Fifine Ampligame AM8 Review - Best Budget Mic 2023
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Жыл бұрынHands down, this is the best desktop gaming microphone you can get in this budget category going into 2023. This mic has it all from RGB to xlr output for a true gaming experience with excellent quality. If you already have the Fifine Ampligame A8, you will find it hard to resist upgrading to this AM8 once you see this review. Great for gaming, streaming, podcasting, and even music.
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@dumstaar Жыл бұрын
love this video! very fun to watch! thanks for the review!!
@dumstaar Жыл бұрын
how do you noise suppress?
@TekToyzGaming Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the feedback.
@TekToyzGaming Жыл бұрын
@@dumstaar I use OBS Studio noise suppression filters
@fifinecleonechan9119 Жыл бұрын
Your professional review is always inspiring! Glad that AM8 could be your go to microphone!🤩🔥
@Duke49th Жыл бұрын
Nice. Thanks. Liked and subbed :) Question: How far can you go away (approx. in inches/cm)from the mic to still have it sound ok? I currently use (well my wife for streaming) a shotgun mic (Boya BY-MM1+ which is similar to the rode camera mic) but having quite some noticeable interference even with a super short cable going directly into my camera. It is for gaming so it should not be too close to the face - I am using a mic boom from above.
@TekToyzGaming Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the sub! So I was just putting together a video comparing the am8 to the a8 and found that the sound quality starts to degrade after around 3 feet. You start to get room echo and such if your room is not treated. This one is best when used closer. That’s why they made it pretty so it looks cool in-shot.
@ayitseden 5 ай бұрын
I can’t work out how your AM8 sounds SOOO much better than mine! Ahh it’s driving me crazy because yours sounds INCREDIBLE
@TekToyzGaming 5 ай бұрын
Really? What does it sound like? Has to either be a setting or a defective mic as this sounds good out of box. Try dialing down the gain on the mic itself and raise volume from your external source.
@Davidian_ Жыл бұрын
Great review, liked how comprehensive it was with info and testing. Do you know how this compares to the FiFine K688? I can't really seem to find much difference between this mic and that one besides physical design.
@TekToyzGaming Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback. I haven’t gotten my hands on the k668 yet. As a dynamic mic the k688 would be very comparable to the am8 in terms of audio quality. It think it really balls down to the style and features you prefer.
@FIFINE 11 ай бұрын
Depends on your usage. The RGB AmpliGame AM8 has more efficient noise reduction for the deeper lows, which makes it quite useful for gaming in a noisy environment. The K688 has a decent appearance and the more balanced bass and mids give it a more neutral tone for voice-over, podcasting, or even vocal recording.
@cybernavskyi Жыл бұрын
Thank you for testing with keyboard. Nice review.
@TekToyzGaming Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback. Very much appreciated.
@bot-ms5io Жыл бұрын
Great video, im definitely getting this mic
@TekToyzGaming Жыл бұрын
Thanks and good choice.
@DaroTruck Жыл бұрын
What interface audio I will must buy ?
@TekToyzGaming Жыл бұрын
@@DaroTruck that depends on what you need and what’s your budget.
@ausedfork8960 Жыл бұрын
What boom arm are you using? Is there any budget ones that fit the mic featured in this video?
@TekToyzGaming Жыл бұрын
I have a budget boom arm that stands on the floor. Bought it over a year ago on Amazon. This mic will fit any boom arm really. It will mount just like any other mountable mic. Uses a 3/8” thread.
@NickVAL_ Жыл бұрын
I do think the S sounds were a bit harsh but that could certainly be fixed with some filtering and effects
@TekToyzGaming Жыл бұрын
Yes indeed. With this mic I do very minor post edits.
@blackjohnny0 Жыл бұрын
You boosted volume in post? I dunno, but Fifine dynamic mics are super quiet for me. I had K688, now I got Am8 - both too quiet with USB. Not usable.
@TekToyzGaming Жыл бұрын
Dynamic microphones are quieter than condenser generally. The A8 has more pickup than the am8. However condensers also pick up more noise if not adding a noise suppressor of some sort. I didn’t edit volume in post at all. I just had the volume cranked up on pc and mic itself to 100%.
@reefanthony5760 Жыл бұрын
Would you be able to hear in game audio through the jack as well, or am I gonna need a audio interface.
@TekToyzGaming Жыл бұрын
Hey. Yes confirming you can hear in game audio via the monitoring port. At least when I tried on pc I could.
@AuduBuba Жыл бұрын
Looking through the mic and your video was uploaded early
@TekToyzGaming Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching. Yea not a lot of videos out yet as it’s a pretty new mic.
@IZEENOX Жыл бұрын
I'm not sure, hence my next question can this one work only with the Usb?
@TekToyzGaming Жыл бұрын
This can work with either usb or xlr. I use with the usb only at the moment.
@darwhin Жыл бұрын
what do you think is a better deal? Fifine a6t with mic stand, or am8, I personally play valorant and talk on discord so which do you think would be a better option for me
@TekToyzGaming Жыл бұрын
I think the A6t will suit your scenario. Sounds like you need a condenser mic. The AM8 will need to be close to you for better pickup. With the a6t You’ll be a little more free to rage throw your controller, go after it yelling and people can still hear you across the room👍🏽😂
@jack.satori Жыл бұрын
Hello there! Highly entertaining review! I had a quick question. Which of these is better at cancelling out some background noises like AC hum and far off traffic? Assuming I'm going to use noise suppression settings as you have mentioned through OBS.
@TekToyzGaming Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback. You definitely want the AM8 which does good noise rejection on its own. OBS Will just make it extra silent.
@jack.satori Жыл бұрын
@@TekToyzGaming Thanks again. Appreciate it.
@FIFINE 11 ай бұрын
The AmpliGame AM8 will be the best choice for its deep lows, if you don't need the XLR port, you also can choose K658 which provides even better noise rejection.
@jack.satori 11 ай бұрын
Have already purchased the AM8. It’s quite impressive with its sound and noise canceling. Glad I made the purchase. :)
@TekToyzGaming 11 ай бұрын
Great choice 👍🏽
@tommylippold3205 Жыл бұрын
can you tell me what settings you use for obs to optimize this mic i just got it and currently i have to use NVidia broadcst to get my audio to be good but it also uses additional resources
@TekToyzGaming Жыл бұрын
In OBS I use the noise suppression filter as well as a small amount of compressor. The mic itself just shines for me with very little tweaking outside of that.
@tommylippold3205 Жыл бұрын
@@TekToyzGaming hows about you gain on the mic itself? i did notice obs sound suppression still picks up my mouse pick ups and tapping on the desk. nvidia broadcast makes it virtually gone
@TekToyzGaming Жыл бұрын
I have my gain relatively high since it’s a quieter mic. I try to get it as high as I can before I get distortion. If I notice some distortion I’ll drop just enough to be at that threshold. I should try next video with nvidia broadcast if possible. See which suppressor is better.
@AllTechGamer Жыл бұрын
does every boom arm work with it? or what would I need, anything special to look for? what boom arm do you recommend (budget friendly please)
@TekToyzGaming Жыл бұрын
Pretty much any standard boom arm would work. Compatible with 3/4 and 5/8. If you want to be flashy check out the Tonor T90. Sorta budget friendly. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/eLxhg9hl1K7Rf4U.html
@AllTechGamer Жыл бұрын
@@TekToyzGaming 3/4 and 5/8? I don't understand brother, can it be either 3/4 or 5/8 or does it have to be both and what are those numbers for exactly? I watched your review was nice, still too expensive for me. I like your content though
@TekToyzGaming Жыл бұрын
@@AllTechGamer those are the sizes of the mount threads. So it can take the smaller and larger screw type in those sizes.
@SleepyPirat3 Жыл бұрын
im just wondering what headphones you are using
@TekToyzGaming Жыл бұрын
I’m using the Corsair hs6.
@fortesh7108 Жыл бұрын
Hi i have a another q i want to record vocals and record instrument.. now which microphone should i buy? Shure Sm58 / shure Sm57 / fifine Am8 / fifine k658 / fifine k88?
@TekToyzGaming Жыл бұрын
You really can’t go wrong with any of the the Shure mics there if you’re willing to spend the money. I do think you get more bang for your buck with the Fifine mics and they are not trailing too far behind the shure sm57/58.
@fortesh7108 Жыл бұрын
@@TekToyzGaming but those are xlr connection that means i need audio interface Right? Or i can use shure mics directly on pc
@TekToyzGaming Жыл бұрын
That is correct they are xlr. If you don’t have an audio interface than you’re really better off with probably the k658 or k688 rather than converting xlr to usb.
@gillianvillanueva6979 Жыл бұрын
What model of fifine would you recommend for podcast?
@TekToyzGaming Жыл бұрын
Good question. I haven’t tried them all, but the one in this video is the best I’ve tried so far. I can literally do a video with it and not have to edit the audio at all in post. All the audio you hear from it in this video is unprocessed except for the noise cancellation at the end.
@ultragrimx8993 Жыл бұрын
Fifine K688
@nj9755 Жыл бұрын
How does it sound on discord calls/share screen?
@TekToyzGaming Жыл бұрын
Sounds good on discord. Just be careful with any audio “enhancements” you use from discord
@cedricantonino1787 Жыл бұрын
Is this good for music livestreaming? Btw tnx for this video
@TekToyzGaming Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the visit. So do you mean singing or playing instruments with it live? Will you be using a sound machine and xlr?
@cedricantonino1787 Жыл бұрын
@@TekToyzGaming yes sir
@cedricantonino1787 Жыл бұрын
@@TekToyzGaming i have a audio mixer for live streaming
@TekToyzGaming Жыл бұрын
@@cedricantonino1787 This mic may do the job. However I am no musician so take it with a few grains of salt
@FIFINE Жыл бұрын
Hi Cedric, it seems you have got the AM8. But we would still give our purchase advice, in case other audience may see your comment. If the look is not the deciding factor for you, the K688 with less bass could be more ideal for singing. But if your use environment is quiet, we would suggest the condenser mics instead.
@cedricantonino1787 Жыл бұрын
Hi i recieved my fifine am8 right now and i have a question about how i use this if i plug this mic in Audio Mixer with XLR connection?? i mean how will this work without power???
@TekToyzGaming Жыл бұрын
It doesn't require phantom power, you can use the mic with sound card, audio interface, mixer via XLR connection and you don't need to turn on the phantom power of the device.
@cedricantonino1787 Жыл бұрын
@@TekToyzGaming how about the rgb lights how it works when im using xlr connection?
@TekToyzGaming Жыл бұрын
@@cedricantonino1787 if you are using xlr solely it will not power the RGB. You will need to connect the usbc as well for RGB power.
@cedricantonino1787 Жыл бұрын
@@TekToyzGaming its okay if i connect the usb type c of fifine in charger to light the rgb light???
@TekToyzGaming Жыл бұрын
@@cedricantonino1787 probably better if you connected it to a computer or console usbc port. Might want to be careful with how much power you pump into it from a charger. Not sure if that will play nice or give feedback.
@Meshal_ajlani Жыл бұрын
In my area fifine a8 is around 50$ But fifine am8 is around 70$ So is it worth that extra 20$ ?
@TekToyzGaming Жыл бұрын
Depends on what you want to use it for and how much $ you can afford. They are different mics, a8 a condenser - picks up more ambient noise and therefore more noise but can pick up your voice further away better. and the am8 is dynamic which has a more focused pick up and really makes your voice sound great at the right range. Picks up less ambient and also has an xlr input.
@TekToyzGaming Жыл бұрын
It’s now $55 on Amazon. Price drop.
@soversatile Жыл бұрын
Hey, my mic is finally arrive, but too much hiss can you give me suggestions or can you show me your obs setting?
@TekToyzGaming Жыл бұрын
Do you hear hiss in your recording or just the monitoring? What are you using for playback? I don’t have any filters in OBS running. I applied a noise filter toward the end but that’s all.
@soversatile Жыл бұрын
@@TekToyzGaming both in recording an monitoring, using my headset for playback, when i use monitoring from the mic the hiss is low though, also my windows setting was 85 and on the mic about 50% what's yours? maybe i can try it to see if the noise gone
@TekToyzGaming Жыл бұрын
@@soversatile I have my mic input on pc set to about 60%, I have the gain on the mic itself set to about 90%, and OBS I had set to 90%. Try listening to the playback on another speaker outside of your headset. If your not getting the hiss over the monitoring then something else is potentially creating it.
@soversatile Жыл бұрын
@@TekToyzGaming Alright thanks i'll try it
@soversatile Жыл бұрын
@@TekToyzGaming yepp it still have some noise, maybe because my fan was loud
@donnynguyen Жыл бұрын
How do u enable the noise filtering? Is there like an app?
@TekToyzGaming Жыл бұрын
I use OBS studio for noise filtering.
@donnynguyen Жыл бұрын
@@TekToyzGaming So when I use discord does it apply a noise filter or some sort?
@TekToyzGaming Жыл бұрын
@@donnynguyen discord has its own built in noise suppression feature. If that works well enough for you then no need to have another application running in the background. Though OBS does have more sound filters than discord.
@donnynguyen Жыл бұрын
@@TekToyzGaming I heard you plug in ur headset into the mic to hear how u sound like? Is this true and is there any other required app to hear how you sound?
@TekToyzGaming Жыл бұрын
@@donnynguyen No app required for self-monitoring. Just plug in headset and you can hear yourself and can control that volume as well.
@watchyojett9307 Жыл бұрын
Noise suppression on obs?
@TekToyzGaming Жыл бұрын
Yes indeed.
@watchyojett9307 Жыл бұрын
@@TekToyzGaming okay thanks man
@azevlogin752 Жыл бұрын
Dynamic or condenser?
@TekToyzGaming Жыл бұрын
This is a dynamic mic.
@kodzuken6314 Жыл бұрын
would you recommend this for singing?
@TekToyzGaming Жыл бұрын
Couldn’t really say as I’m no singer. It does do a good job with voice audio for sure though.
@kodzuken6314 Жыл бұрын
@@TekToyzGaming thanks for the response. i was planning to buy this or the K688. tho im not really sure if they sound the same on usb mode or which one is better? mostly for streaming/gaming and some zoom calls
@TekToyzGaming Жыл бұрын
@@kodzuken6314 honestly you won’t be disappointed with either of these options. It may really come down to the aesthetics of it if anything. I would save a buck and go with the am8.
@kodzuken6314 Жыл бұрын
@@TekToyzGaming thank you, this helped a lot to decide which mic to go for 🫡
@FIFINE Жыл бұрын
Hi kodzuken, if the look is not the deciding factor for you, the K688 with less bass could be more ideal for singing. But if your use environment is quiet, we would suggest the condenser mics instead.
@fortesh7108 Жыл бұрын
From where i should buy!? All stock out!
@TekToyzGaming Жыл бұрын
Its available on Amazon for $55
@fortesh7108 Жыл бұрын
@@TekToyzGaming " Currently unavailable We don't know when or if this item will be back in stock." This text saying Amazon 😢
@TekToyzGaming Жыл бұрын
I am currently seeing it available on Amazon US. What country are you looking at it from?
@fortesh7108 Жыл бұрын
@@TekToyzGaming Bangladesh sir
@fortesh7108 Жыл бұрын
@@TekToyzGaming btw thank you very much for reply.. b'cause most of the youtubers never reply.. u cared that's means a lot 💜
@blackjohnny0 Жыл бұрын
Can you turn off that RGB?
@TekToyzGaming Жыл бұрын
The rgb is automatically powered by usbc. There is no companion software to manage the RGB to turn it off. The RGB is off by default in xlr mode only. I’ll update if I find some workaround to turn it off.
@TekToyzGaming Жыл бұрын
Ok so confirming with this mic you can long hold the RGB button for 3 seconds and it will turn off the light 👍🏽. Had to make sure as I have others that don’t turn off this way.
@soversatile Жыл бұрын
is this good for voice over?
@TekToyzGaming Жыл бұрын
I think the audio quality here is great for voice overs.
@soversatile Жыл бұрын
@@TekToyzGaming yeah i'm surprised, the hiss on your video barely can't hear it
@TekToyzGaming Жыл бұрын
@@soversatile I’m loving it so far.
@soversatile Жыл бұрын
@@TekToyzGaming i probably buy am8 instead k688 which they suggest to use for voice over, am8 is 70$ and k688 is 83$ on me
@TekToyzGaming Жыл бұрын
@@soversatile good option. I want to get my hands on the K688 to do a side by side comparison. I think the AM8 may come out on top.
@Mr.C0ffee Жыл бұрын
This is a Great mic! Too bad the knobs are ASS!! i can’t for the life god keep it in place 😠
@TekToyzGaming Жыл бұрын
Yea it really is a good mic. I don’t think the knobs on the mount are meant to keep it ultra stiff as it doubles as a shock mount. It needs some flexibility to work as such. But if you hit the mic it will move some.
@CamyAudio Жыл бұрын
HI, Can we made ASMR video with this Mic?
@TekToyzGaming Жыл бұрын
Asmr would be nice especially when using it really close.
@CamyAudio Жыл бұрын
@@TekToyzGaming dear, it's possible if we connect it to phone by cab?
@TekToyzGaming Жыл бұрын
@@CamyAudio yes. You can use usbc to usbc cable for android. Will need another adapter for iPhone.
@CamyAudio Жыл бұрын
@@TekToyzGaming thanks so much 😊
@TekToyzGaming Жыл бұрын
@@CamyAudio you’re welcome
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