The K688 was released 1 month after I bought my K658, sad.. It's still serving me well tho, for casual usage like gaming and discord calls with friends!
I own this K685 microphone and I now want to change, so what do you suggest to me... knowing that I want a small microphone and not this giant one, and also it should not pick up crazy noise? I want it for live stream on twitch 🙏
Tanto o am8 quanto o 688 atende bem, ainda mais com a função mute em touch, que facilita a comunicação (porém vc consegue aplicar um macro no teclado para mutar Mic) eu optei por comprar o maono pd200x pela qualidade de áudio/modificação e ser 24 bits
@@DaveSoltura Thank you so much. So, I got the k688 and I love it so much. The strange thing is that my k688 came with a black pop filter and a tripod.
@@DaveSoltura Yepp nice then, can't wait to hear your opinion, also i'm so impressed that my BM 800 almost sounds like my AM8 except the bass/treble isn't great and the noise was awful that mic was 10$ when i buy it🤣 i got am8 for 60$
Hi! "Best" really varies from person to person. If you have good sound treatment, the Fifine A8 is my top pick right now. If you don't have good sound treatment, the Fifine K688 would be next.
Are there any sound differences when it's plugged as usb microphones and using with an interface? Also, where to cop this k688 in the Philippines, can't find it in any local online stores. 😴
There will absolutely be differences. :) The higher the quality of the preamp in the audio interface, the better the audio. The USB version uses the preamps inside the mic itself. It's kind of like this: a dedicated camera will always have better image quality than a phone, which happens to be a camera. Usb mics have less powerful preamps crammed into them compared to their audio interface counterparts.
What mic would you recommend if I want to record videos without showing the mic? Is there a mic where I can record a little bit far away and still get good quality without having to sell one of my kidneys?
The Maono PD200x is pretty good for that! Since its self-noise is low, you can keep it quite far, and boost your volume without introducing more noise. Check it out: th-cam.com/video/YBKlSI_oywA/w-d-xo.html
bud will you also compare with AM8 and k688 ? I talked with customer care and they replied me as Capsule in k688 is more improved than am8... As you also mentioned.... K688 gray foam filter has also plosive issues..... but Because of you already have shure sm7b ..... Could you try to plug Sm7b foam onto k688 ??? Many videos I watched this is the solution
Thanks for leaving a comment! Yes, this comparison is in the pipeline! :) Ah, so the K688 capsule is supposed to be better than the newer AM8’s? I’ll look into that… As for the SM7b foam, last I checked they were incompatible, but I’ll test again and let you know. Just know that even the default SM7b foam isn’t immune to plosives. The big fat SM7b foam is more resistant to them, but can make audio sound muffly. Great mic technique will go a long way!
Hey man, nice review but I wonder why you got two of the 688 with defective USB c when a lot of other TH-camrs has a perfectly normal USB c mic maybe you are buying from Bad reseller
Thanks for the comment! :) It was from the official Fifine store via Lazada. The solution is to buy a USB 3.0 cable, which solves the USB problem. The included cable isn’t good enough. Dark Corner Studios had the same situation when they reviewed the mic, so the store I got it from is not an outlier.
@@LucasKafka439 Thank you for the kind words! I happened to have them come with my external hard drives. You could try searching USB 3.0 type C on your preferred online shopping store. They would usually spell out that they're USB 3.0.
@@DaveSoltura I see. Thanks. JG superstore (on lazada and shopee) sold these for less than 2.7k. Been on my cart, I waited for the next promo cycle. When the day came, it's all gone. Months after, it's still out of stock. Only option now is the official store at 4.4k. Geez, I guess I'll bite.
@@NatJulianBelza If it makes you feel any better, we used to have to pay 3-4x as much to get microphones of the same quality. :) Plus buying from the official store at full price instills confidence. Hope you enjoy yours! Heads up you'll need a new USB 3.0 cable to make the USB feature work.
@@DaveSoltura Yup. True, true. I surely will enjoy, I have a lot of applications for this. And thanks for the tip about the cable. It did come with a cable right?
@@NatJulianBelza It does come with one, but it's either defective or likely a 2.0 cable. Dark Corner studios and other channels do talk about the defective cable that comes with it. After using a 3.0 cable (from one of my portable hard drives), it began working flawlessly. It's a hassle, but I think the added cost is still worth it to use this mic.
The K658 foam does come off from the ring around it. You need to turn it to the left to remove it.
Cool! Thanks for sharing!
it's useless to unscrew the foam
The K688 was released 1 month after I bought my K658, sad.. It's still serving me well tho, for casual usage like gaming and discord calls with friends!
I wouldn't worry about it. :) The K658's sound quality and features would've cost like $240 in the 2010s! Still a great value mic for the price.
What do you recommend for Livestreaming, singing and for recording vocals?
TBH the reason why i wanted more the k658 is that for me it looks better but if it just had a xlr too. Now i have my doubts.
If you like the look of the K658, the Maono PD200x is similar. I release the video on that this Friday.
The video is out!
which is bigger or longer? k688 or k568? and has better background noise cancellation?
According to their website, the K658 had better noise rejection. K688 has a longer base by about an inch
Who is the best from your experience in games and discord or something like that..
Which do you prefer The fifine k658 or the Blue yeti?
i just bought the k688 myself and I found changing the usb port on my pc fixed the issue
Interesting! And you used the existing cable?
@@DaveSoltura yes
For Tutorial making and Meeting which one is best K688 or K658? My room has no sound treatment. Very noisy.
K688!
What Should I buy
Personally, I’d go for the K688!
Hello my friend, I'm watching from Turkey and I didn't understand much from the video. Now which microphone is better, k688 or k658?
K688 :) has xlr expandability
I own this K685 microphone and I now want to change, so what do you suggest to me... knowing that I want a small microphone and not this giant one, and also it should not pick up crazy noise?
I want it for live stream on twitch 🙏
Are you using obs studio to make the mic quality to sound better?
Not at all! Just normalized the audio. :)
Estou na duvida se compro o Fifine Ampligame A8 ou o Fifine 688, tem como me ajudar? Queria para lives
Tanto o am8 quanto o 688 atende bem, ainda mais com a função mute em touch, que facilita a comunicação (porém vc consegue aplicar um macro no teclado para mutar Mic) eu optei por comprar o maono pd200x pela qualidade de áudio/modificação e ser 24 bits
Amazing Video
Can you tell me which one will be best for recording loud string instruments
Am8 or k658
Am8 has an xlr port so it has more expandability :)
@@DaveSoltura Thank you so much. So, I got the k688 and I love it so much. The strange thing is that my k688 came with a black pop filter and a tripod.
4:24 the windscreen on the k658 is screwable i think
I’ll try this next time!!
So... would you pick the K658, or the K688? ✨
K688 Obviously, but i already buy the AM8 because in my opinion and after watching all videos about AM8 vs K688, AM8 is better
@@soversatile I can see why you would say that! Guess that’s another comparison to work on. :)
@@DaveSoltura Yepp nice then, can't wait to hear your opinion, also i'm so impressed that my BM 800 almost sounds like my AM8 except the bass/treble isn't great and the noise was awful that mic was 10$ when i buy it🤣 i got am8 for 60$
K658
Amigo a espuma do k688 serve no k658?
sim , mas n o inverso
Whats the mic you have attached to your shirt?
It’s the DJI mic! 😊 Using it in wireless mode.
Great video!! are you able to do a shoot out comparison video, FiFine K688 verses "fake" Shure SM7B particular in audio department..cheers
Really appreciate this suggestion! Perahaps when monetization kicks into high gear. :) Even fake SM7bs are on the pricey side right now.
Ummm..... Can You Please tell me best USB Microphone Under 90 dollar for dubbing
Hi! "Best" really varies from person to person. If you have good sound treatment, the Fifine A8 is my top pick right now. If you don't have good sound treatment, the Fifine K688 would be next.
mygodd this recommendation mukhang mapapabile nanaman ako ah
😂 Which one did you like? 🙂
@@DaveSoltura k688 but for features k658 i like the mutw button and big knob
@@roruaaa Valid choice!😁
Are there any sound differences when it's plugged as usb microphones and using with an interface?
Also, where to cop this k688 in the Philippines, can't find it in any local online stores. 😴
There will absolutely be differences. :) The higher the quality of the preamp in the audio interface, the better the audio. The USB version uses the preamps inside the mic itself.
It's kind of like this: a dedicated camera will always have better image quality than a phone, which happens to be a camera.
Usb mics have less powerful preamps crammed into them compared to their audio interface counterparts.
@@DaveSoltura oh thank you, this is helpful!
What mic would you recommend if I want to record videos without showing the mic?
Is there a mic where I can record a little bit far away and still get good quality without having to sell one of my kidneys?
The Maono PD200x is pretty good for that! Since its self-noise is low, you can keep it quite far, and boost your volume without introducing more noise.
Check it out: th-cam.com/video/YBKlSI_oywA/w-d-xo.html
@@DaveSoltura thank you
bud will you also compare with AM8 and k688 ? I talked with customer care and they replied me as Capsule in k688 is more improved than am8... As you also mentioned.... K688 gray foam filter has also plosive issues..... but Because of you already have shure sm7b ..... Could you try to plug Sm7b foam onto k688 ??? Many videos I watched this is the solution
Thanks for leaving a comment! Yes, this comparison is in the pipeline! :) Ah, so the K688 capsule is supposed to be better than the newer AM8’s? I’ll look into that… As for the SM7b foam, last I checked they were incompatible, but I’ll test again and let you know. Just know that even the default SM7b foam isn’t immune to plosives. The big fat SM7b foam is more resistant to them, but can make audio sound muffly. Great mic technique will go a long way!
@@DaveSoltura i have the same q ! Pleasee make a video am8 vs k688
@@fortesh7108 I’m halfway done through that video :)
@@DaveSoltura okhh ❤️ waiting! 😇
Hey man, nice review but I wonder why you got two of the 688 with defective USB c when a lot of other TH-camrs has a perfectly normal USB c mic maybe you are buying from Bad reseller
Thanks for the comment! :) It was from the official Fifine store via Lazada. The solution is to buy a USB 3.0 cable, which solves the USB problem. The included cable isn’t good enough. Dark Corner Studios had the same situation when they reviewed the mic, so the store I got it from is not an outlier.
@@DaveSoltura Got it! Thank you for the update, Keep up the good work !
@@AmineMikaelson And thank you for the kind words. Will do! :)
@@DaveSoltura Hi man, your videos help a lot. By the way, where did you buy your 3.0 cable?
@@LucasKafka439 Thank you for the kind words! I happened to have them come with my external hard drives.
You could try searching USB 3.0 type C on your preferred online shopping store. They would usually spell out that they're USB 3.0.
Have you ever tried the Fduce SL40? If yes, what do you think about it and would you get it over the Fifine f688 if they were the same price!
Thanks for the suggestion! I'll look into it and see if there's demand for a video for that! :)
you should look at the fduce sl40. supposedly like the mv7.
Definitely considering it!
@@DaveSoltura would be a great video 👍
My good Sir, saan ka nakascore ng k688? I mean, outside ng shopee or lazada, and how much? Thanks.
Hi there! Just got mine through Lazada via the official Fifine store. Haven’t seen it in brick and mortar stores.
@@DaveSoltura I see. Thanks. JG superstore (on lazada and shopee) sold these for less than 2.7k. Been on my cart, I waited for the next promo cycle. When the day came, it's all gone. Months after, it's still out of stock. Only option now is the official store at 4.4k. Geez, I guess I'll bite.
@@NatJulianBelza If it makes you feel any better, we used to have to pay 3-4x as much to get microphones of the same quality. :) Plus buying from the official store at full price instills confidence. Hope you enjoy yours! Heads up you'll need a new USB 3.0 cable to make the USB feature work.
@@DaveSoltura Yup. True, true. I surely will enjoy, I have a lot of applications for this. And thanks for the tip about the cable. It did come with a cable right?
@@NatJulianBelza It does come with one, but it's either defective or likely a 2.0 cable. Dark Corner studios and other channels do talk about the defective cable that comes with it. After using a 3.0 cable (from one of my portable hard drives), it began working flawlessly. It's a hassle, but I think the added cost is still worth it to use this mic.
Zahid?
Betweek K688 vs AM8 for podcasting alone. Which is better?
Video for this is the next one coming out. Stay tuned!
which has better background noise cancellation?
Haven’t done a test on that, but they should be negligibly close. Can’t go wrong with either!
Achei que a techtropolis tinha falido
Dynamic mics don't sound as good as Condenser Mics.
Tu é engraçado igual ele
Lol 😅