I've been playing gigs with the XM8500 as my vocal mic since 2006, so about 10 years now. I have three and have been through almost every abuse a bar or music venue can throw at them. All three still work like new and do the job just fine. I've also used them for studio work mic'ing guitar amps and drums. Great mic for the money. By the way, I also have a Sure SM58 that I rarely use since I've purchased these. The XM8500 has a bit brighter sound and more gain than the SM58. The only downfall is there is a slight amount of handling noise with the XM8500 compared to the SM58
Hi, I'm just wondering about unidirectional mikes. If you throw your head back while singing shouldn't that stop the mike picking up the sound? I'm assuming it doesn't because of how it works for you and others. But it makes me wonder since you see that happening in test videos when the mike is not pointed straight at your mouth.
The specs sheet says the xm8500 has a -70db sensitivity, however behringer is just using an older method of reporting there numbers and the xm8500 is closer to a sensitivity of -50db ( just imagine how much quieter than the shire sm7b the mic would be!)
Hi, Very informative video which led me to getting the XM8500, I use it on my Ham Radio station and have been very pleased with the results from the mic, I also have the Heil-sound PR22 this XM8500 compares very well against it and is 5-6 time cheaper.....Thanks for the great video demonstration.....Best Regards Mark in UK.....
Sound quality is great and this is exactly what we were looking for for extra mics for our podcast. We use a couple of ATR2100's into a Zoom H6 but want to be able to have guests on without breaking the budget. Looks like this would work perfectly, would u agree? One other unrelated question - What lapel mic are u using? We got a couple of cheap Boyas that have died and never had great sound to begin with. Thank you!!
This mic would definitely work as a guest mic for your podcast. As a guest mic its going to be more durable than your ATR2100s since thers no circuitry to break inside. Even if they knock it off the table they would do more damage to the floor than the mic! If you do decide to go with it, do me a favor and use the amazon link in the description when you buy. The lav that Im using is a Movo LV4 that I reviewed here - ruclips.net/video/1yU4CTrbFhY/видео.html. I kinda pan it in the review cause frankly its a pain in the ass to use. Its not a great quality lav and is on my short-list to replace.
Ohmage is a key component to microphone output. Most ball unidirectional mics are 150 Ohms; check out mics such as the Shure Alto line PG48 at 600 Ohms, or the Pyle PDMIC58, also 600 Ohms. I'm referring to use as vocal mics, not necessarily as recording mics, or micing cabinets/drums on-stage, as I've yet to test them....but I will!
Yup, impedance is important, but generally for mics you just want to make sure its not too high. With higher impedance mics you have to make sure your mixer/interface is rated for them. The rule of thumb that Ive generally heard is input impedance on your mixer/interface should be 7-10x greater than the mic's impedance. The PG48 and PDMIC58 are still fine mics (600 Ohms is still low), but might be a little high for a lot of entry level gear (even some lower end pro gear). They just may pick up a little more line noise and wash out easier (overdrive the xlr input). This is a great primer on the subject: ruclips.net/video/Z79biXzXmkM/видео.html
i know almost nothing about this thing of mics and cables and amplifiers, but this mic is the one that for this price sounded the best so could u tell me what do i need to plug it to my computer and use the mic for streams and stuff? thank you and great video :)
You will need an audio interface of some sort. Any of the Behinger USB mixers would work (which have an interface built in) or a stand alone interface. Most interfaces will have a preamp and phantom power. You dont need phantom power (as its a dynamic mic), but a good preamp will make a huge difference since this mic is a bit gain hungry.
Just saw a used one at my local Sam Ash for $10. Didn't know anything about it, but I figured, "Can't have too many decent dynamic mics. And, for $10, why not give it shot?"
You are comparing apples to oranges with the sensitivity ratings. Some manufacturers rate their mics with a 94 db audio source, others at 74. The voltage output measured is then expressed in a -db value relative to 1 volt. Shure, EV and most mics are measured at 94 db. This mic, and many mics from Asia are measured with 74db sound source. You can add 20db to its rating to compare it to the Shure, putting it at -50db.
www.shure.com/americas/support/find-an-answer/how-do-i-compare-the-sensitivity-of-two-microphones This actually makes the Behringer 4.5db hotter than the 58. I tried one of these out recently and it was considerably hotter than the other mics we compared it too, including an Audix OM1 and a Shure Beta 57 This most likely due to the large neodymium magnet. I was also impressed by the robust construction.
Would like to ask whether if I direct pluck this mic into yamah modx using XLR, and adjust the gain, will it be v soft? Or is prefer to connect to modx through an interface?
Hi! Thanks for your review. Very basic question, but I'm a beginner. I just bought this Mic and want to use it with Garageband. 1) What wire shall I use to connect it to the Macbook Pro, and to which jack? 2) Factoring in mind that I would like to use headphones at the same time to hear my voice, does that require any specialist multi-jack or something? Thanks a lot.
To hook this up to a PC you need an audio interface of some sort, preferably one that has a good preamp. You can go with a basic interface (Behinger UM2) or high end interface (Scarlett Solo). The Behringer Xynex mixers have the same audio interface as their stand alone interfaces if you think you might need that functionality. What are you going to be doing with the mic and whats your target platform?
Id recommend going with a Behringer UM2 or one of their USB mixers. You can spend a little more for a nicer interface but I doubt you would notice the difference unless you are trying to record for something professional.
1) Thank you for getting back to me again, you've earned a loyal subscriber! 2) I am now using an XLR to USB wire, but I am hearing a continuous humming and beeping when I connect it to my Garageband, and this sound is actually recorded. Also, the red light on the wire flashes on and off. This is the wire I am using: www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00MFAHNNA/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Those cables are kinda gimmicky, to be completely honest. They are usually cheaply made, are plagued with grounding issues, interferance, and provide a weak interface. The noise you hear could be a grounding issue, interference from other components in your laptop, or the interface built into the cable being taxed beyond what it can do. Get a proper interface. It will be totally worth it!
+Janet Bender I kept a windscreen on it for testing as well. It has a thin foam one over the element inside, but its not very effective. With a simple foam ball, its very nice!
I'm rocking this mic but it's still sleeping in the box, getting scarlett solo as audio interface soon. They should work together just fine for some youtube covers.
+Darko Ristanovic Yep, they should work ok together. Just keep in mind that the Scarlett only provides up to 47dbv of gain. You may find that its a little under-powered for dynamic mics in general (not tested it myself, but basing that assumption off the XM8500's -70dbv sensitivity level)
Had to look at the manual, but yeah. The pre-amp is going to give -4 dBv to +46 dBv of gain. The Scarlett series is really meant to be used with studio condenser mics which typically require a lot less gain. If you really want to use this mic with a Scarlett you could, but you might have to add a pre-amp to give the mic enough gain.
Taylor'd Tech Thanks for replies. Yeah I wanted to start with this gear, maybe later upgrade to some condenser mic. That's why I think i should go with scarlett. Maybe I can work around something in DAW also. After all, audio interface is more important at this point. I'll upgrade to some better mic later on.
I love these mics and they sound as good as $100 mics but they don’t have the durability. You cant beat on them like a SM58. They can quit working if you drop them. Happened to me and a buddy. But still a great value.
@BlackHeart Shit gets dropped and accidents happen if you actually use your mics for creative things like shows. others do things besides voice overs at a desk in studio apartment.
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 While I dont know the language (Turkish??), your voice was clear and loud, which is good. There are a few things that might help performance wise before buying a new mic: - I could hear you moving closer/further from the mic. Ideally you dont want your mouth to be any further than the distance between your pinky and thumb when you stretch them out (15-25cm). - If you lean back/away from the mic, it will drastically change how you sound and make you really quiet. I could tell several times you sat up/away from the mic. Being consistent in mic placement (in terms of where your mouth is in relation to the mic) is important. - to reduce breath noises, place the mic just below your mouth (level with you chin/neck) and point is slightly upward toward your mouth so that you are talking "over" the mic The AT2020 will be more sensitive than the XM8500...like a LOT more sensitive. This will let you sit further from it to get the same volume level and will help with dynamics (changing volume levels) if you move around alot during streams, but it will also pick up more room noise (keyboard clicking, fans, PC noise, etc). So it might help with some of the issues you have, but it also might create other issues. Make sure your fundamentals are good before you spring for a more expensive mic. Just curious, what are you using to connect the XM8500 to the PC?
+KaraŞövalye I would look at getting a better interface long before I worried about an AT2020. Even something like a Behringer UM2 (about as cheap as it gets) is going to be WORLDS better. If you dont want to change your mic placement, then a pop-filter would definitely help with breath noises.
My guess is that it would wreck it, but that's hard to say conclusively when Turtle Beach doesn't even list specs. If all you are doing with it is VOIP in game, you will not be able to tell a difference. If you start doing anything beyond that the XM8500 is a great deal. The only thing to consider is that you can't plug it into a PC as a standalone product. You need something to provide some gain and an XLR input. You can get a cheap audio interface for about $40, an XLR cable for $10, and a mic stand for $15.
Not complicated at all...just takes a little research. I'd take a look at by Audio Tips playlist as a good primer. Ping me if you need more specific advise.
well actually i couldn't ask it the right way..what i meant was would it provide better audio output than plugging it directly to a laptop/pc..? and also thanks for replying..
I've got a problem. When I record a sample of my voice I sound perfectly fine but there is a slight static going on in the background. Do I need a foam windscreen to get rid of that? I obviously have a XLR cable 3m long and a 3.5mm TRS adapter for my computer and when I plug it in and shake the adapter and XLR They make a static noise too. I hope you can help :)
+soljachygames Thats just normal background hiss. All sound signals have some level of background noise, however it should be relatively minimal to where even a slight sound washes it out. What kind of adapter are you using?
+soljachygames The 1/4" jack is going to be a mono jack. Your computer is expecting stereo. Instead you are shorting out the other channel (which is why it probably only plays on the left ear of your headset until you force it to mono). Honestly, your computer is not designed to have this mic directly inputted to it like that. Its too low of a level. You really need to feed it though a preamp first.
Hello.. nice video :) So I'm RUclipsr and I need a microphone with NO BACKGROUND noise.. I want the best microphone at this price.. Should buy this or something else? please help.. thanks :)
You control backgound noise by controlling your environment first, positioning your mic well second, and finally by using a low-sensitivity mic. The XM8500 has a very low sensitivity so it would help some, but not as much as making your environment quieter or keeping the mic closer to your mouth.
I have tried it and it does work ( at like 40% gain) and there is little to no noise. This because although the specs say the mic is -70 db in sensitivity it is actually closer to -50 db ( a bit louder than a share sm58) because behringer is using an old method of reporting there numbers. ( If this mic had a sensitivity of -70 db I would call my self an idiot for calling the shire sm7b quiet)
Taylord Tech i have another question, umm what happens to the microphone if you put some phantom power on it.. Im still waiting for my shure sm58 so i have no idea
+Samuel Young there are solutions to make any mic wireless, but the cheap ones cost as much as this mic and are frankly horrible and the good ones are a few hundred dollars.
Yes, there are solutions for this however if you want a good one they will be about six times the cost of this mic( about 120 bucks plus the expense of replacing batteries) but honestly if you want to go wireless let me just warn you than wireless mics ain't cheap. If you go cheap with the wireless, the sound will be crappy. So if you can stick with a traditional xlr cable, stick with it! ( The only time I would really want wireless would be when multiple people with microphones will be actively moving a lot ( to prevent people from tripping) or if you think the cable looks bad. But if a longer cable can get the job done( then go with the cable). Hope this helped!
No, in fact any microphone whether it needs a phantom or not ( ribbon, Dynamic, condenser,shotgun, etc) won't get damaged with phantom power ( in fact a BBC studio has all the xlr sockets with phantom power at all times and they connect dynamics whenever they feel like it). However older mics ( and I mean old) that were wired differently would get damaged if accidentally connected to a phantom. But modern mics don't suffer from this. And yes I know that people say that ribbon mics will get fried with phantom power but that again was only to the older mics. So just as long as you don't have a vintage mic from the 70s, 60, etc phantom power won't fry or damage a mic by anyway!
It will be at a much lower level than your average guitar (mic level is lower than instrument level, which is lower than line level. See here: www.ovnilab.com/articles/linelevel.shtml). Also it would depend on how the XLR to 1/4 is wired (probably with pins 2 and 3 connected, which is correct. just never plug it in to anything with phantom power or youll fry it).
this microphone has a -70dB for sensitivity. What is the equivalente in mV/Pa that all other makes are using to measure their sensitivity? also does it have high signal output like the Senheiser e835?thanks
Using this little tool (www.sengpielaudio.com/calculator-transferfactor.htm), it comes out to 0.3162 mV/Pa. Its pretty dang low. Signal output is a bit low. Not enough to require a dedicated preamp, but you might be at the limit of the built-in preamps on a budget mixer.
my shure sm58 has a low signal output and it is gain hungry. I use Roland Tri capture interface, and the gain is almost at full before I hear myself. It has 1.85mV/Pa, so with that Beranger what is the case?0.31 mV/pa is not possible for a dynamic mic in my opinion, right?
Not terribly well. Its a cardioid pickup pattern, so it will reject noise from the sides. As cheap as it is though, you shouldnt have too much of a problem buying one for everyone.
For a small choir I would recommend a multi-mic setup. No single mic is going to perform as well, regardless of price. A setup like the Behringer C2 is probably the cheapest you can go without sacrificing significant quality. Also, the C2 is a condenser mic (not a dynamic like the XM8500), so they need phantom power. You want the mics about an arms length from the choir. Remember when mixing that the goal of micing a choir is to reinforce their natural voices. They provide the main sound, you are just filling in the bits that dont carry well.
Ya We were thinking of getting like 5 XM 8500s, there are like 15 people in our choir so 3 in 1 mic That would do ok right anyways Thanks so much for getting back to me!
only good comments!!!!!!! 😅 good test i agree. but i would never buy something so cheap probably child or 7/6/9 jobs it’s absolutely impossible to pay fair wages with products like that same goes with clothes sorry to spoil the party 👯
I've been playing gigs with the XM8500 as my vocal mic since 2006, so about 10 years now. I have three and have been through almost every abuse a bar or music venue can throw at them. All three still work like new and do the job just fine. I've also used them for studio work mic'ing guitar amps and drums. Great mic for the money. By the way, I also have a Sure SM58 that I rarely use since I've purchased these. The XM8500 has a bit brighter sound and more gain than the SM58. The only downfall is there is a slight amount of handling noise with the XM8500 compared to the SM58
Hi, I'm just wondering about unidirectional mikes. If you throw your head back while singing shouldn't that stop the mike picking up the sound? I'm assuming it doesn't because of how it works for you and others. But it makes me wonder since you see that happening in test videos when the mike is not pointed straight at your mouth.
I suppose distance miking is out of the question?
Open the bottom and add some silicone it will handle exactly like the SM58
this video pushed me instantly to buy Behringer XM8500. very good.
Same here.
Glad someone finally did a review that makes sense. I've been thinking about purchasing some for small gigs for over a year now. Thanks.
+shondo2010 Thanks for the kind words!
Actually it is even more sensitive than sm58.
In fact, it is -53db, not -70 as it is stated, what makes this mic even more desirable
Done about 100 live band gigs with my 8500. it's a great mic. Get one!
The specs sheet says the xm8500 has a -70db sensitivity, however behringer is just using an older method of reporting there numbers and the xm8500 is closer to a sensitivity of -50db
( just imagine how much quieter than the shire sm7b the mic would be!)
You can use a lot of stuff for background cardboard with art - spray paint or sheets it will help your vids a lot
It's a pretty decent mic at a very affordable price.
Hi, Very informative video which led me to getting the XM8500, I use it on my Ham Radio station and have been very pleased with the results from the mic, I also have the Heil-sound PR22 this XM8500 compares very well against it and is 5-6 time cheaper.....Thanks for the great video demonstration.....Best Regards Mark in UK.....
Sound quality is great and this is exactly what we were looking for for extra mics for our podcast. We use a couple of ATR2100's into a Zoom H6 but want to be able to have guests on without breaking the budget. Looks like this would work perfectly, would u agree?
One other unrelated question - What lapel mic are u using? We got a couple of cheap Boyas that have died and never had great sound to begin with.
Thank you!!
This mic would definitely work as a guest mic for your podcast. As a guest mic its going to be more durable than your ATR2100s since thers no circuitry to break inside. Even if they knock it off the table they would do more damage to the floor than the mic! If you do decide to go with it, do me a favor and use the amazon link in the description when you buy.
The lav that Im using is a Movo LV4 that I reviewed here - ruclips.net/video/1yU4CTrbFhY/видео.html. I kinda pan it in the review cause frankly its a pain in the ass to use. Its not a great quality lav and is on my short-list to replace.
Taylord Tech Got it. I'll definitely use your link if we go with it. Thanks for the reply!
Thank you for the review, is also very cheap in the Netherlands. This helped me buy it.
Ohmage is a key component to microphone output. Most ball unidirectional mics are 150 Ohms; check out mics such as the Shure Alto line PG48 at 600 Ohms, or the Pyle PDMIC58, also 600 Ohms. I'm referring to use as vocal mics, not necessarily as recording mics, or micing cabinets/drums on-stage, as I've yet to test them....but I will!
Yup, impedance is important, but generally for mics you just want to make sure its not too high. With higher impedance mics you have to make sure your mixer/interface is rated for them. The rule of thumb that Ive generally heard is input impedance on your mixer/interface should be 7-10x greater than the mic's impedance.
The PG48 and PDMIC58 are still fine mics (600 Ohms is still low), but might be a little high for a lot of entry level gear (even some lower end pro gear). They just may pick up a little more line noise and wash out easier (overdrive the xlr input).
This is a great primer on the subject: ruclips.net/video/Z79biXzXmkM/видео.html
I get complaints when i turn my head away from the mic, that the volume drops off. Any suggestions?
Excellent review! Been reading great things about this mic and your review sealed the deal for me. How the hell can these sell for 20 bucks? :-)
Had mine 12 years, bomb proof
i know almost nothing about this thing of mics and cables and amplifiers, but this mic is the one that for this price sounded the best so could u tell me what do i need to plug it to my computer and use the mic for streams and stuff? thank you and great video :)
for example the phantom power would work?
You will need an audio interface of some sort. Any of the Behinger USB mixers would work (which have an interface built in) or a stand alone interface. Most interfaces will have a preamp and phantom power. You dont need phantom power (as its a dynamic mic), but a good preamp will make a huge difference since this mic is a bit gain hungry.
Just saw a used one at my local Sam Ash for $10. Didn't know anything about it, but I figured, "Can't have too many decent dynamic mics. And, for $10, why not give it shot?"
You are comparing apples to oranges with the sensitivity ratings. Some manufacturers rate their mics with a 94 db audio source, others at 74. The voltage output measured is then expressed in a -db value relative to 1 volt. Shure, EV and most mics are measured at 94 db. This mic, and many mics from Asia are measured with 74db sound source. You can add 20db to its rating to compare it to the Shure, putting it at -50db.
www.shure.com/americas/support/find-an-answer/how-do-i-compare-the-sensitivity-of-two-microphones
This actually makes the Behringer 4.5db hotter than the 58. I tried one of these out recently and it was considerably hotter than the other mics we compared it too, including an Audix OM1 and a Shure Beta 57 This most likely due to the large neodymium magnet. I was also impressed by the robust construction.
Really? I thought 1Pa (94Db) at 1m was the standard. Good to know.
Taylord Tech it's the most common. The other is .1 Pa. The link in my second post explains it well.
Do you recommend this for live gigs? I mean as a mic, NOT for recording. Thanks for this great video!
yeah defo
have you also tested the behringer SL 75 c?
Would like to ask whether if I direct pluck this mic into yamah modx using XLR, and adjust the gain, will it be v soft? Or is prefer to connect to modx through an interface?
Hi! Thanks for your review. Very basic question, but I'm a beginner. I just bought this Mic and want to use it with Garageband. 1) What wire shall I use to connect it to the Macbook Pro, and to which jack? 2) Factoring in mind that I would like to use headphones at the same time to hear my voice, does that require any specialist multi-jack or something? Thanks a lot.
To hook this up to a PC you need an audio interface of some sort, preferably one that has a good preamp. You can go with a basic interface (Behinger UM2) or high end interface (Scarlett Solo). The Behringer Xynex mixers have the same audio interface as their stand alone interfaces if you think you might need that functionality.
What are you going to be doing with the mic and whats your target platform?
Thank you! It will be for my own compositions and recording me singing into it.
Id recommend going with a Behringer UM2 or one of their USB mixers. You can spend a little more for a nicer interface but I doubt you would notice the difference unless you are trying to record for something professional.
1) Thank you for getting back to me again, you've earned a loyal subscriber! 2) I am now using an XLR to USB wire, but I am hearing a continuous humming and beeping when I connect it to my Garageband, and this sound is actually recorded. Also, the red light on the wire flashes on and off. This is the wire I am using: www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00MFAHNNA/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Those cables are kinda gimmicky, to be completely honest. They are usually cheaply made, are plagued with grounding issues, interferance, and provide a weak interface. The noise you hear could be a grounding issue, interference from other components in your laptop, or the interface built into the cable being taxed beyond what it can do.
Get a proper interface. It will be totally worth it!
I find this mic really starts to get good with a wind screen ball on it at all times too.
+Janet Bender I kept a windscreen on it for testing as well. It has a thin foam one over the element inside, but its not very effective. With a simple foam ball, its very nice!
Just bought 2. this sounds great!
dude 20K views well done
+LoT Reviews thanks man!
I'm rocking this mic but it's still sleeping in the box, getting scarlett solo as audio interface soon. They should work together just fine for some youtube covers.
+Darko Ristanovic Yep, they should work ok together. Just keep in mind that the Scarlett only provides up to 47dbv of gain. You may find that its a little under-powered for dynamic mics in general (not tested it myself, but basing that assumption off the XM8500's -70dbv sensitivity level)
+Taylor'd Tech What about scarlett 2i2? Same case?
Had to look at the manual, but yeah. The pre-amp is going to give -4 dBv to +46 dBv of gain. The Scarlett series is really meant to be used with studio condenser mics which typically require a lot less gain.
If you really want to use this mic with a Scarlett you could, but you might have to add a pre-amp to give the mic enough gain.
Taylor'd Tech Thanks for replies. Yeah I wanted to start with this gear, maybe later upgrade to some condenser mic. That's why I think i should go with scarlett. Maybe I can work around something in DAW also. After all, audio interface is more important at this point. I'll upgrade to some better mic later on.
+Darko Ristanovic Definitely a quality interface is worth investing in!
I love these mics and they sound as good as $100 mics but they don’t have the durability. You cant beat on them like a SM58. They can quit working if you drop them. Happened to me and a buddy. But still a great value.
@BlackHeart Shit gets dropped and accidents happen if you actually use your mics for creative things like shows. others do things besides voice overs at a desk in studio apartment.
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 While I dont know the language (Turkish??), your voice was clear and loud, which is good. There are a few things that might help performance wise before buying a new mic:
- I could hear you moving closer/further from the mic. Ideally you dont want your mouth to be any further than the distance between your pinky and thumb when you stretch them out (15-25cm).
- If you lean back/away from the mic, it will drastically change how you sound and make you really quiet. I could tell several times you sat up/away from the mic. Being consistent in mic placement (in terms of where your mouth is in relation to the mic) is important.
- to reduce breath noises, place the mic just below your mouth (level with you chin/neck) and point is slightly upward toward your mouth so that you are talking "over" the mic
The AT2020 will be more sensitive than the XM8500...like a LOT more sensitive. This will let you sit further from it to get the same volume level and will help with dynamics (changing volume levels) if you move around alot during streams, but it will also pick up more room noise (keyboard clicking, fans, PC noise, etc). So it might help with some of the issues you have, but it also might create other issues. Make sure your fundamentals are good before you spring for a more expensive mic.
Just curious, what are you using to connect the XM8500 to the PC?
im using xlr to usb cable.okay thanks do you think should i buy a pop filter? im using a windscreen.
+KaraŞövalye I would look at getting a better interface long before I worried about an AT2020. Even something like a Behringer UM2 (about as cheap as it gets) is going to be WORLDS better.
If you dont want to change your mic placement, then a pop-filter would definitely help with breath noises.
okay.it seems like im gonna stick with my behringer :) thanks again :)
Comparing to my microphone on my Turtle Beach PX22, which microphone would be better?
My guess is that it would wreck it, but that's hard to say conclusively when Turtle Beach doesn't even list specs.
If all you are doing with it is VOIP in game, you will not be able to tell a difference. If you start doing anything beyond that the XM8500 is a great deal.
The only thing to consider is that you can't plug it into a PC as a standalone product. You need something to provide some gain and an XLR input. You can get a cheap audio interface for about $40, an XLR cable for $10, and a mic stand for $15.
Taylor'd Tech Sounds pretty complicated, I'll have a look into it once I have my new PC.
Not complicated at all...just takes a little research. I'd take a look at by Audio Tips playlist as a good primer.
Ping me if you need more specific advise.
Taylor'd Tech Yeah thanks alot taylor, not going to worry about it now cause of year 12 exmas but in the future i will check it out.
thanks for the review..would it have a better output if i use it with an audio interface such as Behringer 302usb..?
+kai RJ not necessarily. That interface uses the same preamp and interface that is used in the mixer in the video
well actually i couldn't ask it the right way..what i meant was would it provide better audio output than plugging it directly to a laptop/pc..?
and also thanks for replying..
+kai RJ oh...yeah. phenomenally better. If you plug it straight into a laptop or PC it would be so quiet you might not hear it at all
I have a Lexicon Alpha audio interface that has no phantom power. Will this work if I connect it to my Lexicon Alpha?
+Kurt Tomlinson | Compositions it should as it doesn't require phantom power.
Wow, thanks for the quick response, I really appreciate it!
I've got a problem. When I record a sample of my voice I sound perfectly fine but there is a slight static going on in the background. Do I need a foam windscreen to get rid of that? I obviously have a XLR cable 3m long and a 3.5mm TRS adapter for my computer and when I plug it in and shake the adapter and XLR They make a static noise too. I hope you can help :)
+soljachygames Thats just normal background hiss. All sound signals have some level of background noise, however it should be relatively minimal to where even a slight sound washes it out.
What kind of adapter are you using?
Taylord Tech Well the XLR cable I have had a 1/4 inch jack then I attach a 3.5 mm jack adapter to my computer.
+soljachygames The 1/4" jack is going to be a mono jack. Your computer is expecting stereo. Instead you are shorting out the other channel (which is why it probably only plays on the left ear of your headset until you force it to mono).
Honestly, your computer is not designed to have this mic directly inputted to it like that. Its too low of a level. You really need to feed it though a preamp first.
Does this mic works well if i use xlr to 3.5mm using usb soundcard ??
+SRNP nope, it would be super quiet and only in the left channel. You need an actual interface/mixer to connect it to your pc
Taylord Tech thanks for response.
What's that thing on the right corner? i need that now!
@@PAUS3D_01 thx
I have a question.. So can I use the mic WITH Phantom Power ? I really need to know please!
Yeah you can feed it phantom power without hurting it, but it wont have any effect on the mic or how it sounds.
Okay Thank you mate !
Hi, would the mic work with the Tascam DR-10X recorder ?
No reason it shouldnt
nice review
I am gona get it
Awesome dude! Would appreciate if you use the amazon link in the description.
Taylord Tech OK man
Can you record songs with it?also can you connect it on your pc?
+George Es you could definitely do a song with it. You might have issues with vocals and an instrument at the same time tho
Taylord Tech okay thank you!
would you be able to use this mic without a mixing platform?
This mic connects via XLR. So you could buy an XLR to USB adapter (such as the blue icicle).
Something like the icicle would probably struggle to drive this mic. Its super gain hungry.
could i use a xlr to 6.3mm adapter to 3.5mm?
Hello.. nice video :) So I'm RUclipsr and I need a microphone with NO BACKGROUND noise.. I want the best microphone at this price.. Should buy this or something else? please help.. thanks :)
You control backgound noise by controlling your environment first, positioning your mic well second, and finally by using a low-sensitivity mic. The XM8500 has a very low sensitivity so it would help some, but not as much as making your environment quieter or keeping the mic closer to your mouth.
+Taylord Tech OK thanks
can i connect XM8500 directly to my laptop using xlr female to usb male?
It probably won't work very well. The interface built into that cable is very very weak.
I have tried it and it does work ( at like 40% gain) and there is little to no noise. This because although the specs say the mic is -70 db in sensitivity it is actually closer to -50 db ( a bit louder than a share sm58) because behringer is using an old method of reporting there numbers.
( If this mic had a sensitivity of -70 db I would call my self an idiot for calling the shire sm7b quiet)
Any good for live vocals in a band???
+Josh Blakemore It would be perfect for that...in fact that would probably be its primary use case.
Theres a weird noise when you speak. Was that a camera microphone
This is a much older video. IIRC I was using a cheapo (like $3) lav that plugged directly into the camera. It sounded like trash.
Taylord Tech i have another question, umm what happens to the microphone if you put some phantom power on it.. Im still waiting for my shure sm58 so i have no idea
+Nuts About Gaming nothing. It makes no difference.
Taylord Tech okay, thank you very much
Is this wired microphone?
hey just wanted to know what windscreen did you use on the mic at the end
+dhanjeet ramnatsing Its just a basic foam ball for a mic. They come in 5-packs on amazon for like $5
Can I use phantom power or will there be no difference
It doesnt need phantom power as its a dynamic mic.
Will it break if i use phantom power?
Nope. Moving coil dynamic mics dont care. You do have to be careful with passive ribbon mics.
What is the compressor that you are using?
Its an MDX4600 by Behringer. Decent 4 channel expander/compressor if you are on a budget.
Thanks!
Is there a way to make this mic wireless?
+Samuel Young there are solutions to make any mic wireless, but the cheap ones cost as much as this mic and are frankly horrible and the good ones are a few hundred dollars.
Yes, there are solutions for this however if you want a good one they will be about six times the cost of this mic( about 120 bucks plus the expense of replacing batteries) but honestly if you want to go wireless let me just warn you than wireless mics ain't cheap. If you go cheap with the wireless, the sound will be crappy. So if you can stick with a traditional xlr cable, stick with it! ( The only time I would really want wireless would be when multiple people with microphones will be actively moving a lot ( to prevent people from tripping) or if you think the cable looks bad. But if a longer cable can get the job done( then go with the cable). Hope this helped!
Will phantom power hurt this mic?
Phantom power will damage any mic that doesn't requires it
No, in fact any microphone whether it needs a phantom or not ( ribbon, Dynamic, condenser,shotgun, etc) won't get damaged with phantom power ( in fact a BBC studio has all the xlr sockets with phantom power at all times and they connect dynamics whenever they feel like it). However older mics ( and I mean old) that were wired differently would get damaged if accidentally connected to a phantom. But modern mics don't suffer from this. And yes I know that people say that ribbon mics will get fried with phantom power but that again was only to the older mics. So just as long as you don't have a vintage mic from the 70s, 60, etc phantom power won't fry or damage a mic by anyway!
@@rogeliolopez2190 Thanks for clearing that up.
Can it be connected to TV?
Not easily. Why do you want to connect a microphone to your TV? Just curious.
Will this hook up to a amp?
If you mean a basic guitar amp, then no...not unless it has a balanced input.
Taylord Tech if you have an XLR to 1/4 jack will it work on an amp?
It will be at a much lower level than your average guitar (mic level is lower than instrument level, which is lower than line level. See here: www.ovnilab.com/articles/linelevel.shtml). Also it would depend on how the XLR to 1/4 is wired (probably with pins 2 and 3 connected, which is correct. just never plug it in to anything with phantom power or youll fry it).
Taylord Tech thanks for the info and reply, hope your holiday season was nice
this microphone has a -70dB for sensitivity. What is the equivalente in mV/Pa that all other makes are using to measure their sensitivity? also does it have high signal output like the Senheiser e835?thanks
Using this little tool (www.sengpielaudio.com/calculator-transferfactor.htm), it comes out to 0.3162 mV/Pa. Its pretty dang low. Signal output is a bit low. Not enough to require a dedicated preamp, but you might be at the limit of the built-in preamps on a budget mixer.
my shure sm58 has a low signal output and it is gain hungry. I use Roland Tri capture interface, and the gain is almost at full before I hear myself. It has 1.85mV/Pa, so with that Beranger what is the case?0.31 mV/pa is not possible for a dynamic mic in my opinion, right?
warm sounding microphone
It is. You can really hear the difference when I compare it to the Lyx Pro mic in my review: ruclips.net/video/fbxaERL7lk4/видео.html
does it need a wire?
+Jack Finn Kirrane yep. Standard XLR
Thank you for the review.
+Luoyisi Shimisi Glad you liked it!
hehe, i just ending watching you after hearing the actual sound quality
mixer BEHRINGER, microfone BEHRINGER.. qualityyyyy where you areeeeee?
3-4 People on 1 Mic for a church choir, how well it'll perform?
Not terribly well. Its a cardioid pickup pattern, so it will reject noise from the sides. As cheap as it is though, you shouldnt have too much of a problem buying one for everyone.
+Taylord Tech Thanks slot for your Reply!
Can you pls recommend a good mic for a choir that's for a low budget?
For a small choir I would recommend a multi-mic setup. No single mic is going to perform as well, regardless of price. A setup like the Behringer C2 is probably the cheapest you can go without sacrificing significant quality. Also, the C2 is a condenser mic (not a dynamic like the XM8500), so they need phantom power.
You want the mics about an arms length from the choir. Remember when mixing that the goal of micing a choir is to reinforce their natural voices. They provide the main sound, you are just filling in the bits that dont carry well.
Ya We were thinking of getting like 5 XM 8500s, there are like 15 people in our choir so 3 in 1 mic
That would do ok right
anyways Thanks so much for getting back to me!
THERE IS A FALLOUT 3 BOBBLEHEAD !!!:D
This is like looking for hairs on an egg shell!!!
only good comments!!!!!!! 😅
good test i agree.
but i would never buy something so cheap
probably child or 7/6/9
jobs
it’s absolutely impossible to pay fair wages with products like that
same goes with clothes
sorry to spoil the party 👯
Exasperated. They invented sound for a reason.
Yeah its good but clips when screamed at
too much compression
Imma compress dem cheeks boo
it sounds non sense and dull
SM58 killer?? AAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAH