Vocal Mic vs. Instrument Mic - sE Electronic V7 vs. V7x Comparison (Versus Series)

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Today I compare my favorite $100 Dynamic mic against the instrument version of that mic. This is the showdown of the sE Electronics V7 against the V7x, so we can hear the difference and find out which one is best.
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00:00 - Intro to Versus Series
00:51 - Build Quality
01:40 - Blind Comparison
02:44 - Microphone Spoken Word Test (Price / Specs)
03:27 - Polar Pattern Tests
04:08 - Background Noise Tests
04:33 - Distance Tests
05:18 - Handling Noise Tests
05:53 - Plosive Tests
06:20 - Music Tests
08:24 - Winner & Differences
09:59 - Application Winners
11:46 - Outro
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@ThatLazyyGuy 2 жыл бұрын

I was actually trying to find a good comparison video for these microphones a couple years ago. Now you made the comprehensive comparison video I wanted! Thanks Bandrew

@NoamTanzer 2 жыл бұрын

Was waiting for this since they launched. You never disappoint!

@ralfoswald2847 Жыл бұрын

A really very good and very informative comparison of the two mics! Many thanks for this!

@AndyGregor 2 жыл бұрын

Great timing, I just received my V7 yesterday after hearing many positive reviews. Sounds a lot more open than my current XM8500 which is what I was hoping for. Thanks for all the great advice, it is really appreciated😀

@ktk8025 2 жыл бұрын

Was not expecting to come in and see you using the sm5b, that was the last thing i expected to see here, but it's a welcome surprise

@Tim_ArtistName_Tallent Жыл бұрын

Agreed! And it sounds so good the rest of the mics were disappointing . And it looks to be in excellent shape

@MoncefVortex Жыл бұрын

Thank you for all the great videos and good vibes :)

@nocoseniteje441 Жыл бұрын

I usually see all of your videos, this time I was gonna skip but you literally convinced me with the intro.

@JoseOnTheAir 2 жыл бұрын

I literally searched this yesterday. Thank you Bandrew!

@marcopolosudado 2 жыл бұрын

I was waiting for a v7x video thank you.

@flexithefurry11yearsago10 2 жыл бұрын

I just love the sm5b, thanks for using it at the beginning.

@deszczak 2 жыл бұрын

that's an amazing idea for a video! thank you for making it! it must have took a long time...

@benoittissier58 2 жыл бұрын

Totally agree with your conclusions. Would like to see V7 vs SM58 and V7x vs SM57. To my experience, the V7x sounds more natural than the SM57 for saxophone recording.

@drag0n3y3 Жыл бұрын

Nuff said!

@willfento 6 ай бұрын

This video was extreamly helpful so I'm interacting with it by way of a thankyou. Keep up the good work!

@Podcastage 6 ай бұрын

That is very kind of you to say, I’m glad the video was helpful. Thank you for watching.

@JuBahbzkem Жыл бұрын

As a live sound engineer I would pick up the V7 just for vocals due to the shock and plosive rejection and the roll off frecuency filter as you mention in you review. These are very important factors to consider when you want to minimize sound leakeage and mostly feedback on stage. I would pick up the V7x for the rest of the applications (guitars, snares, etc.) due to the better balance sound. Anyway, if you know how to use correctly a HPF/Shelving on the mixing console (in case it is needed of course), the V7X would be also good for vocals.

@scottbecker3485 4 ай бұрын

The V7 MK version is identical to the V7x (same capsule, too) but has the deeper grille and thicker foam of the V7x, and is thus highly suitable for vocals.

@OSHR_ 2 жыл бұрын

I started watching you to do research on microphones to buy (I ended up with the Shure SM7B) but now I just watch you for fun!

@FreddyBoyBoy 2 жыл бұрын

I bought the V7 based on your previous reviews and I was thinking on buying the V7x to see if I like it better but after this video Im just fine with the V7. You just saved me 100 bucks, Thank you Sir. love your videos btw

@cliffordgwekwe9853 2 жыл бұрын

Totally right

@JasonBugeja 2 жыл бұрын

If you want to spend a little more than 100 bucks you can get the V7MK which is a vocal microphone with the V7X capsule... I own one and I use it mainly for singing.

@chrisisasavage 2 жыл бұрын

For music applications, the V7x is a great mic. It compliments the V7 really well for musical uses. I think it sounds great on spoken word too. The V7 is a great singing mic though. I've found it to sound much better than it's price on most people's voice. I kinda treat them as a an SM57 vs SM58 kinda deal.

@SlavkoStorm 7 ай бұрын

V7x is superior mic but it is not meant for vocals as it is. What you need is the sE V7 MK. It's a mic with a DMC7 X capsule and an sE V7 grill. That's what I have, Myles Kennedy uses it too.

@mrmalby 2 жыл бұрын

Your reviews are the best!!

@mnicholson2003 2 жыл бұрын

So surprised at the handling noise of the X!! I have and love the V7! Great demo as always!

@joelglaser5657 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing. LOVE my SE V7 vocal mic! The V7x sounds interesting. I may have to get one to try.

@josealfonso5260 2 жыл бұрын

Great review!!

@theiammike123 2 жыл бұрын

I hope there's a versus series on sE V7 vs Shure SM58. I'm planning to buy a handheld dynamic mic, but I'm very torn between both of them.

@ElijahG98 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent review as usual. I got the V7 for my brother after ur first V7 vid and he's really been enjoying it. Both are good sounding mics, but I see no reason for someone to get both. V7 is just solid. I liked the V7x a tad more on acoustic and electric, but the difference is minimal and could just be fixed in post. Would be a better investment for most people to get some more different mics, like an SDC, LDC etc if you already have the V7.

@LetWatersSing Жыл бұрын

Hilarious video! One point that was not mentioned is that the SE Electronics V-Beat mics are the same as the V7 X mics as far as the capsule goes. My vote is for V7 x : why is because it offers something that none of my other dynamic microphones offer and is best for drums and instruments. Overall this mic is very unique and looking forward to getting one!

@EzyoMusic 2 ай бұрын

As an owner of the V7 X, I instantly knew which one of the two mics I was hearing. Very good comparison, thank you!

@Tomijee 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, very usefull! My pick is V7x with V7 grille

@waynzwhirled6181 7 ай бұрын

Excellent. I agree with your results. Thank you.

@fiddleseth 2 жыл бұрын

I actually was excited to see another video about the V7 and V7x. The handling noise on both these mics is unacceptable to me for a live environment. I’ve been using them with the Shure A55M shockmount, which helps a lot if you have a relatively thin stage with subwoofers close by. The V7 + Soyuz launcher is a pretty magical combo BTW.

@xJKrew 2 жыл бұрын

Love this type of apples to apples comparison. As usual Great work. Thank you

@gregwx 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks to your reviews I bought V7 two years ago, worked great for vocal voice work. I bought one for my niece who is doing voice over on her tik tok, even though she lives in a very noisy enviroment, is amaze how well the microphone only picks up her voice is very happy with it. Thanks to make me be the awesome uncle for once XD

@briannhinton 2 жыл бұрын

Great review! I’d love a review of 3.5mm mics. So few out there, and it’s hard to know which ones don’t absolutely suck.

@HersheyBar 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video. Agree that your conclusion is pretty accurate. I can see if someone's voice was a little different it might make if you changes here or there. Do you find that the suv7 needs a lot of gain? And or volume? What do you see it hitting at with full gain and such without any processing done? At least -20 or -24 db?

@LoffysDomain 2 жыл бұрын

These are as always great videos, many thanks for sharing your tests! On a side note, for all who read this, I'm just curious: Are there any USB shotgun mics out there on the market? (For Windows PC.)

@julianwild8556 2 жыл бұрын

I have both mics. And as a singer I have used both. I am glad that you did this comparison, as I found myself in agreement. The V7x just has too much boom in the lower frequencies and also is prone to plosives, despite all my trying to use the mic technique I’ve acquired in my time. The V7x has that presence, but in the end it’s not worth the effort of having to consciously adapt to the plosives issue (and that is despite changing the grill over to a V7 grill!). The V7 is indeed more articulate than the V7x, but the V7x sure makes my sax guy sound pretty up there onstage with a touch of reverb. So I’ll still keep it. ;)

@PaulSwann 2 жыл бұрын

I agree with your assessment, but I really liked how the V7x sounded on your voice. I have the V7 thanks to your advice and I absolutely love it, but I'm tempted to pick up the V7x as an alternative.

@soundmattersuk 2 жыл бұрын

I bought the V7x specifically for it's low end to use on toms, drums etc. as a replacement for my aging akg dynamics and shure sm57/58s. They work well.

@poetparrot 2 жыл бұрын

Would love to see a video on the best 'end-address' condensor microphones

@dopesnare 2 жыл бұрын

I put away the rode nt-1a for youtube duties and have been on the V7 for a bit.. Works good as it sounds good and rejects background noise and the ambience I was getting with the rode.. I've thrown a shaker and tambourine at the V7 and it worked out well! I did buy an additional windscreen thing cause like in your video there's a bit of "hissiness" and weirdness up there. Not sure if that was the answer but so far so good.. It's pretty clear for a handheld dynamic. Love your vids.

@chrisisasavage 2 жыл бұрын

I use both of them alot. Your basicslly spot on from my experience.

@officialWWM 2 жыл бұрын

I love SE mics, they always sound a lot more expensive than they actually are!

@ResistReact 2 жыл бұрын

Great. Now I want both

@baron1c 2 жыл бұрын

Could you review the budget sE V3? I saw it on sale on Amazon the other day and I was wondering if it was any good

@Googahgee 2 жыл бұрын

Could you please review some 3U audio microphones on your channel? I've heard great things about them and am interested in seeing a deep dive video how they stack up to some of the mics they're loosely based on!

@StevensSounds 2 жыл бұрын

Honestly, I couldn't tell the difference in the blind test on my average-level headphones, but I also recognize that different circumstances (distance, volume, timbre, axis, etc.) would show more differences. Also, wow that change in plosive response!

@artysanmobile 2 жыл бұрын

Finally! A mic shootout with not a Behringer in sight. Microphone 2 is the vocal mic, obviously from the presence boost. I admire SE as a company for building these two options. I’ve noticed that mixing consoles now provide a channel equalizer - give me the flatter mic every single time, thank you.

@curly_ 2 жыл бұрын

1st Great Video, i myself as FoH Engineer, always have a V7 with me to give the Mainvocalist. There is always a SM58 in the Rider but in a lot of Monitor Settings to the side and better sound overall i always convince them that the V7 is the better pick.

@NuEnGKetoDaddy 2 жыл бұрын

Can you try V7x with V7 top cap? Some said it's the best sound. Love your show bro... From.Thailand.

@PhoenixFire_YT 2 жыл бұрын

Could you please do a review on the T Bone BC 500? It’s popping up as sounding better than the SM7B! 😁

@mdemoraga 2 жыл бұрын

Do you have a Versus episode with the se v7 and the sm58?

@eLstratos60 2 жыл бұрын

Excuse me sir ! what is the microphone you used at the beginning, I'm very curious .

@Unethical.Dodgson 2 жыл бұрын

8:08 Regardless what one thinks of the lyrics' intended "message" (which is none) it was pleasant to listen to. Nice job :D

@vinimanara 2 жыл бұрын

Nice! Regards from Brasil!

@NatixZuzty 2 жыл бұрын

is there's a chance you are gonna be re-review of the orignal rode NT-usb?

@billlord4203 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this vs - I have been curious as to how they compare. Really like how the x sounds on both guitars. For spoken word, I prefer the x as well as it has more of that broadcast sound, which I admit I enjoy. As to which would be better on vox, depends on the voices being recorded and how they fit in the mix. I can see going either way. Both are very nice mics. Again, sE... hard to go wrong.

@jeremyg2245 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Bandrew, just curious - what is the mic/blimp cover you are using in the intro?

@AaronPerkinsMusic Жыл бұрын

As a bass vocalist, the sE v7x is amazing! If you know how to work it and your voice, plosives wonts be a problem. You can feel the lows when you sing and especially when you run it through a sub aux…incredible!

@Podcastage Жыл бұрын

Great information. Thank you so much for sharing Aaron.

@donvittoriosierra 10 ай бұрын

Sontronics solo is what I have been waiting for from this channel :D

@Podcastage 10 ай бұрын

I don't have any sontronics mics and don't currently have any on the docket. Perhaps one day I'll check them out, but It's not on the current schedule. Thanks for the suggestion.

@donvittoriosierra 10 ай бұрын

@@Podcastage I mentioned that one because based on all sound demos I have heard I have a feeling it may come out on top among the 100 dollar dynamics

@thebreakfastmenu 2 жыл бұрын

The green hoodie/cord hat is seriously dripping

@_-_Michael_-_ Жыл бұрын

I just bought used V7 for 40 euro since I saw it’s 98e new here and thought it must be OK mic at that price. It’s really good and would buy another one when in need of another mic.

@ericanderson7059 2 жыл бұрын

I have the Billy Gibbons edition of the V7 based on Bandrew's recommendation , sounds great for my taste plus I like the aesthetic .

@pedroparussolo9723 2 жыл бұрын

hi bandrew! could you please make a review of the first neve 2 channel interface? i know is super expensive. but, it is a expensive interface or two good neve preamps for the buck? for those who record 2 channels at the time, is a cut path in comparsion of buying a 2 channel interface and dedicated preamps later?

@GregorMima 2 жыл бұрын

Great series. Still on my old AT875R ... i usually speak from the side on it so the V7 wouldnt be the best for me (podcasts), since it expects to be used straight from the front ... still great mic.

@houdini329 2 жыл бұрын

V7 is great and all, but i'm more curious about the V3. Is it an option? The comparisons so far didn't convince me.

@michaelmichael7043 2 жыл бұрын

Hi! My peak is the v7 because the v7x has low end bloom witch I don't like it makes vocals and electric guitar a bid thick in the low end .to my ears the v7 is more even. By the way the mic I use for vocals and electric guitar is the sm58. Excellent review as always Thanks.

@playeveryday01 2 жыл бұрын

Wow I had no idea there was an instrument version, I bought the standard v7 mic to use mostly for wind instruments but also for vocals. I made the right choice.

@sirlidunya6983 2 жыл бұрын

marantz mpm (1000U, 2000U, 4000U,) microphone which is better?

@silver_ 2 жыл бұрын

So I love the V7 as is I use it as my stream mic its crisp and clear what I noticed here with the V7X is it actually has a bit of a boost in those lower frequencies that are quite flattering on my voice I may have to pick one up :P

@jacobkincaid123 Жыл бұрын

What amp / pedals? Love the tone.

@TerminatorSAW2k Жыл бұрын

Hello, Question could u test the SE V7 vs Shure BC 500, but i think the SE V7 will be better or?

@user-yc3pt3om1d 4 ай бұрын

i'm a stage vocalist,and i also love recording songs indoors/bed recording and some voiceovers/podcasting.. but i'm still confused which to buy? V7 and V7 MK (Myles Kennedy) version is my choices :( please help! @Podcastage

@korg47237 2 жыл бұрын

Aside from the handling noise and plosives of the V7X I much preferred it in every case over the vocal variant. Too harsh in the high end and cuts off the entire low end but I guess that is good for a stage mic.

@jerryadams5487 Жыл бұрын

I been u guyz 4 years all mics in $100 sounds 99% the same if u dont identify mic we would NOT which iz which!!!!

@dksuxs4099 2 жыл бұрын

your tweet makes sense oh and I loved the video and I agree. and that v7 sounds good on vocals. both sound good. though if you wanted to use it in a studio use I think both would be good. but if I could only chose one I'd chose the v7x.

@RedBeardedRabbit 2 жыл бұрын

100% agree with your conclusions. The moment you spoke into the V7X, I instantly hated it for vocals. Very nasal-sounding.

@MikeNovelli 2 жыл бұрын

Why do you use only 4 axis of rotation instead of all 6 axis?

@biometrix1000 7 ай бұрын

V7 hands down ,brilliant comparison.thanks

@fattymc.fattyface6944 2 жыл бұрын

I actually liked the V7X a bit more for the vocals. It had a tiny bit less top end, and it sounded more full to my ears. The Proximity Effect definitely shows it. The handling noise though....

@kennethbailey7105 2 жыл бұрын

Received the Telefunken TF47 the other day. OMG😩🤤

@Kragatar 2 жыл бұрын

They both do really well at their jobs. V7x sounds a little more clear and detailed, but needs to be on a stand where it won't get touched or breathed on. V7 loses a little detail on instruments, but can take plosives and handling like a champ.

@3rundisciple 15 күн бұрын

I actually found myself here because of an accident. I realized that I bought the wireless capsule version of the v7x rather than the standard V7 of my other mic. When using both capsules, I noticed that they weren’t the same. Crazy enough, I actually prefer the sound of the V7x over the V7. It has way more warmth to it. When it comes to vocal mics I actually prefer one that hasn’t been factory tuned to knock out low end frequency. That way you have every frequency to work with. If a mic doesn’t have warmth from the factory tuning, it can’t be added back the same way as if it were there to begin with; you just boost mus essentially, Better to start with a bigger canvas of clear audio signal more more frequency and cut from there rather than not have any at all to use.

@ichewwie 2 жыл бұрын

review the Boya BY DM500 please.. i've already seen videos from other youtubers but i want Your opinion

@asmar1699 2 жыл бұрын

Can you review the se2300 ?

@eufoneum 2 жыл бұрын

As someone who mostly records instruments, the V7x has quickly become my favorite to use. I absolutely agree that the V7 is better if you doing vocals, but for recording instruments I don't think there is anything better that doesn't cost at least twice as much as the V7x. My favorite use for it was on brass instruments, particularly low brass. The V7x's low end response means I get a nice warm sound on tuba and euphonium that clip-on instrument condensers (especially the cheap ones) and most other dynamic mics don't. SM57s served me well for a long time, but I think the V7x is a better all around instrument mic.

@ADMATrill 2 жыл бұрын

Can you please review the TLM 107? I'd trust your review over anyone else's.

@devilsdoorbell 2 жыл бұрын

Agree. V7 was the winner, but did like the 7x for the acoustic guitar. Future compares that might be interesting are Shure 57/58/Beta58 . I've seen singers use the 57 as a vocal mic and wondered if it was different or just fit their voices. I have a 57 and Beta 58 and found the 57 to be lower output and seemingly more dead (for my voice) vs. the hotter and greater range of the Beta 58.

@baldmandoom 2 жыл бұрын

The handling noise on the V7X is hilarious, I didn't know, based on my experience with it to mic bass and guitar cabs. I love my V7X but I have never tried it as a vocal mic. V7 is without a doubt the clear winner here

@funnybone7705 2 жыл бұрын

Pretty much the coolest KZfaqr.

@scottbecker3485 4 ай бұрын

The V7 MK version is identical to the V7x (same capsule, too) but has the deeper grille and thicker foam of the V7x, and is thus highly suitable for vocals.

@velvet7513 2 жыл бұрын

I'm still waiting to see your review on the se electronics V3

@QuantumGamingUploads 2 жыл бұрын

Another video from Bandrew 👍

@kenyontech 2 жыл бұрын

Now what we really need is a dynacaster thrown in there for a good ole family feud . Seriously though I have a V7 and have been contemplating the dynacaster. Built in Dynamite aside. It would be great to be able to determine if it's worth it. Mic returns aren't exactly easy in my part of the world.

@miketype1each 2 жыл бұрын

Have to disagree with you on your assessment of the V7 X for vocals. At first, my thought was the thinner-sounding one was the X. I have the vocal 7, and EQ can be applied to it very well. I also have the V3, and frankly, like it better, and that's probably because it sounds more like the X. Anyway, this was a good comparison. Wish you'd review the 3 sometime soon.

@adrian_sanchez Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the review. For me, it was counterintuitive to what I thought the X meant. P.S. I'll trade the mean tweets any day for this reality.

@maximustheproducer 2 жыл бұрын

DOPE SONG!

@quadcoptervision 5 ай бұрын

That guitar work is worth listening to the show by itself... As it is you've sold me on the se v7.

@delsings 2 жыл бұрын

I like microphone 2 personally. There's less of a sharp tinny sound over the whole thing. Sounds more "meaty" and full. Thanks for this comparison 👏

@delsings 2 жыл бұрын

Omg the 7x sounds GREAT with acoustic guitar :o

@zhordzrecords167 2 жыл бұрын

you can use the V7x for vocals BUT the V7 is good at rejecting plosive, handling noise, has some bass roll of which is nice for live stage where the dynamic vocal mics is good at.

@darikdatta 2 жыл бұрын

It would have been cool to do the SM57 and SM58 in conjunction with these two.

@DapperDanLovesYou 2 жыл бұрын

The V7x sounds great on voice! That low end is fantastic, compared to the rolled off sound of the V7 (which makes sense for stage)

@kyron42 2 жыл бұрын

Totally agree

@sage12125 2 жыл бұрын

Sounds great until you listen with any speakers with a subwoofer. Then it's boomy

@kyron42 2 жыл бұрын

@@sage12125 everything sounds boomy when you have too much bass. When you listen with headphones that have a frequency response it sounds very good.

@sage12125 2 жыл бұрын

@@kyron42 I always feel for spoken word and singing rolling off frequencies down there is always better. Not much important information you're missing

@miketype1each 2 жыл бұрын

I thought the X was the vocal 7. The low end on the X is indeed fantastic.

@dannyboystudios6604 2 жыл бұрын

Wow. I thought the opposite of what they were. The V7X to me sounded better for podcast type vocals. But the V7 would be good for singing as it has that “post eq” kinda sound to help bring vocals more forward in the mix.