It works really well Jann. You don't notice it switching in and out and the perceived noise floor drops by 6 or 12dB. Generally, if the background is noisy, I drop by 6 before it becomes noticeable, whereas quieter recordings can be dropped 12 with no obvious effects.
Nice little comparison thanks I've always use the MXL 990 ever since I got into music recording and I've always wanted an at4040. Do you think that will be a significant jump in quality?
I think the at4040 would work really well. I noticed a big difference even between the at2020 and 2035. More focused sound and less noise on the 2035 so I think the 4040 would be nice!
I am getting a mic i am looking at these two I heard of the mxl by videos and some pro studios are using, one vis by a pro said he always seems to go back to his mxl I must make my mind up soon.
Rap vocal isn’t that different from any other vocal. Both would work well. The MXL will accentuate transients in the voice a little more than the AT, so crisper ‘t’s and ‘s’ on MXL.
My own preference is MXL. However, with mics, there is no ‘best’. It really depends on what kind of sound you prefer. If you listen on the video, you might hear any differences that are important to you. Your own opinion is more important than mine. If you can’t hear any differences, I’d go for the cheapest one!
Hello Friend, i receive the set tomorow 13 september, and ill do this...take the plug noise reduction cause i know this microphone is a little too sssss but with eq corection it will be ok i think....
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Great tip on the subtle noise gate!
It works really well Jann. You don't notice it switching in and out and the perceived noise floor drops by 6 or 12dB. Generally, if the background is noisy, I drop by 6 before it becomes noticeable, whereas quieter recordings can be dropped 12 with no obvious effects.
thank you for this my friend!!!
No problem 👍
A nice comparison Ian and great tips at the end.
That noise gate trick works really well and you don’t get that horrible ‘deadness’ in silent bits.
@@iancraig Totally agree. I do the same with only 3 dB reduction. Next time I will try with the higher values of yours.
I have the XML 990 and totally love it.
Such a great value mic.
Which microphone is better for rap vocals mxl 990 or at2020 please tell
I’ve never rapped in my life! The MXL is slightly clearer up in the top end.
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Thanks for the review Ian, the AT2020 self noise sounded a bit higher to me.
Yes, it is a bit higher.
thanks for the review sir!
Please suggest me gyz for rap vocals Akg p120 or mxl 990???
Only used mxl990.
@@iancraig thnku 🙏
@@iancraig The AKG P120 is very warm and good for rap and MXL 990 is good too for rap and sing
You’re using a 990 though aren’t you?
I would go for MXL 990. I do own AT2020 and it is OK microphone but my MXL V67i is again better.
You can get that extra 10Hz at the bottom end and further lower self noise in mxl 990 by replacing capacitors inside.
I could definitely ear the higher noise floor on the AT2020, the MXL also sounded a bit better in my opinion.
I like the MXL as well to be honest. Great value for money package.
What are your thoughts on the MXL 2006 compared to these?
great video and thank you
I’m glad it’s still a useful video.
Nice little comparison thanks I've always use the MXL 990 ever since I got into music recording and I've always wanted an at4040. Do you think that will be a significant jump in quality?
I think the at4040 would work really well. I noticed a big difference even between the at2020 and 2035. More focused sound and less noise on the 2035 so I think the 4040 would be nice!
I am getting a mic i am looking at these two
I heard of the mxl by videos and some pro studios are using, one vis by a pro said he always seems to go back to his mxl
I must make my mind up soon.
For me, I think the MXL is better for my voice than the AT2020. I quite like it actually.
@@iancraig yes i agree esp male vox getting that one thanx for commenting on my question
MXL 990 way better
Thanks for your help
Really helpful as always Ian, many thanks : )
Thank you for watching it.
Mxl sounds better thank you for the test.
For rap vokals which one is better?
Rap vocal isn’t that different from any other vocal. Both would work well. The MXL will accentuate transients in the voice a little more than the AT, so crisper ‘t’s and ‘s’ on MXL.
@@iancraig so which would you prefer?
My own preference is MXL. However, with mics, there is no ‘best’. It really depends on what kind of sound you prefer.
If you listen on the video, you might hear any differences that are important to you. Your own opinion is more important than mine.
If you can’t hear any differences, I’d go for the cheapest one!
To me, MXL 990 goes to a less self noise level and also more brilliant vocal sound.
Yes. I prefer the MXL too.
Hello Friend, i receive the set tomorow 13 september, and ill do this...take the plug noise reduction cause i know this microphone is a little too sssss but with eq corection it will be ok i think....