Thank you for making this. I've had the B1 now for well over 10 years and it's been a great workhorse of a microphone. I've been debating getting the AT2020 but since they're so similar I don't think I need it anymore. Your review really helped me decide so thanks again, I appreciate you!
I've had a B1 for many years and have gotten it to do some amazing things on both acoustic guitar and vocals. It's been abused for at least 20 years and 8 full cd's and is still working fine. I believe the B1 may be a bit harder to dial in but well worth it when you do. My recorded vocals on cd all sound full and clear. The 2020 sounds great too (very similar) although I have no working history with it..
Thanks for your comment. I love the times we live in right now, where you can buy a mic that is so cheap and will serve you for years and get great results.
The AT2020 seems to handle the lower end better....but I like that the B-1 comes with the case and shock mount. My ears can definitely hear the difference and prefer the AT2020...so thanks, you made the choice really easy for me. Much appreciated, and amazing vocals!
Great job on the review. I'm a guitarist/vocalist and the recording of your exceptional vocals and guitar playing skills gave me the opportunity to hear what I needed to know to make an informed decision re: purchase. Thanks, subbed, looking forward to hearing more of your tunes!
i came here to hear a comparison between mics but i subbed cuz of the amazing voice and music... you are amazing, hope you have a spotify or something that i can use to listen to more of your singing.
I have both. But for the last three years or so I've been using the B1 almost exclusively (for recording vocals and acc guitar). Behringer is much more natural to my ears.
my 2nd microphone is the AT2020 after my C-1 Samson, the AT2020 stopped working after 1 year and the warranty is over, bought my 2nd AT2020 and it stopped working again after 1 year... yes my two AT2020 is stopped working after 1 year, and then i bought Behringer B-2pro and using it for 10 years now
This is an apples and oranges comparison. The Audio-Technica large diaphragm version is the AT2035, and it costs more than the Behringer for good reason. Great comparison and nice video, though. More detail and nuance with the Audio Technica… I can literally hear the guitar strings being struck and the intricacies of your singing voice - it’s build quality and top notch condenser module shine through. The Behringer looks quite nice - I’m a sucker for silver finishes …I do think it’s a little too bright and that its larger diaphragm fails to capture the detail that the Audio Technica effortlessly captures. I’ve seen a stainless steel version of the Audio Technica - again, the build/finish is way better than the Behringer but it does cost a bit more than the standard black edition. Finally, you’re a great vocalist/guitarist - regardless of what mic you use.
I should listen to this with some decent speakers instead of whatever my laptop has, but I agree they're very close. I also might be a bit biased as I have an Audio Technica 2100x which I love, but there is a tiny bit of harshness when the Behringer is driven hard that the AT2020 does not have. I also though the Audio Technica had just a little bit more body to the sound, too.
@@TimMoxeyMusic Okay I had a listen on some good speakers and I heard the same differences. But it would've been impossible to tell them apart in the mix if I weren't listening for a difference. I liked your comment about how it was easier to pull a good sound out of the 2020 - I'd not heard that comparison before with other people doing mic reviews. Nice point of difference! Also curious how the 2020 is different to the 2100x - but I know that's a difficult comparison because the 2100x is a dynamic mic, unlike the 2020. The 2100x is also a USB mic which people will probably tend to use, though it has an XLR socket, too.
Excelent; me encantó el video. Tengo el B1 desde hace 8 años y aun sirve muy bien a pesar de unas cuantas caídas... Y yo llegué a las mismas conclusiones mientras avanzaba el video... xD jajaja lo escuché en mis akg k240 y mis iloud mtm
I thought exact the same as listening to this. Behringer seemed just a touch wider or warmer and pleasing to me listening independently. but as it was all mixed together I preferred the AT.
Thanks for the informative video. I have the AT2020 and the B1 and am currently about to decide which one I should buy to make a stereo pair as overhead drum mics. I have tried both as mono overheads and since I've had the B1 way longer, I have used it as a room mic too. I find the AT2020 too harsh as a mono overhead and the B1 to be a lot smoother. Maybe it's the room or it's just me. I'm leaning more towards the B1 to complete the stereo pair.
Is tune behringer b1 a real condenser microphone? Are there differences between noise and sensitivity? What about the Rode microphones? Are they really better than behringer as rode costs twice as much?
Behringer def smoother and lower by far. The at matched ur voice a bit better . But imo the c1 should honestly get the dub just no competition at that price . Period. The at is nice . And very bright and crisp. Personal preference is the warmer and smoother berhringer … i daily a beat up c1 and people often ask what I’m using . I’ve had a few comps to a sm7b and blue yeti frequently…
btw thanks for the video ! I find it odd a lot say the at smoother .. the Behringer def smoother and warmer . But everyone’s ears are different. Again for your voice the at sounded better .. but again I didn’t expect much from my c1 and it’s mind blowing for the price . Since the b release u can find the c’a for 25-30 usd .. like that’s nuts . Build quality wise too like u could knock some one out with the Behringer. Call me biased but I tried a few other mics out to replace it and they just never come close . Again at the c price point I recommend everyone grab one as a back up or instrument mic whatever that price is actually blowing my mind .
Sound is such a personal thing and voice specific it doesn't surprise me that someone could prefer the B1. I haven't tried a C1, but given how impressed i was with the B1 maybe i should give it a go at some point.
I think you'll make magic on that setup, Mate! Focsrite preamps are decent and the B1, is my current mic, and I'm happy! I'm using a cheap sound card, being sold by a South African audio company and it's doing great! I can only imagine how much crisper it would be if i used a more popular (expensive) brand.
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I think the B1 is better on the range, the AT2020 is fine for the voice but lose on the guitar.
At this lower price point you will find a lot of electret style microphones which tend to create a bright sound. I would say the At2020 is the warmest i have heard so far.
@@kkaatteerrronegm7379 I don't actually have a p220, but I have used a few Audio-Technica mics and I like them. Saying that though I'm not sure you are going to get much of a sound upgrade by getting the p220. I might suggest that spending your money on a mic with a different sound would be better. If you don't have a Shure sm57 that would be a great studio workhorse.
@@kkaatteerrronegm7379 hola. Estoy en la misma. Tengo dinero para el at2020, el beringer b1 y el AKG P220. SE QUE UNO ES MAS CARO QUE EL OTRO pero por el precio creo que con el at2020 estsria bien. En ese caso me parece que por dinero. Me voy por el B1. Así me sobra dinero para invertir en los audífonos
Which 1 better for recording electric guitar amp and backing track from another monitor speaker at the same time in the studio environment? Purpose just to capture practice session (expect better than audio quality from smartphone recording). Or dynamic like SM57 will be better? Not looking for recording quality such as direct to audio interfaces or multitrack recording.
Great question. From your question it sounds like you want a mic that will pick up more detail in the room? I would suggest that the AT2020 is going to sound more neutral and be more sensitive, so I would go with that. The sm57 is great but it won't be as sensitive, so if you aren't close micing it probably won't sound as good as a condenser from a distance. Just to throw a suggestion out there that you may not have thought of... Have you considered playing the backing track through a DAW and close micing the amp? You could use speakers or headphones to monitor and you'll get better detail. I hope this helps.
Thanks for the advice. I do think the same too about condenser vs dynamic. Do u think omnidirectional will be better than cardioid? For ur suggestion, I already did that (my setup, guitar amp using line out to audio interface - pc with DAW and backing track - monitor speaker) and the result is like u said, more detail (vs smartphone direct recording) In that setup I'm not using mic. So I want to start using mic, hopefully I can get 1 mic that good for that 2 scenario (direct miking to guitar amp and recording the room sound.
@@ChrisChris-jg7fj No worries. I'll be honest and say i've not had much expirence with omnidirectional mics, so I don't know. I record mainly vocals which is most often cardioid. Sounds like the AT2020 is the way to go for you.
@@jaselizaofficial Alright, so this fix has 2 parts. First things first, plug your cable into Slot 5. Since the B-1 needs phantom power, you need to use one of the slots between 3 and 8, BUT the phantom power from other lines seem to be what causes the high pitched low squeal. Maybe its poor insulation between the slots, who knows. On the top right, hit the Tool button. Then select System. Click down the list until you find Phantom. You will see 3/4 ch and 7/9 ch. Turn those both off. This will stop phantom power to those 4 channels. If you are using your headphones and have Channel 5 set to record, I bet you will already hear the squeal reduce. Ok on to step 2
Thanks for watching. The name of the song is My Side, there is a full version of it here if you want to check it out. th-cam.com/video/3HK4svhGqw4/w-d-xo.html
I'm sorry I'm not sure what you mean. I put both at a similar distance to my mouth. The B1 is possibly a little lower. Sorry if the test wasn't useful for you.
There is a noticable difference but currently on sweetwater that difference costs $40. It's not worth it in my opinion. I'm not a fan of the bigger highs with the B-1 but I suppose it can be EQ'd out. I'd prefer the 2020, but I don't really see anything majorly wrong with the B-1 or if you can get one without the noise issue I'm hearing about maybe even the C-1. All three of these mics would be a huge step up from what I'm using currently.
If there are any other mic compasrisions your would like me to do, let me know.
The Behringer TM1 $99 and BM1 $149 would be two awesome content choices.
Man! You got some amazing pipes BTW my dude!
Good stuff.
Cheers!
Can we just take a moment to observe what a fantastic singer this guy is. 10/10.
Thats very kind. Thank you.
Yeah he’s amazing!
Thank you for making this. I've had the B1 now for well over 10 years and it's been a great workhorse of a microphone. I've been debating getting the AT2020 but since they're so similar I don't think I need it anymore. Your review really helped me decide so thanks again, I appreciate you!
WELL DAMN! i’m not even worried about the mics anymore, let’s talk about those vocals!! 👏🏽
I've had a B1 for many years and have gotten it to do some amazing things on both acoustic guitar and vocals. It's been abused for at least 20 years and 8 full cd's and is still working fine. I believe the B1 may be a bit harder to dial in but well worth it when you do. My recorded vocals on cd all sound full and clear. The 2020 sounds great too (very similar) although I have no working history with it..
Thanks for your comment. I love the times we live in right now, where you can buy a mic that is so cheap and will serve you for years and get great results.
The AT2020 seems to handle the lower end better....but I like that the B-1 comes with the case and shock mount. My ears can definitely hear the difference and prefer the AT2020...so thanks, you made the choice really easy for me. Much appreciated, and amazing vocals!
i came to check the mic, but stayed for those slaying vocals
AMAZIN VOCALS BTWW!! gettin a behringer and im really happy with how your belts sound, i sing pop, rnb and rap etc so i love how the sound picks up
Oh awesome. I'm glad I could help. Big belty sounds is something that is hard to find in mic reviews.
Great job on the review. I'm a guitarist/vocalist and the recording of your exceptional vocals and guitar playing skills gave me the opportunity to hear what I needed to know to make an informed decision re: purchase. Thanks, subbed, looking forward to hearing more of your tunes!
Thanks. I'm glad I could help. Which mic did you end up going with?
i came here to hear a comparison between mics but i subbed cuz of the amazing voice and music... you are amazing, hope you have a spotify or something that i can use to listen to more of your singing.
Been using B-1 about 8 years I love it saw the AT2020 at the pawn shop for 50 going to test it out
How did you go with the AT2020?
I agree the AT suited your voice better and I’m gonna go w that one I think.
I have both. But for the last three years or so I've been using the B1 almost exclusively (for recording vocals and acc guitar). Behringer is much more natural to my ears.
This gets 10 STARS for his vocals!!!
Yeah I feel the at 2020 just has smoother sound. Good review
Thanks. I totally agree.
Came here for the comparison but mate... You have amazing pipes!!!!
my 2nd microphone is the AT2020 after my C-1 Samson, the AT2020 stopped working after 1 year and the warranty is over, bought my 2nd AT2020 and it stopped working again after 1 year... yes my two AT2020 is stopped working after 1 year, and then i bought Behringer B-2pro and using it for 10 years now
Great review. Darn you have an amazingly powerful voice. You need to put up more videos of your singing .
This is an apples and oranges comparison. The Audio-Technica large diaphragm version is the AT2035, and it costs more than the Behringer for good reason. Great comparison and nice video, though. More detail and nuance with the Audio Technica… I can literally hear the guitar strings being struck and the intricacies of your singing voice - it’s build quality and top notch condenser module shine through. The Behringer looks quite nice - I’m a sucker for silver finishes …I do think it’s a little too bright and that its larger diaphragm fails to capture the detail that the Audio Technica effortlessly captures. I’ve seen a stainless steel version of the Audio Technica - again, the build/finish is way better than the Behringer but it does cost a bit more than the standard black edition. Finally, you’re a great vocalist/guitarist - regardless of what mic you use.
The B1 sounds better with guitar, but maybe that's just my impression of it.
That's fair. I have to say I was more impressed with the B1 then I thought I would be
I should listen to this with some decent speakers instead of whatever my laptop has, but I agree they're very close. I also might be a bit biased as I have an Audio Technica 2100x which I love, but there is a tiny bit of harshness when the Behringer is driven hard that the AT2020 does not have. I also though the Audio Technica had just a little bit more body to the sound, too.
Good point. Listening on some headphones or good speakers it’s definitely that way to go.
@@TimMoxeyMusic Okay I had a listen on some good speakers and I heard the same differences. But it would've been impossible to tell them apart in the mix if I weren't listening for a difference.
I liked your comment about how it was easier to pull a good sound out of the 2020 - I'd not heard that comparison before with other people doing mic reviews. Nice point of difference!
Also curious how the 2020 is different to the 2100x - but I know that's a difficult comparison because the 2100x is a dynamic mic, unlike the 2020. The 2100x is also a USB mic which people will probably tend to use, though it has an XLR socket, too.
you sing amazing man!!!!!!
Thank you
Great video. Great song 👍🏼👍🏼
Thanks.
I LIKE BEHRINGER B1...SOUND BETTER...MORE CLEAR ...
That's fair. They are pretty close.
Excelent; me encantó el video. Tengo el B1 desde hace 8 años y aun sirve muy bien a pesar de unas cuantas caídas... Y yo llegué a las mismas conclusiones mientras avanzaba el video... xD jajaja lo escuché en mis akg k240 y mis iloud mtm
Awesome! I feel that the best mic is the one you use and that get you good results.
I thought exact the same as listening to this. Behringer seemed just a touch wider or warmer and pleasing to me listening independently. but as it was all mixed together I preferred the AT.
Yo… thats me! Hahaha thanks so much for this vid man. I hope others can find ur video too as helpful as I did. Oh and love ur voice man! Cheers!
Haha.. Hey look Ma I’m on tv!! 😂 I’m glad I could help. Which one do you think you’ll go with?
@@TimMoxeyMusic definitely at2020. Just bought it yesterday for $66 (4 months used mint condition) lol
Awesome! Great deal.
This was helpful, thanks!
Без разницы, какой микрофон, если настолько потрясающий исполнитель)
Great Review
Thanks for the informative video. I have the AT2020 and the B1 and am currently about to decide which one I should buy to make a stereo pair as overhead drum mics. I have tried both as mono overheads and since I've had the B1 way longer, I have used it as a room mic too. I find the AT2020 too harsh as a mono overhead and the B1 to be a lot smoother. Maybe it's the room or it's just me. I'm leaning more towards the B1 to complete the stereo pair.
Glad I could help. Sounds like you should go with the B1. If you like the sound more you'll enjoy working with it more.
Great video!So the B-1 Would it need more compression than AT2020?
Is tune behringer b1 a real condenser microphone?
Are there differences between noise and sensitivity?
What about the Rode microphones? Are they really better than behringer as rode costs twice as much?
There's a midness to the AT2020 I don't like, especially on acoustic
That's fair. It may also depend on the guitar you're playing.
Wow vocals!
Behringer def smoother and lower by far. The at matched ur voice a bit better . But imo the c1 should honestly get the dub just no competition at that price . Period. The at is nice . And very bright and crisp. Personal preference is the warmer and smoother berhringer … i daily a beat up c1 and people often ask what I’m using . I’ve had a few comps to a sm7b and blue yeti frequently…
btw thanks for the video ! I find it odd a lot say the at smoother .. the Behringer def smoother and warmer . But everyone’s ears are different. Again for your voice the at sounded better .. but again I didn’t expect much from my c1 and it’s mind blowing for the price . Since the b release u can find the c’a for 25-30 usd .. like that’s nuts . Build quality wise too like u could knock some one out with the Behringer. Call me biased but I tried a few other mics out to replace it and they just never come close .
Again at the c price point I recommend everyone grab one as a back up or instrument mic whatever that price is actually blowing my mind .
Sound is such a personal thing and voice specific it doesn't surprise me that someone could prefer the B1. I haven't tried a C1, but given how impressed i was with the B1 maybe i should give it a go at some point.
I have a behringer B1 and focusrite solo combo. I haven't set them up yet. Does anyone recommend this combo?
I think you'll make magic on that setup, Mate! Focsrite preamps are decent and the B1, is my current mic, and I'm happy!
I'm using a cheap sound card, being sold by a South African audio company and it's doing great! I can only imagine how much crisper it would be if i used a more popular (expensive) brand.
I think the B1 is better on the range, the AT2020 is fine for the voice but lose on the guitar.
Please do a review of Takstar SM-10
Which one you suggest sir
for voice in a home studio which one do you recommend, or another one that helps in the bass, because I have a very high voice ? Thank you !
At this lower price point you will find a lot of electret style microphones which tend to create a bright sound. I would say the At2020 is the warmest i have heard so far.
Which one would you prefer? SE X1a or Behringer B1 for soft rock vocals and harmonica?
Oh the SEX1a is a good mic. I own both. I'll do a comparison for you.
Sx1a not have lf.
chingon locooo te rifas cantando tmb
Thanks?
@@TimMoxeyMusic hola, tengo un Behringer b1 , cuál me recomiendas el b1 o el akg p220? Gracias Bro!
@@kkaatteerrronegm7379 I don't actually have a p220, but I have used a few Audio-Technica mics and I like them. Saying that though I'm not sure you are going to get much of a sound upgrade by getting the p220. I might suggest that spending your money on a mic with a different sound would be better. If you don't have a Shure sm57 that would be a great studio workhorse.
@@kkaatteerrronegm7379 hola. Estoy en la misma. Tengo dinero para el at2020, el beringer b1 y el AKG P220.
SE QUE UNO ES MAS CARO QUE EL OTRO pero por el precio creo que con el at2020 estsria bien. En ese caso me parece que por dinero. Me voy por el B1.
Así me sobra dinero para invertir en los audífonos
@@xXGABRIELITOXx100 AKG P220 is definitely better than all of them. Smooth mid sound. I plan to buy it somewhere in the future.
Which 1 better for recording electric guitar amp and backing track from another monitor speaker at the same time in the studio environment? Purpose just to capture practice session (expect better than audio quality from smartphone recording). Or dynamic like SM57 will be better?
Not looking for recording quality such as direct to audio interfaces or multitrack recording.
Great question. From your question it sounds like you want a mic that will pick up more detail in the room? I would suggest that the AT2020 is going to sound more neutral and be more sensitive, so I would go with that. The sm57 is great but it won't be as sensitive, so if you aren't close micing it probably won't sound as good as a condenser from a distance.
Just to throw a suggestion out there that you may not have thought of... Have you considered playing the backing track through a DAW and close micing the amp? You could use speakers or headphones to monitor and you'll get better detail. I hope this helps.
Thanks for the advice.
I do think the same too about condenser vs dynamic. Do u think omnidirectional will be better than cardioid?
For ur suggestion, I already did that (my setup, guitar amp using line out to audio interface - pc with DAW and backing track - monitor speaker) and the result is like u said, more detail (vs smartphone direct recording)
In that setup I'm not using mic.
So I want to start using mic, hopefully I can get 1 mic that good for that 2 scenario (direct miking to guitar amp and recording the room sound.
@@ChrisChris-jg7fj No worries. I'll be honest and say i've not had much expirence with omnidirectional mics, so I don't know. I record mainly vocals which is most often cardioid.
Sounds like the AT2020 is the way to go for you.
Nice, thanks
i will pull down in comments that this is the great video)
Thank you
I bought the B1. But I revisited this video just to hear this 3:20 xD
I'm glad you liked it. There is a full version of the song here if you are interested. th-cam.com/video/3HK4svhGqw4/w-d-xo.html
10/10
Anyone ever have an issue with a low, high pitched buzz using a B-1? Im going from mic to xlr to a Zoom R24.
I did which really bummed me out
@@jaselizaofficial I figured it out. Need a hand getting rid of it?
@@SSMLivingPictures Yes please
@@jaselizaofficial When I get home in 30 minutes Ill tell you exactly how I did it, I cant describe it well unless I walk through the steps myself
@@jaselizaofficial Alright, so this fix has 2 parts. First things first, plug your cable into Slot 5. Since the B-1 needs phantom power, you need to use one of the slots between 3 and 8, BUT the phantom power from other lines seem to be what causes the high pitched low squeal. Maybe its poor insulation between the slots, who knows. On the top right, hit the Tool button. Then select System. Click down the list until you find Phantom. You will see 3/4 ch and 7/9 ch. Turn those both off. This will stop phantom power to those 4 channels. If you are using your headphones and have Channel 5 set to record, I bet you will already hear the squeal reduce. Ok on to step 2
B1 or B2 pro for singing ?
B1
به نظر من b1 بهتره . صدای شفاف تری ارائه میده . همچنین b1 رو با Rode nt1 مقایسه میکنند
That's fair. Maybe I should do a video comparing B1 with Nt1-a.
@@TimMoxeyMusic please. Hazlo 🙏
Did you use the B1 while flat without the switch(high pass filter) on ?
The switch wasn't engaged at all in any of these tests.
@@TimMoxeyMusic Oh great Thanks
I think the b1 is better
I was surprised at how much I liked the B1, so I can understand why you'd lean that way.
Song's name?
Thanks for watching. The name of the song is My Side, there is a full version of it here if you want to check it out. th-cam.com/video/3HK4svhGqw4/w-d-xo.html
Pls help me review tak55 vs rode nt2a
I don't own those just yet, but i'll look at grabbing them when I can.
Thanks...I'll be expecting
Охренеть, вот это голос 👍
The 2020 made the acoustic guitar sound like a cardboard box. They didn’t make enough difference vocally to choose one over the other in my opinion.
I'm glad it helped
чувак! что это за тест? ты поешь прямо в ат2020, а В-1 торчит лишь макушка... для теста надо ставить вместе и петь в оба сразу!!
I'm sorry I'm not sure what you mean. I put both at a similar distance to my mouth. The B1 is possibly a little lower. Sorry if the test wasn't useful for you.
@@TimMoxeyMusic nevermind, just another angry on the world russian.
The same?
They are very close in sound. There are some subtle differences but they are very small.
MEOTENE
very pretty voice, you are like bird.
Thank you
sod the mics, not much in it, great voice though :-)
I agree there really isn't much in it between these 2. You could use either and get great results.
omg................... men?????
Glad you liked it
There is a noticable difference but currently on sweetwater that difference costs $40. It's not worth it in my opinion. I'm not a fan of the bigger highs with the B-1 but I suppose it can be EQ'd out. I'd prefer the 2020, but I don't really see anything majorly wrong with the B-1 or if you can get one without the noise issue I'm hearing about maybe even the C-1. All three of these mics would be a huge step up from what I'm using currently.
Yeah, I don't think the sound difference between these mics is all that big. You could do very well with either of them.
Can you please do a comparison between a2020 and MXL V67G? Thanks!
Lo ke canta el maestro!