i found this mic a while back and i love it. my band teacher was surprised when i told him i have a mic just as good as his treasured 58, if not better. he tested my xm8500 and he was floored. i love it.
@@Podcastage hello my xlr to usb cable is working perfectly with Bm 800 but the audio level of the cable with behringer ba85a on 100 audio level is so low and I have to be so close for the ba85a sound to be heard Is there a problem in the cable ?
Still a really good microphone, even with the price up close to $30. I offered to help a co-worker get set up with an inexpensive and simple mic for recording training videos, and she is NOT a tech or audio nut like me. (Also, I was motivated to make it sound good because otherwise it would be my job to clean the audio up, since no one else on the team knows how.) After much experimenting, I ended up recommending a Behringer XM8500 (added a foam windscreen), with an XLR to 3.5mm cable into a USB soundcard. And although I would not use any of those 3 things myself these days, it all works damn good for her and it's just plug-and-play. Do not underestimate this microphone.
To update this, I ended up recommending she spend anothr $30 use that mic with a Behringer U-Phoria UM2 interface. The USB soundcard worked OK for a while but then went flaky just as I should have remembered from earlier experiments years ago. No regrets about the mic recommendation though.
I was able to purchase 5 of these for live performances for the price of one SM58, plus if one happens to get busted lost or stolen it's only $20 to replace. Most of the gear sites have stellar reviews too. For studio recording I think it would be better to climb up the audio food chain a bit but these are plenty good for live shows.
I actually prefer the XM8500 to the SM58. Funny he said he found the 8500 was muddier as that's not my experience. For me the XM8500 is a little less muddy and I like the boost in the mid frequencies.
Thanks to your recommendation, I recorded about 20 episodes of my podcast using this mic (and the Behriger UCM22). I've since upgraded, but now my son (and co-host) uses it every week. As a guy who knew NOTHING about mics and sound less than a year ago, I can't tell you how valuable your videos have been. I am now obsessed with mics and budget audio in general, and yourself, Bronson and Bark (the Holy Trinity IMO) have provided me with countless hours of information and entertainment as I grow my new favourite hobby: podcasting with my son. This new hobby has honestly made this pandemic and extended time at home somewhat bearable, and honestly, without your help, I would never have done it - seriously. I can never thank you enough for the world you have opened my eyes to. You have literally changed my life (for the better, I think)! Here's to many more Tuesdays of celebrating your latest video!
@@aakashpai5185 Sure! It was the boom arm and that came with my Neewer NW7000, and just a cheap windscreen I had lying around (could very well have been my Neewer one as well) - no pop filter. Mic aimed at the corner of my mouth, about four inches away. My son still uses the XM8500 to this day! Hope this helps!
Hi Bandrew: Do you recommend to buy a Fethead for this mic, working with an UMC22 interface? Because it's my current setup. Use intention: Podcast or speech video in untreated regular bedroom.
Thanks for the review Bandrew! Big ol' thumbs up! Just ordered this mic for some voice over work and will be running it through a Mackie Onyx Blackjack interface. Cheers!
Seems like the XM8500 really thrashed the Shure SM58 with the electric guitar. The bottom end just died on the Shure, along with some volume. I recently had to use the XM8500 to mic electric guitar, and drums, I was pretty shocked that it worked out with a 20 dollar mic. This is what prompted me to find out more about this mic. I'd of rather used a proper kick drum mic, but the band showed up without mics, other than vocal and harmonica mics. In a pinch it saved the night.
This sounds amazing, thanks for reviewing. I couldn't really tell in the video -- does this mic get loud enough to use without requiring any post boost?
Hey man, Great Video. Just wondering if it came with a cable or if I would need to by it seperately. If it didn't, can you recommend any XLR to 3.5mm? Cheers.
Ran this side by side for a concert against an SM58. Outside of sounding a bit darker, it really holds its own. I'd get it over the Aliexpress/Neewer Electret microphones, if I didn't already have a D5.
What cheap support would you recommend to pair with this to avoiding picking a mechanical keyboard sound? For voice chat purposes, every other option I found is either not cardioid, is a condenser mic with the need of phantom power, or uses USB which is bugged in Windows 8 or 10 with horrible amplification (I already tried and the amp bug is real). I assume for voice chat quality the XLR to 3.5mm cable would suffice, no need to spend extra on better quality pre-amp USB interface, right? THANK YOU so much for your reviews. Really awesome job with soooo many videos. Hats off to you.
I love your reviews and recently picked up this mic and plugged it into my PC with XLR to USB cable. But all my friends on Discord says that I'm extremely quiet. I tried all USB ports on my PC and already raised my output level on DC to max. Anything else I could do? Thanks!
Hey, I'm just looking at getting a mic for chatting with friends when gaming. I don't want a headset (I've got nice headphones that I'd feel bad sitting there), just some nice audio quality. Antlion Mod-mics are a bit expensive here in the UK, so I was looking at something like this... Would you say this and an XLR to USB (and a stand of course) would be better than say a BR-700/800 and a phantom power supply? This would be £35 (inc stand) where the BR700/800 would be £40. Any advice would be awesome. Also, keep doing what your doing, your vids a great. Thanks.
I been watching reviews and i love the sound of this mic, the only thing i do not really like is that it does not have an On/Off swticher, so my question is, are there a next level of this same brand and quality mic, but with swithcher ? Thanks for your Awesome reviews !!
I would like to know. Is there advantage to have switcher on microphone when connecting to dac but not using? Tonor k1 has, some are saing a little nouse from devices with that microphone.
Hi this is my first time ever buying a mic and im wondering do you just plug the xlr to usb right into your computer? And i know you kinda talk about it in the video but im not sure
One things for sure. The SM58 is SIGNIFICANTLY more durable than the XM8500 and has an internal shockmount unlike the XM8500. I took both apart and although the Behringer looks and feels nice on the outside, the cheapness definitely shows on the inside. I recommend being pretty gentle with the XM8500. For $20.00 though it is excellent but there is a reason the SM58 costs more. The SM58 is a better and much more durable microphone. When it comes to sound they are both good but the comparison ends there. I like both but prefer my SM58.
Hello sir im a new subscriber to your channel... Can u please tell which mic is most appropriate for live singing in the video??? The shuresm58 or the behringer xm8500????
I just bought this, it's not what I thought. I thought it comes with everything I needed to do. All I wanted this mic for is at a Family Reunion to speak...My question is, what do I do to be able to use this thing?
Hey bandrew.....you didn't make mention of the mic's ability to handle plosives....and do you think a pop filter should be used with this xm8500?.......finally, what brand is that scissors arm you use, to do mic tests....thanks
Hello! Just subbed as your videos are awesome and very helpful. I was trying to decide between this microphone and the Shure SM58 and I've made my decision to go with the Behringer XM8500. I just have a question for you as I'm not sure how to best set this up. I think that I am able to directly connect the Behringer XM8500 to my Mac as long as I get the right cable. However, the sound quality won't be as good as if I was to use an audio interface? I was looking to purchase a Scarlett Solo to use and I think that I just need a simple XLR cable to attach everything together? Basically, do I need an audio interface with this microphone and if yes, is it just the simple M/F Xlr cable that I need? Alternatively, will a XLR to 3.5 Jack produce a good sound quality without an audio interface? Thanks so much for your helpful videos! =)
Podcastage Thanks so much for your help. I got everything in the post and set it all up today. The quality is pretty decent however the volume is quite low even at max gain on the Scarlett solo. Any thoughts? I'm close to the microphone so that shouldn't be an issue.
Hello. I would like to ask you the following. I have the ΧM8500 and Behringer UMC 204 hd audio interface. So when I connect the microphone to the audio interface to have as many louder vocals as possible the pad button must be pressed or not, also the button on the line or instrument; Generally what I ask is what settings should I make so that my voice is heard loudly. Thank you very much.
if I use it with a Behringer Ultravoice XM8500 will I get a good sound? right now with a dinamic mic jbl100 I hear a buz only hwen speeking, don t know if it s because of the electromagnetic polution around...any idea?
Hi, Podcastage! Would you suggest this mic for home vocal recordings ; some smaller gigs and vocal training at home in general?? Heard you also talking about your favorite dynamic mic in your other mic's reviews. Curious to know, which one is your favourite? Your professional reply would mean A TON !!
Karl. I think this would be perfect for that type of use case. For $20, I don't think you could go wrong at all. My personal favorite dynamic is the SM7b.
How would this compare to the AT2005USB, IF the USB function were not a factor? I just bought the at2005, but decided shortly after to buy the umc202hd interface, and no longer require the usb function. Considering an exchange for this one.
So I bought the Behringer mic and the cable you listed, but for some reason when I connect the USB to XLR cable to the XM8500 on my computer, it hardly records anything I say, just like the XLR to 3.5mm I have. Do I have to follow any other steps?
Your xm8500 is very loud whereas, mine sounds so low. I have to be near at 5cm distance to record. I am using a usb audio mixer for recording into my laptop. Please help, what should I do become loud like you are in this video? @podcastage
+Sir Nigel Cogs Gaming Yeah...that's the problem I'm having. All these videos are getting boring. It's just "decent mic"..."decent mic"..."decent mic"... Ugh! I long for the days of coming across a complete pile of crap.
Sir Nigel Cogs Gaming Talking about that. I had a buddy who runs a studio. He got an old speaker, and used it as a kick drum mic. I don't remember how it sounded, but super cool idea.
Podcastage Heck, why not. If it works, it works. I know a guy that recorded a vocal track with a kick drum mic and I know some people like to use an EV RE320 in kick drum mode for voice-overs and spoken word.
Thanks for the video. I have two questions if you could help me: 1. Does it come with a microphone clip? 2. What brand of the XLR to USB cable do you use? Can you put the model here? I've seen some complaints about cables like these being noisy, sound quality loss, etc. This one seems to be fine. Thank you!
Hey bro..I dont know if you are reading this or not..but if you are plz reply because I am really confused..so my question is which one should i buy..behringer xm8500 or senheiser xs1 or shure sv200..i saw your shure video as well..but still i dont know which one should i buy..my voice is lil bit husky/not too much low..so plz suggest me mic in three of these..?? Budget is almost the same..plz suggest me in quality not budget..
oh hey, suggestion: For related mics, why not leave a card that links to that video? for example, you mentioned the pdmic58 which was done a short while back. we may want to refresh our memory on that interview. more views for you too ;) hehe
+Podcastage yeahh it's a fair bit of extra work. especially if you have poor attention retention like me haha but it helps add to the audience experience
I'm a big fan of u watch every video of yours please I need a help regarding this mic xm8500 what would u suggest that should I connect this mic with xlr to 3.5 jack or xlr to usb as please give me the link ware can I buy that cable regards....
Internal soundcards suck, so xlr to usb would probably be the better option. If you're able, I would suggest a USB Audio Interface instead, but based on your question, it sounds like that's slightly out of your budget.
Podcastage thanks for your suggestion. example if I connect 3.5 mm Jack to syba sound card or xlr to usb or audio interface which would be better because I'm looking to record vocals haann ur right I'm slightly low on my budget...please give me the link of audio interface regards will be waiting for your reply...
I'm wanting to start a DnD podcast, and because of that I have to buy multiple mics. I'm on a budget but I still want to sound professional.Would you recommend the xm8500 or maybe a better sounding one within around 50$ As well as a Audio interface within the same price range? Thank you so much, your videos help a lot
+Quocamole1206 I keep them to answer future questions about the microphones as well as future videos I do comparing items. Also, I buy every single microphone with my own money, so I can't afford to give them away. Maybe one day though.
+Podcastage Lol i think you should keep them, as mementos at least for when you get bigger you can look at your mics and remember where you started from.
hi. i have got xm8500 right now.i am think about upgrading it to at2020 usb+ do you is it worth to upgrade? i know at is more professional but im still not sure.you can hear my voice in my last video. what do you think? and thanks for review +1
I recently bought a Blue Yeti to start using while i was gaming and recording. But it just picks up way to much background noise. This microphone should surely be better at not picking up background noise. But my question is that on some videos i can hear some low volume background noise, like a low volume hissing. And I want to know if it gets removed with a usb audio interface?
How would you know the original and class A replica BEHRINGER XM8500? How true that class A comes with the black printed carton box the original comes with a white carton box?
So you want to tell me I can buy 5 xm800s for the price of sm58? I'm taking the entire stock!!! I actually own one and can tell that it's really good even not considering the price. Just hook it up to a normal audio interface such as behringer umc22 or something better from steinberg or focusrite and it will sound very good
Soooo.... do you have stock options in the Pyle 58 that you keep pushing it over it most others ?? And by the way, what do most folks care about a mic when you are 3 to 4 feet away from it ??
Hey, Podcastage, I need your help! Today I bought this microphone to use it simultaneously with my RODE NT-1000 mic, both of them connected to my YAMAHA console MG12XUK. But as you know, the RODE NT-1000 needs phantom power! So, if I have activated the phantom power from my console, would there be any danger of damaging the Behringer XM8500 mic? Would there be any problem at all? Would there be danger of damaging my console too? I don't know what to do! I have read countless forums about mics but there are people who claim that they could be problems damaging the mic (and the console too) and there are some others who claim the exact opposite (thet there would be no problem at all)! So, the forums haven't helped! So, what do you think? Please help!!! Thanks in advance and happy new year!!!
Hey! Have the Behringer UM2 now in house but can't hear a difference if I use the Behringer MDX 2600 to have closed. Setup: Behringer XM8500, xlr to xlr, xlr to xlr in Behringer MDX 2600 in Behringer UM2, do you know what to do?
Newbie question: can I connect this to the PC directly (using the XLR to 3.5/USB)? I'm guessing this needs an amp before it goes into the PC (my motherboard has a 3.5mm Jack in to accept mic inputs)
I think my dad owns 3 of them! He said he got all 3 for $100 total, and he messed around with an Alesis mixer's EQ and made them sound the same to the SM58.
Can I ask what software you use to record? and how the mic is configured in terms of gain etc? I bought this mic for recording but it's still picking up a lot of background noise...(XLR to 3.5mm cable into HDE 7.1 usb soundcard) I want to reduce the sensitivity if possible to make it sound more like yours in your keyboard tapping test...( I'm using audacity cos I'm on a tight budget)..thanks for any help!
Sir I have a question... Im using a UMC 202 Hd audio interface should I buy this mic for a good quality of vocal recording.. Because I don't have a sound proof room so that I can use a condenser mic.. I just want to record my vocal into it.
Thank youuu so much, may I ask, would an XLR to 3.5 mm cable work with it? Or does it have to be a usb? I’m so new to this sorry. Would it work on any laptop? Thank youuuu for all the help 🙏
both of those methods don't work well anymore. get the behringer umc22 or m track solo/duo interface and connect it to the microphone then connect the interface to your computer.
i found this mic a while back and i love it.
my band teacher was surprised when i told him i have a mic just as good as his treasured 58, if not better. he tested my xm8500 and he was floored. i love it.
+Ashton Scott Haha. Oh yeah. The performance is super close and for 1/5th the cost, you can't complain. It's a great piece of gear.
+Podcastage i like it for it's low end. it makes everything sound SUPER thick and heavy
hell yea, the SM58 has a run for its money XD
Is it wireless also
@@iSupportmediagroup no lmao, good mics are never wireless
Would love to see you revisit this mic connected to an actual audio interface as compared to the XLR to USB or 3.5mm cable
I've seen a bunch of your reviews and you're the best.
Thank you kindly!
@@Podcastage hello my xlr to usb cable is working perfectly with Bm 800 but the audio level of the cable with behringer ba85a on 100 audio level is so low and I have to be so close for the ba85a sound to be heard
Is there a problem in the cable ?
So you're telling me no sticker??? I refuse to buy ANY microphone without a sticker.
My hero
If I'm going to spend $23 on a mic, I better get a sticker.
Still a really good microphone, even with the price up close to $30. I offered to help a co-worker get set up with an inexpensive and simple mic for recording training videos, and she is NOT a tech or audio nut like me. (Also, I was motivated to make it sound good because otherwise it would be my job to clean the audio up, since no one else on the team knows how.) After much experimenting, I ended up recommending a Behringer XM8500 (added a foam windscreen), with an XLR to 3.5mm cable into a USB soundcard. And although I would not use any of those 3 things myself these days, it all works damn good for her and it's just plug-and-play. Do not underestimate this microphone.
To update this, I ended up recommending she spend anothr $30 use that mic with a Behringer U-Phoria UM2 interface. The USB soundcard worked OK for a while but then went flaky just as I should have remembered from earlier experiments years ago. No regrets about the mic recommendation though.
Can't wait to get mine. How I wish it comes with an xlr cable.
your tests are very relatable man..I'm subscribing..
What doest relatable meab
I hope all gear demos be like this.. Thank you sir!
I was able to purchase 5 of these for live performances for the price of one SM58, plus if one happens to get busted lost or stolen it's only $20 to replace. Most of the gear sites have stellar reviews too. For studio recording I think it would be better to climb up the audio food chain a bit but these are plenty good for live shows.
I actually prefer the XM8500 to the SM58. Funny he said he found the 8500 was muddier as that's not my experience. For me the XM8500 is a little less muddy and I like the boost in the mid frequencies.
I really appreciate these videos. You've probably saved me an insane amount of money
Thank you so much for this review. I've been looking for a really cheap mic to record some school projects with, and this seems like a perfect fit. :D
Thanks to your recommendation, I recorded about 20 episodes of my podcast using this mic (and the Behriger UCM22). I've since upgraded, but now my son (and co-host) uses it every week.
As a guy who knew NOTHING about mics and sound less than a year ago, I can't tell you how valuable your videos have been. I am now obsessed with mics and budget audio in general, and yourself, Bronson and Bark (the Holy Trinity IMO) have provided me with countless hours of information and entertainment as I grow my new favourite hobby: podcasting with my son. This new hobby has honestly made this pandemic and extended time at home somewhat bearable, and honestly, without your help, I would never have done it - seriously. I can never thank you enough for the world you have opened my eyes to. You have literally changed my life (for the better, I think)!
Here's to many more Tuesdays of celebrating your latest video!
Hey man can you tell me what mic arm you used and what windscreen and xlr cable you used for this mic? Thank You!
@@aakashpai5185 Sure! It was the boom arm and that came with my Neewer NW7000, and just a cheap windscreen I had lying around (could very well have been my Neewer one as well) - no pop filter. Mic aimed at the corner of my mouth, about four inches away. My son still uses the XM8500 to this day! Hope this helps!
@@fnswrestling thank you!
@@aakashpai5185 My pleasure! Honestly thrilled that someone asked!
I wish you did this mic test with an XLR interface like your 2i2.
Hi Bandrew: Do you recommend to buy a Fethead for this mic, working with an UMC22 interface? Because it's my current setup. Use intention: Podcast or speech video in untreated regular bedroom.
Thanks for the vid. I agree that the Behringer was louder than the Shure. I could really hear this with the electric guitar demo. It's a nice mic.
Glad I decide to order this as my at2020 is to sensitive in my new recording environment.
Thanks for the review Bandrew! Big ol' thumbs up!
Just ordered this mic for some voice over work and will be running it through a Mackie Onyx Blackjack interface. Cheers!
pretty good for 20 dollars
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@@TheShmrsh tf where
@@johnmyyy4230 at local consumer's website where you can sell/buy new/used stuff. I bet you have such websites at place where you live
@@TheShmrsh no, I don't
Seems like the XM8500 really thrashed the Shure SM58 with the electric guitar. The bottom end just died on the Shure, along with some volume. I recently had to use the XM8500 to mic electric guitar, and drums, I was pretty shocked that it worked out with a 20 dollar mic.
This is what prompted me to find out more about this mic. I'd of rather used a proper kick drum mic, but the band showed up without mics, other than vocal and harmonica mics. In a pinch it saved the night.
Would you consider re-reviewing some of the mics you tested a long time ago like this one, under the more current conditions?
Came here right after watching your most recent review of the Amazon $20 mic. ... the room has changed over the years! :)
he is so young here, 80's were crazy........................
🙏🙏 Please do a video, comparing the bm8000 and the Behringer XM8500.
Thx for the awesome review! How is this mic in comparison to the Samson q2u for singing?
This sounds amazing, thanks for reviewing. I couldn't really tell in the video -- does this mic get loud enough to use without requiring any post boost?
I mean, with the XLR to USB
Won't be super loud.
Love the review man. Let's say I only have the budget for either Samson q2u or Behringer XM8500 + Behringer UM2, which route should I go?
Which one did you get? Im currently torn between these two.
the background sound cancellation is really good on this mike
Hey man, Great Video. Just wondering if it came with a cable or if I would need to by it seperately. If it didn't, can you recommend any XLR to 3.5mm? Cheers.
Ran this side by side for a concert against an SM58. Outside of sounding a bit darker, it really holds its own. I'd get it over the Aliexpress/Neewer Electret microphones, if I didn't already have a D5.
Bandrew, you rock, dude! Any discernable difference between this and the xm1800s?
So i literally type in every microphone I find on amazon to see if you've done it and you have, you're a god. lol
What cheap support would you recommend to pair with this to avoiding picking a mechanical keyboard sound?
For voice chat purposes, every other option I found is either not cardioid, is a condenser mic with the need of phantom power, or uses USB which is bugged in Windows 8 or 10 with horrible amplification (I already tried and the amp bug is real). I assume for voice chat quality the XLR to 3.5mm cable would suffice, no need to spend extra on better quality pre-amp USB interface, right?
THANK YOU so much for your reviews. Really awesome job with soooo many videos. Hats off to you.
I love your reviews and recently picked up this mic and plugged it into my PC with XLR to USB cable. But all my friends on Discord says that I'm extremely quiet. I tried all USB ports on my PC and already raised my output level on DC to max. Anything else I could do? Thanks!
Awesome video man. Only review to test how it sounds at different distances! Not buying now. 10/10
for longer distances you should probably get a shotgun mic
Nice review and even better to see the figure 8 vynil standing behind you from the always missed master E.Smith...😍😍😍
Hey, I'm just looking at getting a mic for chatting with friends when gaming. I don't want a headset (I've got nice headphones that I'd feel bad sitting there), just some nice audio quality. Antlion Mod-mics are a bit expensive here in the UK, so I was looking at something like this... Would you say this and an XLR to USB (and a stand of course) would be better than say a BR-700/800 and a phantom power supply? This would be £35 (inc stand) where the BR700/800 would be £40. Any advice would be awesome. Also, keep doing what your doing, your vids a great. Thanks.
+Lewis Edwards I think this would be easiest and most consistent results.
I been watching reviews and i love the sound of this mic, the only thing i do not really like is that it does not have an On/Off swticher, so my question is, are there a next level of this same brand and quality mic, but with swithcher ?
Thanks for your Awesome reviews !!
audio technica atr 1300x?
I would like to know. Is there advantage to have switcher on microphone when connecting to dac but not using? Tonor k1 has, some are saing a little nouse from devices with that microphone.
Hi this is my first time ever buying a mic and im wondering do you just plug the xlr to usb right into your computer? And i know you kinda talk about it in the video but im not sure
Because the mic is only 20-30 just pick up a cheap interface
One things for sure. The SM58 is SIGNIFICANTLY more durable than the XM8500 and has an internal shockmount unlike the XM8500. I took both apart and although the Behringer looks and feels nice on the outside, the cheapness definitely shows on the inside. I recommend being pretty gentle with the XM8500. For $20.00 though it is excellent but there is a reason the SM58 costs more. The SM58 is a better and much more durable microphone. When it comes to sound they are both good but the comparison ends there. I like both but prefer my SM58.
How much was the boost when the XM8500 was hooked up to your computer using the XLR to 3.5mm cable ?
No worries , if you can't remember it now .
wait, why arent you just using normal xlr into an actual pre-amp?
Hey there, can you please help me out 🙏🙏I really want to know which microphone would you prefer for vocal recordings, Bm 800 or Xm8500?
I have bm800 but it picks surrounding sounds alot
I bought this microphon and it has a lot of noise, but in this video sound is very clear... WHY?
Hello sir im a new subscriber to your channel... Can u please tell which mic is most appropriate for live singing in the video??? The shuresm58 or the behringer xm8500????
I like the tone of the sm58 a lot more, but if you want to spend $20 on a mic instead of $100, then go with the XM8500.
I just bought this, it's not what I thought. I thought it comes with everything I needed to do. All I wanted this mic for is at a Family Reunion to speak...My question is, what do I do to be able to use this thing?
Do you have an xlr microphone cable?
You can find then for quite cheap....
Do you have some one with a pa system or speakers or an amp?
Hey bandrew.....you didn't make mention of the mic's ability to handle plosives....and do you think a pop filter should be used with this xm8500?.......finally, what brand is that scissors arm you use, to do mic tests....thanks
Hello! Just subbed as your videos are awesome and very helpful. I was trying to decide between this microphone and the Shure SM58 and I've made my decision to go with the Behringer XM8500.
I just have a question for you as I'm not sure how to best set this up. I think that I am able to directly connect the Behringer XM8500 to my Mac as long as I get the right cable. However, the sound quality won't be as good as if I was to use an audio interface?
I was looking to purchase a Scarlett Solo to use and I think that I just need a simple XLR cable to attach everything together?
Basically, do I need an audio interface with this microphone and if yes, is it just the simple M/F Xlr cable that I need? Alternatively, will a XLR to 3.5 Jack produce a good sound quality without an audio interface?
Thanks so much for your helpful videos! =)
Yes I only suggest connecting XLR mics with USB Audio Interfaces. A simple XLR to XLR cable would be all you need to connect this to a scarlett solo.
Podcastage Thanks so much for your help. I got everything in the post and set it all up today. The quality is pretty decent however the volume is quite low even at max gain on the Scarlett solo. Any thoughts?
I'm close to the microphone so that shouldn't be an issue.
It sounds this good just directly plugged to the pc? (No Phantom Power nor a sound card?)
your videos are very helpful in deciding which mic to get, thanks!
Hello. I would like to ask you the following. I have the ΧM8500 and Behringer UMC 204 hd audio interface. So when I connect the microphone to the audio interface to have as many louder vocals as possible the pad button must be pressed or not, also the button on the line or instrument; Generally what I ask is what settings should I make so that my voice is heard loudly. Thank you very much.
if I use it with a Behringer Ultravoice XM8500 will I get a good sound? right now with a dinamic mic jbl100 I hear a buz only hwen speeking, don t know if it s because of the electromagnetic polution around...any idea?
thanks for the review..would it have a better output if i use it with an audio interface such as Behringer 302usb..?
As opposed to what? Plugging it directly in to your computer? Yes.
thanks a lot... :3
Hi, Podcastage!
Would you suggest this mic for home vocal recordings ; some smaller gigs and vocal training at home in general??
Heard you also talking about your favorite dynamic mic in your other mic's reviews. Curious to know, which one is your favourite?
Your professional reply would mean A TON !!
Karl. I think this would be perfect for that type of use case. For $20, I don't think you could go wrong at all. My personal favorite dynamic is the SM7b.
Can you please do a review on the behringer xm1800s!
How would this compare to the AT2005USB, IF the USB function were not a factor? I just bought the at2005, but decided shortly after to buy the umc202hd interface, and no longer require the usb function. Considering an exchange for this one.
Very professional vid nice editing too. Do you happen to know the numeric impedance of the BehringerXM8500 PLS.?
quick google search says 150-ohms.
So I bought the Behringer mic and the cable you listed, but for some reason when I connect the USB to XLR cable to the XM8500 on my computer, it hardly records anything I say, just like the XLR to 3.5mm I have. Do I have to follow any other steps?
Hi! Thank you, very helpful! I'm getting a lot of background noise on my recordings with the XM8500... Any advice? I'm new to this :-)
I have a behringer xm8500 microphone, when I plug it into the computer case and record, there is excessive sizzling or wind noises, how can I fix it?
Gonna buy this through your referral link, you're doing god's work!
Your xm8500 is very loud whereas, mine sounds so low. I have to be near at 5cm distance to record. I am using a usb audio mixer for recording into my laptop. Please help, what should I do become loud like you are in this video? @podcastage
Hey Bandrew, does it have a huge plosive problem?? I have heard it does have it and is totally trash. Please help!!
I have the same mic but I have an XLR to 6mm and an adapter to 3.5mm. will XLR to USB eliminate the HUGE static?
Another fun video. And those are some decent sounds for a rather inexpensive microphone.
+Sir Nigel Cogs Gaming Yeah...that's the problem I'm having. All these videos are getting boring. It's just "decent mic"..."decent mic"..."decent mic"... Ugh! I long for the days of coming across a complete pile of crap.
Podcastage You could always plug in a pair of earbuds and talk through that. Not through any included microphone, but through the earbuds themselves.
Sir Nigel Cogs Gaming Talking about that. I had a buddy who runs a studio. He got an old speaker, and used it as a kick drum mic. I don't remember how it sounded, but super cool idea.
Podcastage Heck, why not. If it works, it works. I know a guy that recorded a vocal track with a kick drum mic and I know some people like to use an EV RE320 in kick drum mode for voice-overs and spoken word.
Thanks for the video. I have two questions if you could help me:
1. Does it come with a microphone clip?
2. What brand of the XLR to USB cable do you use? Can you put the model here? I've seen some complaints about cables like these being noisy, sound quality loss, etc. This one seems to be fine.
Thank you!
1. 00:57
2. check description
Thanks.
"not the cable used, but same type of cable" - I'd like the same, but thats okay. Thanks anyway :)
no longer available so can't link the exact same one.
Got it.
I’m thinking about getting either this, or the sm48, but I can’t decide... what would you prefer?
So what cable did you use for USB to XLR? Because hte one you suggested is possibly the reason im getting a lot of static?
Hey bro..I dont know if you are reading this or not..but if you are plz reply because I am really confused..so my question is which one should i buy..behringer xm8500 or senheiser xs1 or shure sv200..i saw your shure video as well..but still i dont know which one should i buy..my voice is lil bit husky/not too much low..so plz suggest me mic in three of these..?? Budget is almost the same..plz suggest me in quality not budget..
oh hey, suggestion: For related mics, why not leave a card that links to that video? for example, you mentioned the pdmic58 which was done a short while back. we may want to refresh our memory on that interview. more views for you too ;) hehe
+LouisM Good Idea. I think that is just me being lazy, but I will go ahead and start doing that.
+Podcastage yeahh it's a fair bit of extra work. especially if you have poor attention retention like me haha but it helps add to the audience experience
i already decided on a mic to buy, but i only come here to hear u play the guitar! ROCK ON \m/
I'm a big fan of u watch every video of yours please I need a help regarding this mic xm8500 what would u suggest that should I connect this mic with xlr to 3.5 jack or xlr to usb as please give me the link ware can I buy that cable regards....
Internal soundcards suck, so xlr to usb would probably be the better option. If you're able, I would suggest a USB Audio Interface instead, but based on your question, it sounds like that's slightly out of your budget.
Podcastage thanks for your suggestion. example if I connect 3.5 mm Jack to syba sound card or xlr to usb or audio interface which would be better because I'm looking to record vocals haann ur right I'm slightly low on my budget...please give me the link of audio interface regards will be waiting for your reply...
I have the same question, what would be better [XM8500 + 3.5mm + Syba Sound Card] or [XM8500 + XLR to USB Cable]?
Animated Stock Footage did u got the Answer
I just asked bro, hope he replies.
I'm wanting to start a DnD podcast, and because of that I have to buy multiple mics. I'm on a budget but I still want to sound professional.Would you recommend the xm8500 or maybe a better sounding one within around 50$ As well as a Audio interface within the same price range? Thank you so much, your videos help a lot
Shure SM48
What exactly do you do with all of your headsets and mics? Maybe you can do a giveaway one day!
+Quocamole1206 I keep them to answer future questions about the microphones as well as future videos I do comparing items. Also, I buy every single microphone with my own money, so I can't afford to give them away. Maybe one day though.
+Podcastage Lol i think you should keep them, as mementos at least for when you get bigger you can look at your mics and remember where you started from.
hi. i have got xm8500 right now.i am think about upgrading it to at2020 usb+ do you is it worth to upgrade? i know at is more professional but im still not sure.you can hear my voice in my last video. what do you think? and thanks for review +1
+KaraŞövalye You can get a fine sound with the XM8500 Just put it close to your mouth and set the levels correctly
do you think should i use a pop filter?
Yes. Get a windscreen: amzn.to/1XxRwN8
I recently bought a Blue Yeti to start using while i was gaming and recording. But it just picks up way to much background noise. This microphone should surely be better at not picking up background noise. But my question is that on some videos i can hear some low volume background noise, like a low volume hissing. And I want to know if it gets removed with a usb audio interface?
XM8500 Or Samson q7 for live sound music outdoor perfom, please answer
Thanks
How would you know the original and class A replica BEHRINGER XM8500? How true that class A comes with the black printed carton box the original comes with a white carton box?
Do you recommend it for vocal and guitar record??
So you want to tell me I can buy 5 xm800s for the price of sm58? I'm taking the entire stock!!! I actually own one and can tell that it's really good even not considering the price. Just hook it up to a normal audio interface such as behringer umc22 or something better from steinberg or focusrite and it will sound very good
Soooo.... do you have stock options in the Pyle 58 that you keep pushing it over it most others ?? And by the way, what do most folks care about a mic when you are 3 to 4 feet away from it ??
How does this mic compares to Audio-Technica ATR1500? I've watched your review, but it seems like ATR1500 is better shielded from plosives
The sound have preamp? What interface is? My mic have very low gain; no listen. Thank you. Sorry foy my bad english.
Hey, Podcastage, I need your help! Today I bought this microphone to use it simultaneously with my RODE NT-1000 mic, both of them connected to my YAMAHA console MG12XUK. But as you know, the RODE NT-1000 needs phantom power! So, if I have activated the phantom power from my console, would there be any danger of damaging the Behringer XM8500 mic? Would there be any problem at all? Would there be danger of damaging my console too? I don't know what to do! I have read countless forums about mics but there are people who claim that they could be problems damaging the mic (and the console too) and there are some others who claim the exact opposite (thet there would be no problem at all)! So, the forums haven't helped! So, what do you think? Please help!!! Thanks in advance and happy new year!!!
Hey! Have the Behringer UM2 now in house but can't hear a difference if I use the Behringer MDX 2600 to have closed. Setup: Behringer XM8500, xlr to xlr, xlr to xlr in Behringer MDX 2600 in Behringer UM2, do you know what to do?
Were you running the MDX2600 into your computers motherboard? If so, you should hear a difference when connecitng to UM2.
Doesn't sound bad at all. Good for Podcasts, for sure.
Are you using any audio interface? Can I connect this mic directly to my PC's mic input by using XLR to 3.5mm cable?
Newbie question: can I connect this to the PC directly (using the XLR to 3.5/USB)?
I'm guessing this needs an amp before it goes into the PC (my motherboard has a 3.5mm Jack in to accept mic inputs)
I think my dad owns 3 of them! He said he got all 3 for $100 total, and he messed around with an Alesis mixer's EQ and made them sound the same to the SM58.
+L.A. They are a good deal.
thanks, that helps me very much, to get an buy-opinion of it.
what do you think is this mic suitable for mini concerts, club stages ?
Can I ask what software you use to record? and how the mic is configured in terms of gain etc? I bought this mic for recording but it's still picking up a lot of background noise...(XLR to 3.5mm cable into HDE 7.1 usb soundcard) I want to reduce the sensitivity if possible to make it sound more like yours in your keyboard tapping test...( I'm using audacity cos I'm on a tight budget)..thanks for any help!
Recorded directly into quicktime. NO adjustments made. Do not recall gain setting.
Hello, nice video man! Are there a lot of difference between xlr to USB and xlr to 3.5mm 1/8 ?
Should not be a big difference.
+Podcastage Thanks man
+Podcastage But what would be better?
xlr usb
You should do a comparison of this and at2020
Hi ! what is your microphone boom arm ?
(sorry for the faults, im french 🙃)
Sir I have a question... Im using a UMC 202 Hd audio interface should I buy this mic for a good quality of vocal recording.. Because I don't have a sound proof room so that I can use a condenser mic..
I just want to record my vocal into it.
I have this microphone and that audio interface. Works great.
What microphone would you suggest for red carpet interviews?
You definitely need a good storage/transport box. A major plus for very many users. Maybe not for podcasters.
thanks the review, bought it and happy with it
Thank youuu so much, may I ask, would an XLR to 3.5 mm cable work with it? Or does it have to be a usb? I’m so new to this sorry. Would it work on any laptop? Thank youuuu for all the help 🙏
both of those methods don't work well anymore. get the behringer umc22 or m track solo/duo interface and connect it to the microphone then connect the interface to your computer.
@@h.r.t.s9627 thank youuuu so much 😭🙏