FiFine K690 USB Multi Pattern Microphone Review / Test (vs Blue Yeti)
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- Опубликовано: 28 июн 2024
- Today, I have the FiFine K690 USB microphone in the Audio Hotline Studio! There is absolutely no denying that this mic is similar to the Blue Yeti.... so I decided to put a comparison of the K690 vs the Blue Yeti. Although, I wanted to mostly focus on the K690 itself, but the similarities between the two made me mention the Blue Yeti quite often.
This mic is a reasonable price for what you are getting. In this review I go through all the accessories, build quality, specs, features, sound quality tests, and much more! If you are interested in purchasing this mic be sure to check out the testing and audio samples and see if this is right for you! Every person has different expectations of audio gear. If the features are what you need, and you like the sound, then it is right for you!
Thanks for watching the Audio Hotline! I'll see you Audio Nerds next time!
======Timestamps======
Introduction: 0:00 - 1:05
FiFINE K678 differences compared to K690: 1:05 - 1:16
Pricing, differences and similarities of Fifine and Blue: 1:16 - 1:55
More Info on Similarities of K678 and K690: 1:55 - 2:23
What comes with the FiFIne K690: 2:23 - 4:00
My Opinion on Accessories and Build Quality: 4:00 - 4:27
FiFine K690 Features: 4:27 - 5:26
My Opinion on Features: 5:26 - 5:44
K690 Specs: 5:44 - 6:33
Explanation of Polar Patterns: 6:33 - 7:32
My Opinion On Specs: 7:32 - 7:42
Testing Intro, Info and Disclaimers: 7:42 - 8:23
AUDIO TESTS
Proximity: 8:23 - 8:56
Plosives: 8:56 - 9:30
BG Noise Rejection: 9:30 - 9:41
KITTY BREAK: 9:41 - 9:57
Kitty Purr Test: 9:57 - 10:03
Polar Pattern Test (White Noise): 10:03 - 10:39
Distance Tests: 10:39 - 11:03
Post Processing Test: 11:03 - 11:34
Acoustic Guitar Test: 11:34 - 12:32
Gain Test: 12:32 - 12:50
Blue YETi vs FiFine K690: 12:50 - 14:30
My Review/Opinion on the FiFine K690: 14:30 - 16:52
My Grade? and Summary: 16:52 - 17:32
Should you get the K678 or K690?: 17:32 - 18:12
Outro: 18:12 - 19:05
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======PRODUCTS IN REVIEW======
*Affiliate Links Below*
FiFine K690 Link:
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FiFine K678 Link:
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Blue Yeti Link:
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======Related Videos======
FiFIne K678 Review Link:
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A majestic, graceful entrance.
10/10
I expect a "Kitty Purr Test" with every mic now. :)
Done! 😂
Fifine >>>yeti especially when it comes to the price
Best review i ever seen dont know why this channel is underrated love your content ❤️
Man u are so funny, you probably one of my top favorite tech RUclipsrs. Love the review bro, keep up the good work and I wish you quick recovery
Pretty thorough and helpful test video! Appreciate the time you took to do it. Also, I truly appreciate your suggestions to FIFINE.
I am thankful for the Fifine K690 because it delivered everything I wished the Blue Yeti had and I got rid of my Blue Yeti years ago before the K690 existed, I got rid of it because it was too large and too heavy and the nano was lacking features. Fifine K690 has all the same futures but in half the size and weight of the Blue Yeti. If a company doesn’t improve or deliver, I’m happy that other companies can innovate on good ideas to make them even better.
I went through so many videos, and this is most detailed review. Thanks bud!
I’m buying Fifine.
Best review ever! This channel is really legit!
Your channel deserves more subscribers... Amazing work. Thank you so much.
Love the content as always man
Man, i really loved your review. I bought it without knowing much about it, just based on customer opinions. And I'm super satisfied, just wait for some kind of setup program. But as there are already internals like in OBS it becomes unnecessary. Great review and test, best wishes from Brazil
Cinematic beauty of a video
Thanks a lot for the review. Very detailed.
Awesome review brother always a pleasure
Thank you so much for such a detailed review!!! Also you are so funny I laughed multiple times throughout this
I reviewed this mic, but didn't have a Blue Yeti to make the comparison. I pinned your review as my top comment so people would know. Thanks for the comparison samples!
thank you so much man! learnt so much
Why is this channel so underrated. Better than sound guys 😂
Nice review bruvva , best wishes for the recovery. Hope you feel better now at 108.
Love the video style!
Wishing you a fast recovery.
Man, you are awesome!
Thanks for the video
thank you. you have help me a lot
Very helpful review.
In other news...that cat needs its own channel - it knows what it's doing...! 😁
I would love if you could test out the HyperX Solo Cast vs the Fifine K678 !!👍
Hope you recover quickly!
Just dropping in… I’ve bought the mic just recently and am super satisfied. Just kind of need help in terms of setting it up though like post processing and stuff. I’d want to have solid audio not just in OBS but also Discord and all apps across the board
I was contemplating the. Fifine or the Elgato wave but the Fifine is was more affordable so I went with it! anyways thanks for the review =] hopefully it can capture my voice well until I get actually drop some money on a mic.
Of all the microphones you've tested, which do you think is the best male (regardless of the price)?
Who wants a huge microphone, and have to special order a big shockmount , the sound of the blue yeti is like rubbing steel wool on its grill
would love to have your take on the super similar boya by-pm700
Just watched the k678 review and this came out
Hey man! I was wondering what dynamic mic you would recommend (200$ budget) for gaming. I tried the AKG D5 but i felt it didnt have the presence i needed or wanted... My voice is kinda bassy and dark in a way? Cheers!
Hello! Thanks for your review. I just got a new laptop that only has usb c ports. Do you know if there is available mini usb to usb c cables that could work with the Fifine k690 mic? Thank you!
Officially at my breaking point here with receiving the same comment 😂. If you are going to leave a question about me saying “Fine Fine” here is my default answer:
“Fine Fine” is the way the company wants it pronounced, and they informed me on how to say it. My first couple reviews, I said it the way it seems like it should be said
(Fi Fine). Then I ended up talking to some of their reps and doing some voiceovers for them. That is what all of them have told me “Fain Fain”... I agree though, definitely a little weird 😂
Lol
great video just bought the mic am new at this can help and tell me how do i add the post processing affect and what program to use
Do I need this if it's only for gaming streaming and RUclips or will the k 678 do just Fifine??
Maybe this is subjective and of course this is more like a casual test, but my impression was that the omnidirectional on the Fifine lacked definition in terms of the direction of the sound compared to the Blue. But otherwise I think I actually liked the other samples better on the Fifine.
Btw, one thing I read in an Amazon review that for some might justify the +30$ for the Blue is that someone mentioned the audio monitoring on the Fifine was not as true to the sound being recorded as on the Blue Yeti (or maybe they just got a defective unit).
I wonder too if this mic could also be plugged to an Android phone using an OTG adapter and enabling an external mic on a dedicated video app (as I believe some do with the Blue Yeti).
It would be so interesting if you would test the Boya BY-PM700SP and compare it to the the Fifine and the Blue, it's another Blue Yeti clone.
Is this the best fifine product in terms of sound and recording anything?
how do u make ur mic sound this good i have the same one
what are your recommended settings for the fifine k690 to make it sound as good as possible? btw great video!
First off is to keep decent gain level, the dial setting on mic is of crucial importance. Set it below 50% if you're in a noisy room and the noise cant get rid of, such as the sound from fans or air-condition. Next, set computer input at around 80%. At last, the speaking range is another aspect that makes the great difference. Keep the mic 3-5 inches away from mouth, the closer the better.
@@FIFINE i bought the mic a few days ago, and its insanely good. ty for being a good company with good prices. keep it up!
I just ordered one of these for $45 through their black friday sales. It should be a big improvement from my cheap yanmai, which has no gain adjustment.. So I either have to have it right up to my face or have a lot of background noise from cranking the gain via the laptop.
Now I really wanna see every single Chinese brand XLR or USB microphone from Aliexpress tested.
Can you review the maono 422 and the maono 903
Was Peanutses ..now coming with, in, and on ...
Huh?! Where’s my mind at?!?
Edit: just got to the part about impregnating with plosives. My goodness..
Great review.
Would you be so kind as to share what webcam you use?
dude you gotta review fifine k669b!
Which mode is best for streaming? Also do you think I could use this for my console(either by plugging it in or plugging it into my laptop and streaming from there)
Cardioid pick-up pattern is better for podcasts, game streaming, vocal performances, voiceovers and instruments. And the K690 works on PS4/PS5. But the downside is that if you plug the headset into controller, PS4 input and output will change to controller automatically. Thus, You are supposed to split the microphone feature from headset with a 3.5mm Female to 2 Male adapter, or simply use the earbuds which has two loops on its connector, then you're good to go.
Have you ever given any microphone an A+ cuz I'm gonna buy that without question
he gave the samson q2u an A+ i believe
Maya R. Is right! I did give the Q2U an A+
***Spoiler alert! 😂 😉
I have given these mics A+ grades:
Neat King Bee
Samson Q2U
Behringer XM8500
Rode NT1
Do you recommend using the pop filter with it?
in my country, the price difference between this and blue yeti is around 100 dollar
Well there is a slight style change i think looks sleeker than the yeti. I just started doing some asmr using this mic and its working good my inky concern is if this fifinea gain can get as high as the yetis
I mean, you can change that in editing software
I'm looking into starting a 2 person podcast. Would it be better to buy 2 K678s, one for each person, or sitting a K690 between us? Would save some cash with the latter.
The best option is definitely two mics. There are a ton of advantages to each person having their own mic.
Just a few examples:
you can change the level of each person’s mic so the levels match and one person isn’t way louder than the other. You can change the EQ or processing for each mic to compliment the individual person’s voice. If you accidentally talk at the same time you can mute one person in post, or if you don’t want to mute one, it will still be way easier to hear each person with two mics. Most importantly the sound will be substantially better.
Two people using one mic can turn into a mess pretty easily. However, like you said, it is cheaper. In the long run, You definitely won’t regret getting two mics.
One note though:
If you are going to be in the same room or the room you are recording in had a lot of echo or reverb, I would HIGHLY recommend going with dynamic mics. They will reject each others voices, and the room, way better than the K678 will. That will give you a much better and cleaner recording.
If you are trying to save as much money as possible and you want to go with two dynamic mics… you could get a setup like this:
Behringer XM8500 mics (x2):
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Behringer umc202hd:
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Mono price XLR cables (actually REALLY nice but just inexpensive):
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At that point you can hold the mic, some people like to, or you could get a cheap desktop stand, traditional mic stand, or a boom arm.
Something like this:
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Hopefully this helped!
I had doctor once tell me at 25 I wasn’t even in good health for a 95 year old man. I don’t remember you needing support last time. Hopefully your getting better.
Damn dude! That is not good! That doctor sounds like an asshole haha.
Thanks! I actually recorded this video before my last two, but I just barely switched to one crutch recently!
@@AudioHotline I outlived him. But, I’ve been ill all my life. I breathe like Darth Vader. I refer to myself as God’s favorite broken play toy. 🤣
Glad you’re doing better.
What is your recording level on mic and OS?
Hey man, maybe some Boya microphones for future reviews? They got some quite decent budget microphones especially video microphones.
I like the guitar sounds, beautiful
Wait, putting your phone near your mic makes white noise?
Guitar chords sounded like House on a Hill by Pretty Reckless!
fine fine
Its really good im not gonna lie but i wish it was 24 bit 48khz
Quick question, does this mic work with the ps5
This made me want to eat a pickled patch of pickled peanutses
how do you pick up less background noise using this mic because i have the same mic but it captures the sound of my computer's fan and it's so loud.
You can try to turn down the volume to 50% with the knob, then set the input volume on your computer to under 70%. And try to keep a speaking distance of 3-5 inches and keep the mic as further away from the fans as possible. Or you can consider getting a boom arm for it to get the K690 even closer to your mouth and even further away from the noises.
whats a good software for audio editing??
My poor sweet prince. Filmed before the last few I take it?
Haha yes it was!
is a mic volume knob important to have? or just adjust mic gain on the pc?
Volume knob is an input gain control. The importance depends on whether you need it. But it will definitely help adjust the input sound level on the fly.
Hey, if i email you a picture of a microphone would you be able to tell me what it is?
Its a screenshot from a video of Drake recording at his home studio, its a bit pixel-ish but ive been looking for this mic for months 😅
mind if i see it as well? you can send it at my twitter @sowiokwon
Go ahead! My email is audiohotline@gmail.com
I had ordered the blue yeti and then saw this review. And i was quite surprised by the fifine k690. I wish they had their own software that was similar to the logitech g hub. But i found the k690 on amazon with their lightning deal which brought it to almost 40$ cheaper than blue yeti after taxes! What’s an alternative to logitech g hub to fine tune the k960??
Equalizer APO. The best software out there and it is open sourced but it is difficult to config.
@@Int3rimo thank you will test it out! You know any that are similar interface as g hub?
@@operationgizmo7523 No, I do not. But you can try out some the presets that one youtuber made and try to tweak it if you like. I personally use G Hub for my mouse and keyboard (they are from logitech). Although it is easy to config and load presets and stuff but the software is not optimized - it is laggy. APO feels like a breeze to my pc really - it runs in the background and doesnt even use 0.1% of cpu power. Also it uses the same Reaper FM plugins which I used in OBS.
How come it seems like my gain is at 100 percent when it’s at zero ?
Guys, can somebody tell me what i should buy to connect that microphone to my arm stand for mic? I have something bigger than 5/8 required but i got no idea what size is that and what i need to get to connect it?
K690 is suitable for the boom arm stand coming with the 3/8'' to 5/8'' adapter. Since we don't know which arm stand you have, we recommend buying a boom arm on Amazon directly. But if you have already known the specification of your boom arm, you can just purchase the adapter.
And also do you think I should go with usb microphones or spend extra with XLR mics
I will always pick XLR over USB.
@@AudioHotline alright so which one would your prefer under 100$
A noobish q: is it possible to use this mic on mobile phone? (via the adapter) 🤔
Hello there! I want to cooperate with you, but I can't find your contact information.
Does anyone know how to make this mic not pick up background sound like keyboard
Make sure it is in cardioid mode and that the keyboard is directly behind the mic, not to the side.
Honestly though, condenser mics are way more sensitive to background and room noise, I always urge people to get dynamic cardioid or super cardioid mics when they expect a lot of background or room noise.
Your best option is what I mentioned previously, cardioid mode on the mic and the further you can get that mic away from that keyboard and have the keyboard directly behind the mic, the better it will sound.
Does it have an built in pop filter?
Sorry that there is not built-in pop filter for the K690. But you can purchase our U1 pop filter for K690. link:www.amazon.com/FIFINE-Recording-Microphone-Computer-Podcast/dp/B09CH1KSJ3
k678 vs k690 which is better? please respond
First off, you should know what your main purpose is. The biggest difference between K678 and K690 is that K690 is equipped with multiple pick-up patterns. If you don't have the demand of several pick-up patterns, then you can just purchase the K678.
i came into this video hoping that it wasnt better than the k678 cus i didnt wanna waste my money
As long as you don’t need multiple polar patterns, you definitely made the right choice.
@@AudioHotline
So if I'm a friendless loser who only needs the cardioid pattern, then the 678's good?
😂 yes! Definitely!
is this mic better than the hyper x solocast in mic quality??
Before you make a comparison between K690 and Hyperx Solocast, you first need to know whether you need the four pick-up patterns. If not, we will recommend the K678. The price is totally the same between the K678 and the Hyperx solocast. In terms of sound quality, they also have a pretty similar warm tone. K678 is equipped with the 3.5mm headphone jack, volume knob and the mute button. That means K678 have more functional buttons than the hyperx solocast. If you accept the brand premium, you can purchase the solocast. But if you need to monitor your voice during recording or don't get enough budget, the K678 should be your choice.
Anyway, if it is hard to decide, you can purchase both and test, then return the one you don't need.
@@FIFINE thx for the info. i tried them and found the solocast to have a better quality in my opinion, and hence bought it
The verdict is not much clear! Your verdict on Fifine is not specific to its features but it's on comparison with Yeti. Comparison during testing is totally needy but verdict needs to be in specific to Fifine. Please do reply if you would recommend K690 over Yeti (leaving the features, copy and inspiration thing aside)
Does anyone know what micstand he uses??
K690 is suitable for the Boom arm stand which comes with the 3/8'' to 5/8'' adapter. And you can easily search for it on Amazon.
Link: www.amazon.com/s?k=boom+arm+stand&ref=nb_sb_noss
Is it possible to connect this mic to a phone?
I just tried it and it worked for me. I have an iPhone so I was using a usb to lightning adapter. Regardless of the phone you have, you’ll need an adapter that goes from usb-a to whatever connection your phone has.
It's sounds same!
FI FINE is cool
Fine Fine cause this mic its 2 times fine :D
How much does the microphone weigh?
It is around 1300 Grams.
Guys I just want to buy a microphone to start RUclips, witch one better between fifine k690 and blue yeti ?
Just get the FiFine. If you don’t need multiple polar patterns, then get the FiFine K678 and save some money.
@@AudioHotline thank u
Yes. If you don't need the 4 pick-up patterns, the K678 is better. With the money you save, maybe you can purchase the boom arm for K678.
I like identical and cheaper.
Blue yeti in lazada PH price, almost 160$
Fifine k690 in shopee PH price, almost 40$
These are the prices in our country.
Is it compatible with iPad OS? I'm going to use it with iPad
We recommend using the microphone only with Windows and Mac computers. If you want to use it with a smartphone and tablet for recording, you will need a suitable USB adapter. But you can only hear playback after you unplug the mic. So even if your iPad has a headphone jack, the mic and headphone still can not work at the same time.
@@FIFINE so the problem is only about the live playback? But the audio quality is undisturbed, is it?
@@vladolaf2601 Hi Vlad Olaf, I'm afraid there's still an impact on the sound quality because of the iPad adapter. After all, it's still a microphone for PC not for mobiles, if you're looking for the best quality, you may have to buy a desktop mic that is dedicated to smartphones.
Fifine K690 capsule is 14mm x 3 and K679 is 16mm capsule, so I think it is different.
This has 3 capsules in it. It doesn’t use the same capsule for every polar pattern. FiFine told me directly that the cardioid capsule is the same as the K679.
@@AudioHotline I have both microphones, and one say it has 16mm capsule, and another says 14mm capsule. I don't know nothing else.
@@am8119 🤷♂️ on their site (page linked below), if you scroll down to “features comparison” it says they are both 14mm… so maybe there was a misprint?
fifinemicrophone.com/collections/microphones/products/fifine-k690-usb-microphone
@@AudioHotline Ok. Thanks. Yes on the K678 box has missprint..saying it is 16mm capsule. Thanks.
@@AudioHotline So it seems. Thus, incorrect information has been printed on the box.
jack cable doesnt fit in the microphone all the way
often cuts out
You probably need to put it harder
Is it good for ASMR?
It's usable. A good audio interface with an XLR mic would get you further in the long run, but if this is the budget you're looking at, then yes, it will work! Especially If you want to utilize the multiple polar patterns, this is definitely the cheapest entry-level option. A good XLR Multiple Polar Pattern Mic + Interface is going to be closer to $300-$500.
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Would buy but USB-C ?????
Are you saying you won't buy it because it is USB-C? Just to clarify. it isn't USB-C. Maybe you meant the opposite though, in which case.... In order to plug it into my computers (all of them only have USB-C ports) I had to use a female USB-A to male USB-C adapter. Since the cable that comes with it is Mini USB (Mic End) to USB-A (to Computer). It works great with the adapter, but I do wish it came with a USB-C cable. You can find those adapters for super cheap on amazon... but If you were thinking it was USB-C, no worries, it is USB-A.
@@AudioHotline Yeah i meant, "???" where's the USB-C. I dont mind the USB-A to computer, its the Mini USB at the mic end that bothers me... I prefer USB-C Out. Why anyone still manufactures their products with ancient tech is beyond me
@@hf8547 I feel the exact same way!
@@AudioHotline twinsies
The FiFine sounds a bit warmer and a touch bass'ier, blue yeti sounds a little higher pitched. fifine sounds better
Video volume too low yooo ^_^
FinFine is "Fine Fine"
Can't say I'm fond of the Yeti. It's an old design that's not really optimal for most of the people who buy one. The fact that it has inspired so many clones just kind of weirds me out.
hahaha fair enough! It all comes down to money!