Zoom ZDM-1 Podcast / Broadcast Dynamic Microphone Review / Test

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Today, I have the Zoom ZDM-1 Dynamic XLR Microphone in the Audio Hotline Studio! I wasn't originally too excited to review this mic. According to Zoom this microphone "A warm and rich Broadcast sound." So during this review I try to find out whether or not that statement is accurate. This microphone is meant to be used for spoken word application, such as: podcasts, broadcasts, streaming, etc. I take this microphone through my usual tests and see exactly what it is capable of!
A part of me just wanted to skip it, but then I got some comments from people about how I should try it out... SO HERE WE ARE! It's weird though, I LOVE a lot of Zoom products, so I don't know why I didn't want to try this. Maybe out of fear that I wouldn't like it since I tend to enjoy Zoom products 😂 and this one seemed a little lackluster when it came to being innovative like a lot of Zoom products... That could be it, but for you guys... I'll do anything! I mean it... Name it... It's DONE! 😉
Be sure to check out the testing and audio samples and see if this is right for you! Every person has different expectations of audio gear. If the features are what you need, and you like the sound, then it is right for you!
Thanks for watching the Audio Hotline! I'll see you Audio Nerds next time!
======TIMESTAMPS======
Intro: 0:00 - 0:50
Difference Between Mic vs Podcast Pack: 0:50 - 1:16
Story Time ‘Why I decided to review this mic’: 1:16 - 1:43
How I am Recording this Mic: 1:43 - 1:52
Story Time Continued: 1:52 - 2:33
ZDM-1 Microphone Pricing: 2:33 - 3:00
What Comes with the Zoom ZDM-1: 3:00 - 3:24
My Opinion on Accessories and Build Quality: 3:24 - 4:14
Zoom ZDM-1 Specs: 4:14 - 5:14
My Opinion On Specs: 5:14 - 5:35
Polar Pattern Explanation: 5:35 - 6:45
Mic Test Introduction: 6:45 - 7:03
Proximity Effect: 7:03 - 7:15
Plosive Test: 7:15 - 7:30
Noise Rejection (keyboard): 7:30 - 7:44
Polar Pattern Test (White Noise): 7:44 - 7:55
Post Processing Test: 7:55 - 8:13
Distance Test: 8:13 - 8:18
Kitty Purr Test: 8:18 - 8:25
Acoustic Guitar Test: 8:25 - 8:50
No Windscreen Test Disclaimer: 8:50 - 8:56
My Review / My Opinion of the Zoom ZDM-1: 8:56 - 11:25
Outro: 11:25 - 12:18
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======PRODUCTS IN REVIEW======
*Affiliate Links Below*
Zoom ZDM-1 Microphone Purchase Links:
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Zoom ZDM-1 Pack (w/ Headphones, Stand, and Cable) Links:
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======Audio Hotline Info======
Website: audiohotlinegear.com
E-Mail: audiohotline@gmail.com
Instagram: audiohotline
MERCH: teespring.com/stores/audiohotline
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GEAR I USE TO MAKE MY VIDEOS (w/ affiliate links):
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Canon EOS R5:
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Hercules Mic Stand:
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Zoom F6:
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Zoom H5:
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Apollo Twin Quad:
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Monoprice XLR (Cheaper XLR Alternative):
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Пікірлер: 94

@fnswrestling 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve used this for dozens of podcast episodes. It took me a while to get it to sound the way I want, but now I love it. Fantastic value!

@KrihaFilms 3 жыл бұрын

Do you mind sharing your post processing settings for it? I just picked one up and can’t quite tweak it right :/

@fnswrestling 3 жыл бұрын

@@KrihaFilms Honestly, I don't know too much about it. I use Garageband, and for my voice and that mic, I've slightly turned down the lows, slightly turned up the mids and highs, and added some compression and a noise gate. I'm really a total amateur, and it depends on your voice, but I hope this helps somewhat.

@akmalsalikhov3732 Жыл бұрын

The most fun and yet detailed mic review I saw! And boy your videos look really good!

@joshuadelaughter7968 Жыл бұрын

Amazon actually has a bundle right now for the Zoom PodTrak P4 Multitrack recorder plus 4 of the ZDM-1 Podcast packs for only $430. Pretty much everything you need to get a 4 person podcast going with individual mics and channels for under $500. Pretty insane value.

@dulghensphotography 3 жыл бұрын

Bro, love your content and humor :). Because of this video today just ordered this Zoom ZDM-1. Keep up coming this videos 👍!

@agambhasin 3 жыл бұрын

I got it for 60 bucks, and i really like the sound of this microphone! Also nice review as always!

@danmagoo 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for giving us your take on it. I think this mic got lost in the sauce among some other, flashier recent releases, and I kept thinking, from the little I'd heard of its sound, the Zoom ZDM-1 deserved more love than it got, especially for the amazing price.

@MeaganEater 7 ай бұрын

Just picked this up new at BestBuy on clearance for about $35. I also noticed a RODE XLR Cable and picket it up also. Paid about $75 for the mic and cable. Thanks for the review, it was the video that convinced me to get this mic. 👍

@Fredb 4 ай бұрын

awesome review, thanks for your precious advice and this more than complete test, will definitely have a try at this mic for podcasting. Thank you mate !

@DigitalSlang 3 жыл бұрын

You deserve a hell of a lot more subs.. great channel bro. Keep killin it

@wouter3652 3 жыл бұрын

I know right?! The production value is insane for the amount of subs he has

@nolessonplan 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the review. Loved your presentation style.

@diegosoares1956 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, it really is a good surprise that this microphone is good. Good job!

@LawrenceArnell 3 жыл бұрын

I don’t even read the title when I see your upload. I just click on the video and nerd out with the specs. 💪🏾

@celticmoose33 3 жыл бұрын

I've been using this for 6 months or whatever and I like it. I had a condenser before and honestly I miss the bassy full sound I got on the condenser, but this has probably a more natural sound to it which is what I was hoping for. It does pick up mouth noises so be careful.

@DannyBrownCA 3 жыл бұрын

I came here for Chris Carrabba and was not disappointed. OK, the mic review was pretty bang on, too. 💪🍻

@dfcx1 3 жыл бұрын

Kitty purr test is my new favourite mic test.

@tylernguyen6060 3 жыл бұрын

Hands Down by Dashboard Confessional! You're taking me back to my elementary/middle school days!

@AudioHotline 3 жыл бұрын

I was feeling a little nostalgic!

@darylSKYTZOwillis Жыл бұрын

All of what you said is accurate. I bought the package deal to do vocal recording on my Zoom L-12 portable studio. The headphones sound hollow or just shy of tinny. The mic stand could be a little taller for my application but the microphone did an excellent job. I just find the best balance between Gain, & Compression and I didn’t even have to use any EQ. Just dry in and a little FX, and doubling or tripling up on the vocals for harmony. All in all I don’t see why most people wouldn’t be satisfied with the sound quality of this package, especially for the price. 😁

@TurntoGod7 3 жыл бұрын

I have 3 of these, very happy with them. As long as I don’t bump the mic stand. 😂

@swschilke 3 жыл бұрын

Like your videos 👍 What about doing a live review, so that people can chat with you and ask questions during the review?

@AudioHotline 3 жыл бұрын

This is definitely a cool idea that I would be down to try!

@onlymyopiniontech 2 жыл бұрын

That is a nice sounding mic. It should be pretty easy to EQ to just about any voice.

@danpmss 3 жыл бұрын

You deserve more subs

@swschilke 3 жыл бұрын

Could you do some videos on audio postprocessing? Maybe start testing (free) VSTs!

@znbh 3 жыл бұрын

holy shit this mic is dope

@The_Rev_Mark 3 жыл бұрын

I love it I use it in my stream

@jasonw6993 3 жыл бұрын

OMG! FINALLY a Kitty Purr Test! :)

@arsenehako 8 ай бұрын

Nice guitar playing 😊

@hisroyalsucculence 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the review! Would have loved to hear it compared to at least one other mic.

@AudioHotline 3 жыл бұрын

If you go to my Tascam TM-70 review, around 7:21 I start the blind mic comparison test. The Zoom ZDM-1 is included in that comparison against 4 other similarly priced mics. Review: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/aKmRl81q063NXWw.html

@hisroyalsucculence 3 жыл бұрын

@@AudioHotline Awesome, thanks!

@cyndyrella 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. Would you recommend this mic for audio books?

@CarlosNMartin 8 ай бұрын

I want to see the studio set up. Camera and lighting too! C'mon show it to me...

@marcorivera8585 2 жыл бұрын

Gracias amigo

@janibrahimgarciarivera5016 3 жыл бұрын

Could you share the Post processing and EQ settings?

@gugong 2 жыл бұрын

Do i need a cloudlifter to use this mic? And can I just plugin to zoom h6 instead of any audio interface ? Thanks your videos!

@crypticvisionary 3 жыл бұрын

Been using this for 2 days still very torn on if I should keep it or not.

@TwoMiceOnMyBookshelf 3 жыл бұрын

Is this set plug and play? That is to say do I have to buy whatsit box which XLR cables have to be plugged into for it to then plugged into our devices? I can't tell. Thank you!

@mmc5694 10 ай бұрын

Really great mic for the price.

@papolini109 2 жыл бұрын

Hello , I have this mic but I do have to crank the gain almost all the way up. so question. can I use this mic with a cloud lifter?

@AnaMuriel Жыл бұрын

Hello! I have a Zoom H1n and I love it! I heard you need a FetHead for this microphone (because the sound is low, so you need maximize the gain), but... if I connect it to a recorder (the ones that have XLR input) or a Mixing Table, need I to use a FetHead? Thanks in advance. Greetings from Spain.

@Identidad.neurona 2 жыл бұрын

HOLA,DESDE PERU. QUÉ CAMARA USAS. ME GUSTA LOS COLORES Y EL TIPO DE ILUMINACIÓN

@ProvenSawlid 3 жыл бұрын

I was gonna get this but for the Samson Q2U instead. I still like the Q2U a lot especially using the SE Electronics Dynamite 🧨 But I might trade it in and get this I don’t know yet only because I like the LOOKS of this better Good review dude

@Aaron-os8qi 2 жыл бұрын

Q2U is low key awesome. As you said, the looks aren't great. I've been thinking about painting mine

@ProvenSawlid 2 жыл бұрын

@@Aaron-os8qi definitely man, I painted mine first one but didn’t come out good but I’m not good with stuff like that. They make all black ones tho too you can buy instead of the ugly green

@anhadbani7901 2 жыл бұрын

Zdm 1 giving noice with my focus rite 18i 20 , i replaced xlr wire also, please help me if you konw about it

@viperd0e888 3 жыл бұрын

Audio hotline, how come you and podcastage have like no self noise/noise floor in your reviews? even with usb mics!

@Peetsfun 3 жыл бұрын

Would the behringer um2 be enough for this mic ?

@CattVlogz 3 жыл бұрын

Kitty purr test 💖💖

@larse9045 3 жыл бұрын

Will this work ok with the Presonus Studio 24c interface?

@HarryShares 3 жыл бұрын

BTW, Why didn't you want (reluctant) to review this mic before? I think it is a good sounding mic? Which do you prefer this mic over Presonus D70 ?

@joshuamacari4706 2 жыл бұрын

great job dude - i appreciate your comedy haha

@ysamuelarai 15 күн бұрын

This mic is a bargain of the century at $38 now. 😃

@maldonadocorrea Жыл бұрын

cual microfno recomendarias usb-c para android para grabar voces? narracion voice-over

@cludford 3 жыл бұрын

Do this comparison ZDM-1 vs Podmic Vs RE320

@mjacksonjones Жыл бұрын

The zoom is now $40. Would you recommend it over the Samson Q9x for podcasting?

@xavierchatman2328 2 жыл бұрын

vs the Blue Yeti?

@robertodominguezsierra6164 3 жыл бұрын

I’m conflicted between an Audio Technica AT-2035 and a Rode Procaster, I need the microphone for zoom meetings and important presentations over videoconference, so my voice needs to be appealing to the viewer, I also have kinda of a deep voice, which one you think would make me stand out?

@AudioHotline 3 жыл бұрын

If you are going to be using the mic in different rooms or in a room without some sort of sound treatment, definitely go with the Procaster. The AT2035 will pick up way more room noise, therefore making it sound less professional. Condenser mics can sound great in a controlled room, but dynamic mics like the procaster are going to give you better results in uncontrolled/unpredictable environments.

@jimmyjamesbbq 9 ай бұрын

After knowing and using the ZDM-1 would you recommend this mic. I am getting ready to buy the p4 podtrak with 4 of these ZDM-1’s for a podcast. Thanks.

@AudioHotline 9 ай бұрын

I still think it’s really solid choice! The one mic I would recommend you check out and see if you like the sound of it more is the FiFine K669D… it came out not too long ago and it’s actually cheaper. Personally I like it more, but everyone has their own preferences! I have a review of it here: m.kzfaq.info/get/bejne/na1ge9dkmrOwZ6c.html

@DavidBrackett385 Жыл бұрын

This or the xm8500?

@fatherofflesh 3 жыл бұрын

THIS MAN SAID BREAST GUY LMAOOOOO

@AudioHotline 3 жыл бұрын

I am glad someone noticed!

@fatherofflesh 3 жыл бұрын

@@AudioHotline YES I WON

@aphrodence02 Жыл бұрын

ok..... since u say it isnt recommended for singing.... pls show it... id love to since im planning to get one though. 😁

@AudioHotline Жыл бұрын

This mic is truly just meant for spoken word, that’s a big reason why I didn’t include a singing test. I did test this out with singing but this mic just can’t handle loud sound sources very well. For around the same price you could go with a Shure SM48 or a Mackie EM89d (on sale right now for cheap). If you are looking for a studio quality singing production, moving to a condenser mic in a treated space would be ideal.

@distortedfeatures Жыл бұрын

@@AudioHotline Would this work for audiobooks?

@zach4994 3 жыл бұрын

I mean for an $80 mic it’s pretty darn good. I’m still a lewitt LDT 440 pure kinda guy, but still good.

@Iphonmm 8 ай бұрын

How bout the sound quality of the headset? fairly good / what?

@AudioHotline 8 ай бұрын

That’s a different buying option, you can get the mic alone or buy the podcast pack with headphones. I reviewed the mic itself. I am not big on reviewing headphones, it’s just a bit too opinion based for my liking. However, I have tried packs similar to this, and also had a friend share his opinion on the headphones with me. Based off that, the headphones build won’t be very good, they will be fine for monitoring your audio, but they will not be good for critical listening.

@JDOPost 3 жыл бұрын

Dashboard Confessionals 😂

@julsrique9148 Жыл бұрын

Today December 1 , 2022, is in $39 dollars in Amazon super deal!!!

@sorinswonderland 3 жыл бұрын

What microphone would you recommend for voice recordings under 75$? Can you share me the link to your review of it? I want a mice that only picks up me speaking into it, cutting down on background noise as much possible. I'm very new to mics, i know very little about them. I have a MacBook, so it needs to be usb c compatible.

@janibrahimgarciarivera5016 3 жыл бұрын

The samson q2u or the new audiotechnica

@MauricioGomez-jg8of 2 жыл бұрын

Bro you funny

@sangmojo Жыл бұрын

The donwside of this mic are Shock Mount Bump & Mic Resonance Tap issues.....and you miss it in your review.....

@TheOuthousePhilosopher 3 жыл бұрын

You made it sound pretty good. I may pick one up for shots and giggles. Why haven’t you murdered a mic lately? My wife still asks if you’re killing bad microphones.

@AudioHotline 3 жыл бұрын

😂 I do miss murdering mics! It will definitely still happen! I think since I have had companies reach out to me a bit more and offer microphones to test out, I have had the opportunity to be a little more picky with what I want to review. Not too long ago, every mic I tried out was money coming directly out of my pocket. So, some times I would try really cheap / bad ones... because it's what I could afford at the time 😂. There are currently two mics that I have that will definitely be getting some negative attention in the near future!

@TheOuthousePhilosopher 3 жыл бұрын

@@AudioHotline I know you don’t realize who this is. The Gut Punch News didn’t disappear, I was turned into Bob the alien. Better than my real face. 👽❤️

@AudioHotline 3 жыл бұрын

Oh shit!!!! Yeah I had no idea! I was wondering where you were! Hell yeah dude, that’s awesome!

@TheOuthousePhilosopher 3 жыл бұрын

@@AudioHotline i was having heart issues. Very stressed and two family members died within 4 months. I decided life is too short to explain shit to idiots. BTW, go look up Alien Outhouse on YT. haven’t done much because, I just finished closing my dad’s estate with my brother. Hope you’re well.

@AudioHotline 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheOuthousePhilosopher damn, that is terrible. I am very sorry for your loss. I hope that you and your family are doing well and that your health is getting better! I will definitely go watch and subscribe!

@gmarod6099 3 жыл бұрын

PRESONUS M7 PLEASE REVIEW. I CAN PAY FOR IT IF YOU NEED $$

@Anar-hk5rv 3 жыл бұрын

Why isnt this good for guitar?

@enriquekahn9405 3 жыл бұрын

Can't fault it at that price.

@RapturesDelight 10 ай бұрын

This mic has an artifical gritty warmth that i dont like. iMHO

@livebro6654 5 ай бұрын

sm7b так вами любимый, шумящая фигня... его давно уделали по полной, любой дешёвкой.... что zoom zdm-1, что tascam tm70

@rowanfilms9367 Жыл бұрын

Bro it took you far too long to tell us you're using the mic you're talking about. lol lead with that, I would watch 6 seconds and know I want to buy one. =p =p

@AudioHotline Жыл бұрын

Are you joking? Maybe you are, because I say “this is the zoom ZDM-1 and point at it at the 0:06 second mark…

@9MMTaboo Жыл бұрын

@@AudioHotline he’s gotta be joking 🙄😒