks a lot🙏
hi my friend.
what about the nt1(not1a) ... ? i just wanna know ... .
also to 5:29
the nt1 is indeed even the worlds lowest self noisee....
The NT1 is a fantastic mic, that I've always felt was worth every penny. Here's the thing tho: while I can certainly hear the difference between it vs its own cheaper sibling, the NT1-A, when A/B'ing them back-to-back... if a remote voice talent sent me a recording blind, and I didn't know for sure which mic they were using, I don't know if I'd be able to identify which is which. That's how similar they are overall.
So where does the King Bee II fit in? Sonically, it leans closer to the NT1, in that it has a more pronounced bass response that serves to give an overall smoother sound. But better TH-camrs than me have already made very good comparisons between the King Bee II and the NT1:
th-cam.com/video/7UVzIfHaIK4/w-d-xo.html
...so I thought it would be redundant for me to do the same. But I also went with a comparison to the NT1-A instead because it's closer in price to the King Bee II. Most people choose the NT1-A if they can't quite afford the NT1. Hopefully, my video illustrates that, if the NT1 is too pricey for your wallet right now, you can safely skip the NT1-A and just grab a Neat King Bee II. Hope that helps!
@@etheone I certainly prize low self-noise, because VO work is particularly sensitive to it (as opposed to recording music, say). I'm happy to work with anything about 12 dBa and lower, but if you really need the lowest self-noise around, have you ever checked out the CAD Equitek e100s? They claim a self-noise of 3.7 dBA (despite a handful of reports that manufacturing defects cause issues with a few mics). Would love to get my hands on one someday and put it to the test!
The TLM 103 destroyed it. DAM I want that mic lol. I had a TLM 102 before.
In your opinion for singing at2035 vs neat king bee 2, which one is better?
Bottom line: both mics are among the very best in their price range, and both will produce a great vocal track. That said, I personally prefer the sound of the King Bee II for most applications. But there may be certain times when the AT2035 could give you a performance advantage.
Why? Let’s look at the main technical differences between these two mics: the AT2035 is less sensitive, and doesn’t provide as rich and warm a bass response. For big impactful vocals, i.e. if you’re a rocker, a metal screamer, or a hip-hop artist who really spits fire, these factors may actually help produce a cleaner take that sits better in a mix. But for crooners, classical vocalists, indie singer/songwriters, or rappers with a laid-back flow, they’ll appreciate the extra warmth and sensitivity of the King Bee II. Hope that helps!
@@davidautovino thank you so much for such a great explanation. I know now I will buy neat king bee 2, I am a quite vocalist, no belting out , or high range. Appreciate it a lot .
Its ok, but a little bit muddy and super heavy. I prefer... tbone bc500.
This Neat King Bee has such a nasty midrange, telephone and megaphone frequencies are raised. That's why I didn't buy it. I bought Takstar Tak45! for $50!!! . This is really the killer of my TLM103!