M-Audio Uber Mic Review / Test

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Today I review the brand new M-Audio Uber Mic. This is a multi pattern usb microphone that is in direct competition with the Blue Yeti and Razer Seiren. This mic sounds like it has a high pass filter on it, which ultimately makes it sound a bit on the thin side.
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00:00 - Intro / Price
00:23 - Setup / Disclaimers
00:39 - What’s in the Box
00:57 - Build Quality / Walkthrough
01:56 - Specifications
02:18 - Polar Pattern Tests
02:43 - Background Noise Test
02:51 - Distance Test
02:57 - Windows 10 Test
03:09 - Gain Noise Test
04:36 - Music Test
05:19 - Pros & Cons
05:55 - Recommendation / Conclusion
06:43 - Outro
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@FLOODOFSINS 6 жыл бұрын

I'm waiting for its competitor Lyft mic

@ElectronicsForFun 6 жыл бұрын

HA!! l was waiting for a comment like that.

@FLOODOFSINS 6 жыл бұрын

Electronics For Fun You're still trying to figure my first comment. Lets not get ahead yourself. Go find a "special" popular forest and work on making some hanging art for us. heh.

@duncanalderdice 5 жыл бұрын

This is an excellent review! Thank you for doing an easy thing well, if that makes sense

@aidenborges7177 4 жыл бұрын

tyvm for the help, you made me finalize on my decision with your mic reviews love the content keep it up:)

@reggiep75 6 жыл бұрын

There isn't a video of yours I haven't liked or enjoyed as they're put together with enthusiasm, passion, honesty and humour. When it's often hard to find the above qualities in one place today, ALL of your content is refreshing and great! More of the same in 2018 and long after!

@Podcastage 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for the really kind words. It really means a lot!

4 жыл бұрын

Very nice review! Thanks a lot form Portugal!

@merson21r 3 жыл бұрын

Dude...you are thorough as hell...Thank you !!!

@vinnyjr7029 3 ай бұрын

Thanks great review.. Have liked and subscribed. 👍😎💭

@JustSageIt 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!! You helped me so much to set my mic up since I had no freaking clue what to do hah

@wadesharp11 3 жыл бұрын

Well done! Perfect review

@jcushon 6 жыл бұрын

Thank for the thorough unbiased review. I think you might have sold me on the Uber mc.

@unknownmockingbird1313 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, now I will buy it! :)

@ILovepinkthings100 3 жыл бұрын

This video is very detailed and well presented

@user-uy3fz3ee4h 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your Extra info about this topics

@iBEikki 6 жыл бұрын

The best guy for mic reviews, love your vids man

@Podcastage 6 жыл бұрын

You're too kind. I'm just one dude who's doing them. There's plenty of other.

@JoseGonzalezIII 6 жыл бұрын

The stereo pattern surprised me with how nice it sounded to my ears, though bonus points for Auld Lang Syne and a party popper!

@leonardsullivan 6 жыл бұрын

You make the BEST and most informative audio/recording information Videos. Great stuff man, you really make it aproachavle and simple. Most of these guys seem to get off on being as convoluted and complicated as possible, maybe in some attempt to seem more intelligent than everyone else lol Nobody wants to hear that shit though.....we just want to, literally, HEAR it! Just let us hear the gear! Lol Anyways, thanks man. Your helping me out big time.

@Podcastage 6 жыл бұрын

Really appreciate the kind words. =)

@pigeonking3896 6 жыл бұрын

Your videos are awesome man

@Podcastage 6 жыл бұрын

You're too kind.

@crixi__ 6 жыл бұрын

Good conclusion, thanks for giving a recommendation to another mic over this one. :)

@JohnyRidgeback 4 жыл бұрын

Hi, thanks for the review. Does it remember settings after unplugged the mic from computer? Thanks

@mahdiehkhaleghi8391 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the perfect review! Compared to Rode NT-USB, which one do you recommend for voice over?

@luxferusone2287 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you very very very much :)))

@yasuh4550 6 жыл бұрын

Wow, the stereo sounds pretty nice

@Podcastage 6 жыл бұрын

Yeah. Stereo is cool.

@ChrisC3100 6 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I agree, stereo was way cool. What others compare in stereo world?

@yasuh4550 6 жыл бұрын

Podcastage does it have something to do with the proximity effect of that certain pattern?

@n1ghtmvre546 6 жыл бұрын

Can you review the midiplus studio m audio interface with the blue spark?

@zeelowsguys 3 жыл бұрын

I’m considering this for recording of an audio book, I’d say it would be capable, but not the best in terms of options out there, any guidance/recommendations appreciated 😃

@user-im2dc2ws5f 3 жыл бұрын

I have always had a not so good opinion about usb based microphones But I definitely think that at least in this model, the microphone definitely meets studio standards. I will definitely consider purchasing this microphone.

@excellerateurbreath Жыл бұрын

I'm looking for a USB mic for guitar and possibly vlogging. Would you be able to recommend one? Preferably a budget option. Many thanks.

@mrfamous658 5 жыл бұрын

i got that mic but i got problem whit some buffer what can i do to get the gone ?

@ajaypratapsingh4781 6 жыл бұрын

Happy new year bendrew. Hope 2018 brings a lot of success and happiness in your life. God bless you

@Podcastage 6 жыл бұрын

Happy new year to you as well Ajay.

@ChrisAtzis 3 жыл бұрын

Any recommendations on a foam windscreen for this mic? Is it even needed?

@OliverDayGuitar 3 жыл бұрын

Theoretically, this should work into an android device with otg, since the website says it's class complaint?

@mrnicfire 5 жыл бұрын

Hi, you're doing a great job. Great reviews... I am going to podcast and I can't decide which mic... M-Audio Uber Mic or IK iRig Mic Studio... love the fact I could record with my iPhone, but the Uber Mic offers different patterns (espec. for interview situations..)... so... what's your impression on it? Which one was better to you?

@Kinrobsar Жыл бұрын

Hey I know this is an older video, but what would you recommend for a polar pattern for someone just using a speaking voice? Probably cardiod or stereo I'm sure. I bought this with the idea of using it for recording, but for the time being I've just been using it for work and gaming comms. Also one thing that happened to mine, the mini-USB input at the bottom of the mic has gotten very loose, and does not stay in very well after a couple of years (as you mentioned with shock absorption)

@Eldawn Жыл бұрын

Thank you, i will give a try to record my piano, previsously ive had mics with airy sounds it was quite annoying.

@NitOkyru 5 жыл бұрын

good afternoon. can I adapt this microphone to an articulated arm mount?

@furyfire0723 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video it was helpful. I would like to know more about the Audio-Technica AT2020 USB PLUS , The Samson Meteor Mic, The Rode NT-USB Condenser Microphone, and The TONOR Gaming Microphone PC USB. Do you know anything about these products and if so have you tested any of them?

@martinkulik9466 4 жыл бұрын

which one did u buy

@MikkoRantalainen 3 жыл бұрын

How do you think the audio quality is for computer to headphone jack part (DAC quality)? I'm asking because I would hate to keep swapping cables to monitor the mic during the recording vs mixing the audio in post because the audio quality is not good enough for post.

@wvrnstng 4 жыл бұрын

Hey! I hope you can give me your opinion: which mic would you choose 1) Uber mic, 2) beyer fox, 3) at2020usb+ Thanks in advance!

@NykoNintendo 6 жыл бұрын

Please cad gxl2400 usb microphone vs blue yeti vs bc master 1610 mic

@Firmbie 6 жыл бұрын

A very fair review..well done.

@Podcastage 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you kindlyu. Really appreciate it.

@Firmbie 6 жыл бұрын

you are welcome.If you have the time check out the sound in one of my lastest videos as I have implemented some changes that you recommended and I would like to know if there is anything else you would recommend to improve the quality...pm me if that is easier for you mate.cheers.

@Podcastage 6 жыл бұрын

I'd suggest moving the mic closer to your mouth. Currently it seems like it's picking up a bit of room noise.

@Firmbie 6 жыл бұрын

I can hear that now that you mention it.Thank you so much..I will certainly fix that up straight away.....btw ,after sharing you Rode A1 review with some of the clan member a couple of them are saying that they will pick one up..I will let you know what they think of it if I hear anything...Thank you again from you Aussies fans.

@mansurovrenat 3 жыл бұрын

Please - your opinion: blue yeti vs Uber for ASMR?

@memoli801 3 жыл бұрын

Must say, till now the best mic I have heard so far. Even compared to 200$ products and Bluejeti

@chaoticMadnessx 5 жыл бұрын

How would you compare this to rode USB nt? Is it better? I need one for vocals and instrument capturing mainly

@Judson-G 6 жыл бұрын

Nice singing bro.. Happy New year

@Podcastage 6 жыл бұрын

Cheers! Happy new year.

@garyleeheard3434 Жыл бұрын

I wonder how it compares to the old producer USB by MAudio.. any one know.. I been using that one for 14 years and it's still working today .jus curious

@inarterenzo 4 жыл бұрын

Got it for Christmas, I have a weird static noise on MAC, can't get rid of. Trying to figure this out =/

@bharattaker 2 жыл бұрын

i own this mic and its pretty awesome

@alperkarakose6400 6 жыл бұрын

thank you for the awsome review.. in my country, uber mic price is 40 dollars cheaper than the blue yeti.. for singing with classic guitar , u think blue yeti worth the extra 40 box or uber mic does good enough for singing ?

@Podcastage 6 жыл бұрын

I think it would be.

@harpreetsinghmoga 2 ай бұрын

Love from Moga,Punjab,India ❤

@Blueon123 6 жыл бұрын

Review the shure sm86 condenser microphone

@mahmoudkm 6 жыл бұрын

hi, can you review Superlux E205U USB Recording Microphone

@unknownmockingbird1313 5 жыл бұрын

Your singing is so sweet ^_^

@utilizador2496 6 жыл бұрын

any windscreen compatible with this microphone?

@user-il1ik4hs4x 5 жыл бұрын

Лучший обзор на этот микрофон :)

@lhmchannel9915 4 жыл бұрын

Да

@user-zr1bz2kc3x 3 жыл бұрын

Блин, пожалуйста... Может кто-нибудь даст совет. Хочу купить микрофон и идёт выбор между двумя микрофонами M-Audio uber mic и Rode nt usb mini. Что лучше взять?

@nunoduarte4146 5 жыл бұрын

Hey, help me out. Between M Audio Uber Mic / MPM 2000U / Blue Yeti wich one should I go to? It's from rap purposes.

@parsafarzinfar3747 3 жыл бұрын

Is uber mic has internal popfilter??

@AnarghaBose 3 жыл бұрын

Samson G track pro or Uber mic?

@warcrafthumanlord 6 жыл бұрын

Hello Bandrew, could you please tell me if i should buy this mic, because i was thinking of buying the bm800 before, but it takes an xlr input and i have a laptop so i need the usb sound card and like you reviewed they are all bad, the only one with decent audio costs around 140$ +mic it goes to 170$ here ( if i went trough amazon only the import costs and global shipment on any item is around 150$ so i can only buy locally) uhm there are no retails of the blue yetti as well, the blue snowball costs around 140$ and there are a plenty of audio technica but only the 1 year old and more models selling from about 100$+, for the rode microphones there are a few but most of them are shotgun and camera mounted (im using my iphone to record) also starting from 100$, the are a few samson microphones but no meteorite mostly the ones for singing and karaoke. This mike however costs 138$ here it's available immediately , are there any other options and will this microphone improve on the quality of my iphone (i guess it will but is it worth buying). Thanks in advance

@JBittermusic Жыл бұрын

Is a fine mice to this day

@BellyBro 6 жыл бұрын

Can you add "using a pop filter" to your method? It would be cool to know all your options. (Obviously you don't have to but it would help)

@Podcastage 6 жыл бұрын

Not sure if it would add much value. The pop filter is not going to add any significant color to the mic.

@BellyBro 6 жыл бұрын

ok thanks!

@johnjackson8902 6 жыл бұрын

Pretty harsh, and a noisy preamp. Though I prefer the sound of this over the Yeti. Every audio sample I've heard of the Yeti sounded pretty bad (especially for the price). Watching your review of it it sounds thin ( kind of muffled and a bit tinny) and a bit strong in the higher frequencies with some low or maybe lower mid warmth. So it it kind sounds like it has two very different tones. Other reviews it still sounds really thin but also has some humming. Honestly reminds me of a cheap mic built into a headset or phone or something. At least this mic sounds like a microphone, albeit an underwhelming one. Though I still think an NW-700 or BM-700 with the Behringer UMC22 (together will probably be $60~) would be a better choice than most budget USB mics or headset mics. I'd love to see a review on the more expensive USB mics like the Sennheiser MK4 Digital and maybe some of the Apogee ones (but I've heard bad things about the latter). The Sennheiser costs significantly more than the XLR version but apparently has a great preamp and converter.

@arachnidbabachnid 6 жыл бұрын

"Greetings earthlings, im back with another seemingly Razer rip off microphone!" - Bandrew Jan 2, 2k18 love it

@parsafarzinfar3747 3 жыл бұрын

This mic needs popfilter or has internal popfilter?

@leavewe 4 жыл бұрын

does anyone else have one of these and run windows 10? it's not working for me

@czdaniel1 5 жыл бұрын

6:16 -- *Cardioid Mike* teaches aerobics over at the senior center on Tuesday/Thursday Grandma loves him!! Says he's _uber_

@DrFiree 3 жыл бұрын

bro your voice makes all mics so super super strong😘....we need to hear someones elses test😂

@lucacesaro7739 6 жыл бұрын

Nice microphone! 😁

@Podcastage 6 жыл бұрын

It's alright.

@zukk8010 6 жыл бұрын

Would be able to do a microphone test vid on the stadium USBpro please

@Podcastage 6 жыл бұрын

I do not see it available in the US.

@zukk8010 6 жыл бұрын

Ok thank you

@zenon6493 6 жыл бұрын

Hey i would like to ask you what Phantompowersupply do you use and which you could recommend. And also what Audiointerface for around 200$ would you recommend Nice COntent btw

@Podcastage 6 жыл бұрын

I use whatever phantom power supply is in the interface I'm using. I like the Scarlett 2i2, and it's what I use in my reviews. If you're using windows, that may not be the best decision, I have heard SOME people complain that the focusrite gear does not work on windows. Steinberg UR22 MKii may be a safer option though.

@zenon6493 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for the quick Answer.Love your vids

@somecurlygamer8116 4 жыл бұрын

Quick, I'm getting this microphone tomorrow and it's my first one. I bought a psa1 studio arm and I'm wondering what else I'll need.

@somecurlygamer8116 4 жыл бұрын

Please, if anyone can help me, that would be greatly appreciated.

@MegaVoiceTube 3 жыл бұрын

So you suggest "Blue Yeti" if i need it for voice over and dubbing ? I have M-audio vocal studio and i am planning to go for something more quality , what do you think ??

@Kelocyde 3 жыл бұрын

Yeti is a side-grade and has a lot more low-end. Both mics are greats, but I wouldn't buy a Yeti thinking it's an upgrade by any means and I own one.

@dipendrashrestha8510 5 жыл бұрын

Which is better for vocal recording uber or blue yeti?

@ancientslav4863 4 жыл бұрын

Blue Yeti sucks for anything but podcasting. Ive had 2 of them, the silver and blackout over 3 years. I sold both with extreme anger. Boomy, shitty, noisy....you cant record anything nice with it. Using an audio technica at2020 - LEAPS ahead for instruments and vocals...cheaper too...and you DO NOT need any of the patterns, The cardioid is all you need. BTW this guy always promotes the blue YEti...Trust me...yourll be regreting the buy after...like 10 minutes...

@ancientslav4863 4 жыл бұрын

BTW this uber mic is also shit. Even the Samson metero sounds nicer. And the blue snowball is just ok, cause of the price,...still shit sounds...

@keske3717 6 жыл бұрын

Mic is life

@Podcastage 6 жыл бұрын

Truth

@redmegaman8063 6 жыл бұрын

YOU SHOULD REVIEW (Insert every single brand that sells the bm-700, bm 800, and bm-8000)

@kennysylvia773 3 жыл бұрын

good video does t his mic offer loop bsck

@Trima444 5 жыл бұрын

That mic is good for music ???

@Podcastforthewin 6 жыл бұрын

Dude you can sing!

@Podcastage 6 жыл бұрын

You're being too kind. It's barely singing, at best.

@ynielmusic3540 6 жыл бұрын

what cable should i buy for the headphones for my interface whe. i record my vocal i can hear the beat inside the vocals can you help me please i have interface UMC22

@Eporras08 6 жыл бұрын

a 1/8th to 1/4th adapter

@Podcastage 6 жыл бұрын

Not4You is exactly right.

@memokid3997 6 жыл бұрын

Guys, if i want to record mainly voice and sometimes little guitar demos, the samson c01u pro would be better than the blue yeti? Pd: I love your videos! I watch all of them even when i don't have money

@redmegaman8063 6 жыл бұрын

No i kinda off disagree. if you have 70 dollars and dont need polar patterns then i would reccommend the co1u. But if you have 70 dollars and want the blue yeti, save up 30 dollars (its 100 dollars), so i would get that if i need 4 polar patterns. So it comes to your personal prefrence and im not righting a long comment ever like this....

@Podcastage 6 жыл бұрын

It will depend on your personal preference. Which one do you like the tone of more? If you're recording guitar, both will color the audio a bit and it's up to your personal preference which one will suit your needs better.

@thetimetraveler8551 6 жыл бұрын

Hey I Need Your help to decide between Beringer C-1 with Phantom Power or Samson C01u Pro I need to make covers and record vocals Sooo Which One should I go for

@Podcastage 6 жыл бұрын

If you're not going to be getting a proper USB Audio Interface with the behringer c-1, then go with the Samson C01u pro.

@thetimetraveler8551 6 жыл бұрын

Podcastage Ok Bro as U say If U think I'll get good quality vocals from Samson C01u pro then I'll definitely go for it..... Thank you soo much man for helping me.......u r the best.....🤘👍 I'll promote Ur channel as much as I can.......😉🙏

@mararalel8668 6 жыл бұрын

Hey man ,please HELP!!! What mic do you think have the best quality Samson c01u pro - At2020 - Samson q2u -Blue Yeti btw maybe u would make a video bout that but anyway i want to hear your advice ! Best mic for talking and quality?

@mimhsjr 6 жыл бұрын

Elliot Alderson The best option would be the at2020 with a xlr audio interface but the price is going to be around 200$...For cheaper alternative i would go with the blue yeti mic.

@yasuh4550 6 жыл бұрын

Elliot Alderson the q2u has both xlr and usb. On top of that, it sounds great.

@kaiye7692 6 жыл бұрын

Do u have a audio interface. If so I would recommend at2020. That's my opinion

@mararalel8668 6 жыл бұрын

i also heard that the samson c01u pro has a better just voice quality than yeti and i am confused ,i know that it really sucks to buy a audio interface for the at tho :/

@yasuh4550 6 жыл бұрын

Elliot Alderson again, the samson q2u is a great microphone that doesnt require an interface.

@stevelamborghini 5 жыл бұрын

I've been trying to set up an M-Audio Uber Mic for about a week now, it's quite annoying

@arturocharlesv 6 жыл бұрын

You should make a review over the Blue Bluebird!

@Podcastage 6 жыл бұрын

I have a few higher end blue mics coming. They should be listed on geeksrising.com/podcastage

@johnjackson8902 6 жыл бұрын

Podcastage I'd love to see that. From what I've seen the Bluebird is a bit harsh for the price. I heard it in a shootout with the AKG C214 which I think absolutely blew the Bluebird out of the water. At the time of the video the C214 was only $50 more.

@ElectronicsForFun 6 жыл бұрын

that thing looks like a razer siren but it sure doesn't sound like one, but that may be a good thing depending on your opinion of the mic. l personally hate the razer siren, it sounds good but the damn things are super prone to overheating and then they start adding popping sounds to the audio until the mic cools down, l have seen the siren do this many times so l don't think it's a fluke.

@danielmedina333 11 ай бұрын

@Podcastage 11 ай бұрын

@Rahul-vk6xj 6 жыл бұрын

can u make a review of the stadium usbmic1?

@Podcastage 6 жыл бұрын

Not available in the US.

@Rahul-vk6xj 6 жыл бұрын

Never mind then. Thank you for the fast reply.

@MARS-eb8pt 3 жыл бұрын

This or a NT USB mic? I want one for gaming an maybe asmr

@Kelocyde 3 жыл бұрын

Rode NT is a much better mic.

@LateRegistration 6 жыл бұрын

You should compare it to a Razer siren

@Podcastage 6 жыл бұрын

One day I will for sure.

@caiokenproductions 6 жыл бұрын

you should review Tascam TH-02 headphone

@Podcastage 6 жыл бұрын

I've been taking a break from headphone reviews since they are so subjective.

@caiokenproductions 6 жыл бұрын

Makes sense, but listen that: Usually people who buy the Blue Yeti use this headphone to do monitoring because they say that sounds great and also is cheap, about 25 dollars. And i didn't see any video telling deeply about monitoring, maybe it is a great opportunity. By the way your videos are amazing, keep the good work.

@icrystal1231 6 жыл бұрын

Please can someone help me? I am almost crying because of that shit. So I just got my new Audio Technica AT2020 XLR Microphone together with: 1 XLR to XLR cable 1 48 V Phantom Power Supply 1 XLR to USB cable I plugged everything right in and I have an issue with the sound. I have this static background noise which won't go away. When I turn off the box I still hear this sound, because my XLR to USB cable is still in my PC. Is it probably the cable? Should I buy a XLR to 3,5 jack? Or is it maybe the box, because I hear no differences when I turn on the box. I always get this freaking sound, even when I turn off the box and remove all the XLR cable. As long as the USB cable is in my PC I still hear it, so it only can be the USB cable right? I hope you guys can help me.

@Up_All_Night 6 жыл бұрын

You should be using a proper USB audio interface instead of the phantom power supply and XLR to USB cable.

@Podcastage 6 жыл бұрын

I second what Up All Night stated. You should return the phantom power supply and xlr to usb cable and pick up a USB Audio Interface.

@cananasi1561 3 жыл бұрын

Just buy it...trust me

@eNVy1294 6 жыл бұрын

Yay. *Pop*

@user-ol3sx1bh9d 5 жыл бұрын

Can I install a pop filter directly into the microphone or base? Please respond immediately if possible

@th3drizzl378 6 жыл бұрын

This literally looks like they went to the china factory who makes the razor and said I want that lol. honestly it doesn't sound at all bad for a multi directional type mic and being usb. Imo better then maybe even the usb razor

@Podcastage 6 жыл бұрын

I definitely can imagine them doing that.