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A very low-noise and sensitive mic
I was using it for few weeks in voice recording and I find it great. Voices are very clear and given its high sensitivity the tiniest lips move will be caught in the recording. It is compatible with all audio interfaces with phantom power, it doesn't need +60dB gain or more like sensitivity mics.
PROS:
- pristine voices clarity
- very low internal noise
- build quality
- the built-in metallic pop-filter will only partially obturate your view, so you could still be able to read on the monitor of the paper in front of your eye
- frequency response if really-really good
NEUTRALS:
- the built-in metallic pop-filter does the job well, but it's not as good as the regular double textile/mash filter is even better in getting rid of S's and pop's
- it's very good sensitivity might be a downsize for people not having at least a minimal room acoustic isolation
CONS:
- the length of pop-filter's arm seems too big for me, but it's easier to cut in half if really needed (it's made of plastic after all)
PROS:
- pristine voices clarity
- very low internal noise
- build quality
- the built-in metallic pop-filter will only partially obturate your view, so you could still be able to read on the monitor of the paper in front of your eye
- frequency response if really-really good
NEUTRALS:
- the built-in metallic pop-filter does the job well, but it's not as good as the regular double textile/mash filter is even better in getting rid of S's and pop's
- it's very good sensitivity might be a downsize for people not having at least a minimal room acoustic isolation
CONS:
- the length of pop-filter's arm seems too big for me, but it's easier to cut in half if really needed (it's made of plastic after all)
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Great first Mic for home studio use
I've had this for almost a year now. Used it on loads of vocals and guitar tracks so I've seen it deliver time after time. Last year when corona virus was being to rear its ugly head, I decided to get back into home recording after a 12 year hiatus.
I researched loads of mics, both budget and midrange for setting up my home studio. I Looked at frequency response graphs, signal to noise, max spl... Every metric I could get my hands on. Watched video reviews of everything. After 2 weeks of research I decided on these fella right here. What a good little Mic! However, It's not a Neumann by any stretch of the imagination. It is reasonably flat in its response with eq bumps in the right places which compliment vocals and acoustic instruments. For a basic "do everything" studio Mic it's really great! Especially for the money!
Ps, I didn't give all 5 stars because of what it is. I had high quality gear years ago before it was sold off. I know what top notch microphones record and sound like. This is so close to high end gear which is exceptional considering it's a budget microphone at the end of the day.
I researched loads of mics, both budget and midrange for setting up my home studio. I Looked at frequency response graphs, signal to noise, max spl... Every metric I could get my hands on. Watched video reviews of everything. After 2 weeks of research I decided on these fella right here. What a good little Mic! However, It's not a Neumann by any stretch of the imagination. It is reasonably flat in its response with eq bumps in the right places which compliment vocals and acoustic instruments. For a basic "do everything" studio Mic it's really great! Especially for the money!
Ps, I didn't give all 5 stars because of what it is. I had high quality gear years ago before it was sold off. I know what top notch microphones record and sound like. This is so close to high end gear which is exceptional considering it's a budget microphone at the end of the day.
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Insane value for money
You can record anything with this mic. The high frequencies can be a bit harsh on some sources, but other than that, it's insane. The LPF and Pad switches in the front is a bit too sensitive, but the pop filter, the shock mount, the mic; you can't really go wrong with this purchase. I have recorded drums, a kick out, vocals, acoustic guitar, saxophone; literally anything works
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Tough to beat at the price
I've bought this for a friend and tested it with them, and , additionally, I recommended to another friend too.
They're both extremely happy with the sound and I'm also extremely happy of how easy it and enjoyable it is to mix their voices.
It has quite a natural sound and frequency response, so, it never gives you too much trouble with picking up "weird"/"wrong frequencies. Plosive rejection is also great!
The low-cut options are a very welcome addition. It's very safe to use the 80hz cut especially on female voices, and it can help clean up the signal a bit, if you're in a room that has low-hum sounds, or maybe soften up the harshest/lowest plosives.
Easy recommend for either male or female voice!
They're both extremely happy with the sound and I'm also extremely happy of how easy it and enjoyable it is to mix their voices.
It has quite a natural sound and frequency response, so, it never gives you too much trouble with picking up "weird"/"wrong frequencies. Plosive rejection is also great!
The low-cut options are a very welcome addition. It's very safe to use the 80hz cut especially on female voices, and it can help clean up the signal a bit, if you're in a room that has low-hum sounds, or maybe soften up the harshest/lowest plosives.
Easy recommend for either male or female voice!
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Decent mic for its price
Better then its predecessor, have attenuation option, and also deliver clean vocals. In conjunction with UX2 requires a bit of gain handling, but that's not its problem. And price for that is really fair. Liked it.
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seems nice
I don't have much experience with mic's. But this one seems nice. It takes voice from far away. Good recording in my Scarlett. I especially like the two bas-cut options. Very interesting for my purposes.
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SE Electronics X1S Vocal Pack
Never Had a Perfect Mic for this Price , SE always superb Quality
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Switches are a bit flimsy!
These mics sound amazing, I just wish the build quality on the switches was much more robust. The switches don’t have a clicking mechanism just a flimsy move from left to right. It could easily switch by mistake!
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Good allround mic for the home studio
The options that m this mix offers make it good for both podcast and music recording.
I have had it for 4 months now and I have nothing bag to say about it. All in all s good bang for the buck.
I have had it for 4 months now and I have nothing bag to say about it. All in all s good bang for the buck.
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Good Standard Large Diaphragm
Good frequency response all round, great on vocals just slop off the top end a little bit to get a warmer sound but also great on piano and other instruments with high frequency response. Low shelf is perfect for rolling off bottom end and any rumble. For the price and a starting out microphone I would highly recommend to a beginner in production of audio engineering. However on flaw is the pop shield attachment is very flimsy and looks like it could break any second but is still a great pop shield.
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