Shure SM7B vs Electro-Voice RE20 - Battle of the Endgame Microphones! (Best Podcasting Mic Review)
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Intro: 00:00
SM7B Strengths: 04:02
RE20 Strengths: 07:20
Gain and Cloudlifters: 09:47
Vocal Demo: 12:16
Blind Guitar Cab Test: 14:51
Opinion: 16:00
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@Anvilshock Ай бұрын
Fact: 100 % of KZfaqrs/podcasters/whatevernarcissists who buy either of those make their purchase with their eyes, not their ears.
@rgcookmd 2 жыл бұрын
At age 72, I'm a bit of an outlier in this conversation, to say the least. I began a very brief radio career in 1966 using the old RCA 44-BX ribbon mic. Radio didn't work out, so I practiced medicine for 44 years but now am back in voice production with podcasting. Of course, a lot changed over those years. After working my way through several mics (including the SM7B) I ultimately settled on the RE-20, for most of the reasons you listed. Thanks very much for validating my choice. It's nice to feel in sync with younger, clearer thinkers than my contemporaries. 🤣
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
Hahahah and on the flip side its nice to know my perspective has been confirmed by your wisdom!
@PhillipHilton Жыл бұрын
That's awesome. I got started 17 years ago recording 'liguaphone dialogues' on the side for beer money. Covid19 persuaded me to get my old XLRs out of the cupboard and do some podcasting. Like you I forgot how much I missed it.
@joslinnick 10 ай бұрын
Yeah, the RE-20 is a great microphone. IMO, it's one of the best dynamic microphones out there. It's great with vocals, and music producers really love it on kick drums.
@MarkFBerry Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the video. This was very helpful and pushed me in the EV direction when making the decision to upgrade my podcast microphone. I remembered the EV-635 from my young reporter days back in the 80's (you could hammer nails with that mic and it still performed). Looking forward to working w the RE20.
@gaborkiss1425 2 жыл бұрын
This is how mic reviews should be done. I really love the quick back-and-forth switching between the two mics, and not just randomly, but on rhythm.
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!
@wslawe078 2 жыл бұрын
I was waiting for this review,great video 👏👏👏
@throughline Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the great review. Just bought the RE20 for my video essays.
@adrianomoreira1341 Жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot for the comparison. I noticed something that could be improved to make any comparison fairer: equalizing the volume of each of them. It happens a lot with headphone comparisons too. I know it's impossible to put them at exactly the same playback volume (db) but if one of them is 1 db or less below the other, depending on the characteristics, the louder one will sound better. As in the case of the Electro-Voice RE20, which is louder than the Shure. So, regardless of it actually being better than Shure, as it's taller it automatically looks better. Anyway, I really like the channel. Thank you very much for the comparisons. A hug from Brazil!
@throughline Жыл бұрын
thanks so much for your help.. ended up going with the re 20
@LetsGoHelio 2 жыл бұрын
Damn you’re such a great content creator. Super informative and detailed.
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much man!! Stuff like this keeps me motivated :)
@Avlyaa 2 жыл бұрын
Ah i was waiting for this exact comparison for a month and then i see this in my recommended tysmm
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
haha yes happy to deliver :)
@russetburbanks275 2 жыл бұрын
I love the video! Great job man. Very informative.
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks dude :)
@monzasmusicemporium252 2 жыл бұрын
Great review & comparison, very helpful, thank you!
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
Glad I could help!
@brucebuck3597 2 жыл бұрын
Does this still apply even after using the "presence boost" switch on the SM7B? Or do you still feel the RE20 is a better "out-of-the-box" mic for those who are beginners or who don't want to do a lot of post processing with audio? Thanks for doing this video, and I appreciate the insight!
@ChrisSchaffer 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the excellent comparison! I've been using a SM7b for a couple of years and have been through several phases of adapting to it, especially because of the reasons you noted such as pre-amp noise. It's an excellent mic, and especially because I sometimes have some very sibilant esses I can confirm that magic it does in that realm.... But at the same time I have been leaning more and more toward finding, trying, and possibly buying an RE20. I've been thinking about it so much I've even embraced it's original color as superior because it defines it as being the other titan of the dynamic mic field in a way that just having a shape different from the Shure option just can't quite do.
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
Couldn't agree more! I think theres a benefit to having both in your mic locker, honestly very different sounds to them both
@TheKwaze 2 жыл бұрын
I am always searching for the least sibilant mic which is why I am looking for a dynamic rather than a condenser. My voice is deep, but sibilant. I prefer the sound and look of the RE20 but I reckon it loses out on the sibilance battle!
@ChrisSchaffer 2 жыл бұрын
@@TheKwaze - it likely does lose the sibilance battle, the SM7b really is excellent in that regard. Though with a de-esser I have had really good success with an RE27N/D but I definitely made a tradeoff of naturally higher gain/output of the microphone for needing to pay more attention to processing sibilant frequency ranges.
@stevejeffery4857 Жыл бұрын
I just purchased the SM7B a week ago for voiceover and had to do spend a significant amount of time EQ tweaking to get it sounding balanced. Before I even watched this vid I had already made up my mind to return the sure and purchase the RE20.
@Irshaad88 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome video man. I respect the amount of time and effort it takes to make it. PS. I'm an SM7B fan-boy.😀
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks dude! Honestly I think my editing it getting too time consuming I need to pull it back haha
@TheHalfmanofOz 2 жыл бұрын
Interesting video yet again. For spoken word, I prefer the sound of the RE20, but as both sound good, I would use the SMB due to its better handling of plosives. In a mix, I didn't notice any huge difference between them, whereas soled, I preferred the sound of the RE20. I liked the sound of the SM7B more for guitar, especially electric guitar. Having said all that, I still prefer the sound of condenser mics overall.
@matthewg7069 5 ай бұрын
I feel you could get a good result using the HPF-2B pop filter to create some distance from the capsule, then place something like a Rode WS2 over the top... It would provide a similar effect to what the SM7B is doing.
@FuzzyImages 5 ай бұрын
I do love the removal of the background track, it is interesting how much the music accompanying vocals seems to actually change the vocals sound. But thanks for this, learned a lot, been eyeing these two for a while but never really understand all the tech jargon for them, cause I'm not audio engineer.
@alexwhb122 2 жыл бұрын
legit best sponsor promo I've heard, and I don't even make music, so it don't pertain to me, but I actually was tempted to use it just because of how good your promotion of distrokid was. :D Also great video.
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
Hahahah thanks I'm honored lol
@52Cues 2 жыл бұрын
I used the SM7B for years, and preferred it over the RE20... until I picked up the RE320. Now the SM7B sits in the drawer and the 320 is on my desk! I just like it better for my own voice.
@StefanGenov7 2 жыл бұрын
Great review. In the end I bought the Sm7B
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
Enjoy it!!
@teashea1 2 жыл бұрын
Very good review --- well done - throughtful and articulate and organized I am buying an RE20
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! And enjoy the RE20 you certainly won't be disappointed :)
@samuelpodgorny 2 жыл бұрын
I know about all of the hype around the sm7b but I love it a lot, maybe more than re-20 because I love the darker tone that I get from it and I never saw the high gain need as a major barrier. Although I just used the re-20 on a podcast and it also sounds really good, I just like what the sm 7b does with my voice and acoustic.
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
lol sounds like you need both brother!!
@offplanetfilms 8 ай бұрын
I recently splashed out on an RE20 for our cartoon voice acting. We usually use condensor mics, but occasionally turn to dynamics if the neighbours are rowdy etc. I have to say, the RE20 is way better than I thought it would be. Our previous best dynamic was a Sennheiser e935 (which I still have a soft spot for), but my new infactuation is definitely the RE20!
@knormalday708 Жыл бұрын
I really like the RE20 on vocals. It really cut through the mix very well, but strangely it didn't sound as good to me outside of the mix (without the backing tracks). I definitely liked the SM7B on guitar cabs though, but I feel like the RE20 is gonna give me what I need on live vocals.
@blakealanfoster Жыл бұрын
It's because the high end is a bit sharper on the SM7. Your ears hear that solo and the more noticeable high and high-mids make it sound fuller, but in a mix with guitars and drums it gets muddy. The RE20 has a more classic sound and it definitely a better sounding mic for recording vocals/guitar/horns/bass and even kick drum than the SM7b imho.
@eliotball655 2 жыл бұрын
I love the transitions brother
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you thank you :)
@DeonMitton 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks - very informative !!
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
Glad I could help my friend!!
@markvandenberg4606 2 жыл бұрын
This is a great review.
@coffeehigh420 2 жыл бұрын
Hey AudioHaze! Have you had the chance to review the EV RE 27n/d ? I LOVE this mic! Also have the Shure SM7b. Both have a good place depending on the application. I'd like to hear your comments on the 27 n/d. I beleive with the high end (treble) roll-off switch engaged, and keeping the other 2 switches in normal mode, it sounds awesome.
@ElrondMcBong. Жыл бұрын
one addition to the gain thing: it is still the better way to use as much of the dynamic of your ADC as possible. For example if you are at -12db with 16bit you are only using 14 bits out of the 16 which essentially just means a lower signal to noise ratio which means you are adding noise to the signal which then gets boosted when you digitally amplify your signal on your pc . It‘s still completly fine to do, but I think it‘s good to know why it‘s still good to avoid it if you can
@ElrondMcBong. Жыл бұрын
super nice video though!
@ogmikegaming Жыл бұрын
Where can i listen to more of this soothing guitar playing stuff that you just did🔥👍
@BlueLineVibes Жыл бұрын
Seen a lot of reviews, but you did extremely well. I thought for sure with your editing and knowledge of the subject, I would be looking at a KZfaqr with 100k+ but I see how KZfaq does ya, same for me as well lol
@theoutsiderjess4869 2 жыл бұрын
My thoughts and opinions have changed the sm7b is still my top choice I love it, the design is great and it sounds great on most voices I have heard on the Re 20 looks weird outside of the black color it looks very weird however I have rarely heard people sound good on the mic like a year ago but now that I have heard some more voices on it I like the mic alot more and think it can be a good second choice when I finally pick up one of these mics in the future
@lewiswilliams1893 9 ай бұрын
Now that I know about the RE20 I am noticing it in many places. Most notably the Pat McAfee Show. His black mic blends into his black tank top. I guess that was deliberate.
@thestingyham1188 2 жыл бұрын
I enjoyed the video, but I think it's difficult to find fault with certain audio profiles of a mic without putting the many roll-off switch settings of the SM7B through the paces. I prefer the RE20, myself, but different roll-off choices change the profile so much.
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
Thats true! I usually find that roll off is done in post, but I don't prioritize them as much in a review setting, in the future I'll be super to include stuff like that at least for a section of the vid :)
@ClearAdventure 2 жыл бұрын
I thought you would have 538k subs, instead of 5.38k. what? You are too awesome, you deserve way more subs! Just subbed! 🤘😁 - Kevin Venture
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
Ah thanks so much Kevin! Maybe sometime in the future :)
@Tallontherocks 2 жыл бұрын
The RE20 sounds high end. The shure sounds good. My take on it. Unfortunately everyone is on the SM7B wagon because it’s familiar.
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
Agreed.
@annekedebruyn7797 2 жыл бұрын
SM7b is the safer mic. Build in shockmount, easy to setup, better resistant against electrical noises, clean and not too in the way looks wise. Especially if you have guests, it feels more safer, less scary to manipulate. That is pretty damn huge when you get people on the podcast who hasn't done that ever. I don't think the SM7b is a bandwagon thing at all. Especially now that a lot of podcasts are doing filming as well. It is not a bad mic. It's a different mic. Neither sound better or worse to me. Just different mic for different situations. There is a reason why both mics are one of the most used (dynamic) broadcast mics. Hell, I'd vouch for an RE20 as host mic and SM7b as guest mic. Having mic separation can be a great tool for larger sized podcasts in terms of people doing the podcast.
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
@@annekedebruyn7797 That's a good point! Honestly I know MKBHD uses the RE27 as a host mic and SM7Bs for the guests
@geckovision 2 жыл бұрын
The RE20 sounds like the vintage SM7 before they cut the high end and trapped the lows. It makes sense to own both. SM7B for guitar cabs and chorus backup. RE20 for lead vocals anything acoustic including kick drum and drum overhead. I like the RE20 for vocals a lot and speeds up editing because you don't have to chase that upper-end clarity as mentioned here. One thing to try is to record a vocal on both mics simultaneously and let the SM7B represent low-mid "backup" vocal and have the RE-20 act as the "lead" vocal. That combo comes together as you play with phasing and can create some gorgeous vocal depth.
@jf4828 Жыл бұрын
I can
@dryelene Жыл бұрын
@@jf4828 You can
@maxwellk10 Жыл бұрын
He can
@lewiswilliams1893 9 ай бұрын
We all can
@pasttense69 Жыл бұрын
So I’m in the process of purchasing a microphone because a headset just isn’t going to cut it anymore. I’m curious what you’d recommend for a fairly untreated room. My room is pretty bare, but I plan on filling it up and making it feel cozy because there’s hardly anything in it currently. I will admit that I was leaning towards the SM7B because I see a lot of content creators use it. After this though I am considering the RE20. I know nothing about pretty much everything you talked about when it came to noises and whatnot. It just seems to me that the RE20 is easier and more simple to use. The SM7B seems more of a microphone that I’d maybe switch to when I want to do more with singing and whatnot.
@MusicMindfulnesswithJoshBrill 2 жыл бұрын
Great vid!! I just subbed! What kind of camera are you using? Looks great
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks dude! It’s a Canon M50, but honestly it’s the studio lights that made the difference, just some cheap Neewer ones from Amazon
@Hugmir 2 жыл бұрын
That was some really remarkable singing... and a very informative review overall. Many thanks, and congrats to that artist.
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I'll let him know as well :)
@MenschWerdeWesentlich 2 жыл бұрын
Great video! Authentic, likable, as unbiased as possible, informative and well produced. Great package! Couldn’t believe you don’t have more subscriptions (yet)! To that end, here have mine.
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
Ah thank you so much thats so nice of you!!
@MenschWerdeWesentlich 2 жыл бұрын
@@AudioHaze You’re welcome. By the way I had ordered the RE20, SM7B and the Icon Pro for a test run. Considering my voice coloration, my equipment and environment, the resulting amount of required work in post and the intended purpose I came out finding the SM7B the least appealing under my circumstances. I would have loved to keep the RE20 for being more forgiving then a condenser, but it doesn’t go to well with the lows of my voice either and the Icon Pro just blew them both out of the water right out of the box.
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
@@MenschWerdeWesentlich Nice! I'll have to check out the icon pro then :)
@zerobubble3063 Жыл бұрын
re27 better than re20? I would like to buy one I would like your opinion that you are a professional I tend towards perfectionism in the sense that I would like to buy one for always do not change forever
@AkelaTradingSystem 2 жыл бұрын
I owned both of them, and to be honest until today I found difficulties which one should I get rid of. I love both of them. When I do a video I prefer the Shure SM7B simply because of the elegant design. But when I did a podcast or recording I prefer the RE20. They both so good.
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
The age old dilemma "Does the RE20 look too weird" haha
@TrungLe-dw1mm 2 жыл бұрын
Did you see the RE20 back version?
@worldgonewrong2049 2 жыл бұрын
Both great mics. I have tried both and kept the RE20. It's a better match for my voice. The Shure is a wonderful mic as well. Depends on the voice pumping thru it.
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
Totally agree, I'm curious which you preferred on my voice?
@TerpaWerpa 2 жыл бұрын
@@AudioHaze I honestly believe the RE20 sounded better with your voice lol
@jpeggeorge2014 2 жыл бұрын
@@TerpaWerpa Which would be better for a medium to low nasally voice?
@taytaytazermusic2539 9 ай бұрын
Great Video!
@powersliding 2 жыл бұрын
your re20 sounds awesome, i would choose it over the shure for shure...would love to see you do a review on the techzone audio stellar x2, x2 vintage or x3
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
I would love to! Just got to get my hands in the mic some how :)
@ddc171 2 жыл бұрын
love the pun
@joshuacedars8849 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome videos. I agree with almost everything you said, however I went with the Shure for a couple of specific reasons. 1- there are a couple easy ways to boost that presence. 2- my vocals sit a little higher up the eq AND I tend to get a little grainy (gravel isn't the right term either... anyway). 3- sibilance control. 4- my use is limited to basically just my vocals, so once I set my chain, eq, all that, I'm pretty much good to go. I also have thus weird thing with this mic that I don't find with others. I tend to HATE low end in my vocals so I tend to roll it almost all off. Especially live. But with this it's well tolerated. Not sure why. Anyway. Good videos.
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
Whatever works for you my friend! Sounds like you've got a killer set up and are getting the high end you need out of the SM7 :) happy recording dude!
@nerdyneedsalife8315 2 жыл бұрын
At least you put thought in using the SM7B. You didn't see anyone use it and then want it for yourself. You weighed the pros and cons and matched it with your voice. Enjoy your mic.
@Dwoalin Жыл бұрын
I was abolut to say exactly this. I find that everyone goes for the Shure because it's so popular. Not actually knowing if it's well suited for their voice. I've had mine for going on 12 years (originally bought it for vocals) and now I'm realizing maybe the RE20 is really what I've been looking for all this time.
@ivke_moreplovac1949 2 жыл бұрын
I love both, RE20 have more definition but more in fight with instruments in mix. With sm7b I really enjoy to listen all elements in mix. Thanks for this video.
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
Nice! I agree, it can sound super solid on guitar cabs in my opinion, better than the RE20, as exhibited in this video :)
@ivke_moreplovac1949 2 жыл бұрын
@@AudioHaze also both are perfect for micing a bass cabs :) the previous comment was related mainly to the vocals.
@TommyTemperShow Жыл бұрын
Wow I just bought an SM7B but looked my closet and had aquired an EV RE 20 a few years back ... I may just to a live comparison!!
@mikebottiaux5850 2 жыл бұрын
The RE20 is the clear winner. Have you ever did a review on the re27nd, that’s becoming my go to mic as dynamics mics go. Enjoy all of your videos!
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
I haven't but I would love to in the future! And thanks my friend :)
@Jp-international24 Жыл бұрын
Love the guy Singing!!! Rewatched just for that part. Can we buy that song somewhere
@garystackhouse5787 Жыл бұрын
I have more than 40 years in both music production and broadcasting/voiceover (production and announcing).... I've used both of these microphones extensively, along with a number of other dynamic and condenser mics (right up to vintage U87s). As I am sure you know, the choice between these two mics (as with ANY mic) will depend on the source you're recording. In my years producing voiceover artists/announcers, there were some voices which sounded better with the Shure, some with the E/V, and some with neither. I've always thought MY voice was better in an RE20 for both voiceover and singing. I actually use an RE320 for my own live vocals now, as (because it uses the RE27's N/D capsule) I find it cuts through a live band mix better.
@dictarthur Жыл бұрын
and, for livestreaming what mic du you think is the better????
@yabeeba_com Жыл бұрын
this is the right answer. different mics for different jobs. you cannot generalize what is better (if you have several mics in a certain quality + price range similar to each other).
@yabeeba_com Жыл бұрын
@@dictarthur didnt you read what he wrote? it completely depends on who is talkin into the mic, a good studio has different mics because each voice is individual and can sound a lot better with the right fit
@LiftGammaGainKC 2 жыл бұрын
I’ll tell you my favorite at the beginning of the video. I am a fan of both but love the RE20. It’s an amazing microphone.
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
Agreed!
@techmed-rainer 2 жыл бұрын
I prefer the RE20 over the SM7B, too. Due to looks I got the matt black version of the RE20 which looks pretty decent imo.
@mayankkatare7260 2 жыл бұрын
Which mic would you recommend for screaming/growling metal vocals? I have tried SM7B and I really liked that i could go literally onto the grill while recording & it really helped me in the performance. Can the same be done with the RE 20 or maybe say Procaster. 7B is really expensive here in India, So should I wait & get the 7B or should I go ahead with the RE 20 and/or Procaster?
@mayankkatare7260 2 жыл бұрын
Wait, I wasn't aware, RE 20 is even more expensive than 7B. So which other dynamic mic would you prefer? Procaster? Q9u? or any other?
@Avlyaa 2 жыл бұрын
@@mayankkatare7260 The PL-20 was used on Nirvana’s in utero album and Kurt did some heavy vocals on it. They don’t make the PL anymore, instead they make what’s now known as the RE-20 which is basically the same thing but modern. The RE-20 can handle screaming vocals incredibly well, i would even say that the RE-20 sounds better than the sm7b. The only reason I picked the sm7b over it was for aesthetic purposes. If you want another good screaming mic which is cheaper then i’d consider a SM58. The AT4040 is a very good pick aswell. Audio technicas aren’t the best but this specific one is a great screaming mic because with the 4040, all the noise coming in from the rear end wont receive airplay so you can scream into the mic without worrying about any external interference. Basically it’s stable. If i was to put it in an order i’d say 1. RE20 2. SM7B 3. SM58 4. AT4040 The ones you mentioned are good too though
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
Yeah I agree with Mona on this one, both will get the job done, but you really can't go wrong with a 57 or 58 for screaming if the RE20 or SM7B aren't an option, or to be honest even if they ARE an option. Sometimes the 58/57 just sounds better on some voices
@ourdogteddy Жыл бұрын
Ev Re20 is my favorite dynamic mic for singing and spoken words!
@onlymyopiniontech 2 жыл бұрын
Interesting comparison. Either one can be a good choice. If you take the looks out an SM57 with the A81WS can sound great.
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
Agree! I have a whole video on on that actually haha, and I actually think the 57 with a filter looks pretty dope
@onlymyopiniontech 2 жыл бұрын
@@AudioHaze I’ll look for it, thanks.
@LiftGammaGainKC 2 жыл бұрын
I have that exact setup.
@onlymyopiniontech 2 жыл бұрын
@@LiftGammaGainKC me too! 👍
@thedog5k 2 жыл бұрын
Is that slight edge that the re20 has on detail inherent to the mic or is that pretty much fixed with a small amount of eq on the sm78? The re20 looks like an eyesore and I like the comfort of plosive protection. I do like the sound on the re20 slightly better though, and am wondering if touches on the sm7b closes the gap.
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
EQ can definitely help, I wouldn't say its an exact thing, but its definitely possible to EQ the SM& to sound more along the lines of the RE20 :) just be mindful of any hiss you may bring out with too much high end, then you may need a gate
@thedog5k 2 жыл бұрын
@@AudioHaze Thanks for the response. I was really on the line between the two, especially with your recommendation but between the black friday sale on the sm7b and another reason I pulled the trigger. That reason being, I heard the re20 can have issues with noise (due to electrical issues?). I heard the re20 was redesigned at some point and the newer versions since 2011 havent been as good (reliably).
@ihyily 2 жыл бұрын
If I have the RE20 mounted on a boom arm on the desk , while typing/gaming should i invest in a boom arm or is it fine without ?
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
You should for the most part be just fine, it may pick up a slight amount of rumble but nothing compared to a condenser :)
@outdatedgear5036 4 ай бұрын
I like the sound of the SM7B on the guitar cabinet. But if you mix it in with other instruments the low end may clash. Great comparison.
@Sarjan 2 жыл бұрын
Sm7b and re20 got my attention,but now Earthworks Icon Pro got all of my attention,do a review of it!
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
Would love to if I could get my hands on one!
@bilalrobin Жыл бұрын
if I had to mix your voice for a song I would prefer the sm7b, the re20 is more "in your face" and would take up too much space in the mix, for podacst it is true that it is more suitable
@robertferris5584 2 жыл бұрын
I like you! You're very even handed and HONEST. But when comparing these two mics, it's all about the singer. Some humans sound better with the added low-mid freqs, some benefit from the even response the RE-20 gives. I think if you had to own just four mics (OUCH!) you'd want a U-47, U67, or a Neumann 251 Elam (1), two Neumann KM184s, and... a Shure SM7a or b. Take that and run the comparisons. Much love.
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
That would definitely be a dream collection! Even if its only four mics lol, I would probably swap the sm7 for the re20 though. Also thanks for the kind words!
@ogmikegaming Жыл бұрын
Wtf you are talented asf with the guitar man 🔥🔥🔥
@JunkBondTrader 2 жыл бұрын
I like both, but my voice is much better for the RE20. I should mention, that personally, I don't find the plosives at all difficult to handle without any filters, I hardly ever get any ever. Mic etiquette plays a role for sure, but I don't think it very plosive-prone overall.
@garyshirinian 2 жыл бұрын
Thx for sharing your opinion
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
and thanks for watching!
@garyshirinian 2 жыл бұрын
@@AudioHaze I might end up buying the RE20.
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
@@garyshirinian a great choice!!
@lewiswilliams1893 9 ай бұрын
Been binging a lot of these RE20 comparison videos today and am starting to discern the differences. In the singing test I can totally hear it even on a cellphone speaker. The sm7b sounds like speaking even when someone is singing, if that makes sense. The darker tone just pulls it all down. The RE20 had a livelier shimmer. I can see how the sm7b could be great for voiceover. But RE20 seems better for singing.
@unabonger777 8 ай бұрын
most of the music production world does not agree with you, but I guess it depends on the voice involved.
@bita_smietana1517 2 жыл бұрын
I would love to have, and use both. The SM7B has that low-mid character that I really like, and it handles EQ really well. Sure you almost always boost high frequencies, but I prefer doing that, and being able to keep the lowend, and the smoothness in higher frequencies. The RE20 is very good when you want your or someone's voice to be crisp, open, and more detailed. For signing I prefer the RE-20 unless the vocals are really loud (edit i meant screaming) or the singer's voice is very bright. I love both, and I would use which one sounds best. Hope that makes sense, I'm really tired, and I accidentally closed YT on my phone, and had tto write my comment again. It ended up being very different.Good night
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
Yeah, getting the best of both worlds is definitely the ideal, I'm lucky to have that opportunity :) and sleep well!!
@Angelo-vb6dg 2 жыл бұрын
I'm also curious of how they compared in the context of having a bunch of recordings stacked, how would they compare in that regard? would the RE20 be too hyped for that specific situation?
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
Hmmm, I mean I usually EQ overlaid vocals slightly different anyways? So I'm not really sure, I could see the RE20 Frequency getting a bit over-blown with too many layers though. Nothing an EQ can't solve
@Angelo-vb6dg 2 жыл бұрын
@@AudioHaze Hopefully, but in the context of vocals being layered, plosives or silabance may be a deal breaker that eq may not solve completely. But that scenario is too specific, so why worry about it anyway.
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
@@Angelo-vb6dg Yeah, and I think in this scenario I'd just stick a pop filter in front of it, its broadcasting that plosives are kind of an issue with the RE20
@3-Rex Ай бұрын
I just bought a shure sm7dB, and watching your vids is really making me reconsider. I'm still very happy with my choice, but I can't get over how much "cleaner" the Re20 sounds. Why is audio shopping so variable 😢
@SmoothToast39 2 жыл бұрын
Hi I have a question. I am really confused about needing an headphone amp for a set of Beyerdynamic DT770 250 Ohm. Most say that audio interfaces like the SSL2+ for example won't be enough to power them, if thats the case could you recommend me some headphone amps? Also I have no idea if you are connecting from the headphone amp into an audio interface where do you connect it to I am guessing one of the inputs were you connect your instruments/mics or is my assumption wrong? Much love from Croatia and love the content man :)
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
Hi! Okay so to be fair I've never worked with headphones of that high an impedance, but I would expect less output, but for them to still be usable. I know my Scarlett can take up to 250 ohm but thats pushing it. The DT770s come in an 80 ohm though don't they? Is there an aversion to using this version?
@SmoothToast39 2 жыл бұрын
@@AudioHaze Yes they do come in an 80 Ohm version but I still don't quite understand the major difference between the 80 and 250 Ohm version is there a reason to buy one over the other?
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
@@SmoothToast39 The 250 ohm will (in theory) be more transparent and clear. That being said, if they can't get up to the same volume as the 80 ohm (and with lower end audio interfaces this may be an issue) this sort of ceases to be an advantage. More ohms = more power to run them. And many budget interfaces sort of top out around 250 ohms. So I would personally not take the risk and go with the headphones I know are well within the interfaces range (which would be the 80 ohms). Hope this helps!
@tom_k_d 2 жыл бұрын
DT770, 250 Ohms version, is not as demanding in terms of power as other 250 Ohms cans are - I can even drive it with my old focusrite Scarlet gen 1 - so no worries! They about equally loud as my 80 Ohms Sony MDR7506 at identical volume setting.
@R.L.Humpert 2 жыл бұрын
Hey bro quick question. My gear advisor suggest i go with the ND96 EV over the Shure 58. I primarily am wanting it to plug into my amp with my acoustic guitar and sing along. I’m not a gig guy yet I am pretty raw and new to this. It’s more of a hobby and learning process for me right now. My voice trying to Learn to sing. So with that in mind which mic would be best for my situation? I have a fishman loudbox mini acoustic amp. Thanks!!
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
Unfortunately I'm not too familiar with the ND96 so I don't think I'm in any position to help :(
@R.L.Humpert 2 жыл бұрын
@@AudioHaze no worries I is understood the video. I thought you were a mic guy in general. Everyone says Shure is so great but my gear guy insists I go with a EV. They are more expensive. Thanks!
@olivermonlo8897 Жыл бұрын
First time I’ve never skipped an in video ad
@Jerboa7ice 2 жыл бұрын
I in confusion. Probably, month I look narrowly at shure sm7b (Knowing that it needs big gain) at the same time as I understand for high pitched voices it not really option when the voice does not speak in a deep voice practically as. But at the same time for Russia to get Shure many times is simpler and cheaper, than re20 and as I understand shure is less exacting to the room or that I confuse that...
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
I think it’s less that the SM7B doesn’t do well with high voices, and more like it just makes every voice a bit darker. So if you want a darker mic make your voice sound less bright, it’s a good option! Additionally, you could always go for a 58/57 and do some EQ’ing. Then later down the line if you decide it’s right for you, make the jump to the SM7:)
@alirezadanaei7147 2 жыл бұрын
Hi, I use an RE-20. I use it for podcasting. I have problem with my laptop's fan noise. I am not using any windscreen, pop filter, or Kayotica eyeballs. What is your suggestion for tackling that? Thanks.
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
Whats the proximity to the fan? My laptop often makes fan noise too, especially when screen recording and doing voiceover at the same time. Beyond just position and distance from the fan noise, you can always put a gate on the audio chain to turn off any excess noise when not speaking. Does your audio need to be on camera? If not, something like a foam barrier between the fan and the fan may also do the trick.
@alirezadanaei7147 2 жыл бұрын
@@AudioHaze Thank you for your response. My laptop and my phone are only a feet or two apart. Some people recommended me to use a Kayotica. I am not sure if that works with ElectroVoice's bulky shock mount. And also I have a feeling that they change the sound quality as well. I only do audio, no video is involved.
@ProdByClockwerk 2 жыл бұрын
The one thing I've found with the SM7B is that no matter who I hear use it, be it professionals like Joe Rogan, streamers, KZfaqrs etc... It's never fatiguing. It's the like the old Pepsi Challenge where on one sip, Pepsi usually wins but after a whole can, Coke usually wins. Some mics like RE 20 might win (aka sound better) at first but for something longer like voice over, podcasting, ad reads etc... the Shure is always as much a pleasure to listen to after the last word as it was on the first word where as the rich, warm, low end sound of the RE 20 can get a little much after a while in my opinion.
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
I can definitely see that, its darker tone and lack of sibilance does make for a tone that can outlast many mics.
@M_freedomOfSpeech 28 күн бұрын
To create clear and deeply masculine voices for a Movie TRAILER, which one do you recommend? I'm a Filmmaker! ...thank you!
@Nathansomething 2 жыл бұрын
I like both But I seem to prefer the re 20 But I can’t rent them out to see what one I prefer (Evan to see if there is a like able difference to the nt1 )
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
You could perhaps try some cheaper alternatives! The RE320 is very similar and much cheaper
@Nathansomething 2 жыл бұрын
@@AudioHaze u can't get that mic in my county can't get any thing in new Zealand (not Evan on amazon) but the tlm could be cool (the sm7b is 900$, the tlm 103 is 1200$ and the re 20 is 1500$) but getting a mixer would be cool. and much better probably.
@EdBrooksCarGuy 2 жыл бұрын
My endgame mic is the Electro Voice RE320 -- saves a little money and sounds awesome
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
True! And great choice :)
@DiamondWoodStudios Жыл бұрын
I bought the RE20, very easy to mix low-mid male vocals!!!
@hailest0rmg492 2 жыл бұрын
To be honest, I liked the way the re20 sounds, it grabbed my attention more. It was also more consistent from the beginning of the vid all the way to the end. Plus I'm really into the way it looks, the sm7b looks kinda meh to me. That said, I was about to pull the trigger on the sm7b the other day. The reason I chose the sm7b was: 1. The first thing to break on these (if ever) are the windshield/pop filters. With that into consideration, I figured it'd be easier to replace the one on the sm7b since it's an external filter unlike the internal one on the re20. 2. The re20 looks goofy on a boom arm without the shockmount. Seems kinda "in your face". Plus i wish they'd make a black one with grey grills. Anyway, I'm still on the fence on whether I should get either or just stick to my podmic since I only just use them for discord or zoom calls. This mic hobby is kinda like a rabbit hole 😂 P.s. what's the title of that song your friend sang? It's really catchy!
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
hahaha nice to see someone else who appreciates the RE20's looks, I feel like its not every day that someone enjoys the look. And I'm not sure of the song name! I know its not out yet, here's his insta: instagram.com/sethclaytonmusic/
@HaileSt0rm 2 жыл бұрын
@@AudioHaze awesome, thank you for the link! 👍🏼
@wslawe078 2 жыл бұрын
As in voice what microphone do you suggest for me? Xlr not usb
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
Do you have a sample of your voice somewhere? I'll check it out
@wslawe078 2 жыл бұрын
@@AudioHaze yes it's in my channel but it's in Arabic (: i used the nt1a and its not that good to my voice
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
@@wslawe078 okay I think I found a clip, I feel like can tell it’s the NT1a haha, it’s very bright. But I really don’t think it sounds bad! And a beautiful voice!! If you want something brighter I’d try the ALG c214 or Lewitt LCT440, darker the at2045 or 4040 are great
@Adam4 2 жыл бұрын
11:33 there's a good video by Julian Krause explaining that the signal to noise ratio gets larger when the gain is higher, i.e. you get less noise as you add more gain. Because of this it makes the more sense to max out your gain on the interface, and raise it less in post. Apparently this is a very common misconception, and yet another reason not to buy a Cloudlifter. Great comparison, thanks for this video.
@JunkBondTrader 2 жыл бұрын
With my motu m4 maxed, the RE20 sits at about a perfect level for most applications where you're close to the mic, but I found it too quiet any time I needed to record something from a bit of a distance or for my acoustic (I play sorta soft). So it's sometimes necessary, at least on my m4 interface. Instead of a cloud lifter, if you ever ARE in the market for an inline booster, people should consider the DM1 by sE, very transparent, and adds even more boost than the cloudlifter, and is much cheaper. I think there is even a DM2 out now. But yes I agree, use as little software possible to increase volume.
@Adam4 2 жыл бұрын
@@JunkBondTrader Yep this is exactly when you need something like this! If the problem is too much noise in your recordings, no booster will help you - only getting closer or improving your environment will (or doing weird noise removal in post of course)
@tempooooo 2 жыл бұрын
honey wake up new audiohaze video
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
hahahaha amazing
@nerdyneedsalife8315 2 жыл бұрын
That Distrokid sale was so good with the Applebee hate that I almost considered getting it. Then I realized I don't produce music.
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
Hahaha I will forever throw Applebees under the bus to support independent musicians
@larperdixon723 2 жыл бұрын
For podcasting, do you think I would need a shockmount with the re20?
@larperdixon723 2 жыл бұрын
Using it with the rode psa1 if that matters.
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
Nah I don't think so, I think a pop filter is likely much more important
@J0elPeters 2 жыл бұрын
Alright so here's my dilemma, I have an SM58 and AT2035, I do voiceover for KZfaq and have recieved voice over coaching. I have a radio background and use a Steinberg UR22MkII. Previously it would've been a no-brainer to grab an SM7B when I was streaming since I love the sound of them. BUT I really didn't like the cab sound from the RE20. My dilemma: I can get either mic from Amazon for equal payments over the next 5-12 months as a birthday present to myself. The Shure ends up being 42.42 CAD plus tax which is $104 the first month and 42.42 for the remaining 11 months. Or basically 100ish for the RE20 over 5 months. I'm currently working with post production, so I'll take what you said about lower gain for the 7B. The SM58 just doesn't give me the sound that I'm looking for and my poor Rode PSA1 doesn't have enough weight to stay down with that mic. I've tried tightening the screws but as it was open box, it could've been shot. What do you advise? I could easily hear the difference with my DT770 Pro 250's, so I know there's a sound difference even when untreated.
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
I guess I'm a little confused, you can either get the SM7B in payments or what was the other option?
@J0elPeters 2 жыл бұрын
@@AudioHaze Sorry about that. They were both in monthly payments, just that the SM7B is cheaper but longer and the RE20 is more but a shorter length of time. I decided to go with Amazon and get the 7B, it arrives tomorrow. I'll see how it performs on my interface. Thanks again for the video.
@powersliding 2 жыл бұрын
touching your skin is my medicine, wow.. excellent review, very thorough on tighly contested dynamic mic.anyway, id love to see you review a neat king bee especially before the second gen comes out
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
Definitely! Hopefully I can get my hands on one of those soon :)
@sethclaytonmusic 2 жыл бұрын
Hey, glad you like the lyrics!
@NahM8 27 күн бұрын
I’m likely way off base but it seems like people like the shure for the same reason people like headphones that boost up the bass. To my untrained ears, the Shure seems to muffle higher pitched voices while upping the bass, which is what a lot of guys seem to want in their voice. The RE20 appears to capture more detail and compliments many voice types imo
@RedState420Esq 2 жыл бұрын
I love your videos! Apologies if my comment on your previous video came across as negative, mean, or disrespectful. Totally unintentional. (I might have been impaired when drafting it).
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
Hey no problem Robert! I know you're a fine of the channel I see you in the comments all the time :) I'm actually not even sure what comment you're referring to, I don't see it in the comments?
@RedState420Esq 2 жыл бұрын
@@AudioHaze I deleted it because I was worried it might have come off the wrong way. Tone is tough via text.
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
@@RedState420Esq ah okay, well no worries man I know you’re a good dude 👍🏻
@arendbouwmeester3924 2 жыл бұрын
Well I’m a great fan of the whole range of RE-types of Electro Voice. The Re10,11,14,15,16 etcetera have the same sonic character, because of their design. They were all used intensively in de late 69’s and seventy’s for tv-broadcasting. Watch all those live-performances on television: sam&dave, aretha franklin, dolly parton, sly&famy stone, grateful death, bowie, ray charles, elvis , the band. etcetera. They were so build like a tank. There is one design which is even better but very vulnerable: the microphones with 2 capsules like the akg. D222,d224(the best) and telefunken and other brands. I never understood the hype around the sm7b which is basically a capsule of a sm57 in another housing.. that’s why people like it on guitar cabs ‘cause they recognize this 57-sound. I prefer the EV Re15’s which are basically a small diagram re20, super cardoid instead of cardoid. Much more a honest sound of what really comes out of the speaker like a condenser but capably of handeling much higher sound levels. One more thing about the difference of sm7b and re20: when you move away from a re20. Or come closer, there’s no difference in sound, it’s more or less the same. The sm7b you have to keep the same distance all the time because of the proximity-effect.
@VTuberDestrisOfficial Жыл бұрын
Great comparison to my ears though I still prefer the SM7B, in every comparison I've heard the high mid/high end of the RE20 sounds cheap and like talking into a tin can I just don't like the sound of it at all.
@leo_hoang 2 ай бұрын
Have you ever reviewed or used the RE27N/D?
@busyboxst7 2 жыл бұрын
If everything compared to SM7 = "nasal", another summary statement would be that an SM7 is somewhat "scooped". Similarly, how it handles low end can be more problematic for the podcaster (or singer or whatever) who doesn't stay perfectly still but gets closer/further, OR whose quantity of bass changes a lot depending on what notes are being sung (my voice it simply doesn't work, lower notes sound beefy and higher ones are much thinner). RE20 is not as "pre-EQd" per se but is a much more neutral/forgiving sound, so if you know how to use EQ well, you can make it "scooped" if you want, but in whatever way suites the source. I own an SM7 and have used RE20s a lot. Personally, I'd say sm7s work well on a couple sources but please don't (as so many people do) track an entire album on an SM7 - there will be a nasty buildup in the mids/ highs at very particular frequencies because it's rather lumpy up there (look at the chart, then look at the RE20 chart and you'll see why an RE20 or other more "neutral" mic, like U67, U87, Coles 4038, etc "stacks" much better in a mix).
@johnheiser2604 2 жыл бұрын
Greatings from Australia. Gotta love the internet bringing the world in touch. So how does the Sennheiser MD421 compare to the SM7B and RE20?
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
Ooooh good question, never got the chance to try. Love them on toms though. And hello! Greetings from Brooklyn!
@janbogosyan909 2 жыл бұрын
Cool video !
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@IntheDAW Жыл бұрын
I find the RE20 sounded horrible on the guitar but it really does sound great on vocals. I own both and use the 7b for many vocals and other sources but the re20 gets used often.
@FlowerBoyH 2 күн бұрын
What if I wanna record singing ?
@jf542 2 жыл бұрын
do you get any annoying emi hum with the re20?
@AudioHaze 2 жыл бұрын
I do but thats much more a product of the terrible electronics in my building from the 1800's haha
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