I will forever love this microphone just based on how well Mike Delgaudio sounds on it, but it was nice to hear how someone else sounds on it for once. Also pressing F for your wallet.
For someone working in film, this mic is fantastic. That noise isolation saves a tremendous amount of time in post. We use this sucker on location, outdoors, and even for voice overs, and the thing is just an absolute beast.
I know this is a very old comment, but... Is the newer 8060 getting much adoption? On paper it has lower EIN and a slightly tighter pattern, as well as having a symmetric capsule like the rest of the 8000 family.
Just bought this baby! After watching your vids non stop for the last two weeks. I’ve decided without a doubt that this one ticks all the boxes. Thanks Bandrew!
Thank you Bandrew for another fantastic review. Your review are hands down the best on the world wide web. I've been on the fence about this mic for a while. So many 416 killers seem to be emerging. That said I'm only going to cry once and add this to the rig. Just the fact that everyone is chasing the 416 and trying to kill it speaks volumes IMHO. Thank you again.
What constitutes a "416 killer" depends on which aspects of the mic you care about. There are some newer cheaper mics that are at least in the ballpark with the 416 in terms of sound, but when you include things like moisture resistance (not just the ability to survive getting wet, but the ability to perform well in wet conditions) RF-biased designs like the 416 are hard to beat. Rode offers cheaper RF-biased shotguns, though. And some really high-end electrets like Shoeps and DPA arguably outperform the 416. IMO the most obvious "416 killer" is its own successor, the 8060.
Note if you buy this, this is a forever mic. It will last you for years to come. But the question is who got that kind of money?. it's also in the same price range as the TLM 103 condenser mic.
Did I massively overspend on this mic for online meetings? Yes. Then came along voice cloning AI technology, and I have observed noticeable differences between using this and lesser (but still not budget) mics. It is an industrial design marvel that sounds insanely good. This is the ONLY mic that does not make me hate my nasally voice - and just for that, I think I made the right choice. And with AI voice possibilities, I am finding entirely new applications for this based on precision. I will try on guitars too, inspired by your review! Highly recommend it to those who can afford this.
This was/is my first mic. I've tried other mics on my voice and for interview filming, but never found anything better. In fact, I use it indoors and out, for voiceovers, for seriously, almost everything. I am considering another one for two person interviews without a boom operator. As far as the price though, there are a lot of way more expensive mics out there as I am sure you know. The beauty of the MKH-416 for film is that it's like your all-around mic. Use it out of frame indoors or out, then use it for voiceovers and ADR. Very little equalizing if any necessary. Not gain hungry. Good in wet environments with lots of humidity, fairly rugged.. No regrets on the MKH-416. My workhorse. After watching this, now I am wanting to try the Sennheiser with a figure 8 large condenser for Mid Side guitar recording.
I think I've watched about every microphone review you have done and on the singing test this mic is the only one that jumped out at me immediately like oh my God that sounds amazing and polished right out of the gate. This microphone is completely slept on for music work and it definitely needs to be used more
I'm a Sennheiser guy. I've loved the headphones ever since i got a PCX 450 AAA battery powered noise canceling headphones in 2006. I'd love this mic no matter how much overkill for my twitch streams.
This mic sounds great. I've been able to have/use any mic I want and yet for my voice the best sounding mic for v/o's is always my 416. Plug one into a Fearn VT-1 and/or AMS Neve 1073 and you will be very surprised at how full, detailed and rich this mic can sound. An up-front sounding mic that you can set up about a foot or more away from your face and still have an intimate sound from it, which is what I love. Working this mic at two or three inches, even six inches is WAY too close. *To me* it's to be used at about ten inches or more away (your mileage may vary).
@@Podcastage Steve Blum mentioend it in voice over and I been working the at4040 which surprisingly is really impressive but this Sennheiser from what I know . is the industry standard.
I have learned a terrifying trick for working the mic. Aim it not at your mouth directly, but at the space between it and your chest - to remove all the lip clenching noise. I don't know if it works, haven't tried it yet, but for a Neanderthal like me with strong lip blabbling noise it is a discovery the level of America!
This is a very common film boom mic for many decades. I’ve never seen it used the way you’re using it. Perhaps that would effect your criticism? Usually it’s pointed down diagonally to a persons mouth just above the frame line not pointed directly at it. And to those complaining about price, it’s professional gear from old school film days prior to any video or digital camera or prosumer stuff. Seems like most of u can hear the difference.
6:18 - Why not EQ those frequencies out, in that spaciffic case, and that'd be all? Is it necessary to switch to another mic, only for that? Otherwise, grat video, thanks!
This mic is amazing. Only drawback - very temperamental and unforgiving. And it also surprisingly picks up distant ambient sounds like street noise and hum... but other than that -one of the best products ever. I have had everything - from Neuman u87, 103,102x sure beta58a, sm7b, AKG 414 ii, rode NT1a, blue yeti, etc, but keep coming back to it over and over again. Great for singing, instrumental, voiceover
OMG I am in love... with the mic and you! Thank you for this awesome review, I'm loving my Gloria. That's what I named her, my MKH 416... gotta go write a song about it.
Just went back-and-forth between this and your Deity S-Mic 2 review, and.....the Deity is clearly better (for you, and to my ear). Nice to see a thoughtful review of the MKH-416 that goes beyond the usual unhelpful, non-critical awe. "Podcastage: spending a thousand bucks so you don't have to!"
But don't feel bad about the purchase: this mic was clearly a "must-have" (or at least a "must-try") and you definitely needed to cross it off your bucket-list.
Sound is subjective as it depends on what headphones, interface, etc we're using. To me, the differences are stark. To my ears, the 416 is the clear winner. I studied both videos intently. To me, this video along with Mike's video were the two videos that made me realize with certainty that the 416 is ultimately the right choice for anyone serious about audio.
I bought this microphone some months ago. I am a baritone spanish voiceover. What I most love of this microphone is the ambient noise rejection. I love the clarity too, but this mic is boosted on high frecuencies, so I usually have problems whit mouth noise. It captures everything and my mouth nosie soo easily. Definitively if you have a high tone this mic is not recommended for you because you will have a lot of problems, It´s sibilant for high pitch. I really love my MKH 416 but I think this mic is not recommended for narrations purpose. The best use is for commercials, promos and that sort of things. Now, I looking for the Neuman TLM 102 as a complement of my MKH 416. I dislike TLM 103 because It boost to much the mid-high frecuencies for my ears. I prefer something less boosted for narrations. The MKH 416 can be your option is you are living in a noisy place. Anyway, I think it´s a good purchase. I am happy with mine but my problen is that most of my work is narration purpose, so I´m looking an candy sound. Should be interesting to listened a versus series TLM 103 Vs TLM 102 Vs MKH 416 because these mics are the most common options for VO on the market at that price range.
Great input from your real world experience with the mic. Absolutely there are issues with mouth noises. that’s also a fascinating comparison idea. Thanks.
@@Podcastage Yes, I usually have some mouth noise problems. But people can fix if know where to place the mic. It´s a good mic. Another thin I can add for this: yhe oive could sound a little bit thinner in the MKH 416 than and LDC Mic. I mea, 416 adds clarity but is not a complete sounding mic, but It sounds good. I have been recording everything of my work into it. That´s the only mic I have and clients are happy but I need an LDC mic, smoother, different sound for narrations purpose. Do you recommend me TLM 102 or TLM 103? I will keep my MKH 416, I won´t sell it.
@@dannylocuvideo Hi Danny. Bandrew did a comparison review between the TLM 102 and the TLM 103. (I know most people go for the 103, but from the reviews I've seen I personally like the sound of the 102. Just to add, I bet you could find someone willing to trade a 102 or 3 for your 416.)
@@MikeBroderick33 Thanks for your comment. I have to say that I am not thinking to buy or change my MKH 416 because I do tags for radios and commercials, so the MKH 416 is the best for that purpose. I am just looking another option, an LDC. I watched that comparisson, I like more the sound of the TLM 102, I think TLM 103 sounds so boosted on mid range and It tends to be sibilant. I need a mic that has a sweet sound, that people likes to listening, I´m thinking of the TLM 102 or Shure KSM32. I could almost get the same results using my MKH 416 instead of the 103. That´s what I think. So, I could have my weapons : MKH 416 and TLM 102 for any purpose I need.
@@dannylocuvideo From the reviews I've watched I really like the sound of the Shure. How about the CAD E100s? (I use the CAD M179 - though it is a bright mic.)
This was the first review, of yours, I watched for a mic that I already have. I love this mic so much and it changed everything when I work film sets. I run the sennheiser Lav system along with 416 and a lot of times we decide to use the 416s audio because it gets a better sound. I like the review because you went a little further into the tech of it, which clarified some things for me. As far as the price, it is very expensive but worth every penny! I bought it through Musicians Friend with my MF card and pie it off over a year, so not too bad. Keep up the great work!
Yes - I was looking forward to this - you reviewing mkh 416! I love your uploads even when I have no "use" for that specific item, Your lively, humoristic, pro and useful presentation could work in so many different applications and technical areas. ! and I would love seeing you throwing cardboard boxes from laundry machines etc over your shoulder. By the way i have bought a sennheiser mkh 416 T with converter for 214 Dollars, that could be a cheaper way to sennheiser 416 mkh for some
As far as I know, these line of Sennheiser mics are addressed mostly for video production, to use on a boom pole. It's common to see them on sets. I know film school in my city have set of them, they using them with some dope pro gear like Arri Alexa Mini.
This is a shotgun microphone so it is designed for certain applications such as a videographer with the boom operator for video production or alive theater. Also maybe for voiceover if you really wanted to. It is not meant to be used in other applications which other microphones are equal or better suited for a much lower price. Most commonly this microphone is used for film and television production.
This mic can also sound great for voiceover with brighter voices. You just need to experiment with mic placement. Hanging the mic from the top directly infront of the speaker and aiming it ~45deg down at the chest will amplify lower frequencies and reduce the top while staying relatively crisp. Only downside is you can not move a lot with such pacements, so I would not recommend this for a 45 min podcast.
I'd say this is only slightly expensive. The MKH 60, MKH 8060, The Sanken CS-3e, the CMIT 5u are all more expensive. And there are a ton of large diaphragm that are more expensive (U87 or U67). There are even dynamic mics with about the same cost, like the Sennheiser 441. Ultimately, I would get an NTG-3 to save money if I was just starting out, but this mic is bulletproof and great, definitely a mic that a Pro or Semi-pro should consider.
The "L.A. mic"...It's THEE voice over microphone, pioneered by the late, great Ernie Anderson. He actually used it's predecessor the 415T (for T powered). It's been used for film and television for decades. As for expense, it's a third of a Neumann u87. The Manley is about $2500. Are there less expensive shotguns? Yes. The Rode NT5 is approx $200...but then why not save up for the 416? Network and promo Voiceover talent use the 416. Easy to EQ, it at all.
Just bought a like new 416 from guitar center for $600! Still got some bread left though thank God. I have a very deep raspy voice so, I am hoping it works well for me
After my expensive room treatment still resulting in boxy voice recordings I went for the 416. Suffice it to say I'll be bringing my own lunches to the studio for a very very long time.
I buy all my mics used. Surprisingly there’s so many wannabe musicians who buy this and then fall out of love and you find this on sites like eBay in mint condition... I bought mine for 450 usd , and sure, and rode, and Newman
You almost got the quote I said to myself when I hit "order". What I did say was "Ah fuck. I can't believe you've done this." ruclips.net/video/_X6VoFBCE9k/видео.html
I didn't realize he used this microphone. But when I made the thumbnail, I had to double check that I didn't type MKHBD because it almost looked like that to me.
If you can, you should do a review on the MKH50.. Seems like the perfect solution to replace mic arms in the shot for video and streaming.. The price is absurd though.. Maybe there's something cheaper that perfoms well too?
I will pass. I am using the Rode Procaster on my videos and I absolutely love it. The sound is excellent. I also got the Rodecaster Pro and together those two are outstanding. I can't wait for the Podmic to come out.
Damn it! I completely forgot to do that one. I’m sorry. I didn’t pop once during the recording of my review. With a mic like this you should be ensuring you have proper mic technique, to avoid that. But that was a huge mistake on my part for not including that. Apologies.
Great review as usual Bandrew. However, I've got to call you out again on the verbiage, at 4:16 you said: "and of course we "do gotta" check the background noise rejection". Not good......just saying.................. :)
Review the Synco Mic D2. Check out Booth Junkies. They have a recent video covering it. Mike said it sounds exactly like the 416. It doesn't. But it's close. And $250.
I will forever love this microphone just based on how well Mike Delgaudio sounds on it, but it was nice to hear how someone else sounds on it for once. Also pressing F for your wallet.
Mike would sound good on an earbud turned into a microphone
Mike Delgaudio sounds good on everything. :D
For someone working in film, this mic is fantastic. That noise isolation saves a tremendous amount of time in post. We use this sucker on location, outdoors, and even for voice overs, and the thing is just an absolute beast.
I know this is a very old comment, but... Is the newer 8060 getting much adoption? On paper it has lower EIN and a slightly tighter pattern, as well as having a symmetric capsule like the rest of the 8000 family.
Underated channel...
Ali Baba nope, not the channel... the industry
Just bought this baby! After watching your vids non stop for the last two weeks. I’ve decided without a doubt that this one ticks all the boxes. Thanks Bandrew!
What are you using it for?
Nice review, Andrew!
There's a B missing
BANDREW!!!
Thanks so much Curtis. That means a lot coming from you.
@@Podcastage Sorry, I mean Bandrew. 👍
@@Podcastage5:52 "can get a bit siblant"? what does that mean? sorry new to audio here
Thank you Bandrew for another fantastic review. Your review are hands down the best on the world wide web. I've been on the fence about this mic for a while. So many 416 killers seem to be emerging. That said I'm only going to cry once and add this to the rig. Just the fact that everyone is chasing the 416 and trying to kill it speaks volumes IMHO. Thank you again.
What constitutes a "416 killer" depends on which aspects of the mic you care about. There are some newer cheaper mics that are at least in the ballpark with the 416 in terms of sound, but when you include things like moisture resistance (not just the ability to survive getting wet, but the ability to perform well in wet conditions) RF-biased designs like the 416 are hard to beat. Rode offers cheaper RF-biased shotguns, though. And some really high-end electrets like Shoeps and DPA arguably outperform the 416.
IMO the most obvious "416 killer" is its own successor, the 8060.
Note if you buy this, this is a forever mic. It will last you for years to come. But the question is who got that kind of money?. it's also in the same price range as the TLM 103 condenser mic.
Totally loved the way your voice sounded on this mic. Yeah I know it's pricey as f***, but dayum that sounded good. Thanks for the review.
Just bought the mkh416, because of your Video (and some others). It is awesom.
Did I massively overspend on this mic for online meetings? Yes. Then came along voice cloning AI technology, and I have observed noticeable differences between using this and lesser (but still not budget) mics. It is an industrial design marvel that sounds insanely good.
This is the ONLY mic that does not make me hate my nasally voice - and just for that, I think I made the right choice.
And with AI voice possibilities, I am finding entirely new applications for this based on precision. I will try on guitars too, inspired by your review!
Highly recommend it to those who can afford this.
Loved the song: the lyrics and the sound! And it sounds SO much better than the internal mic of the camera!
THIS SHOULD BE YOUR ONLY VOICEOVER MIC
This was/is my first mic. I've tried other mics on my voice and for interview filming, but never found anything better. In fact, I use it indoors and out, for voiceovers, for seriously, almost everything. I am considering another one for two person interviews without a boom operator. As far as the price though, there are a lot of way more expensive mics out there as I am sure you know. The beauty of the MKH-416 for film is that it's like your all-around mic. Use it out of frame indoors or out, then use it for voiceovers and ADR. Very little equalizing if any necessary. Not gain hungry. Good in wet environments with lots of humidity, fairly rugged.. No regrets on the MKH-416. My workhorse. After watching this, now I am wanting to try the Sennheiser with a figure 8 large condenser for Mid Side guitar recording.
What I don't like? Well, since I already own one, I can honestly say, I don't care about the price. I love everything about this microphone!
If you have a mic where you have no cons to complain about, that's incredible. Use it and make some great recordings.
This channel is a gem. Thanks for great content, truly the best mic reviews of all.
I think I've watched about every microphone review you have done and on the singing test this mic is the only one that jumped out at me immediately like oh my God that sounds amazing and polished right out of the gate. This microphone is completely slept on for music work and it definitely needs to be used more
I may be biased because I have one, but this sounds better for dialogue than anything else I've heard you feature. Does anybody else feel the same?
I'm a Sennheiser guy. I've loved the headphones ever since i got a PCX 450 AAA battery powered noise canceling headphones in 2006. I'd love this mic no matter how much overkill for my twitch streams.
This mic sounds great. I've been able to have/use any mic I want and yet for my voice the best sounding mic for v/o's is always my 416. Plug one into a Fearn VT-1 and/or AMS Neve 1073 and you will be very surprised at how full, detailed and rich this mic can sound. An up-front sounding mic that you can set up about a foot or more away from your face and still have an intimate sound from it, which is what I love. Working this mic at two or three inches, even six inches is WAY too close. *To me* it's to be used at about ten inches or more away (your mileage may vary).
I ordered my 416 today! boom
You're going to love it! Congratulations.
@@Podcastage Steve Blum mentioend it in voice over and I been working the at4040 which surprisingly is really impressive but this Sennheiser from what I know . is the industry standard.
I have learned a terrifying trick for working the mic. Aim it not at your mouth directly, but at the space between it and your chest - to remove all the lip clenching noise. I don't know if it works, haven't tried it yet, but for a Neanderthal like me with strong lip blabbling noise it is a discovery the level of America!
You're voice probably sounds the best on this mic on my Klipsch speakers compared to audio technica 875r and ntg3. Good job.
I have KEF LS50 and I agree.
Hi Brian!
agree
This is a very common film boom mic for many decades. I’ve never seen it used the way you’re using it. Perhaps that would effect your criticism? Usually it’s pointed down diagonally to a persons mouth just above the frame line not pointed directly at it.
And to those complaining about price, it’s professional gear from old school film days prior to any video or digital camera or prosumer stuff. Seems like most of u can hear the difference.
very clear sound with good base
+1 for "416 vs. Deity" battle
Check booth junkie Mike Delgado
😁
@@nicovanliempt1179
've already done. But I love Bandrew's style too :-)
Me to
6:18 - Why not EQ those frequencies out, in that spaciffic case, and that'd be all? Is it necessary to switch to another mic, only for that?
Otherwise, grat video, thanks!
I am a thankful earthling subscriber to this marvelous channel! 💛🙏🏼
This mic is amazing. Only drawback - very temperamental and unforgiving. And it also surprisingly picks up distant ambient sounds like street noise and hum... but other than that -one of the best products ever. I have had everything - from Neuman u87, 103,102x sure beta58a, sm7b, AKG 414 ii, rode NT1a, blue yeti, etc, but keep coming back to it over and over again.
Great for singing, instrumental, voiceover
OMG I am in love... with the mic and you! Thank you for this awesome review, I'm loving my Gloria. That's what I named her, my MKH 416... gotta go write a song about it.
Wearing a pair of Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro 80 ohm headphones and I can really hear the clarity! especially when you played the acoustic guitar.
Man this is such a fun review 😁 love it!
the video was phenomenal? yes, it was phenomenal!
this is my favorite into ever
Just went back-and-forth between this and your Deity S-Mic 2 review, and.....the Deity is clearly better (for you, and to my ear). Nice to see a thoughtful review of the MKH-416 that goes beyond the usual unhelpful, non-critical awe. "Podcastage: spending a thousand bucks so you don't have to!"
But don't feel bad about the purchase: this mic was clearly a "must-have" (or at least a "must-try") and you definitely needed to cross it off your bucket-list.
Sound is subjective as it depends on what headphones, interface, etc we're using. To me, the differences are stark. To my ears, the 416 is the clear winner. I studied both videos intently. To me, this video along with Mike's video were the two videos that made me realize with certainty that the 416 is ultimately the right choice for anyone serious about audio.
@@Dracomies , All well put.
I bought this microphone some months ago. I am a baritone spanish voiceover. What I most love of this microphone is the ambient noise rejection. I love the clarity too, but this mic is boosted on high frecuencies, so I usually have problems whit mouth noise. It captures everything and my mouth nosie soo easily. Definitively if you have a high tone this mic is not recommended for you because you will have a lot of problems, It´s sibilant for high pitch. I really love my MKH 416 but I think this mic is not recommended for narrations purpose. The best use is for commercials, promos and that sort of things. Now, I looking for the Neuman TLM 102 as a complement of my MKH 416. I dislike TLM 103 because It boost to much the mid-high frecuencies for my ears. I prefer something less boosted for narrations. The MKH 416 can be your option is you are living in a noisy place. Anyway, I think it´s a good purchase. I am happy with mine but my problen is that most of my work is narration purpose, so I´m looking an candy sound.
Should be interesting to listened a versus series TLM 103 Vs TLM 102 Vs MKH 416 because these mics are the most common options for VO on the market at that price range.
Great input from your real world experience with the mic. Absolutely there are issues with mouth noises. that’s also a fascinating comparison idea. Thanks.
@@Podcastage Yes, I usually have some mouth noise problems. But people can fix if know where to place the mic. It´s a good mic. Another thin I can add for this: yhe oive could sound a little bit thinner in the MKH 416 than and LDC Mic. I mea, 416 adds clarity but is not a complete sounding mic, but It sounds good.
I have been recording everything of my work into it. That´s the only mic I have and clients are happy but I need an LDC mic, smoother, different sound for narrations purpose. Do you recommend me TLM 102 or TLM 103? I will keep my MKH 416, I won´t sell it.
@@dannylocuvideo Hi Danny. Bandrew did a comparison review between the TLM 102 and the TLM 103. (I know most people go for the 103, but from the reviews I've seen I personally like the sound of the 102. Just to add, I bet you could find someone willing to trade a 102 or 3 for your 416.)
@@MikeBroderick33 Thanks for your comment. I have to say that I am not thinking to buy or change my MKH 416 because I do tags for radios and commercials, so the MKH 416 is the best for that purpose. I am just looking another option, an LDC. I watched that comparisson, I like more the sound of the TLM 102, I think TLM 103 sounds so boosted on mid range and It tends to be sibilant. I need a mic that has a sweet sound, that people likes to listening, I´m thinking of the TLM 102 or Shure KSM32. I could almost get the same results using my MKH 416 instead of the 103. That´s what I think. So, I could have my weapons : MKH 416 and TLM 102 for any purpose I need.
@@dannylocuvideo From the reviews I've watched I really like the sound of the Shure. How about the CAD E100s? (I use the CAD M179 - though it is a bright mic.)
Really enjoyed this video, the humor and the detailed tests. Thank you!
I want the 418 which Dave Matthews uses in his infamous Tiny Desk Concert because it seems to capture every single nuance and gesture he makes!
Great intro. A summary of mics like that.
This was the first review, of yours, I watched for a mic that I already have. I love this mic so much and it changed everything when I work film sets. I run the sennheiser Lav system along with 416 and a lot of times we decide to use the 416s audio because it gets a better sound. I like the review because you went a little further into the tech of it, which clarified some things for me. As far as the price, it is very expensive but worth every penny! I bought it through Musicians Friend with my MF card and pie it off over a year, so not too bad. Keep up the great work!
Yes - I was looking forward to this - you reviewing mkh 416! I love your uploads even when I have no "use" for that specific item, Your lively, humoristic, pro and useful presentation could work in so many different applications and technical areas. ! and I would love seeing you throwing cardboard boxes from laundry machines etc over your shoulder. By the way i have bought a sennheiser mkh 416 T with converter for 214 Dollars, that could be a cheaper way to sennheiser 416 mkh for some
thanks bandrew! a follow up is MKH 50
As far as I know, these line of Sennheiser mics are addressed mostly for video production, to use on a boom pole. It's common to see them on sets. I know film school in my city have set of them, they using them with some dope pro gear like Arri Alexa Mini.
This is a shotgun microphone so it is designed for certain applications such as a videographer with the boom operator for video production or alive theater. Also maybe for voiceover if you really wanted to. It is not meant to be used in other applications which other microphones are equal or better suited for a much lower price. Most commonly this microphone is used for film and television production.
MKH416 The Gold Standard for Voice Over
It's incredible.
Low noise, very clean signal, good SNR.
works and looks wonderful
No review needed for this beast! :P
I’m a Gearslut and I must have one.🎙
I am planning of purchasing one of these, great review man
"[...] industry standard for a reason" agreed 100%
Definitely one of the best investments for voice over and boom operating!
this was helpful! thanks
Thank You for this review. It answered all my questions....
Oh heck yeah! The boss of mics
Great review man.
This mic can also sound great for voiceover with brighter voices. You just need to experiment with mic placement. Hanging the mic from the top directly infront of the speaker and aiming it ~45deg down at the chest will amplify lower frequencies and reduce the top while staying relatively crisp. Only downside is you can not move a lot with such pacements, so I would not recommend this for a 45 min podcast.
Excellent review!!! Thank you.
I'd say this is only slightly expensive. The MKH 60, MKH 8060, The Sanken CS-3e, the CMIT 5u are all more expensive. And there are a ton of large diaphragm that are more expensive (U87 or U67). There are even dynamic mics with about the same cost, like the Sennheiser 441. Ultimately, I would get an NTG-3 to save money if I was just starting out, but this mic is bulletproof and great, definitely a mic that a Pro or Semi-pro should consider.
The "L.A. mic"...It's THEE voice over microphone, pioneered by the late, great Ernie Anderson. He actually used it's predecessor the 415T (for T powered). It's been used for film and television for decades. As for expense, it's a third of a Neumann u87. The Manley is about $2500. Are there less expensive shotguns? Yes. The Rode NT5 is approx $200...but then why not save up for the 416? Network and promo Voiceover talent use the 416. Easy to EQ, it at all.
I told you you'd like it. :)
@@patlaw53 I've had a 416 since 2003. My other shotgun is a Neumann KMR81i
@@chuckmatthews9608 I'm aware!
Just bought a like new 416 from guitar center for $600! Still got some bread left though thank God. I have a very deep raspy voice so, I am hoping it works well for me
Such a beautiful mic, definitely sounds professional and is priced as such lol
Wow, Bandrew... Wow. I didn't expect you to do the review of $1k mic.
Good review, though.
And you don't need Cheryl! You're better off without her!
Sounds like its more suitable for deep male voices for VO, Booth Junkie sounds great on it.
Great stuff!
@2:58 -- Great comparison shots at 2:58
Excellent and helpful review thanks!
Dude, awesome personality!
After my expensive room treatment still resulting in boxy voice recordings I went for the 416. Suffice it to say I'll be bringing my own lunches to the studio for a very very long time.
Brown bagging your lunch is the fiscally responsible thing to do. Good on ya. Hope the microphone makes recording much easier. Best of luck.
amazing mic
so much good in this vid. wallet toss, bleeped profanity, cheryl dig, box toss with collateral damage. All the main food groups. #phenomenal
How about comparing it to the Sennheiser MKH 8060?
I buy all my mics used. Surprisingly there’s so many wannabe musicians who buy this and then fall out of love and you find this on sites like eBay in mint condition... I bought mine for 450 usd , and sure, and rode, and Newman
Денис Успешный make sure it is not a fake
@@slickhatter9812 trust me, this mic impossible to fake. It’s that good
@@DenisUspeshny doesn’t hurt to check the serial number
Thank you for sharing, it's very helpful!
Now you've done it.
You almost got the quote I said to myself when I hit "order". What I did say was "Ah fuck. I can't believe you've done this." ruclips.net/video/_X6VoFBCE9k/видео.html
hi! is this mic still a good pick in 2023?
Well... Expensive? But the results... All around mic. Top of the top.
great review, i was thinking of condensing my set up to just get this mic with my zoom h6 for all audio recording
What about a long shotgun mic like MKH-8070 ?
Didn't you buy those 2 neumanns?
That's what I said!
Glad you didn't say "MKBHD's mic" in the title.
I want this mic so bad.
I didn't realize he used this microphone. But when I made the thumbnail, I had to double check that I didn't type MKHBD because it almost looked like that to me.
Markass Brownlee
That's hot.
@@Podcastage if I didn't have this mic I think I would die
@Chucky Love even more, it's an industry standard for film on set and voiceover/adr
wow you sound great!
Great Review!!
I like this one as well vs the 990
Sounds really good, might pick one up b/c of this test. Thnx!
You do such great reviews! I would love to hear you review or do a shootout with the MKE600 vs the 416or the S Mic 2!
Next week I'm in Germany nearby the factory of sennheiser...😂 Burglary is my middle name
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Hey man nice review I subscribed!
Thanks so much man. I really appreciate that, and welcome!
Please Recommend a Shotgun Mic For voiceovers at $300
The 875r is a great shotgun mic and Ray Ortega swears by it.
@@Podcastage Thanks Bro.
I love my Sennheiser MKE 600 does a damn good job and can except a batt for mobile applications
Sennheiser should provide a snazzier looking box at that price point.
Charge another 50 for that just because why not
amen to that. At least Neumann's boxes are wood.
If you can, you should do a review on the MKH50.. Seems like the perfect solution to replace mic arms in the shot for video and streaming.. The price is absurd though.. Maybe there's something cheaper that perfoms well too?
Perfect review. Thanks.
where those -32dB sensitivty comes from? 1:56
Hello!
Do you think that one Rode Procaster
will do a very big difference in quality if it's used for voiceover?
Thank you.
I will pass. I am using the Rode Procaster on my videos and I absolutely love it. The sound is excellent. I also got the Rodecaster Pro and together those two are outstanding. I can't wait for the Podmic to come out.
Same here.. but I don't have the Rodecaster yet
And the plosives test? I missed it?
Damn it! I completely forgot to do that one. I’m sorry. I didn’t pop once during the recording of my review. With a mic like this you should be ensuring you have proper mic technique, to avoid that. But that was a huge mistake on my part for not including that. Apologies.
On this microphone even YOUR voice sounds great, (B)andrew!
Great review as usual Bandrew. However, I've got to call you out again on the verbiage, at 4:16 you said: "and of course we "do gotta" check the background noise rejection". Not good......just saying.................. :)
Yep...If noise were rejected then how would we really know it was even there!
Bad verbiage! Very bad verbiage! _[verbiage looks down at the floor]_
I should learn to pick better dog names
This kinda wordage is why I like podcastage. It makes it less professional sounding and more relateable!
A fabulous review!
Review the Synco Mic D2. Check out Booth Junkies. They have a recent video covering it. Mike said it sounds exactly like the 416. It doesn't. But it's close. And $250.
For the length of it, it doesn't do as well from the sides as I would expect. Other than that, sounds nice.