So you’ve given up that 24bit richness for 16bit? Interested to know what has you sold on the k688. Of course most of this is all relative to our own hearing abilities and taste.
@@TekToyzGaming and voice patterns as well. K688 picks up my voice so much better and love the low ends of the fifine as well. Does a much better job with background noise for me as well.
Sir, your review played a significant role in my decision to purchase the PD200x, and I greatly appreciate it. I'm now a new subscriber from the Philippines, and I look forward to more of your excellent video content. Keep up the fantastic work!
Same here sir from PH. I had the Maonocaster AME2 with the condenser bundle AU PM320s. Planning to upgrade between km8 and pd200x. This video helps alot. Definitely will get the pd200x for my voice overs and songs.
@@TekToyzGaming I changed my mine sir. I ordered the Pd400x instead it went 90 dollars flash salw here in Philippines 😅 I also watched your review for that Maono pd400x and it's worth it.
Man I saw the notification for this right before I went to sleep and immediately came back for this the moment i woke up. I love your vids so much, they're super educational but also entertaining. Wish you the best!
Nice and congrats on making a choice! Not always the easiest thing to especially when we’re suffocated with so many options. Happens to me in a supermarket 🤣
@@Lee-ig2qy i used the maono link software made a custom eq and then i also installed an app called voicemod using the clean voice changer and then another voice changer called clownfish voicechanger. So a lot of voicechangers 😂
@@TekToyzGaming saw it on lightinthebox I believe, wanted to know what it was like so obviously RUclips is your best friend for products reviews right..... but almost no videos on these kinds of products and if there is, it's in a language I dont understand and subtitles are turned off.
@@TekToyzGaming definitely, thank you bro. Helped friends of mine as well they actually bought the K688 and a few of Fifines other products as well. Keep it up man im looking forward to more videos🤘
I have been watching reviews between these 2 mics because im upgrading from a $30 mic to an xlr. I definitely prefer the Fifine after everything ive seen and heard. The Maono has a more hissy, light and airy tone to it. And the Fifine has more of a heavy, bassy, full tone to it. Going off of just the hardware and the sound through the xlr i decided on Fifine. Great review though i really appreciate these. I actually chose the Moana neo over the fifine sc3 though. Also watched many reviews on those. The Moanas blutooth ability with the music fade ability was the factor. Great stuff
The K688 won the 2023 "iF" Design Award. "iF" is the global sign for outstanding design, but I do agree that the PD200X is a great mic. I own one myself.
Does the dual output (USB & XLR) of K688 operate alternately or can they be used simultaneously? If they can be used simultaneously, is it possible as a backup in case one of them encounters an issue? How about PD200X? Can the USB & XLR be used simultaneously? I appreciate your assistance.
I have the Maono PD200X and I just couldn't get it dialed in to sound like I wanted it to through OBS. I did the same adjustments in OBS to my Blue Snowball and it actually sounded better than the Maono! LOL I was shocked. So I ended up keeping my Snowball hooked up. I may have not done something right but someday I will try the Maono 200 again.
In usb mode the 200 sits right in the snowball competitive bracket. It’s not my favorite in usb mode either. In xlr mode that’s another thing. I have cheaper usb condenser mics that sound better than the pd200x via usb so not surprised.
@@TekToyzGaming do you have a recommendation for a mixer for the xlr input for the pd200x to make it sound better? And does it sound that much better with XLR?
@@chadontheroad1 it does sound much better in xlr. Even the $50 Maono c2 Neo will improve the audio from usb. There are a lot of mixers out there. All depends on how deep your pockets are and what you really need.
they are close it just comes down into a few minor things physical button or touch for mute, applications like a the maono has an eq app to me i rather pay for the one with the most features and rgb gives anything a +100 gpu score lol
@@juanferrer5392 if Maono makes a new version of this with touch capacitive buttons it’s over. The hard buttons are the only real design flaw I see with it currently.
I bought this microphone a month ago and was thinking whether i made the right decision (now i do its awesome). Is it just me or you too feel like usb c mode sounds a bit processed even on the natural/original preset? I don't have a audio interface to compare but after watching most of the reviews i feel like xlr mode gives the best result
Congrats on the mic. Yes xlr will give you better richer sound over usb. USB mode does have some processing happening. Try using the Maono link software to adjust audio. The settings will stay even after closing the software.
@@mitubarman6614 cool Bro. Are you satisfied? I m totaly confused as Fifine has a better frequency diagram but in this test sounds similar for me as pd200x. Moreover fifine is a bit expensive in my country.
I'm going to choose Fifine K688, it's easier to listen to. Maono PD200X has a wow factor for the first minute or so but it gets fatiguing. Makes my head hurt. Plus the new updated K688 has more clarity.
@@Ready4Head the k688 is a good mic. Going to see if I get my hands on the updated version. I also notice that the profile of some of the mics change with firmware updates. It happened with the pd200x and usb audio is now a little different.
Hey man, I'm wondering which one to buy if I don't use any application (out of the box) and use USB not XLR. I'm scared that both mic sucks in USB. I'm also playing next to my girlfriend's and the microphone I have right now pick up everything she says more than me. Is it going to be better with one of those mics? . Thanks in advance, Tektoyz.
@@kevind2576 both of these do ok with noise rejection, though the pd200x is slighter better at it. In usb they are both just ok. The Fifine am8 is better than these in usb out of box if using no apps.
hope fully iget it bec my dad dont wanna buy me anymic and i been streaming for two years but need good mic i been surving on my sumsung phone that is 5years old idk how i did it but now i need mic and my da it is not chill with it please it would be so help full :) thankyou love ur vids g
The K688 is much better. I ditched Maono for the K688 and I’m an audiophile. You will definitely get better performance with XLR connection.
So you’ve given up that 24bit richness for 16bit? Interested to know what has you sold on the k688. Of course most of this is all relative to our own hearing abilities and taste.
@@TekToyzGaming and voice patterns as well. K688 picks up my voice so much better and love the low ends of the fifine as well. Does a much better job with background noise for me as well.
@@BryantBaudelaire Can't debate that. I find that sometimes specific mics are better for certain voice types as well.
Will the fifine k688 still be better than the maono pd400x?
Sir, your review played a significant role in my decision to purchase the PD200x, and I greatly appreciate it. I'm now a new subscriber from the Philippines, and I look forward to more of your excellent video content. Keep up the fantastic work!
Thanks for the feedback. Hope you enjoy the pd200x.
Same here sir from PH. I had the Maonocaster AME2 with the condenser bundle AU PM320s. Planning to upgrade between km8 and pd200x. This video helps alot. Definitely will get the pd200x for my voice overs and songs.
Shout out to the PH! Happy I could help out. Been thinking of visiting there as well. Might need a tour guide though lol.
@@TekToyzGaming I changed my mine sir. I ordered the Pd400x instead it went 90 dollars flash salw here in Philippines 😅 I also watched your review for that Maono pd400x and it's worth it.
@ good choice and good deal on the pd400x! Cheapest I’ve seen yet. Don’t worry I have more mics coming in next couple of videos👍🏽
Man I saw the notification for this right before I went to sleep and immediately came back for this the moment i woke up. I love your vids so much, they're super educational but also entertaining. Wish you the best!
Thanks for the love! Appreciate the feedback here. Happy to hear you are enjoying my craziness lol.
I'm getting the Maono today in the mail excited to see how it sounds
Nice and congrats on making a choice! Not always the easiest thing to especially when we’re suffocated with so many options. Happens to me in a supermarket 🤣
So how have you liked your Maono mic if you still have it?
@@oogbigwormthe out of the box audio isn’t imo the best but since i’ve added some stuff it’s been better
@@Bennjiihi can I know what you did to make it sound better?
@@Lee-ig2qy i used the maono link software made a custom eq and then i also installed an app called voicemod using the clean voice changer and then another voice changer called clownfish voicechanger. So a lot of voicechangers 😂
Bought PD200X - Very happy with my purchase
It’s definitely one of the budget kings 👑
nice review bro!
Thanks! Appreciate you taking to the time to give some feedback 👍🏽
K688 or pd100x ?
@@ZaZaQuiz I think I might go with the k688 on this one.
Dude I live in South Africa, do you know how difficult it is to just find a decent review on Fifine products🙏 thank you so much dude
Is it really difficult to get content like this to your region? How did you come across this one?
@@TekToyzGaming saw it on lightinthebox I believe, wanted to know what it was like so obviously RUclips is your best friend for products reviews right..... but almost no videos on these kinds of products and if there is, it's in a language I dont understand and subtitles are turned off.
@@TheAlternativeTeacher I’m glad you found this one then! 😬. Hopefully this video helped to answer any questions you have.
@@TekToyzGaming definitely, thank you bro. Helped friends of mine as well they actually bought the K688 and a few of Fifines other products as well.
Keep it up man im looking forward to more videos🤘
Got pd200x just a few secs ago, cant wait to try it.... also i cant believe i wasnt notified of this upload.
Let us know what you think.
@@TekToyzGaming ill try, might give a quick comparison with my rode nt usb mini.
how is it?
@@SpookyRamen
How is pd200x , are you satisfied with it??
@ABHI-lc4uz yes the sound quality is good.
Thank you, I was going to get the fifine, but now after this test you sold me on the Maono 👍🏼
Hey as long as you don’t mind the clicky buttons on the Maono you will get good audio quality.
I have been watching reviews between these 2 mics because im upgrading from a $30 mic to an xlr. I definitely prefer the Fifine after everything ive seen and heard. The Maono has a more hissy, light and airy tone to it. And the Fifine has more of a heavy, bassy, full tone to it. Going off of just the hardware and the sound through the xlr i decided on Fifine. Great review though i really appreciate these. I actually chose the Moana neo over the fifine sc3 though. Also watched many reviews on those. The Moanas blutooth ability with the music fade ability was the factor. Great stuff
do you still have the PD200X ranked above the AM8 and then the K668?
Yup that has not changed for me.
Thank you for the great review.
After watching your video I have purchased PD200X microphone but noise cancellation is not good.
Unfortunately none of these mics have built in noise cancellation. You have to use a software or a mixer that has noise cancellation.
@@TekToyzGaming suggest me a best mixture under 60-70$$
The K688 won the 2023 "iF" Design Award. "iF" is the global sign for outstanding design, but I do agree that the PD200X is a great mic. I own one myself.
Thanks for the feedback 👍🏽. Yea I think is k688 is a better overall design. I just like the sound out of the pd200x a little more.
Epic review!! But I have a question, does the sound of windows goes through the monitoring plug of the Maono PD200x? That's all what I need! Thank you
I have the same question.
Thanks for the feedback and question. The answer is yes, audio from your pc can be routed through these mics as an output source.
Super, thank you so much! @@TekToyzGaming
Man you do great reviews!!! I just brought both on ebay for under $80
Hey Thanks. Happy you enjoy the content. Bought both? Doing some podcasting? either way they are both good.
Does the dual output (USB & XLR) of K688 operate alternately or can they be used simultaneously? If they can be used simultaneously, is it possible as a backup in case one of them encounters an issue? How about PD200X? Can the USB & XLR be used simultaneously? I appreciate your assistance.
Both of these can be used in xlr/usb simultaneously. 👍🏽
I have the Maono PD200X and I just couldn't get it dialed in to sound like I wanted it to through OBS. I did the same adjustments in OBS to my Blue Snowball and it actually sounded better than the Maono! LOL I was shocked. So I ended up keeping my Snowball hooked up. I may have not done something right but someday I will try the Maono 200 again.
In usb mode the 200 sits right in the snowball competitive bracket. It’s not my favorite in usb mode either. In xlr mode that’s another thing. I have cheaper usb condenser mics that sound better than the pd200x via usb so not surprised.
@@TekToyzGaming do you have a recommendation for a mixer for the xlr input for the pd200x to make it sound better? And does it sound that much better with XLR?
@@chadontheroad1 it does sound much better in xlr. Even the $50 Maono c2 Neo will improve the audio from usb. There are a lot of mixers out there. All depends on how deep your pockets are and what you really need.
@@TekToyzGaming Thanks so much for the information and reply. I will hook it up to a mixer and see what I can do.
been waiting for this for a while
Has it satisfied your curiosity? Do you think the pd200x has superior audio after seeing this?
Bro does great work with these vids
they are close it just comes down into a few minor things physical button or touch for mute, applications like a the maono has an eq app to me i rather pay for the one with the most features and rgb gives anything a +100 gpu score lol
@@juanferrer5392 if Maono makes a new version of this with touch capacitive buttons it’s over. The hard buttons are the only real design flaw I see with it currently.
@@TekToyzGaming exactly it does give a cheap feeling but i have old maono mic and even thats has touch as mute
I bought this microphone a month ago and was thinking whether i made the right decision (now i do its awesome). Is it just me or you too feel like usb c mode sounds a bit processed even on the natural/original preset?
I don't have a audio interface to compare but after watching most of the reviews i feel like xlr mode gives the best result
Congrats on the mic. Yes xlr will give you better richer sound over usb. USB mode does have some processing happening. Try using the Maono link software to adjust audio. The settings will stay even after closing the software.
Bro, which one? There is 2 on review :)
@@mikepersidsky maono one
@@mitubarman6614 cool Bro. Are you satisfied? I m totaly confused as Fifine has a better frequency diagram but in this test sounds similar for me as pd200x. Moreover fifine is a bit expensive in my country.
@@mikepersidsky yes and I recommend you to buy maono
Is the PD200X better than the Fifine AM8?
Because that came out on top against the K688 in your comparison.
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What is the boom arm on the maono called?
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does the pop filter on the maono fit on the fifine?
Unfortunately it doesn’t fit. One is a little bigger than the other.
I'm going to choose Fifine K688, it's easier to listen to. Maono PD200X has a wow factor for the first minute or so but it gets fatiguing. Makes my head hurt. Plus the new updated K688 has more clarity.
@@Ready4Head the k688 is a good mic. Going to see if I get my hands on the updated version. I also notice that the profile of some of the mics change with firmware updates. It happened with the pd200x and usb audio is now a little different.
I recorded a Song with the moano and it takes eq and compression very well
Thanks for that info. Good for those in the market wondering about that as well.
@@TekToyzGaming it’s a great mic for sure 👍
Cam you tell me which should i take maono pd200x or kreo cast
@@SELIK_78 I haven’t tried out the kreo so can’t say. Spec wise it looks good. There isn’t a monitor toggle on the mic like on the pd200x.
You sound better on the K688. The PD200x is sibilant on you.
You may have a point. I think there may be too much air escaping through my teeth 🦷 🦷 😂
I just bought the k688 on amazon, now you going to make me return it and buy the PD200x :((((( DAMMIT LOL
or should I keep the k688 since the audio in not that much significant different on XLR I have a Moano mixer coming in as well. Thoughts?
🤣 dam my bad. I think you’re good with the k688. It’s really not a night and day situation. You also may hate the clicky buttons on the pd200x.
K688 hands down. Your voice sounded warmer and full on the fifine.
The Maono sounds tinny and lacks fidelity.
@@TheRzrsedge k688 is warmer. But I have another contender coming. The pd300x !
Hey man, I'm wondering which one to buy if I don't use any application (out of the box) and use USB not XLR. I'm scared that both mic sucks in USB. I'm also playing next to my girlfriend's and the microphone I have right now pick up everything she says more than me. Is it going to be better with one of those mics? . Thanks in advance, Tektoyz.
@@kevind2576 both of these do ok with noise rejection, though the pd200x is slighter better at it. In usb they are both just ok. The Fifine am8 is better than these in usb out of box if using no apps.
Acoording to you which would be good for gaming and live streaming Fifine Am8 or Maono Pd200x???
If we’re talking about using it in usb then the am8. If we’re going xlr then the pd200x.
Thank you for your good review. MAONO PD200X is really a good micophone~
Now we need a PD200x vs AM8
Already done. Posting soon.
@@TekToyzGaming Hey let’s goooo!! Can’t wait and I thank you for your content. I’m trying to replace my Fifine T683 asap.
@@oogbigworm you may be surprised by the winner.
Ahhh about to make sure I have notifications on.@@TekToyzGaming
@@oogbigworm 🤣🤣
Question do you need obs with an audio interface
You don’t need and audio mixer. But I will say that it sounds quite a bit better over the mixer I used in this video.
@@TekToyzGaming thanks for the help I have the amc neo c2 and didn't know if I need obs
@@CharlieB86 I prefer the noise cancellation of OBS than the hardware denoise from the mixer. I find the denoise from the mixer is a little too harsh.
@@TekToyzGaming appreciate it love the videos keep up the great work
thanks to help, PD200X is my choice
The pd200x is the better mic to me
Yea I really think so too.
why these f put a button with a click to mute... damn, this is stupid. but awesome mic.
Yea that click is harsh. Should not be thing on mics honestly.
Same thoughts but physically you cannot feel response on the buton and you should pay attention to the mute bulb.
@@mikepersidsky that’s true. I’ve muted before by accident and didn’t realize. With the pd200x you can’t make that accident lol.
hope fully iget it bec my dad dont wanna buy me anymic and i been streaming for two years but need good mic i been surving on my sumsung phone that is 5years old idk how i did it but now i need mic and my da it is not chill with it please it would be so help full :) thankyou love ur vids g
You’ve been using your Samsung phone as a mic? How are you using that?
getting the pd200xs sent out for free😀
Awesome. Looks like you know what you’re doing 😉
This video is for the real ones
Much appreciated 👍🏽
I was surprised the Maono won @@TekToyzGaming but this was another great review. If you wanna give me your K688 I wont turn it down lol.
@@umyboiblue I was surprised the Maono won as well. Surprised it won over the am8 as well.
The Fifine sounds better on your voice.
@@sugarbait interesting. Second person to think so. I mean it’s not a bad mic at all. I still recommend it.