Budget Podcast Mic Showdown: Rode PodMic, Shure SM58, Shure SM57
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Күн бұрынThe Rode PodMic is an insanely popular microphone designed specifically for podcasting. It usually sells for about $100, so I wanted to compare it with two other popular $100 mics: the Shure SM57 and the Shure SM58.
I previously compared the PodMic the the Shure SM7B, and while I think the Shure sounded better overall, I honestly don’t know if it sounded $300 better. You can get 4 Podmics for the price of one SM7B, and if you’re setting up a podcast on a budget, that’s a big deal!
And all mics are being recorded without any processing or effects directly into the Rodecaster Pro
Mics used in this video:
•Rode PodMic:
geni.us/EHeTTM (Amazon)
geni.us/swpodmic (Sweetwater)
•Shure SM7B:
geni.us/wsNbYIV (Amazon)
geni.us/swsm7b (Sweetwater)
•Shure SM58:
geni.us/fNPEFQG (Amazon)
geni.us/swsm58 (Sweetwater)
•Shure SM57:
geni.us/FaYWA (Amazon)
geni.us/swsm57 (Sweetwater)
•Tabletop Mic Stands:
geni.us/cQJr66u (Amazon)
•Rodecaster Pro mixer:
geni.us/A3Rw1Gr (Amazon)
geni.us/swrodecaster (Sweetwater)
Episode 148: $100 Mic Showdown: Rode PodMic, Shure SM58, Shure SM57
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Time Markers:
0:00 - PodMic Overview
1:00 - Shure SM58 & SM57
1:42 - Testing All Mics Without Processing
5:15 - Wind Test
5:38 - Which Mic is Best?
6:30 - Which is MY Favorite?
7:32 - PodMic vs. SM58
9:40 - Testing All Mics WITH Processing
11:18 - More Podcasting Gear!
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@tombuck 4 жыл бұрын
Time Markers: 0:00 - PodMic Overview 1:00 - Shure SM58 & SM57 1:42 - Testing All Mics Without Processing 5:15 - Wind Test 5:38 - Which Mic is Best? 6:30 - Which is MY Favorite? 7:32 - PodMic vs. SM58 9:40 - Testing All Mics WITH Processing 11:18 - More Podcasting Gear!
@TMP10 3 жыл бұрын
I saw the interface you use. Are you using anything else? I find that the output of the SM58 using an audio interface is kind of low. Wondering if you are using an inline pre-amp or something else.
@tombuck 3 жыл бұрын
Nothing extra- just the mic straight into the Rodecaster. 👍
@TMP10 3 жыл бұрын
@@tombuck Gotcha. Sounds very. Would you get similar sound on a live stream?
@TMP10 3 жыл бұрын
@@tombuck Great! Yeah, I can set this up as audio input. Sounds great with the SM58.
@MonkeyDLuffy-cq2lo 2 жыл бұрын
beta 58a please
@jonathansellers793 2 жыл бұрын
The sm57 with the pop filter looks very professional, I love it
@tombuck 2 жыл бұрын
Me too! Something about it creates a really fun design.
@RiffsAndBeards 4 жыл бұрын
The SM57 is internally identical to the SM58. In fact the SM57 is the official vocal mic for the President Of The United States.
@tombuck 4 жыл бұрын
I knew the White House has used them for years, and always found that super interesting. So I guess the only difference is the pop filter?
@MeTuLHeD 4 жыл бұрын
@@tombuck Correct. The internal electronics are identical. The only difference is the integral windscreen.
@stopmonkey47452 4 жыл бұрын
The only difference is the windscreen. The president uses them because the 57's locking windscreen looks better than the 58 with an added windscreen. Other good options (for a bit more money) are the shure beta 56a drum mic, beta 57a instrument mic, and beta 58a vocal mic, which are all the same guts. 56 and 57 have the same grille with minimal screen, while the 58 has virtually the same grille as the sm58. I actually sing live into a beta 56a drum mic because it can't get by a passerby and soundmen won't think its theirs and steal my mic during teardown. (edited to remove a typo)
@Alex-cd7xx 4 жыл бұрын
@@tombuck the only major difference is the frequency response that is more flat on the 57, thats why you'll hear more highs on it. and since the 57 and 7b capsules are also almost the same, u can make the 57 sound *identical* as its brother that costs like 300 bucks more. + on an 57 u dont need an cloud lifter, on the 7b you'll pretty much need one
@Alex-cd7xx 3 жыл бұрын
Tech Gadget Reviews i‘d get the sm57 with a windscreen, it won’t disappoint you
@BeersAndBeatsPDX 2 жыл бұрын
57's are an absolute workhorse. There's almost nothing you can't do with them. I "upgraded" to a podmic from my 57 and I'm selling the PM for another 57.
@tombuck 2 жыл бұрын
It is a really tough mic to beat. Definitely a reason it has the reputation it does.
@gevinization 4 жыл бұрын
Great video.! This helped me to get lots of information between SM58 and Podmic. I really like the quality of the video. Great lighting and colors. Very pleasant to see.
@carriejeffries 4 жыл бұрын
Unbelievably helpful. Totally made it easy. Love that you did right out of box which I’m looking to do b/c I also love simplicity. Thank you so much.
@tombuck 4 жыл бұрын
You are so welcome!
@TimDCVA 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this one. I have been using the 58 on my channel...but Ive been considering switching to the rode mic. They both sound good...but being able to use the 58 without a stand is a pretty big benefit that I didn’t think about. 👍🏻👍🏻
@jessecallaert 3 жыл бұрын
Super helpful! Love your clear and calm style of reviewing + your personal approach to it! Jesse
@tombuck 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jesse!
@forestgreen6542 4 жыл бұрын
Great review. In Studio with processing to my ears Pod Mic is nice and clean. SM57 very muddy and the SM58 would be a great choice for on the road.
@miwluv 4 жыл бұрын
This video helped me make a decision finally to go with SM58 as my first setup after a couple hours of research! Thanks so much!
@tombuck 4 жыл бұрын
Great mic- you'll love it!
@carloisidoresalcedo6325 3 жыл бұрын
Try beta 58 too
@keichxn 2 жыл бұрын
Which audio interface do you use with the SM58, if I may ask?
@abnormallynormal8823 3 жыл бұрын
If you want a budget sm7b, throw the a55 shock mount and the a81 windscreen on an SM57. Put a fethead on it to warm up the tone if you want to get even closer.
@VeganTrove 2 жыл бұрын
I enjoy your reviews Tom. I really like the SM58 too
@joelaber6979 4 жыл бұрын
All sound GREAT! I use a SM58 for my vid recording on iPhone utilizing the iRig PRE HD. THANKS for the very informative comparison vid!!! :)
@tombuck 4 жыл бұрын
You’re super welcome 👍
@earlymusicmaker 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the overview! i really feel like the podmic is better with a windscreen and if you work the mic a lot closer... it really comes alive at close distances
@rinzayi6322 2 жыл бұрын
no its sucks , i have it , go to the shure
@Ricecooka 3 жыл бұрын
For streaming I've been using SM58's from being in a band 10 years ago...still work fantastic. Glad this confirmed I didn't need to go out and buy some mics designed for podcasting. You're right on the versatility as well. I can go from speaking at my desk to singing karaoke in the middle of the house with no issues.
@tombuck 3 жыл бұрын
I don’t k ow any mic that can compete with the overall versatility of the 58. It’s so good!
@CincinnatusPublish 2 жыл бұрын
I'm stunned by the price of the SM58. The last time I bought one was almost 30 years ago. It was between $80 and $100 back then, so with the rate of inflation I'm surprised it's not going for at least $125 to $150 today.
@nickcormier 2 жыл бұрын
This is a solid video and basically the conclusions I've came to after a few days of research. For guitarists/musicians, a SM57 is worth having as you can double as an instrument mic, but I agree for podcast/voice-over specific people, the Podmic or SM58 is the way to go.
@tombuck 2 жыл бұрын
I'm glad we're on the same page! It makes me feel slightly less crazy. ...unless it just means we're both crazy people 🤔
@SantoValentino 3 жыл бұрын
I’ve always recorded my published rap and r&b songs with condenser mics (like the mxl 770) and I’ve been doing asmr and podcasting lately. My M-Box mini was made in 2005 and is still ticking but the preamps seem weak. I tried the M-Audio Air 192 and the software/drivers are horrid. So I’m glad you reviewed the Scarlet 2i2. I’m enjoying your videos about mics because I just always assumed that the classically shaped 58 mics were for live singers and not studio vocals. So, thanks. I’ve been binge watching your channel as much as the Omeleto channel, lol.
@tombuck 3 жыл бұрын
Wow thank you! And I thought the same thing: that mics like the SM58 were somehow only for stage, but they definitely work in a studio situation.
@BenzMan777 4 жыл бұрын
Tom i am amazed by your attention to detail 👏 thanks for sharing your knowledge with wit and humor yet staying on topic and condensing the core message. Love watching your videos and you inspired me to start a vidoe podcast. Keep posting the good stuff 🙏
@tombuck 4 жыл бұрын
Wow! Thank you so much for the kind words, and best of luck on your new podcast! How awesome 🙌🏼
@BenzMan777 4 жыл бұрын
@@tombuck thanks 🙏 maybe one day we will collaborate 😃 did you ever make a video about your video gear and process? Would love to watch it... If not please make one for the novice 🙏
@tombuck 4 жыл бұрын
My 10,000 subscriber video has a behind the scenes of my personal process, and I also made a studio/gear tour video several weeks ago 👍
@kacsoac Жыл бұрын
love your v logs. I purchased pod mic last year.
@RafaelCruzPodcast 3 жыл бұрын
This is an awesome video. Price vs value my winner is sm58. Thank you for the Vid.
@sung_yun 3 жыл бұрын
Very helpful review. Thanks, Tom.
@tombuck 3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful! Hopefully you can find the mic that's right for you.
@zatoichiable 4 жыл бұрын
SM58 hands down. cant beat the classic vintage SM58..
@Ben59910 3 жыл бұрын
57 is just as good
@gillihansmobilewelding 4 ай бұрын
Exactly, the 58 is the best. The proximity effect makes the perfect eq at the source. The transformer is wound to pick up more lows than the 57 and the highs are smoother due to the grill. Take the grill off and you have a 57 with more lows. The 58 is more versatile because the 57 grill is not removable and is woven tighter to control spl from instruments. So... no, the 57 is not "just as good" just because that's the one you own.
@larryhinze8658 3 жыл бұрын
I have an SE V7 that sounds really good for a podcast vocal scenario.
@lilbump4 Жыл бұрын
SM57 has been official mix of POTUS since it’s introduction I believe, so I think it’s definitely a vocal mic as well
@milesian1 Жыл бұрын
The Podmic has a really great look and nice hefty build quality that is very appealing. The SM57 doesn't have the screen appeal, but with the A2WS locking windscreen it looks camera ready and the sound is really hard to beat. The SM57 was my first podcasting mic. As a newcomer to mics I bought and tried a bunch of different dynamic and condenser mics, and while there are many very nice looking products out there - most of which sound quite good - I just keep coming back to the SM57 for the audio quality it delivers. I put podcast interview guests on a condenser with a pop filter in front of it because they don't always speak right into the mic or have good mic discipline and technique. Right now I'm very happy with the Neat Worker Bee II for my guests. In a treated room I might switch to the King Bee II myself, but for my current space a dynamic mic like the SM57 works best.
@tombuck Жыл бұрын
I wish the PodMic has the 57's sound 🤤
@ScottGerke 4 жыл бұрын
As a DJ, my go to is a 58 and I think it sounds great as a podcast mic as well. I noticed myself falling into a trap of falling for the hype of the rode, which is awesome, but I already own the 58. You helped me feel better about sticking with a 58 and saved me $100!!!
@tombuck 4 жыл бұрын
The 58 is just so so good. 😎
@ScottGerke 4 жыл бұрын
The Enthusiasm Project nice to see people engaging with their audience. Makes you an actual human! Keep up the awesome content!
@onlymyopiniontech 2 жыл бұрын
I know this is an old video. The podmic looks really cool. The SM58 with whatever windscreen you used was great. The SM57 with the A81WS windscreen is also pretty sweet.
@larryhinze8658 4 жыл бұрын
That SM7b with a killer preamp is my dream date...
@Aurosai 3 жыл бұрын
If you want an sm7b, get sm57 and EQ it. Everyone knows they have similar frequencies (flat). The sm58 however does not have the correct frequency to imitate the sm7b, but even with headphones I can't tell the difference between the sm57 and sm7b when the sm57 is EQ'd correctly. You can find videos on the EQ settings within KZfaq.
@Creative7inc 4 жыл бұрын
Dude! For $100 that quality is a steal. I've been using some Sennheisers for my current setup but run rode for all my camera mics. Might have to grab one too!
@annekedebruyn7797 4 жыл бұрын
Man your sennheiser sounds so much better tho. It's sounds like how a mic would sound inbetween the SM58 and the SM7b. Not too sharp like SM58 but not too smooth/boring like the SM7b. Very pleasing to the ear.
@soundzofnoize8603 3 жыл бұрын
Great demo thank you!
@tombuck 3 жыл бұрын
You’re welcome!
@CoachDeb 4 жыл бұрын
SM58 sounds soooo GREAT!! Thank you for doing this!! What are your settings on the RODE caster? Your BASS is so smooooth Wound up listening to this entire video Thanks 4 sharing!! CoachDeb
@tombuck 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! for this video, everything was set to default. But there's a new firmware update that really lets you dial in every part of the sound!
@GuthrieStraw 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for putting this together Tom! We use the SM58's with our unit but it's a new purchase so still dialing things in - what do you find yourself setting gain at (on average) for your uses with the SM58?
@tombuck 4 жыл бұрын
With the Rodecaster, I’ve had the gain set to 35 👍
@mrsymonds 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this! I'm looking to up my audio game with an XLR option. Appreciate the vid.
@tombuck 4 жыл бұрын
Glad it helped! Good luck with the audio game 😬
@mrsymonds 4 жыл бұрын
@@tombuck Thanks! Not easy... Look forward to the next vids!
@Aurosai 3 жыл бұрын
@@mrsymonds relatable
@davidorona8022 4 жыл бұрын
Bro, thanks a lot for this video. Im about to start a podcast and right know im about to buy the equipment, and as im going to buy the rode casterpro, i wanted to buy 2 rode podmic, but it turns out that I already have one shure sm58 in the house (didnt know), so, im just gonna buy one shure sm48, and i'll start with those, I need two mic's because im interviewing people. Regards from México!
@tombuck 4 жыл бұрын
Glad it helped! That sounds like an awesome setup to get started. The 58 is a really stellar mic 🎤
@fireice158 4 жыл бұрын
Loved the video, it really helped me make my decision!!
@tombuck 4 жыл бұрын
Awesome. What did you go with?
@fireice158 4 жыл бұрын
@@tombuck Ended up choosing the Podmic. I like the look of the mic and hearing the sounds you can get with some fine tuning in your video comparing it to the SM7B pushed me there. Great bang for the buck!!
@CaptainCory 4 жыл бұрын
Funny this showed up in my recommended today. I just bought the 58 for that same reason...PODmic back ordered forever.
@tombuck 4 жыл бұрын
The 58 is dang good. 😎
@Mindset4Excellence 3 жыл бұрын
Lol...yeah, the PodMic sell out pretty fast
@JeffTheDoorGuy Жыл бұрын
My microphones of choice are the Shure 55SH and Shure SM58 for stadium announcing for football and SM58 arena announcing for volleyball and basketball...I use the Shure 55SH for auditorium emceeing and vocals.
@tombuck Жыл бұрын
I bet the 55 sounds awesome in an auditorium setting!
@aaronhuisinga2531 4 жыл бұрын
I'm going to agree... the 58 sounds the best especially with the windscreen. Makes me wonder what the Rode would sound like with an outer windscreen. That PodMic preset makes the Rode sound a lot more like the SM7b.
@tombuck 4 жыл бұрын
The 58 is just so dang good it’s hard to believe.
@user-mm3fj4ou8y 2 жыл бұрын
Much better than expected.
@astrovlog 4 жыл бұрын
Hi, what about the shure beta58a? I know it's over 100usd but I think it sounds a little bit better than the sm58 and I love it for podcast, specially for my interviewees. I record everything on the tascam dr-60 to have a quick setup to travel. to go to people offices and to use it on camera with a tascam dr10x. Thanks for the video!
@tombuck 4 жыл бұрын
I haven’t used it personally, but it sounds like a winner (pun intended).
@BBQCrasher 3 жыл бұрын
You nailed it with a great topic. Unfortunately no matter how awesome the 2 Sure mics sound unexpected plosives did occur. My $ purchase decision will go to the Rode. It was a flatter sound but didn't show plosives. Well worth the $100 without purchasing pop filters.
@voramai6286 4 жыл бұрын
I absolutely love the podmic and it's so affordable! I purchased 1 and it was on backorder for almost 3months LOL so I'll be ordering 3 more 👌👌👌👌
@tombuck 4 жыл бұрын
Me too! My first one took two months, then I ordered a second in May that arrived in November 😬
@voramai6286 4 жыл бұрын
@@tombuck I'm pretty sure because your videos are the cause lol they need to sponsor you 😘 btw when I take the mini sd card out do I have to use any other app or site to get the recordings?
@tombuck 4 жыл бұрын
Once you put the card in your computer you can just open it, and all the podcast recordings should be right there.
@voramai6286 4 жыл бұрын
@@tombuck awesomee
@Eddylive Жыл бұрын
I was looking for a comparison video, lol and behold, you have one! Me again and yes I found that the sm58 sounds better in a long be setting. So I think I won't upgrade to the podmic cuz it doesn't seem like an upgrade. Perhaps a procaster in the future. I do have a sure super 55 which I love as well but it's really pricey and I wanted one for the look being am old school Elvis and rockabilly fan
@tombuck Жыл бұрын
Very few things can top the "cool factor" of the Super 55. But yeah, the 58 is incredibly versatile. I've always thought of it as kind of like a Fender Strat. If you ask someone who knows nothing about guitars to imagine a guitar, they'll probably think of a Strat. If you ask someone who knows nothing about microphones to imagine a mic, they'll probably think of the SM58.
@Mr_Boykin 4 жыл бұрын
They all sound very similar! But it seems like the difference is in the low end. In this order: 57/58/pod mic of most robust low end. I was wondering if that was because of the angle in which you were speaking into the mic?
@tombuck 4 жыл бұрын
I don’t think the angle has much to do with it, but your ordering makes sense. The 57 has the least amount of pop filtering, the 58 has a bit more, and the PodMic is somewhat notoriously lacking on the low end. 👍
@MemphisMike901 4 жыл бұрын
So you seem to love the 58; but you have 2 Rode PodMics. Just got my Podmic and love it! This was a great review. The SM7 intrigues me but as you said, you can have 4 Rode Podmics or 2 Podmics and a 58 and a 57! Again great review
@tombuck 4 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it! The 58 is wonderful, but I do love the PodMics combined with the Rodecaster.
@MemphisMike901 4 жыл бұрын
The Enthusiasm Project Not to mention, the Rode has the cool factor for podcast/broadcast look!
@MasterTheNEC 4 жыл бұрын
Neat Accessory to recommend to RODE- a USB to XLR Adapter....so USB mics can be used on the RodeCaster Pro.
@tombuck 4 жыл бұрын
I would love to use my Yeti with the Rodecaster 👍
@ThomasGail 4 жыл бұрын
I really like the PodMic when you aren't directly on it. Its very harsh when too close. When you back off even just a few inches, it sounds perfect. I am not a sound engineer or audio expert, just what I've noticed. At 1:40 for example.
@tombuck 4 жыл бұрын
Good to know! 👍
@sirnigelcogs 3 жыл бұрын
Of the three, on spoken word I think I prefer the SM58. Both Shures sound good and sound better to me than the Podmic but I think I like the SM58 just a little bit more. Many companies have tried to make their own replacement for the SM58 and some of them are good for certain situations but to me the smooth sound of the SM58 still sounds the best.
@tombuck 3 жыл бұрын
The 58 really is just about the most versatile mic there is. I agree that, even though they can sound great in their own way, none of the similar versions are quite the same.
@kennygioia7184 4 жыл бұрын
I'm in the minority that I think I prefer the PodMic. It doesn't have that deep broadcaster thing that I kinda think has gone out of style with most youtubers using a lav or a shotgun mic and I also find that the proximity effect of both the 57 and the 58 to be more obvious. This becomes an issue when the talent gets closer and further from the mic. The PodMic seems more balanced and neutral. And you can add a bid of low mids if you want that type of sound. Thanks for doing this.
@tombuck 4 жыл бұрын
You’re welcome! I love the PodMic, and and very happy with my 2. It’s important to remember that this comparison has no post processing, and it is ossicle to tune the mic to suit your preference/voice.
@Imjoshnewton 4 жыл бұрын
I’m glad someone else also left this comment. I don’t like the boomy effect of the SM7B or at least the way most people eq it. I find the extreme bottom end grating and fatiguing.
4 жыл бұрын
Saw someone review it have have something like a Rode whatever videomic Pro or something and yeah the stuff he used for video sounded very nice.
@captaincreosote 4 жыл бұрын
kenny gioia Your not alone!, I’ve been using a pair of Podmics into my Rodecaster Pro since they came out, fantastic quality, I used to use SM58s into a mixing desk in an untreated garden shed (true story) these Podmics are way better for similar money, I’d recommend them to anyone as they are very forgiving.
@urbnctrl Жыл бұрын
The sound of the SMs is supreme but having one already I picked the podmics for a podcast! Giving hut a bit of my audiophile quality for good broadcasting looks
@MrFarley2323 4 жыл бұрын
I just got my Forecasted Pro! Having fun using learning to use it well. You should check out the Behringer XM8500. $23 and it's really close to the SM58. I've used them for open mics and field podcasts. It's the best budget mic I've ever used.
@tombuck 4 жыл бұрын
Thank for the recommendation! I've had good luck with Behringer stuff in the past 👍
@MrFarley2323 4 жыл бұрын
@@tombuck and of course I meant Rodecaster Pro. Damn autocorrect!
@lorddeathspit1124 4 жыл бұрын
I have a SM57 w/screen like the gentlemen in the video. A SM58 and 2 8500s. And honestly all sound comparable after slight eq changes.
@arthurw8054 3 жыл бұрын
I keep looking for evidence of a $100-something dynamic that holds a candle to the SM7B, and I can't find it. In the meantime, an SM57 with A81WS windscreen and a bit of EQ is better than okay. Nice review thanks.
@xXUnrulyXx 3 жыл бұрын
you can actually go even cheaper than all these, with a Shure SM48. costs about $40.. sound just like the SM58/57 and i think its sounds as good or better than the podmic (the podmic does sound good tho). Currently using an SM48 with an MG10XU mixer..
@nickczatowy 3 жыл бұрын
hey. if you were to rank these three microphones: podmic, procaster, sm58 - which one needs the most gain boost? which one the least?
@hotlineoperator 4 жыл бұрын
Rode is good when speak fixed distance, it is quite sensitive when speak different positions. SM58 sounds in this test really nice, but not in all settings. I think Rode podmic might get some help from wind filter. I have many of Rode podmics and not yet find decent wind filter, only couple really large.
@tombuck 4 жыл бұрын
Someone just recommended the WS2 as a wind filter, but I haven’t tried it yet.
@jolosii 4 жыл бұрын
For it was the PodMic i got for myself, because I'm looking forward to livestream in the near future and then the looks of the microfone are pretty important, because the viewers can see the mic all the time
@tombuck 4 жыл бұрын
The PodMic is the perfect mix of quality sound, good price, and visual appeal. 👍
@alexgriffioen 3 жыл бұрын
This ridiculous. You sound just like photographer/youtuber Sean Tuck, except he has a British accent. Even your names sound similar haha. That said: I appreciate the videos man! I was looking for a mic to conduct/record phone interviews without breaking the bank, and wasn't prepared for the market/jungle I was about to get completely lost in. This vid helped me decide to get the SM58. Thanks!
@tombuck 3 жыл бұрын
I need to go check out Sean and see the Buck Tuck connection.
@caseyonlocation8257 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Tom, thanks for this video! Do you find the Rode PodMic to have decent gain on its own when you use it with the Rodecaster Pro? Or should the PodMic be used with a Cloudlifter or Fethead? I've read several reviews on Amazon saying the PodMic is too quiet and really benefits from using an amplifier. I'm wondering what your experience is, thank you!
@tombuck 3 жыл бұрын
It would definitely benefit from a boost of some kind, but I don’t personally use one just because I like to keep my setup as simple as possible and didn’t want another thing to plug in and deal with.
@mjcz5853 2 жыл бұрын
Great video. What software do you use to record your videos?
@TheNerdShelves 3 жыл бұрын
Great video, cheers. Can the Shure SN58 be used on a boom as a two mic set up with two talents or does it need to be in close proximity with the speaker's mouth? Thanks in advance.
@tombuck 3 жыл бұрын
As a dynamic mic, it's definitely meant to be close to the speaker for best results. Take a look at something like the Rode NTG2 shotgun mic (or similar shotgun options) if you want to pick up sound from a bit of a distance.
@anteros4264 4 жыл бұрын
i bought a sm57 for voice because i think it gets lower and more baritone singing and what i like to sing
@tombuck 4 жыл бұрын
A lot of mic selection really does come down to individual voice/preference. It's hard to make objective statements that are truly accurate. The SM57 is an outstanding mic.
@azppmd 4 жыл бұрын
Agree with you on the SM58.
@tombuck 4 жыл бұрын
Really great mic 🎤
@TechOasis101 Жыл бұрын
The podmic sounds thin as compared to sm57 and 58 but that is because it's eq'ed in such a way that you don't have to later on. the sm58 and 57 sound a bit muddy so you will need to clean them up with an eq. So I think for podcast podmic wins. In case if somebody is a singer or guitarist as well as a youtube podcaster than sm57 and 58 will be better I think.
@chadmwest 6 ай бұрын
I bought an SM57 for voice. It sounds fairly similar to the SM7B and it looks a lot better on camera with the wind screen than the 58 (which matters to some people).
@tombuck 6 ай бұрын
I really like the 57 with a windscreen 😎
@johngreene1136 3 жыл бұрын
Hi there Tom. Hope all safe and well on either side of blue wall. Can I thank you so much for your fantastic tutorial videos. They have been tremendous help. This morning got possession of the pod mic for my rodecaster pro. Had been using a Shure SM58 and no problem. However now I have a hum when I plug in my headphones to front socket. It registers on the levels but I don't want to use Noise Gate. I have set my mic to pod mic setting. Could it be the cheap headphones I am using or would changing to headphone socket at rear make a difference at all. Thanks in advance. John
@tombuck 3 жыл бұрын
Congrats on the new gear! There shouldn't be a different between the front and rear headphone outputs, but the Rodeacaster's headphone preamps are always a bit noisy (although you said this is registering on the levels meter). I wold start be replacing headphones/cables to see if you find the culprit there.
@TrueShayari Жыл бұрын
Hi, I want to record my written poetry professionally. Suggest me a good audio interface and microphone. But my room is not sound proof. The sound from outside comes inside our room. If I use Audio Technica 2035 mic and Shuru SM 58, then what will be the difference between the two? And which audio interface would be better for ShureSM 58. In which there is no noise and the quality is also good at the time of recording.
@tombuck Жыл бұрын
Honestly, a solid USB mic might be the way to go. The Sennheiser Profile is my favorite recommendation. Then you don't need an interface or anything like that.
@ferric 4 жыл бұрын
The RODE WS2 Windscreen fits on the podmic
@tombuck 4 жыл бұрын
Really? Very cool...
@RitchieCaron 3 жыл бұрын
Starting with a 57 to podcast is solid cred. A lot of older audio guys tend to gravitate towards using nothing but a 57.
@tombuck 3 жыл бұрын
It's a really great mic. I think it was a seasoned vet who recommended it to me in 2005 to record guitar amps and it's still going strong.
@nuno90pereira 4 жыл бұрын
SAMSON Q2U is also a good budget option ✌️
@tombuck 4 жыл бұрын
True! Samson makes great mics.
@spacepillow Жыл бұрын
I like the podmic, but the sound sounds so thin to me without processing. The processing makes it sound a little bit too boomy, but it's still pretty workable. SM57 might sound the best, SM58 sounds great too.
@DaniC21 4 жыл бұрын
I recently bought the SM48 and I bought an XLR to USB connector so I could connect it to my MacBook and inserted my headphones into my mac and wanted to record my podcast on QuickTime, but I can't hear myself like I would if I was recording on a blue yeti. Is there any way to fix this. I tried changing the output settings to my headphones but I always hear the delay. Thanks
@tombuck 4 жыл бұрын
Hmm, that’s a tricky one. Does your interface have any software that goes with it? That could have a monitor setting you can adjust. 🤔
@massa6784 Жыл бұрын
superb! thx
@jordanblackman7484 4 жыл бұрын
How do they compare for sound rejection? I record by a window with cars driving by so this is a huge factor. Thanks!
@tombuck 4 жыл бұрын
Personally, I wouldn't say any of them excel at rejection, but I'd give the SM58 the gold star.
@cassierogers1616 4 жыл бұрын
Do you recommend having two different branded mics when having 2-3 guests using the Rodecaster Pro? Im getting mixed reviews on whether this is vital or not. I'm still pretty brand new and not too tech savy. Also- do you have any tips regarding how to export recording into Garageband to tidy up with small edits? Sorry! Lots of questions! Your channel has helped me tremendously so far :)
@tombuck 4 жыл бұрын
Hi Cassie! As far as mics go, I would just use whatever you have to get started. I think common advice is to match mics whenever possible, but you can always play with the settings to make different mics sound good together. Start simple and upgrade as necessary. For GarageBand, you should be able to drag the file directly from the memory card into a new project. If you’re recording with multi track, then all of the separate tracks should show up.
@cassierogers1616 4 жыл бұрын
@@tombuck Thank you!
@hgntv5704 4 жыл бұрын
So you have just created a big problem for me and that is when it came down to the sm58 and the rode podmic I felt they sounded the same and was set on getting the podmic just for looks. Unfortunately I know am I only wondering how the podmic would sound with a pop filter because when you put the pop on the sm58 it sounds much better but if the rode can sound like that with the filter I want the rode.
@tombuck 4 жыл бұрын
Tricky decision for sure. The PodMic has a built in pop filter, but I think it’s a tad weak. Some bigger filters, like ones for the SM7B will fit on it, but I don’t have one. The SM58 is more versatile, but the PodMic works treat and is more visually appealing (which might matter in some circumstances). I personally own two PodMics and am very happy with them.
@ConsumerTeamPete 4 жыл бұрын
Nice job! It sounds like you were working the Shure mics s little closer than the Rode. Is that accurate?
@tombuck 4 жыл бұрын
If I was, it wasn’t on purpose- I tried to keep everything as consistent as possible.
@JeremY-yt8ol 4 жыл бұрын
I think its because the rode is positioned a little lower than the others...
@zachbaudo 3 жыл бұрын
I like the sm57 the most. it seems to be very balanced without eq in low and high end. I think the sm58 sounds great to but there's just something about it that I don't like and I can't figure out for the life of me what it is.
@tombuck 3 жыл бұрын
The 57 really is a stellar mic, especially with a nice windscreen on it for voice.
@Aurosai 3 жыл бұрын
Finally someone said it so I didnt have to. Been looking for this type of comment. I think it's the Hollow Metal Capsule sounding tone heavy in the mids, that's how I describe it.
@VeganTrove 2 жыл бұрын
The popping with the SM58 was a little disturbing Tom. I've not heard the SM58 pop before on other reviews. What was happening? I love that mic
@tombuck 2 жыл бұрын
Probably just poor technique on my end 🤷🏻♂️
@Purified1k 2 жыл бұрын
I'm gonna be honest the SM57 sounds better than all of them. Kinda a bit more clear compared to the others too. And the PodMic has like a robot noise i can hear. I think the Shure SM58 sounds pretty great although I thought your voice sounded better on the SM57. To bad I don't know what beatboxing would sound like on the SM57 lol.
@tombuck 2 жыл бұрын
I really love the 57 for vocals once a windscreen is added. Super rad for beatboxing 😁
@gitarman666 2 жыл бұрын
Throw a 609 in there by Sennheiser I think they sound pretty good just a little different then the Shure capsules and transformer @ the same price
@tombuck 2 жыл бұрын
Sennheiser really does make some excellent mics!
@TheHalfmanofOz 3 жыл бұрын
The podmic to my ear does not sound very good due to its anemic bass response.
@larryhinze8658 3 жыл бұрын
Exactly. I think my Audix f50 sounds better than both for half the price of EITHER!
@ThecrosseyedTexan 3 жыл бұрын
I'm glad I read the comments cuz that's exactly what I think it sounds cheap
@WisLockman 4 жыл бұрын
The SM58 is more clear and a bit louder.
@ZacharyHS 3 жыл бұрын
Podmic was a little too quiet for my fancy at times
@PatrickMC 4 жыл бұрын
Do you get audio drift issues when syncing audio from the rode caster with your video?
@tombuck 4 жыл бұрын
I film at 24fps and haven’t had any issues so far 👍
@bralis2 3 жыл бұрын
How does Rode USB-Mini compare to PodMic in terms of sound? One is XLR while other does not need an audio interface.,
@tombuck 3 жыл бұрын
I haven't done a direct comparison myself, but the biggest difference would be USB vs. XLR. USB is simpler , but XLR allows for more options/expandability.
@zed1122 4 жыл бұрын
I have a Focusrite Scarlett 2i2. Will it have enough gain with the Podmic without any extra gear? If not, can you recommend a similar mic that doesn't need any additional pre-amp apart from my Scarlett?
@tombuck 4 жыл бұрын
The Scarlett should be more than enough 👍
@zed1122 4 жыл бұрын
@@tombuck Thanks!
@holmes1978 5 ай бұрын
The sm57 has been used my a lot of Musicians Vocalists one named Mr.Elvis Presley !❤❤❤❤
@BLD-sl4cm 2 жыл бұрын
Since he mentioned the Blue Yeti at the end, I would personally not recommend buying a Blue Yeti especially if you're a beginner to audio, and by no means in my an expert I've just found the Blue Yeti takes a lot of tweaking to not pick up a ton of background noise, and I believe the SM57 or 58 are cheaper, and from what I've seen more intuitive... Again, take this with a grain of salt, 'cause I'm not an audio engineer, but I personally would rather have bought a different mic.
@tombuck 2 жыл бұрын
You're very much on point, the 57/58 are much more reliable and better sounding mics. The benefit of a Yeti or other similarly priced USB mic is that it's plug and play with no need for an interface of anything, and that's helpful for a lot of people. 👍
@keichxn 2 жыл бұрын
planning on getting a sm58 but am concerned about the infamous low output volume issue when speaking into it or recording vocals. heard it’s a reallyy quiet mic. which audio interface would u recommend to pair it with the sm58? am on a budget though!
@tombuck 2 жыл бұрын
The 58 is a pretty decent mic without a booster. The SM7B is the truly quiet one. Chances are just about any interface will give you workable levels with the 58. If not, you can add an affordable booster like the Klark Teknik CT-1 and be all set 👍
@keichxn 2 жыл бұрын
@@tombuck Sorry if it's a dumb question because I'm really new but is the booster essentially the same as a mic preamp? Also, thank you for the recommendation, really appreciate the help!
@AlanKippingRuane 4 жыл бұрын
What was your gain set at for the SM-58?
@tombuck 4 жыл бұрын
Gain was at 35 for all of the mics
@Riful 4 жыл бұрын
Hey quick question if you still check here. I'm in the market for a dynamic xlr mic under $200 just for streaming/games by chance would you be able to give me a couple recommendations? Initially I was hard set on a sm58/beta 58a but now I'm coming across a few other options such as the Rode PodMic. Thanks and great vid!
@tombuck 4 жыл бұрын
I really love the PodMic, but they’re in really limited supply right now. The SM 58 is a really tough mic to beat overall though.
@Riful 4 жыл бұрын
@@tombuck Oh wow that was a quick response. If supply was not an issue where do you think you'd land based on your experience/impression? Thanks for the reply, much appreciated! Edit: or even something else in that range?
@noslinon2470 4 жыл бұрын
Hey, i have a question: is it possible to use the rode psa1 with the shure sm58 ? I was thinking of buying the psa1 but i don't know if i can use my sm58 on it
@tombuck 4 жыл бұрын
Yep! You just need to put a mic mount on the end of the arm and you’re good to go. I believe they also sell shock mounts for it if you need one.
@noslinon2470 4 жыл бұрын
@@tombuck okay thanks for the reply !
@nasrulhadibinahmad1440 2 жыл бұрын
Hi which mic do you recommend if we have deep bass voice?
@tombuck 2 жыл бұрын
You can do quite a bit with most decent mics though EQ, but of these the 58 is probably the most versatile. If your budget allows it, you might want to consider checking out an RE20.
@sa-k 3 жыл бұрын
The sm57 with A81WS windscreen is better than anything in the 100$ range (my opinion)
@tombuck 3 жыл бұрын
It’s really a great combo.
@giosamigos Жыл бұрын
wow the 58 sounded great
@dimitrichristou4889 2 жыл бұрын
Hey Tom, do you think you could use the SM58 for an outdoor podcast where there may be some wind? Or would you use another mic type altogether?
@tombuck 2 жыл бұрын
I would add a windscreen over it, but yes definitely 👍
@dimitrichristou4889 2 жыл бұрын
@@tombuck thanks ! 🙏🏼
@felixagyekum 3 жыл бұрын
Do you need a cloudlifter with the SM58, or it doesn't need it?
@tombuck 3 жыл бұрын
It really depends on your interface/mixer, but generally speaking I would say you can get by without one.
@youmorgana 3 жыл бұрын
For me SM58. Sounds great.
@tombuck 3 жыл бұрын
It's so wildly versatile, I love it.
@sebastiangomez4824 4 жыл бұрын
which of the mics is best for loud environments? My current microphone picks up so much that happens in the background, loud family members, AC, etc...
@tombuck 4 жыл бұрын
Out of these ones, I’d go with the SM58. Get as close to it as you can and it should get rid of everything else.
@sebastiangomez4824 4 жыл бұрын
@@tombuck interesting. I was planning on the Rode mic but because they've been selling out so quickly I haven't been able to. I'm glad because now I'll probably go with the sm58. Thanks!
@itsbtunes 3 жыл бұрын
Call me crazy but I think podmic sounds the BEST. I know it sounds so flat but that also means it's easier to eq and mix. It's sounds RAW. And that's good for my use.
@tombuck 3 жыл бұрын
I love it.
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