TIER LIST OF ALL THE MICS I HAVE REVIEWED!
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Күн бұрынLinks to buy the mics I have featured here -
Rode NT1 Signature Series - brandstore.rode.com/products/...
Rode Podmic USB - brandstore.rode.com/products/...
Rode Podmic - brandstore.rode.com/products/...
Rode NT2a - amzn.to/3TEauXL
Rode NTG3 - amzn.to/3IETeeL
Sennheiser MKH416 - amzn.to/3VmNOfX
Shure SM58 - amzn.to/3PsdUuu
Shure SM7B - amzn.to/4ag3ANZ
Shure SM7dB - amzn.to/3PlafP6
Shure SM48 - amzn.to/3vhiDs4
Shure Beta58a - amzn.to/49Vze3I
Lauten Audio LS208 - amzn.to/43te4aD
Lauten Audio LA220 - amzn.to/3TlriS7
Electrovoice RE320 - amzn.to/3TiIMyB
Electrovoice RE20 - amzn.to/3TkeNGC
Electrovoice RE27 - amzn.to/4adWsSg
Blue Spark SL - amzn.to/3PqNadB
Blue Sona - amzn.to/3IEcyZN
Neumann BCM104 - amzn.to/48T60kJ
Neumann BCM705 - amzn.to/48XiEPI
Neumann TLM 102 - amzn.to/4ckOXL9
Neumann TLM 103 - amzn.to/3IHNQaS
Neumann U87ai - amzn.to/4cn5u15
Neumann U89 - N/A
Austrian Audio OC16 - amzn.to/3x0yMCI
Austrian Audio OC18 - amzn.to/3IIinWa
Austrian Audio OC818 - amzn.to/3IGrmXG
AKG P120 - amzn.to/3PqNmJR
AKG P220 - amzn.to/3Pm3Xi0
AKG P420 - amzn.to/3Pry0Vv
AKG P820 - amzn.to/3TE9lQ7
AKG C414XLS - amzn.to/3TEF3g8
AKG D5 - amzn.to/43k7IKu
AKG P170 - amzn.to/490aOVs
sE Dynacaster - amzn.to/3wXUJlX
sE Dynacaster DCM3 - amzn.to/49YdIeA
sE Dynacaster DCM6 - amzn.to/3VmOwtH
sE V7 - amzn.to/43lfiVf
sE V2 - amzn.to/3VhVb8F
sE2200 - amzn.to/3Tk3oXa
sE X 1s - amzn.to/4a8yw2U
Lewitt LCT440 - amzn.to/48SATpi
Aston Origin - amzn.to/3vmejYj
Aston Stealth - amzn.to/3TjSXmn
AudioTechnica AT4040 - amzn.to/4cjlMrS
Audiotechnica AT2040 - amzn.to/3IFAVpP
Neat Mics King Bee 2 - amzn.to/4ahkmMJ
Neat Mics Worker Bee - N/A
TZ Audio Products Stellar X2 - amzn.to/3PqdbcW
Heil Pr40 - amzn.to/43k89EC
Behringer XM8500 - amzn.to/3vhjN6U
Behringer 1800s - amzn.to/3ToHDWj
Timestamps -
00:00 Intro
01:23 AKG P820
02:24 sE Dynacaster
03:05 AKG P120
04:05 AKG P420
04:35 AKG P220
05:14 AKG P170
05:58 AKG D5
06:30 T-Bone SC400
07:23 A.R.T AR5
08:06 Aston Origin
08:52 Aston Stealth
09:38 AudioTechnica AT4040
10:50 Neumann BCM104
11:37 Neumann BCM705
12:35 Shure Beta58a
13:53 Blue Sona
14:52 AKG C414XLS
16:15 Samson CO2
16:57 Scarlett DM14V
17:23 IsoMic
18:50 Fifine K688
19:54 Neat Mics King Bee 2
20:57 Lauten Audio La220
22:00 Lewitt LCT440
23:03 Lauten Audio LS308
24:05 Maono Au04
25:32 Maono PD200x
26:50 RODE NTG3
27:35 Sennheiser MKH416
28:15 MXL770
28:46 AudioTechnica AT2040
27:48 Rode NT2A
30:45 Synco Mic D2
31:54 Austrian Audio OC16
32:35 Austrian Audio OC18
33:14 Austrian Audio OC818
34:11 Rode Podmic
34:50 Rode Podmic USB
35:38 Pyle PDMIC58
35:58 Samson Q9u/Q9x
37:03 Electrovoice RE20
37:47 ElectroVoice RE27
38:20 ElectroVoice RE320
39:04 Samson Q2u
39:40 sE Dynacaster DCM3/DCM6
40:40 sE V7
41:23 sE2200
42:06 sE V2
42:38 sEx1S
43:40 Shure MV7
44:54 Shure SM48
45:20 Shure SM7B
45:57 Tech Zone Audio Products Stellar X2
46:50 Tascam TM70
47:31 Apex 435B
48:28 Neumann TLM 102
49:02 Neumann TLM 103
49:35 Heil PR40
50:03 Neumann u87ai
50:27 Neumann u89
51:40 Elgato Wave DX
52:35 Neat Mics Worker Bee
52:58 Behringer XM8500
53:55 Yellowtec iXM Podcaster
54:54 Blue Spark SL
55:30 Behringer 1800s
55:48 Shure SM7dB
56:40 Rode NT1/NT1 5th gen
58:10 Shure SM58
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My Gear -
Mics - Sennheiser MKH416 - amzn.to/40D8IIr
Mixer - Arturia Audiofuse Studio - amzn.to/3swdBq0
Boom Arm - amzn.to/3FY56XP
Camera - Canon T7i - amzn.to/49w6xu8
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@Sean-vn7bt 3 ай бұрын
My mans put all the links to the microphone, the proper time stamps, and even segmented the video with descriptions too. GOAT.
@DarkCornerStudios 3 ай бұрын
I'm here for you
@Sean-vn7bt 3 ай бұрын
@@DarkCornerStudios I found that there is no chapter for Rode NT2A but you linked the timestamp in the description so thank you. The Rode NT2A is put in together with the 2040 chapter.
@travisshaw3866 3 ай бұрын
This was fun to watch from beginning to end. I was surprised and happy to see your positive response to the LS-208. It's the one mic I own! So far, I've been very pleased with the purchase.
@ObscureMics 3 ай бұрын
I am with you 100% on the LS208 - it is THEE mic for me
@rashidadams8327 3 ай бұрын
Glad you also love the u89. I have had one for a few years, and I just bought a mid-80s vintage one a few days ago! I don’t have a u87, but I love the u89 so much! Blessed to see it’s also appreciated by others! ♥️🙌🏽
@ifgjogamuito 3 ай бұрын
I'm addicted researching a new mic for me, and mannn, I discovered your channel at the right moment!
@DarkCornerStudios 3 ай бұрын
Feeeeeeed the addiction!! Lol
@kneepayne 3 ай бұрын
Thanks for the time and effort put in here. I admit, I have a pair of C02 for field recording on the F3 and haven’t had a bad experience but mileage varies. I do see others on Reddit had similar opinions to yours but I got a great deal a set that was never used and took a chance. For what I spent, I am content for field recording nature sounds. Seeing the NT1 (which I have in front of me right now) at the top of the list made up for it ;) Was hoping to see where any cad equitek Mics would have landed on this list. Those mics seem to be a hit or miss with many. I like mine but I also like being the odd ball too
@tomwatson283 3 ай бұрын
Excellent. Nothing's wrong or in the wrong order. Personal choice. Most of us have no, or very limited choice in mics. SM58-Tops. Can't argue with that. I have several (all sound a little bit different from one another). but good all rounders. For, what these days, is very little outlay. Gotta be a good investment for anyone, especially newcomers.
@DustinLangel 2 ай бұрын
Is there a place we can download your chart or see the list with the rankings? Loved the video and want to go back and watch some of the reviews for the top tier microphones.
@orvet 3 ай бұрын
I loved this video! I didn’t agree with some of it, but that’s half the fun 😊 As I’ve said before: It’s refreshing to hear that some stuff actually is rubbish. (Not the Samson Q9U, I love that one! 😄) Looking forward to future tier videos! ❤
@storybabble 2 ай бұрын
Thanks. It was fun. No complaints here.
@doubledeckers 3 ай бұрын
So much useful info in this.
@hsjawanda 2 ай бұрын
Great effort putting this all together 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼. I noticed no Sennheiser mic on this list. Am really interested in the Sennheiser E835 (seems to have excellent off-axis rejection) and the Sennheiser Mk4 for different reasons.
@CriticalKunic 3 ай бұрын
I think the mic you couldn't figure out from the picture was the SM57. The image looks to be from where you can unscrew the capsule from the lower body.
@DarkCornerStudios 3 ай бұрын
Dammit I think you are right. FWIW it is god tiered along side the 57.....
@AskJoe 3 ай бұрын
I strongly agree with your ranking, especially putting the SM58 at the top of the God list. I've got dozens of mics, including some of the more expensive ones (MKH 416, TLM103, etc.) and the bottom line is they're overkill for what most people need. I talked to somebody recently who said he wanted to start a podcast but can't afford a high end mic. I told him to just get an SM58 and focus on putting together an interesting show.
@ShaunBaker21 3 ай бұрын
I wish the Tula mic was on this list. It’s so good. Would have loved to hear your thoughts.
@tricogustrico 3 ай бұрын
Forgot to say my most used mics are my Hello Kitty microphone, Rode NT1 and Sennheiser MD405S.
@PlainF0cked 3 ай бұрын
Hope you feel better Aidan, and I appreciate your making this tier list happen! Price to performance is such an important factor
@kneepayne 3 ай бұрын
I picked up two Maona PD200X mics for the kids. I think for kids that want a gaming mic, it's a great deal.
@theway-backmusicmachinepod9953 3 ай бұрын
The RE20 is definitely God-tier. I use mine daily...well worth the expense.
@rahulgkhs 10 күн бұрын
I was looking for Maono PD400X, not up there. In India PD400x is priced at Rs. 10,000/- and PD200x at Rs. 4,000/-, do you think PD400X worth the price difference? (I don't need RGB). Thanks. Where would you put PD400x in the above list?
@TheEuroLegionsPodcast 3 ай бұрын
Great video. Great list.
@MarcellJjr 3 ай бұрын
I just got the Lewitt 640 ts today :)
@nandovocalcoach 3 ай бұрын
I'm very ignorant at this topic... I'm looking for a dynamic mic for vocals because my place is not acoustically treated and it can be noisy... The Rode Procaster got my attention, but I want it especially for livestreaming singing+guitar as a soloist, and most people seem to pick the Shure SM7b for that (or the SM58). Should I do the same or is there a better choice out there? Thank you for your content! Great video!
@AndrewCCM 3 ай бұрын
I'd recommend the RE20 personally.
@airwolf1337 2 ай бұрын
Thank you for the detailed overview. Its just like the summary of all those mic tests, you have done in the past. Sometimes, i dont agree with you, but i can understand your point because you explain why. From all the mics in you tier list, i have 1 God Tier, 2 Best and 1 Meh. The Samson GoMic is really good. You should try it, if you get hold of one. I use it on a Rode PSA-1 sometimes. It looks awkward, but it sounds so good, and if it is an audio call, no one cares ;).
@Operatord27 Ай бұрын
rode procaster not include?
@stirado 3 ай бұрын
I thought you had the sennheiser e835 and the shure sm57. I was expecting to see those in the tier list. Also, will you ever review the sennheiser mk4?
@DarkCornerStudios 3 ай бұрын
Bah...missed the e835. I knew that was gonna happen. As for the sm57...it was the mystery mic at the end I believe... As for the mk4...yeah...it's on my list
@darcy4143 Ай бұрын
I LMAO when you put the SM58 above all in god tier as I was unsure as to where in god tier you was going to put it. I have a bunch of these, these are workaholic mics sound amazing in the studio amazing in live performance brilliant for certain aspects of foley work along with the sm57 and like you said great for Podcasting I'm Shure that Shure, see what I did there? will be pleased with your review. great mic review keep them coming.
@barryburns911 3 ай бұрын
Hey, Dylan! Thanks for this. So many mics. So little money(-: Have you ever used a Rode NT2000? I got one used and can't find much about it on u tube.
@DarkCornerStudios 3 ай бұрын
No I have not! It's been on my list for some time. One of these days I will get it
@ArtemioSilva 11 күн бұрын
podmic usb or dcm8?
@MichaelCoan-sx5mo 3 ай бұрын
Did you give wrong number for the LS208? It’s great. Great review. Thanks
@DarkCornerStudios 3 ай бұрын
Yeah...I was pretty cloudy with the flu. Got a few wrong. Lol
@MichaelCoan-sx5mo 3 ай бұрын
@@DarkCornerStudios LS 308 also is interesting. Super cariod ish. Thanks for your channel
@travisshaw3866 3 ай бұрын
Since you revealed the mystery mic at the end was the SM57, I'm curious where you would have placed it? Also on the God tier with the SM58? I'm curious because I'm looking into adding an affordable instrument mic for acoustic guitar!
@DarkCornerStudios 3 ай бұрын
Oh the 57 is right up there with the 58. And yes...it is a fantastic mic for any instrument...including acoustic
@seanwebb605 3 ай бұрын
God tier? Messiah mic.
@coacharielandersson 20 сағат бұрын
Thank you for all the detail! This really helps me to make a new decision after finally landing on the Rode Nt1 signature series.. that sadly was shockingly bad quality build( xlr pins and bottom of mic pulled and wobbled after 1st recording:(.. Back to drawing board. So, thanks to you I feel real choices: Was looking at NT1a and now very tempted, after your video, to head toward NT2a.. especially after you mentioned the Lewitt 440 being brighter and the NT2a possibly less post work as I’m reorienting Voice work:)).. sign me up:)). THANK you:)
@jasonbrenner7184 2 ай бұрын
Had C414 and Rode NT1A at the same time. AKG was a little dark but still mopped up the Rode.
@steveschnetzler5471 3 ай бұрын
Great job, and so much work. Good luck with the comments.
@DarkCornerStudios 3 ай бұрын
Bahahahahaha...not so bad so far... Most people are just whining about chapters...sigh
@davidmacaart953 3 ай бұрын
ive been using the Earthworks SR314 on just about everything recently... definitely a god mic!
@annekedebruyn7797 3 ай бұрын
I love how the Heil PR40 could either be a meh or best based on if it works on your voice or not. It really works for me but man is it just plain bad for others.
@nickglover 3 ай бұрын
Not too many quibbles with your list from me, though I could never get the RE320 to sound good on my voice. Was a real bummer, I wanted to love it but I ended up selling it. Love the Worker Bee, price to performance (and value with that shock mount) puts it in god tier for me.
@milesian1 3 ай бұрын
I totally concur, except the RE320 works for my voice. And coincidentally, I usually record my podcast with myself on the RE320, but always have my guests on the Worker Bee II. They rarely know anything about speaking in front of a mic, and yet they always sound great with it.
@felixbigly 3 ай бұрын
@earthworks needs to send you some gear. Would love to see where the Icon Pro and/or Ethos stack up on your list
@DarkCornerStudios 3 ай бұрын
I agree...got a hard no from them though.... Perhaps its my style? Dunno
@theoutsiderjess4869 3 ай бұрын
I call those mics the condenser sm7b and re20
@annekedebruyn7797 3 ай бұрын
@@DarkCornerStudios I think that they don't want to spend anymore marketing budget on it. They send it out to a few creators and streamers when it released and after that, they just let the market do its thing. Shame because these mics are really cool and unique.
@seanwebb605 3 ай бұрын
So it is a clip show? Or is it a reunion show?
@libertyDude1775 3 ай бұрын
The last mic on your list, I think, is the Shure sm57. As for the Lauten LS208, while it may be a great microphone, I find it interesting that everyone I see using & raving about it, had it sent to them. Others, whom I know purchased with their own money, while still claim it is a good mic, count the cost as a major downside. So much so, it doesn't get a buy recommendation. All that said. I still LOVE you did your list. Everything you said was valid. It is your perspective. Which is exactly why these types of videos are so valuable. While not everyone's opinions are the same. It is invaluable to have open discussions, allowing individuals to see how products line up with their needs & use cases.
@DarkCornerStudios 3 ай бұрын
Dude...thank you so much for the Super! Yeah...the cost is no joke...but from a musicians perspective, it is a fantastic mic that handles like an sm7b with the same Lauten Audio sculpting as their other mics that makes it particularly versatile. In all honesty...I would buy another...however I do see the egregious price as a downfall... Perhaps I should have dropped it a bit...hmmmmmm
@stirado 3 ай бұрын
I curious @libertyDude1775: what do your own ears tell you about the Lauten LS208? Does it sound better than a Electrovoice RE20? If it does... how much more would you pay for the better sound quality and sound rejection? If I were to buy a forever mic today, I would battle it out between a Sennheiser MKH50; a Lewitt 640 TS; an AA OC818; or a Lauten Audio LS208.
@libertyDude1775 3 ай бұрын
@@DarkCornerStudioswhere you placed the LS208, because it is your list, is exactly where it should be. Anyone that disagrees, can make their own list. One's personal experiences, use cases and tonal desires, develop their own informed preferences. Your list was your perspective. Not a list based on what you thought your viewer's would think. While that might be a hilarious video to watch. I doubt it would be as accurate as just giving your own opinions. LoL. Keep doing what you're doing.
@libertyDude1775 3 ай бұрын
@@stiradofirst know I claim zero expertise. To date, all I use microphone's for is for spoken word applications only. The preponderance of my use cases need numerous microphones at one time. I rarely do solo talent productions. When I start adding up microphone cost, times four user's, additional cost consideration is exponential. One of my hobbies is collecting microphones. I don't have a, "one," forever mic perspective. But I don't have a LS208 in my collection yet. I personally don't comment on the sound quality of a microphone I haven't personally experienced. When I sit down to record on a mic, I feel most at home in front of my RE20. Yet it isn't always the right choice for every application I do. Nor on every voice I try to record. Trust me, I won't be upset if a 208 enters my collection. And I definitely would put it right to work.
@libertyDude1775 3 ай бұрын
I would add, for those that are not starting a collection, don't waste your money on microphone's you don't think will serve your long term needs. Buy what you NEED for the moment, then save for THE microphone that will meet your audio wedding dress dream.
@justyuriforever 3 ай бұрын
Honestly, I would rate King Bee II a little higher, cause I had it some time ago and compared it amongst other ones with the RE20, and the sound was surprisingly pretty close :O
@jeffrey3205 3 ай бұрын
I want a microphone to record the ambient sounds of audience inside and outside for events, what would you suggest?
@DarkCornerStudios 3 ай бұрын
Depends on how loud it gets...but a couple lauten la120 with the omni capsules would sound great. A cheaper option might be the h4n pro
@azzydog 3 ай бұрын
thanks for the great video! I'm a big sm57 fan. where would you have placed that one if it were on your list? and btw your name is Dylan ok but who's that Dylan you often talk about? I'm gonna leave a sub now. great work
@DarkCornerStudios 3 ай бұрын
It was actually a joke...I am Aiden...and Dylan is my friend who works with me on this channel. As for the sm57...it is basically right beside the sm58! Cheers!
@azzydog 3 ай бұрын
@@DarkCornerStudios ah wow I see 😂 I think I'll get it once I'm familiar with your channel 😜 thanks for your response! ❤️
@DarkCornerStudios 3 ай бұрын
@@azzydog lol...all good. There were a few people thrown off by that
@theoutsiderjess4869 3 ай бұрын
I have a zealsound microphone, a shure sm48, a behringer xm8500, Rode podmic(still need to send it back) tonor td510, and the podmic usb. Cant forget about my biggest mistake the blue yeti I live in New york it picks up everything in the city but it hives my voice a jazzy undertone which i didnt like
@ILikeIT-UK 3 ай бұрын
Which is better? The Rode NTG3 or NT2A for conf calls/voice work?
@DarkCornerStudios 3 ай бұрын
I will address the voice work...and honestly the ntg3 is wonderful for it. Needs a bit of eq...but nice and warm. As for voice calls...it would work well since it would be off camera if needed
@amitkumar-wj8gn 3 ай бұрын
Not a critic, just a suggestion: a timestamp would be lovely. I wish I could skip directly to the beheringer xm8500 (even though I know you do not like it for the price it comes).
@DarkCornerStudios 3 ай бұрын
Yeah...I may put some in when I get a bit of time to micromanage it
@tkidd250 3 ай бұрын
Agreed thanks for breaking this down I got the Podtrack P4 based on your expertise
@imothy 2 ай бұрын
I love SM58's, I also love SM57's. But what I really like are Weymic clones. I've snuck these into plenty of sessions and nobody noticed.
@BayanChacra 2 ай бұрын
when you started the list I was like Oh God !!! this is gonna be terrible ... your list is actually amazing, and I can't agree more with your decisions ... the only one I am so curious to try now is the LS 208. Great Video by the way, with all the links and time stamps ... perfect
@DarkCornerStudios 2 ай бұрын
Cheers! Glad you liked it. I was nervous doing g this...lol
@ramoncalvopelado7570 2 ай бұрын
Hello friend, thank you very much for your videos, I am looking for a microphone to rap/trap in my room, and I am between the akgp120 and the rode nt1a, the truth is that in my house there is usually noise and I would like to buy the one that picks up less noise , but at the same time my voice is hoarse and deep, what should I do? The akgp120 would cost me 105 euros + a universal spider with a plastic anti-pop 129 euros while the rode nt1a would cost me 179 euros but it comes with its own spider and its own anti-pop, please I need help, I also thought about buying the akgp220 but they told me in Thotman that the rode nt1a is better for a home studio What do you think? At the moment I don't have acoustic walls, I have a Focusrite SOLO 3rd generation sound card. New sub on your channel and forgive my English, I'm Spanish. It would be a great favor for me if you responded as soon as possible because I am going to buy it now, greetings
@ObscureMics 3 ай бұрын
Why do you have to make me want to do this. AN HOUR? Seriously Aiden.....
@DarkCornerStudios 3 ай бұрын
That's why there are timestamps!! I spent over 2 hours doing them just for you!
@ObscureMics 3 ай бұрын
@@DarkCornerStudios Nope....watching the whole thing.
@DarkCornerStudios 3 ай бұрын
@@ObscureMics I admire your persistence
@KevPezJALP 3 ай бұрын
Man, I love the Aston Stealth. I have three of them
@djkamilo66 2 ай бұрын
my only issue with this list was the AKG D5, i'm not a studio guy i'm a live audio guy and to me the D5 is the best mic i own i have 3 of them, i dont use it much because people ask for sm58/sm57s more and i have a lot of those, and i like them of course but the D5 gives me the best fidelity, so much detail, my go to percussion, wind and backing vocals mic.
@billweaver2549 2 ай бұрын
Pretty sure you're raving about the LS 208 (and that's what's in the flush test vid) but you introduce it as the 308 and that's what the graphic says. The 308's a side-address mic though.
@itscarlosreally 3 ай бұрын
YEAH! TIER LIST! They're oddly therapeutic for me.
@streetracingmiscreant8589 Ай бұрын
You prefer the RE-20 to the 104?
@streetracingmiscreant8589 Ай бұрын
If I were to buy one of the two for country vocals? Unless you have a difficult suggestion????
@fostervf16 6 күн бұрын
I'm a firm believer the the beta 58 for not much more money than a standard 58 is far superior. As an audio engineer I do understand the legend of the 58. But never do I get asked for it over the beta. I recently did sound for the guys from Sister Hazel. Ken actually wanted to buy my beta at the end of the night. He said he needed one for some reason. He has some already and probably sponsored too. I have a case with four each of the beta and regular 58. Also two 57s, a 57 beta and another 58 with a switch. 12 mics in the case and 12 slots. I told Ken I couldn't have an empty spot. Lol. But you need to seriously try my God tier mic. The earthworks sr20. For the price, variety of use, and sound nothing comes close. And I even told Ken that. Lol. It even beats my Neumann kms105 for live vocals.
@DONOR-jh9sy 3 ай бұрын
The OC 818 OC 18 and OC 16 will dominate mics going forward I feel
@billweaver2549 2 ай бұрын
Pretty sure Billie's early mic (Ocean Eyes) was the AT 2020, not the AT 4040
@BlueScreen64 3 ай бұрын
No Rode XDM 100 ranked? That's what I'm using now. I actually like the sound of the Sona for what it is and the fact that it can EQ nicely but my dream mic will always be the RE20.
@DarkCornerStudios 3 ай бұрын
These are only xlr mics
@nobodyhome3753 3 ай бұрын
OC818 for the money is insane value. I would put it up against mics that cost 8-10 times what it costs.
@davidsillars3181 3 ай бұрын
This is the KZfaq equivalent of a coffee table book. 😂Actually it would make a lovely coffee table book, i can see it, beautiful photography of microphones and your remarks in facsimile type writer font on the facing page. Legacy publishing. ❤
@DarkCornerStudios 3 ай бұрын
Ohhhh...I just need a publisher!!
@Tewahedo 3 ай бұрын
I would like to know your opinion about the MKH 50
@DarkCornerStudios 3 ай бұрын
Have yet to use it...but its on my list
@Tewahedo 3 ай бұрын
@@DarkCornerStudios can't wait to see your review on it!
@-adelalqatmeh3141 3 ай бұрын
It seems that you forgot NT1 5th generation ...Which cell will he be in?
@DarkCornerStudios 3 ай бұрын
I decided to just run with one NT1. It would be one space ahead of the Signature Series to be honest...
@theoutsiderjess4869 3 ай бұрын
Im so tempted to buy a blue sona cause of its look and its features but i need to stop buying muddy mics Im not that good with eq and 2 I need a clear mic if im buying anything at that price point
@DarkCornerStudios 3 ай бұрын
Counterpoint. Only gonna get better at EQing if you are forced to do it
@theoutsiderjess4869 3 ай бұрын
@@DarkCornerStudios I do want to get better but I have no clue what Im doing I mess with it too much that i either end up hating it or what I thought was good I listen back on it and was like why did i think it was good
@ImAWSMDanny 3 ай бұрын
Hello Dylan sir I am very new into the world of mics and have not tried many yet but even I know that the SM58 does NOT belong in the God Tier with all of those other mics. It deserves its own tier above them. Despicable.
@djkamilo66 2 ай бұрын
btw the mic you left out was a shure sm57 not another beta58a because the beta doesnt have that line on the body, and you really missed that one on your list.
@honeywine3330 3 ай бұрын
The dynacaster is defin. a God Tier
@ActionPopCast 11 сағат бұрын
I finally hit buy it now on the SM58.... Time to retire the Samson Q2U
@meistudiony 3 ай бұрын
Don't think i disagreed with that much here. The 818 was a little high but i get it, esp if you haven't used a townsend/UA sphere. The company rep says that Maono is pronounced MONO. Funny how podcasters went for the RE320 yet it was intended as a cheaper instrument mic (hence the kick drum voicing switch). The mystery mic looked like an sm57... lets see if it is by the time i get to the end of the video. SM7B would have been decent in my book... for a mic for screaming vocals, def god tier, but as a caster mic... you need really good pre's or if you want to cheat with a little extra noise, you go with a cloudlifter... not a huge fan. RE20 definitely beats it. TLM 103... would have gone meh or avoid. Way too bright to be useful outside of a pristine environment. You think the Heil mic was sibilant... this is like THE sibilant king. lol The 87ai would have been in decent for me. The price is way too high. Comparatively, you could get 3 other mics that are just as good imo. The original circuit (u87i) was way better. Lol you didn't try the Pyle PDMIK1 if you think that behringer is the worst... you gotta have a go at that pyle of crap! NT1 was my first condenser when it first came out. Ceramic body, no writing on it. The label was hand written. Great mic!
@kitchenzombie8974 3 ай бұрын
Hey Aiden. I have a Video suggestion (Idea). Can you please make a Video about the Sound Design technics of Robert Dudzik? He mics with three mics on His table creating Sounds for movies, Games and so on. You can even make a series of this. Like "Sound Design Like Robert Dudzik but cheaper". I think you got the idea. May be we see some videos. Because sound Design is my main interest. Best wishes .
@DarkCornerStudios 3 ай бұрын
Yeah...it has been an idea for some time. Sound design is a bit niche...and not as easy as you might think...but i will be taking a chance on it soon
@ObscureMics 3 ай бұрын
Since the Behringer group bought Aston....I believe it will become what you fear
@DarkCornerStudios 3 ай бұрын
Pity...they were on the verge of possible greatness
@TristanWhalenHughesMusic 3 ай бұрын
Great list! Own a few of these myself, and I agree with just about every choice you made here (think maybe the AT4040 should've ended up just a bit higher in that Decent category, but that's small stuff). Learned about a few new mics I'd never heard of I might have to keep an eye out for down the line, too! One I'm ABSOLUTELY on board with was your assessment of the Aston Stealth. Bought it a few years ago thinking "Hey! 4 settings? That's neat!", but thank goodness I got it on sale, because at full price it's pretty expensive for a mic with 4 settings that all just sound "pretty okay", and it's awful without the additional shock mount (who thought that little key thing was a good idea?!). Only stumbled across your review of it some time after buying the chunky bugger and found myself nodding the whole time. Would be curious to hear your thoughts about my current go-to, an AT4047.
@Andrewc87563 3 ай бұрын
Raaaaaar! I thought you had reviewed the Procaster - there you go.
@DarkCornerStudios 3 ай бұрын
Lol...nope. Oddly too...pretty sure Rode would send me one if I asked. There are just SO MANY mics to review...so little time...(and money)
@Andrewc87563 3 ай бұрын
You should I mean it's hard to be considerd a serious microphone review channel without a Shure SM7B vs Procaster vs SM58 review .😂
@DarkCornerStudios 3 ай бұрын
@@Andrewc87563 well if you put it that way....
@Andrewc87563 3 ай бұрын
@@DarkCornerStudios Bww wahhahhaa
@Poesidon238 3 ай бұрын
This would be a fun live video. The debates in the comments would be epic
@DarkCornerStudios 3 ай бұрын
Make the usb video a live one...bahahahaha....all in the bottom
@thebsfactory 3 ай бұрын
YELL....!!!! ✌😎🤘
@AndrewDodson1 3 ай бұрын
I know it's an unpopular opinion, but I just can't see the SM7B as god tier. I own one and get some use out of it, but after I bought it, I couldn't believe it was a $400 mic. I think it's wildly overpriced for what it is.
@seanwebb605 3 ай бұрын
Blasphemy. You're a heretic.
@getstew 3 ай бұрын
No chapters? I don't have the time.
@DarkCornerStudios 3 ай бұрын
Lol...getting to them tonight...sick as hell last week
@getstew 3 ай бұрын
@@DarkCornerStudios Valid point. Feel better! Just bought an MKH 50. Excited.
@seanwebb605 3 ай бұрын
I'm also looked for end notes and a bibliography.
@gingerversestudios 3 ай бұрын
please add chapters no need to rush to put out a 59./10 hr video that no one cares except for 1 particular Mic which either they intend to purchase or already own. ..good job next time tjink do my viewers give ah fcuk ??? let me add skippable labeled chapters just in case for TLDR /TLDW subscribers bless
@earthlydescent 3 ай бұрын
The OG Podmic is a terrible sounding microphone. Sterile and dead sounding. The Podmic USB is okay...
@DarkCornerStudios 3 ай бұрын
Lol...I love how these lists bring out all the hate...lmao
@theoutsiderjess4869 3 ай бұрын
They are literally the same mic the podmic usb just allows you to eq it easier in usb mode
@annekedebruyn7797 3 ай бұрын
I like the looks of it but it sounds a bit cuppy to me. Same with the Aston Stealth. I always recommend the Procaster over the Podmic for people who don't mind a larger sized mic for not that much more. It sounds fuller and more pleasant. You can also add in additional foam inside the cap which is a nice 'hack.'
@brandomaxwell 3 ай бұрын
Got Podmic USB thanks to Aiden and I couldn't be happier with the how warm RØDE Connect's EQ software makes it sound. And, BTW, know how we know Aiden's the real deal? He places the SM58 at the top of God Tier!!
@theoutsiderjess4869 3 ай бұрын
@@brandomaxwell the 58 and 57 should go no lower than A tier if they're not stier
@NateNakao 3 ай бұрын
I'M SO OFFENDED YOU PUT MY FAVORITE MICROPHONE IN THE WRONG SPOT HOW DARE YOU AM NOW UNSUBSCRIBED!!!1 (j/k... I'm barely even 2 minutes into the video so far, but I am going to make some popcorn)
@DarkCornerStudios 3 ай бұрын
Lol...if I haven't offended someone...have I even released a video? Extra butter please
@Danny-Lightning--Audio-Tech 3 ай бұрын
70, only 70 lol. My Grandma has more microphones than that. Lol, I don't know I couldn't think of anything funnier to say
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