I swear to god every question I have asked and or the trouble shooting I've researched planning for something bad to happen with my SM7B, you've been my main go to every step of the way. I love this channel so damn much!!
I love having watched this channel grow since I became a subscriber way back in the OG Fi-Fine 8 bit title card days. ❤️ So damn proud of you Bandrew. Keep slaying.
@@FVDaudio oh that's weird? I measured the opposite. Well, not the opposite maybe, but my FetHead is cleaner then my Cloudlifter. This makes me curious. Do you have the s/n of your Cloudlifter and the s/n of your FetHead for me?
I purchased Dynamite, for 99 dollars. Great, for 4.5 months, just stopped working one day, outside the return window. Purchased a Fethead, dead on arrival, purchased another one, dead on arrival... Asked for a refund, bought a Cloud Lifter... Haven't had a problem thus far. I know it's not everyone's experience, but I think sometimes, build quality is just worth the extra penny.
I already payed 200 dollars for a pre 73 Jr, not only it can get me gain but I can also use the outpot and gain knobs to set how much color I want my voice and/or instruments to have. I don't think the 200 price tag for the Soyuz is worth just a boost in 26db with a colored outpot you can't control. Just my 2 cents.
The feel it gave the guitar is the reason for it. It's a extra add to musical applications, like the way you might by a transformer preamp or transformer microphone... I would be interested to see what happens when it's added in between both. Something even more magical or transformer optimums prime overload?
I just got a Fethead last month and I love it. It is the single most useful item that I've purchased next to my Saramonic SR-Pax2. Anyone dealing with dynamic microphones really should seriously think about getting an inline preamp. But, being a super tiny RUclips channel on a quarter shoestring budget, I would never have even thought of buying the Fethead if it was priced at $150.00 let alone $200.00. Ultimately, I guess, it's great to have any product in a range of prices however, the results must clearly justify the price tag. Is the Soyuz 33% better in quality than the Cloudlifter or 100% better than the Fethead? My budget just cannot take meh for an answer.
Soyouz sounds more like a vintage comp doing some few very light reductions. More or less the same aproaching that my Radial pro di do to my instruments. Cloudlifter just push the preamp interface a little more, but no adding nothing to the sound. Soyuz all the way.
Simple little question: after several years of use, do you still use it to get that warm sound? I was wondering if the Soyuz could compete with preamps like the Neve? I was thinking about getting the 88M interface specifically to have that analog sound.
i think it would sound awesome on a mic'd bass amp and possibly as a drum room mic since it'll smooth out the transients of the cymbals bouncing against the walls in a recording
one little addition. not only for dynamic and ribbon... but also for lav mics with a power mac i.e. sennhieser G3 evolution. does great things for them
The 2 dB rolloff in the treble is probably due to the transformer in the preamp. Overall it does seem to be producing a more vintage 1970's sound with relatively clean gain, but it's very subtle as an effect.
Hey :) Love your stuff I have learned so much, so I have a consumer question. Why would someone pay for a cloudlifter, or this new one, when you can get the DBX 286s for the same price or 50 bucks more.. Its a real question I bought the 286 because it gives me more than enough gain, and more. thanks for all you do and happy Turkey day :)
Different tools for different use cases. The 286 is a fine and functional piece of equipment, but it is large, takes up a lot of space and performs many tasks in addition to providing solid gain. Some users don't want or need all of that. Some users don't want to have another whole large piece of gear that they need to connect to power. The Soyus device reviewed here as well as the Cloudlifter, Fethead and myriad of other similar devices are also far more portable. Also, if you are using multiple microphones, you need a 286 for each mic .You'd also need a CL, Soyus or Fethead for each mic, so it comes down to cost. If you're running a studio setup with 4 microphones and want to put some sort of pre in line on all of them, 4 of the 286s or Soyus units is going to be $800. Make that $600 for Cloudlifters, and when I bought my Fetheads, they were $90 a pop, so that's $360. So economics wins for a lot of people. Lastly, with a device like the 286, the learning curve may be a bit more than some people want to take on. The added functionality; gate, compressor and such and all of the knobs that go with these functions can be daunting for many users. Let's also not forget that when using those functions, they are baked into your recording, so if the compressor is set wonky and the gate opens and closes seemingly with a mind of its own, you can't unring the bell, it's there for all to hear and nary a post production miracle is going to save it. Ultimately people need to figure out their work flow and find the solution that works best for them. I thank you, Bandrew, for the informative and often entertaining videos! You've helped influence some of my buying decisions. Cheers!
What will come first: a shootout of all the crumpled up stickers or a updated USB audio interface shootout including the ART USB Mix and some other mid-tier interfaces?
I would like to see a Thronmax Pulse M8 mic review on this channel if possible, seeing other reviews it sounds decent but i want to know your opinion on this mic
Hey Bandrew, ever thought about getting one of those sexy Earthworks mics to review? Something like a QTC 30 or an M30? Barely any information about them, and I know you’re the most reliable there is. Pretty expensive though
I have thought of it...I did so happen to get a few earthworks podium style mics, and some that are used for drums that have articulating arms for SUPER cheap at an auction. Haven't even tried them yet though.
You cannot plug this into a condenser mic. The majority of these devices block ALL phantom power and use that power for the electronics inside that provide +25db of gain. Since condensers require phantom power, these will yield the microphone unusable as the mic is not receiving any power. There is a Fethead Phantom which I believe provides a dB boost and then passes phantom power through to the mic as well. I have never tried it though.
@@Podcastage Thank you so much for the answer. My point is, I love the coloring of a transformer, it would be a dream to have something like this soyuz launcher to be in the middle of the way between any mic (condenser, dynamic, ribbon) and a interface. If there is something that could be in the way of the launcher and a condenser mic, to give the mic the phantom power, my dream would be fulfilled.
@@thiago-kaz Hey, Thiago! If you are using a tube condenser mic the Launcher will work fine since the mic is already powered. To use a FET condenser, you will need a standalone phantom PSU. There are a few companies that make these so you can definitely give a try! We've done this with our condenser mic, The Bomblet and it sounded great! Just know that you will likely need to pad the input of your preamp since the signal will be much hotter than usual. If you have any questions reach out to me at Marc@SoyuzMicrophones.com
@Podcastage can you review these direct to a pc? Maybe a dynamic like sm48 -> cloud lifter etc. -> xlr to 3.5mm -> pc? I’ve been going through your videos and I’m happy with the way the sm48 sounds, but need some gain.
does the rode podmic needs extra gain power in generally? Like in most audio interfaces? So what is the best audio interface that gives enough gain? And: what do you think of the kickstarter project from Maono? the 'Maonocaster': a budget version of the rodecaster..
Podcastage i wanna ask you about a counterfeit mic called Shure sm58 that I saw it in Aliexpress for around 18$ and people that tried it said in the comment is very good with an incredible sound quality but the problem is that it has 3.5 mm jack so my question is : does the 3.5 mm can perform the full potential of the mic concerning the sound loudness so that I want only put it directly to my computer with no phantom power or even an external soundcard ? Thanks in advance.
No. 3.5mm input will not provide the full potential of any microphone regardless of whether or not it requires any voltage to work. This is due to internal Soundcards typically being terrible quality.
I like the sound, but for spoken word, I already connect a 7B into a Cloud Lifter, into a DBX 286s. Feel like if I used this, I'd have to give up the 286s... Not sure that is a trade I want to make.
I can hear a difference between the Launcher and the UR22 a lot, between the CL-1 and Launcher less difference. CL-1 seems a little cleaner but the Soyuz has a different tone....get both!?
Hello, don't know where to ask, so I'm here. I recently found an impedance converter (110 ohm to 75 ohm) XLRM to BNC. What are the scenario where I can use it?? Thanks!
Listening over RUclips with a potentially subpar headphone set up, I only noticed a subtle difference on the guitar portion. Vs just a voice over, it doesn’t feel that different, imo.
ah ur uring my my interface, i like the ur22 burst out laughing the way the said AND SOME DAM STICKERSS!!! to funny $200 is alot i use the dbx 286s Preamp as i get a bunch of features aswell as a gain boost WOOO Neumann Studio Monitors, Dammmmmmm they look Nice!
Thank you for the review, comrade {-}7 I know shit about shit when it comes to audio characteristics, but this piece of equipment has a very likeable design 😍
I don't really get the point of these devices since you can get a DBX 286s that give 60dB of clean gain and a not-so-bad processing chain for the same price
You could absolutely go that route. Some people don’t want a rack unit if they have no desire to use that processing; they just want boost to their quiet mics to run into some other preamp or interface or something.
Mics like the SM7B and Heil PR40 push that 60db gain right to the limit which can add noise the closer you get the higher end of what they do. By starting out with a 25-27db boost, you don't have to drive it so hard.
i use both the 286 and a cloudlifter and the noise (while generally only i can hear it) is very noticeable when i didn’t have the CL. since i’m live streaming, i can’t do a whole lot on the spot so every clean dB matters to me
It would be nice to hear what it sounds like on something more than guitar and static noise. I’m sure audiophiles get something out of the static noise test but for most people that’s kinda useless. people buy this because of the tonality it gives which you did not really demonstrate much
Hi! I know it's offtopic but wanted to quickly ask you, what will be the best XLR condenser microphone (cardioid polar pattern) for around $30-$35? It will be used for making voiceovers for videos. I'm looking for a well balanced tone (so it's pleasant to listen to) and a nice proximity effect, if that's possible at that price point.
I can think of a million niche use case scenarios for the Soyuz, but for everyday professional VO work, I'd stick with the CL. Do no harm (let the client's engineer handle it).
My guess is, this is made in Russia, the cloudlifter in the states, the McBoost in Canada (IIRC)...the labor in these countries is more expensive than in China. Also probably higher quality components? I’m just guessing here though.
I just don't see the point of these things since you can buy a whole interface with very clean and powerful preamps for the same money If you want a "vintage" sound there's like a million plugins to choose from or just get good at EQ? (I'm utter shit at EQ) Good review as usual
enrique kahn this is wrong. An SM7B is gain hungry. Any interface/mixer in the $200 range will still need a Fethead, CloudLifter, etc with Phantom Power engaged
Lol... taking pointers from Davie's page huh? Microphone collection reveal at 500k subs. If you like drummers check out Delta Empire, and guitar teachers with Bob Ross-ish vibe check out Eric Haugen.
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I swear to god every question I have asked and or the trouble shooting I've researched planning for something bad to happen with my SM7B, you've been my main go to every step of the way. I love this channel so damn much!!
My boy Bandrew never disappoints, I asked him about this a few weeks back. Excellent video as always!
If nothing else, it looks beautiful; Soyuz has some of the best industrial design in the audio space.
I love having watched this channel grow since I became a subscriber way back in the OG Fi-Fine 8 bit title card days. ❤️ So damn proud of you Bandrew. Keep slaying.
I love having you along for the journey man! Really means the world to me. ❤️
@@Podcastage here's to the next milestone, my friend! 😊🤘
everytime you say Soyuz Launcher, I'm thinking that you're restarting the USSR space program. LOL
Sure
This channel has the best comparison and tests I have seen for audio gear. Keep it up 👍
"Do you hear any tonal difference?" Me: *laughs in tinnitus*
I would be interested to see how it stacks when a lot of tracks are involved
I guess it is kinda off topic but does anybody know a good place to stream newly released tv shows online ?
@Waylon Emiliano Ehh try flixportal. you can find it thru google :) -levi
@Levi Kendrick Thanks, I went there and it seems like a nice service :) Appreciate it !!
@Waylon Emiliano you are welcome =)
Absolutely love mine. Give it’s such a nice harmonic overtone
Such a helpful review! Thanks
I love your videos, because all of them are premium
I Think the best of this preamp is the name 👌
Great review as always!
So the FetHead costs half and is just as good? Cheers!
Not to mention more convenient
@@arbitermatt I love these reviews. They help me a lot.
The sound of fethead and dynamite not so clean than cloudlifter...
@@FVDaudio oh that's weird? I measured the opposite. Well, not the opposite maybe, but my FetHead is cleaner then my Cloudlifter. This makes me curious. Do you have the s/n of your Cloudlifter and the s/n of your FetHead for me?
I purchased Dynamite, for 99 dollars. Great, for 4.5 months, just stopped working one day, outside the return window. Purchased a Fethead, dead on arrival, purchased another one, dead on arrival... Asked for a refund, bought a Cloud Lifter... Haven't had a problem thus far. I know it's not everyone's experience, but I think sometimes, build quality is just worth the extra penny.
Thanks! Great review. I didn’t even know that such a preamp was released in Russia. In Russia, it costs the same as Cloudlifter. About $157. 😉
Soyuz is $50 more in the US ;)
@@itsneight1260 nostalgia costs
sounds like a really smooth high shelf with the soyuz, me likey
You can use it with a condensed mic you just need another source of phantom power to power the mic before the launcher
I’m still learning.
Can you explain what the chain would look like with a condenser?
I already payed 200 dollars for a pre 73 Jr, not only it can get me gain but I can also use the outpot and gain knobs to set how much color I want my voice and/or instruments to have.
I don't think the 200 price tag for the Soyuz is worth just a boost in 26db with a colored outpot you can't control. Just my 2 cents.
The feel it gave the guitar is the reason for it.
It's a extra add to musical applications, like the way you might by a transformer preamp or transformer microphone...
I would be interested to see what happens when it's added in between both.
Something even more magical or transformer optimums prime overload?
Great review, thank you.
Do we really need vegan alternatives for microphone pre-amps?
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Yes
"adequate" Thanks for the content!
Haha. My pleasure Jon. =)
What mic has the best presense and authority in your opinion?
more forward mids and a smoother highend ... i like how it sounds !!
Great review! I'd love to know what camera you use for your channel's videos. Cheers!
An interesting device, I could see some applications for it.
I just got a Fethead last month and I love it. It is the single most useful item that I've purchased next to my Saramonic SR-Pax2. Anyone dealing with dynamic microphones really should seriously think about getting an inline preamp. But, being a super tiny RUclips channel on a quarter shoestring budget, I would never have even thought of buying the Fethead if it was priced at $150.00 let alone $200.00. Ultimately, I guess, it's great to have any product in a range of prices however, the results must clearly justify the price tag. Is the Soyuz 33% better in quality than the Cloudlifter or 100% better than the Fethead? My budget just cannot take meh for an answer.
What I wanted to know about this you nailed, another fantastic review. Thank you
That thing sounds freaking great, excellent demo. Thanks
Привет ! Сделайте пожалуйста ещё обзор на микрофоны Союз и микрофоны Октава !
Soyouz sounds more like a vintage comp doing some few very light reductions. More or less the same aproaching that my Radial pro di do to my instruments. Cloudlifter just push the preamp interface a little more, but no adding nothing to the sound. Soyuz all the way.
It's more about aesthetic than anything. The cream color and hip logo are cool.
Simple little question: after several years of use, do you still use it to get that warm sound? I was wondering if the Soyuz could compete with preamps like the Neve? I was thinking about getting the 88M interface specifically to have that analog sound.
Love your channel I have learn so much thank alot I well love to se some test with go xlr
Thanks so much for the kind words. Happy to know it has been a resource that has helped you learn some stuff. Happy recording.
i think it would sound awesome on a mic'd bass amp and possibly as a drum room mic since it'll smooth out the transients of the cymbals bouncing against the walls in a recording
one little addition. not only for dynamic and ribbon... but also for lav mics with a power mac i.e. sennhieser G3 evolution. does great things for them
The 2 dB rolloff in the treble is probably due to the transformer in the preamp.
Overall it does seem to be producing a more vintage 1970's sound with relatively clean gain, but it's very subtle as an effect.
2:38 AND SOME DAMN STICKURZZZZZZZ
These devices basically reduce preamp noise, not ambient noise as some people will falsely claim.
Yay!
Longshot but can you test the Zoom F6, specifically as a PC DAC?
Can you use it for live vocals?
I don't see why not. As long as the mixer you're running your mic into has phantom power it should work.
Hey :) Love your stuff I have learned so much, so I have a consumer question. Why would someone pay for a cloudlifter, or this new one, when you can get the DBX 286s for the same price or 50 bucks more.. Its a real question I bought the 286 because it gives me more than enough gain, and more. thanks for all you do and happy Turkey day :)
Different tools for different use cases. The 286 is a fine and functional piece of equipment, but it is large, takes up a lot of space and performs many tasks in addition to providing solid gain. Some users don't want or need all of that. Some users don't want to have another whole large piece of gear that they need to connect to power. The Soyus device reviewed here as well as the Cloudlifter, Fethead and myriad of other similar devices are also far more portable. Also, if you are using multiple microphones, you need a 286 for each mic .You'd also need a CL, Soyus or Fethead for each mic, so it comes down to cost. If you're running a studio setup with 4 microphones and want to put some sort of pre in line on all of them, 4 of the 286s or Soyus units is going to be $800. Make that $600 for Cloudlifters, and when I bought my Fetheads, they were $90 a pop, so that's $360. So economics wins for a lot of people. Lastly, with a device like the 286, the learning curve may be a bit more than some people want to take on. The added functionality; gate, compressor and such and all of the knobs that go with these functions can be daunting for many users. Let's also not forget that when using those functions, they are baked into your recording, so if the compressor is set wonky and the gate opens and closes seemingly with a mind of its own, you can't unring the bell, it's there for all to hear and nary a post production miracle is going to save it.
Ultimately people need to figure out their work flow and find the solution that works best for them. I thank you, Bandrew, for the informative and often entertaining videos! You've helped influence some of my buying decisions. Cheers!
Can you check out the royer d booster and compare it to the cloudlifter?
What will come first: a shootout of all the crumpled up stickers or a updated USB audio interface shootout including the ART USB Mix and some other mid-tier interfaces?
I would like to see a Thronmax Pulse M8 mic review on this channel if possible, seeing other reviews it sounds decent but i want to know your opinion on this mic
can you review the Klark Teknik Mic Booster CM-1?
It sounds like it compresses or glues a tad bit as well, could just be placebo idk
Placebo is a word that should be used more when describing and reviewing audio gear
Let me get them stickers for my poetry notebook...
Конденсаторный микрофон, также ламповый также можно подключить. Проверено.
Soyuz nerushimy respublik svobodnykh
Splotila naveki velikaya Rus'!
Da zdravstvuyet sozdanny voley narodov
Yediny, moguchy Sovetsky Soyuz!
Hey Bandrew, ever thought about getting one of those sexy Earthworks mics to review? Something like a QTC 30 or an M30? Barely any information about them, and I know you’re the most reliable there is. Pretty expensive though
I have thought of it...I did so happen to get a few earthworks podium style mics, and some that are used for drums that have articulating arms for SUPER cheap at an auction. Haven't even tried them yet though.
Can you make a review of FEL Mini MicBooster Preamp? Another small preamp which passes through fantom power.
Can you plug a condenser mic on it? Will it work?
You cannot plug this into a condenser mic. The majority of these devices block ALL phantom power and use that power for the electronics inside that provide +25db of gain. Since condensers require phantom power, these will yield the microphone unusable as the mic is not receiving any power. There is a Fethead Phantom which I believe provides a dB boost and then passes phantom power through to the mic as well. I have never tried it though.
@@Podcastage Thank you so much for the answer. My point is, I love the coloring of a transformer, it would be a dream to have something like this soyuz launcher to be in the middle of the way between any mic (condenser, dynamic, ribbon) and a interface. If there is something that could be in the way of the launcher and a condenser mic, to give the mic the phantom power, my dream would be fulfilled.
@@thiago-kaz Hey, Thiago! If you are using a tube condenser mic the Launcher will work fine since the mic is already powered. To use a FET condenser, you will need a standalone phantom PSU. There are a few companies that make these so you can definitely give a try! We've done this with our condenser mic, The Bomblet and it sounded great! Just know that you will likely need to pad the input of your preamp since the signal will be much hotter than usual. If you have any questions reach out to me at Marc@SoyuzMicrophones.com
@Podcastage can you review these direct to a pc? Maybe a dynamic like sm48 -> cloud lifter etc. -> xlr to 3.5mm -> pc?
I’ve been going through your videos and I’m happy with the way the sm48 sounds, but need some gain.
You can't use this direct to PC's because they require phantom power. Computers 3.5mm inputs do not provide phantom power.
Podcastage I have a neewer phantom power supply from my old kit, would that be sufficient?
does the rode podmic needs extra gain power in generally? Like in most audio interfaces? So what is the best audio interface that gives enough gain? And: what do you think of the kickstarter project from Maono? the 'Maonocaster': a budget version of the rodecaster..
Podcastage i wanna ask you about a counterfeit mic called Shure sm58 that I saw it in Aliexpress for around 18$ and people that tried it said in the comment is very good with an incredible sound quality but the problem is that it has 3.5 mm jack so my question is : does the 3.5 mm can perform the full potential of the mic concerning the sound loudness so that I want only put it directly to my computer with no phantom power or even an external soundcard ? Thanks in advance.
No. 3.5mm input will not provide the full potential of any microphone regardless of whether or not it requires any voltage to work. This is due to internal Soundcards typically being terrible quality.
@@Podcastagethank you for answering, so does the external sound card can provide enough power for the mic I mean the loudness again..
@@Podcastagein your opinion what is the solution for this mic so that can work without the phantom power or the audio interface?
Hey there,
What is the name of the camera you use ?
And can I plug a mic in it ?!
Canon 90d. It has a 3.5mm mic input. You can connect mics to it but canons mic pres are pretty bad.
@@Podcastage can I use sony mic or hyper x mic
I'd love to open it up and find out what the heck it's made of. Thanks for the vid
Got the se electronics dynamite for my sm7b, works well in my opinion, but im no expert
Yeah. I have that one as well. Does everything it needs to do to boost the signal.
I like the sound, but for spoken word, I already connect a 7B into a Cloud Lifter, into a DBX 286s. Feel like if I used this, I'd have to give up the 286s... Not sure that is a trade I want to make.
I can hear a difference between the Launcher and the UR22 a lot, between the CL-1 and Launcher less difference. CL-1 seems a little cleaner but the Soyuz has a different tone....get both!?
Hello, don't know where to ask, so I'm here. I recently found an impedance converter (110 ohm to 75 ohm) XLRM to BNC. What are the scenario where I can use it?? Thanks!
what's the problem about stickers?
Hey brother, Is it okay to buy Samson c01u pro condenser microphone in 2019? Or suggest some best condenser microphone under $75.
U87 in the background? Nice.
Shhhh. Secrets.
Listening over RUclips with a potentially subpar headphone set up, I only noticed a subtle difference on the guitar portion. Vs just a voice over, it doesn’t feel that different, imo.
Surely you could just copy that EQ curve you shared on screen in a DAW for a very similar sound? $200 for a different EQ curve is excessive
Podcastage, I have a dynamic mic, but it's USB mic (AT2100x-USB). Will this amp work with my USB mic too? Thx.
Both guitars and vocals sound softer and better with Launcher...Less need for deesser while mixing.
If the Tesla glass breaking was intentional, then the galaxy fold breaking might have been deliberate????
ah ur uring my my interface, i like the ur22
burst out laughing the way the said AND SOME DAM STICKERSS!!! to funny
$200 is alot
i use the dbx 286s Preamp as i get a bunch of features aswell as a gain boost
WOOO
Neumann Studio Monitors, Dammmmmmm they look Nice!
Thank you for the review, comrade {-}7
I know shit about shit when it comes to audio characteristics, but this piece of equipment has a very likeable design 😍
hmm soyuz its, like, union?
like, Soviet Union?
Hi Podcaststage what program do you use to analyze the spectrogram?
For the frequency response measurement I used REW (still learning it) and for the analysis of the spectrogram I am using the 1st gen Izotope insight.
@@Podcastage thanks! :)
May be worth to contact with Oktava (russian mic company), they also make some great mics. For example oktava MK-012-01, and oktava MK-319.
I actually got an email from them recently.
I have a very old Sm7a if you want me to send it for you for review?
The sm7a is the same as the sm7b. I was able to track down a very low serial number SM7 from the 70’s though. I’ll be doing a review / comparison.
I don't really get the point of these devices since you can get a DBX 286s that give 60dB of clean gain and a not-so-bad processing chain for the same price
You could absolutely go that route. Some people don’t want a rack unit if they have no desire to use that processing; they just want boost to their quiet mics to run into some other preamp or interface or something.
Mics like the SM7B and Heil PR40 push that 60db gain right to the limit which can add noise the closer you get the higher end of what they do. By starting out with a 25-27db boost, you don't have to drive it so hard.
i use both the 286 and a cloudlifter and the noise (while generally only i can hear it) is very noticeable when i didn’t have the CL. since i’m live streaming, i can’t do a whole lot on the spot so every clean dB matters to me
sounds pretty the same with the cloudlifter on vocals tbh
at this point all companies are doubling up on their sticker distribution to their products.
It would be nice to hear what it sounds like on something more than guitar and static noise. I’m sure audiophiles get something out of the static noise test but for most people that’s kinda useless. people buy this because of the tonality it gives which you did not really demonstrate much
Cloudlifter is little louder a and clarity is better, the Launcher sounds like a Foam piece is on the mic, but not bad.
I wish I could hear a difference.
Hi! I know it's offtopic but wanted to quickly ask you, what will be the best XLR condenser microphone (cardioid polar pattern) for around $30-$35? It will be used for making voiceovers for videos. I'm looking for a well balanced tone (so it's pleasant to listen to) and a nice proximity effect, if that's possible at that price point.
I can think of a million niche use case scenarios for the Soyuz, but for everyday professional VO work, I'd stick with the CL. Do no harm (let the client's engineer handle it).
"a little bit noisy" preamps on Steinberg? Damn, you wouldn't like to listen to Line6 UX1 preamp...
I have had that interface for like 1.5 years. Still haven’t even taken it out of the box.
Союз :))
The video was great but your mic has a weird 15k~20k frequency which is bugging my ears XD.
It does... something.
why are these little things so expensive
My guess is, this is made in Russia, the cloudlifter in the states, the McBoost in Canada (IIRC)...the labor in these countries is more expensive than in China. Also probably higher quality components? I’m just guessing here though.
you seem to be worried in this review Bandrew, like if russian mafia was watching you
This and a TLM 103 is END GAME.
what we have here is a $50 "phantom noise"... ie, the Soyuz is $50 more for absolutely no reason at all.
it's pronounced "sahyooz," not "soy use" Soyuz = Union, like Sovietsky Soyuz (Soviet Union)
I just don't see the point of these things since you can buy a whole interface with very clean and powerful preamps for the same money
If you want a "vintage" sound there's like a million plugins to choose from or just get good at EQ? (I'm utter shit at EQ)
Good review as usual
enrique kahn this is wrong. An SM7B is gain hungry. Any interface/mixer in the $200 range will still need a Fethead, CloudLifter, etc with Phantom Power engaged
@@NathanielBlank I suggest you watch Julian Krauze's actual test of that hypothesis
Police were on their way weren't they?
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Nice but most definitely a specific use product where a vintage/retro sound is required.
Lol... taking pointers from Davie's page huh? Microphone collection reveal at 500k subs.
If you like drummers check out Delta Empire, and guitar teachers with Bob Ross-ish vibe check out Eric Haugen.
Exactly.
The Soyuz is a bit noisier
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