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sE Electronics 6160 Shotgun Mic Review / Test

25 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

RECORDING SETTINGS:Interface: Focsurite Scarlett 18i20 4th Gen Conversion: 24-bit / 48kHzGain: 27dBBoosted in Post: +12dBSPECS:Polar Pattern: Supercar...

Beyerdynamic M130 Review / Test

03 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today i review the Beyerdyanmic M130, a passive figure-8 ribbon which gives you a very rich and robust low-end and a tamer treble and air frequency ra...

Neumann TLM193 Review / Test

15 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Support the Channel: http://podcastage.com/supportToday i review the Neumann TLM193, a fantastic sounding neutral condenser microphone. This has a car...

Elgato Wave Neo Review / Test

24 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today I review and demo the Elgato Wave Neo, a relatively affordable USB condenser microphone. This offers a warmer and slightly darker sound compared...

Neat Worker Bee II (vs. AT2020, P120, 990)

06 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today i review the Neat Worker Bee 2, a budget condenser microphone. This has no switches or filters, it simply offers a cardioid polar pattern and a ...

Aston Apex Review / Test

13 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Voicing 1 Comparison: https://youtu.be/00Fl2m_J-q0Today i review the Aston Apex, a handheld dynamic. This mic has two different voicings giving you di...

Audix PDX520 Dynamic Mic Review / Test

24 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today I review the new dynamic mic from Audix PDX520 which is a broadcast dynamic, podcast dynamic, streamer dynamic, or studio dynamic, whatever you ...

Audix OM3 Review / Test

04 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

vs. 12 Mics: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s5L5ggn-qkEToday i review the Audix OM3, a handheld dynamic. This mic offers a bright upper mid and trebl...

13 Handheld Mics Compared (Audix OM3)

02 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

00:00 - Intro00:19 - Spoken Word Comparison04:19 - Plosive Test (On Grill)05:23 - Plosive Test (3" Distance)06:26 - Handling Noise Test 107:23 - Handl...

Lewitt Connect 2 Interface Review / Walkthrough

18 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today I walkthrough, explain, test and review the new Lewitt Connect 2 streaming audio interface. I compare it to the Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 4th gen...

Shure PGA 181 Review / Test

27 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today i review the Shure PGA181 an affordable side address condenser. It is very straight forward with only a cardioid polar pattern and no pads or fi...

Neat BumbleBee II Review Test

12 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Video & HQ Audio: https://podcastage.com/rev/bumblebee2Today I'm reviewing and demoing the Neat Bumblebee 2, a budget USB condenser mic that I got...

Neumann TLM107 Review / Test

04 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Support the Channel: http://podcastage.com/supportToday i review the Neumann TLM107, a multipattern condenser with two high pass filters and two pad o...

Hyper X Quadcast 2 Review/Test

21 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Video & HQ Audio: https://podcastage.com/rev/quad2Today I'm reivewing and demoing the Hyperx Quadcast 2, a multipattern USB condenser microph...

Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 4th Gen Comparison

09 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today I provide spoken word samples of the Focusrite 18i20 4th gen and compare it to the 2nd gen 18i20 as well as the Universal Audio X8 and the UA LA...

Podcastage's Best Music of 2024

31 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Thanks for an amazing 2024. Simply put there weren't enough reviews to compile a good box throw video, so I figured this would be a fun way to wrap up...

Podcastage's Favorite Gear of 2024

24 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Video & HQ Audio: https://podcastage.com/rev/2024favToday we discuss my favorite audio gear of 2024. I share my favorite microphone that I reviewe...

Sennheiser ME 2 Review / Test

17 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today we're looking at the Sennheiser ME 2 a relatively affordable lavalier microphone. This offers a brighter character which can be beneficial on th...

Fifine AM8 Review / Test

10 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Video & HQ Audio: https://podcastage.com/rev/am8Today I review the Fifine AM8, a budget USB/XLR dynamic microphone that only costs around $50. As ...

Shure MV6 Review / Test

26 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today I review the Shure MV6 which is a USB Gaming microphone that costs around $150. The big feature of this mic is the DSP (digital signal processin...

Shure 565SD Review / Test

19 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today i review the Shure 565SD, a classic handheld dynamic. This offers acardioid pattern and a very bright treble range which gives you a clearer sou...

Peluso P414 Review / Test

12 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Support the Channel: http://podcastage.com/supportToday i review the Peluso P414, a mic that is trying to emulate the sound of the original AKG C414 E...

Violet Amethyst Vintage Review / Test

30 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today i review the Violet Mics Amethyst Vintage (which was purchased after JZ Mics acquired them). This has a cardioid polar pattern, no pad, no filte...

Warm Audio WA47 Review / Test

22 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today I review the Warm Audio WA47, a clone of the Telefunken U47. This mic offers a relatively balanced sound with good bass extension and a nicely d...

CAD E40 Review / Test

15 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today i review what I would classify as a BUDGET mic, the CAD E40. This thing has an MSRP of $100, but at the time of review it's on sale for $50 and ...

Rode NTR Review / Test

08 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today i review the Rode NTR, an active figure-8 ribbon microphone which has a really healthy output so you don't have to worry about your preamp that ...

Shure Nexadyne 8/C Review / Test

01 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today i review the Shure Nexadyne 8/C, a handheld dynamic. The mic has a cardioid polar pattern with good off axis coloration, it has a controlled low...

Shure Nexadyne 8C vs SM58, E835, V7, KSM105, M88, Beta 58a

01 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Video: http://podcastage.com/rev/nxn8c-comp This is a supplemental demo to my full review of the Shure Nexadyne 8C (http://podcastage.com/rev/nxn8c). ...

Neumann U87 Ai vs. Neumann TLM49

24 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Video: https://youtu.be/241Yn_IKJRAShould you get the Neumann U87 Ai or the TLM49? I don't know what you should do, I'm not your dad! But in this vide...

Shure SM4 Review / Test

17 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today i review the Shure SM4, a new offering in the $200 price range. The mic is very straight forward with a cardioid polar pattern and no pads or sw...

How Much Should You Spend on a Mic (PGOA 1.7)

10 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Other Mic Specs to Consider Before Buying (PGOA 1.6)

06 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

00:00 - Dynamic Mic Specs (Sensitivity) 02:30 - Condenser Mic Specs (Equivalent Noise / Self Noise, Max SPL)

Different Microphone Tones (PGOA 1.5)

04 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

00:00 - Understanding Different Frequencies 01:35 - Reading a Frequency Response Graph 03:33 - Different Microphone Tone Samples 05:38 - What Tone is ...

What Polar Pattern Should You Use? (PGOA 1.4)

30 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

00:00 - Intro00:18 - Demo of Polar Patterns01:27 - Discussion of Polar Patterns04:00 - Which Pattern is Right for You?Which polar pattern is the best ...

What Mic Type Should You Get: Studio, Lav, Headset, Shotgun? (PGOA 1.3)

27 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Which mic type is right for your content, studio mics, large diaphragm dynamics, condensers, cavaliers, headsets, shotgun mics, in this video I discus...

Dynamics vs. Condenser Mic: What's the Difference (PGOA 1.2)

23 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On episode 1.2 of PGOA, I talk about the differences between Dynamic and Condenser microphones, share what I believe to be the pros and cons of each, ...

XLR vs USB Mic: Which Should You Get? (PGOA 1.1)

20 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On episode 2 of PGOA, I discuss the differences between XLR and USB microphones and which connection may be the best fit for your project. If you just...

Why is Mic Selection Important? (PGOA 1.0)

20 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Why does microphone selection even matter? The mic that you choose to record with is one of the biggest contributing factors to the final audio qualit...

Miktek MK300 Review / Test

31 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Audio & Video: https://podcastage.com/rev/mk300Today i review the Miketek MK300, a relatively affordable multi pattern condenser mic with a -...

sE Electronics X1a Review / Test

25 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today i review the sE Electronics X1a, a budget studio condenser microphone. This offers a cardioid polar pattern, -20dB pad, and 100hz high pass filt...

Heritage Audio i73 Pro 2 Review / Test

17 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today I walkthrough, explain, test and review the new Heirtage Audio i73 Pro 2. I compare it to the 18i20 2nd Gen, compare it to a BAE 1073, test the ...

Rode Lavalier II Review / Test

09 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today I review the Rode Lavalier II which is Rode's more recent Lav release. It offers a good build quality and a ton of great accessories. The noise ...

Shure SM27 Review / Test

02 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today i review the Shure SM27, a studio workhorse or all-purpose cardioid condenser microphone. Features wise it offers a -15dB pad and 2 high pass fi...

Behringer D2 Podcast Pro Review / Test

19 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Video & HQ Audio: https://podcastage.com/rev/d2ppToday I review the Behringer D2 Podcast Pro, an XLR and USB dynamic mic that costs about $130. Th...

CAD M179 Review / Test

11 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today i review the CAD M179, a relatively affordable multi-pattern condenser mic ranging from Omni to Cardioid to Figure 8 or anything in between. The...

Ultimate 5 Mic Collection, Annoying Podcast Trends (Q&A-003)

04 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In Q&A episode 3 I discuss my ultimate 5 microphone collection, podcast habits/trends that I find incredibly annoying, what mic and interface I'd ...

Zoom H1essential Review / Test

21 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Video: https://youtu.be/KCpCjQ1_jNUSpecs: https://zoomcorp.com/en/us/handheld-recorders/handheld-recorders/h1essential/Today I walkthrough, explain, t...

Rode TF-5 Review / Test

15 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Video: https://podcastage.com/rev/tf5Today i review the Rode TF-5, a premium small diaphragm condenser from Rode. This offers a pretty healthy bass re...

Shure MV7+ Review / Test

08 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Video & HQ Audio:  https://podcastage.com/rev/mv7plusToday I review the new Shure MV7+ an XLR & USB dynamic microphone with a lot of DSP ...

Lewitt Ray Review / Test

30 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today i review the Lewitt Ray, a microphone based on the LCT440 but with technology inside that adjusts to your distance. This means that if you move ...

Neve Portico 5017 Preamp Review / Test

23 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How does the Neve Portico 5017 Sound? Awesome. This "mobile" preamp has a ton of gain, a silk circuit to add some coloration, a high pass filter, a co...

Shure MoveMic Review / Test

11 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Video & HQ Audio: https://podcastage.com/rev/movemicCurtis' Review w/ Distance Test: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ruRHrIGvHXUToday I review Shu...

Warm Audio WA251 Review / Test

03 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Video: https://youtu.be/t8X-Is7naeUToday i review the Warm Audio WA251, a clone of the legendary Telefunken ELAM 251. This is a slightly V-shaped soun...

Neumann BCM 104 Review / Test

27 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Video: https://youtu.be/jC3N_hNk7hEToday I review the Neumann BCM104, a broadcaster condenser. I compare this mic to the Shure SM7b, Electro Voice RE2...

Razer Seiren V3 Mini Review / Test

20 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Video & HQ Audio:  https://podcastage.com/rev/v3miniToday I review the Razer Seiren V3 Mini. This is similar to the original Seiren Mini, but...

How To STOP Distorting Your Mic - Best OBS Mic Settings

13 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I receive questions about upgrading mics because they are distorting, but in most cases they just aren't set up properly. In this video I demonstrate ...

Daking Mic-Pre One Review / Test

06 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Video: https://youtu.be/OPKB1qE1A2cDoes an $800 Made in the USA preamp perform well? It has 70dB of gain, a variable high pass filter, a noise floor c...

sE Electronics sE8 SDC Mic Review / Test

27 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

HQ Audio Of Review: https://podcastage.com/rev/se8 Additional Electric Guitar Demos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yv6d_6o_Bv0Today i review th...

JZ Mics Vintage 67 Review / Test (vs. U67, U87, TLM103)

21 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Electric Guitar Demo: https://youtu.be/UoulvIXdbVAToday i review the JZ Mics Vintage 67, a mic that based on it's name is going for the U67 sound at 1...

Logitech Yeti Orb Review / Test

14 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Video & HQ Audio: https://podcastage.com/rev/yetiorb Logitech G Hub Software Walkthrough: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9lLUNa2hDDAAddition...

One Mic for Everything, Removing White Noise, Mics I Regret Buying, & More (Q&A-002)

06 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's Q&A episode, I answer questions about choosing one microphone for everything, how to get rid of white noise from recordings and streams...

Rode NTK Tube Mic Review / Test

31 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Video: https://youtu.be/jPdlS-HmmXE HQ Audio Of Review: https://podcastage.com/rev/ntk Electric Guitar Demo: https://podcastage.com/rev/ntkdemoTo...

Rode NTK - Electric Guitar Demo

27 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The RODE-NTK is a tube mic from Rode, and this is just a supplemental demo on electric guita to accompany the full review of the RODE NTK on the main ...

Art Tube MP Preamp Review / Test

23 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

HQ Audio Of Review: https://podcastage.com/rev/tubempVideo: https://youtu.be/8Tn5jGhivuIIs a budget tube preamp any good? In todays video I test,...

Sony ECM-LV1 Lav Mic Review & Test

16 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Video & HQ Audio: https://podcastage.com/rev/ecmlv1Today I review a $30 lavalier microphone from Sony. This is very similar to their older ECM-CS3...

HyperX Solocast Review / Test

09 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Video & HQ Audio: https://podcastage.com/rev/solocast Today I review the HyperX Solocast, a budget USB microphone. This is a barebones offering wi...

Goodbye 2023, Remembering a Year of Boxes

26 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Podcastage's Favorite Audio Gear of 2023

19 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Video: https://youtu.be/Vn4wl-V8EUkToday we discuss my favorite audio gear of 2023. I limit the selections to a Top 3 which made it very difficult, bu...

Fewer Mic Reviews?, Removing Reverb, Ghost Hunting Mics & More (Q&A-001)

13 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's Q&A episode, I answer questions about moving away from reviewing audio gear to focus on non-audio gear, removing reverb and noise from ...

2023 Audio Gear Gift Guide

06 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This is my 2023 audio gear gift guide for those that are looking for gifts for the audio lovers in their life. The gifts range from $10 up to $250 and...

Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 (4th Gen) Review / Test

28 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Video: https://youtu.be/AjGD6KPWVBA Software Walkthrough: https://youtu.be/Emx_umPGOpwToday I walkthrough, explain, test and review the new Focusirte ...

Shure KSM313/NE Review / Test

21 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

HQ Audio Of Review: https://podcastage.com/rev/ksm313 Video: https://youtu.be/mXSE56y3aHsToday i review the Shure KSM313/NE a figure-8 ribbon mic...

PreSonus TubePre V2 Review / Test

14 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Video: https://youtu.be/TrKg-189ifEToday I walkthrough, explain, test and review the relatively affordable tube microphone preamp; the Presonus TubePr...

Lewitt LCT 840 Review / Test (vs. OC818, TF51, LCT1040, U67)

07 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Video Of Review: https://podcastage.com/rev/Lct840Today i review the Lewitt LCT840, a multi-pattern tube condenser mic that offers 5 great sounding po...

Universal Audio SD-1 Hemisphere Plugin Demo / Test

31 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Video & Audio Of Review: https://podcastage.com/rev/hemisphereFull Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0m4FkPS9RgEBuy the Universal Audio SD1 ...

Shure KSM141 Microphone Review / Test

24 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Video of Review: https://podcastage.com/rev/ksm141 Today i review the Shure KSM141, a small diaphragm condenser which offers a controlled low end, a n...

Movo LV-1 Lav Mic Review

17 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Video & HQ Audio: https://podcastage.com/rev/lv1Today I review a $13 lavalier microphone kit. This seems to be a similar built to a mic I reviewed...

Austrian Audio MiCreator

10 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Video & HQ Audio: https://podcastage.com/rev/micreatorToday I review a new USB mic from Austrian Audio; the MiCreator. This is a USB mic that...

Shure SM7dB Review / Test

03 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today I review new Shure SM7dB. Does this improve the noise floor of your recordings? Is it worth the money? Should you buy it? In this review I compa...

Logitech Yeti GX Dynamic Mic Review / Test

26 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Video & HQ Audio: https://podcastage.com/rev/yetigx Today I review a new USB mic from Logitech the Yeti GX. This is an USB supercardioid dynamic m...

Electro Voice RE520 Review / Test

19 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Video: https://youtu.be/wnEGw0_zjGcToday I review a handheld condenser mic from Electro Voice the RE520. This thing sounds like a brighter RE20 with a...

Behringer MIC300 Tube Preamp & Limiter Review / Test

12 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Video: https://youtu.be/Rbr_A3Pqj4EToday I walkthrough, explain, test and review the budget Behringer MIC300 tube preamp. This offer +60dB of gain wit...

Shure MVX2U Interface Review / Demo / Explained

05 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Video: https://youtu.be/EaEf2YX_tnUToday I walkthrough, explain, test and review the new Shure MVX2u. This is the smallest interface I've reviewed and...

Audio Technica AT2020USB-X Review / Test

29 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Video & HQ Audio: https://podcastage.com/rev/at2020usbxToday I review a new USB mic from Audio Techncia, the 2020USB-X. This is an update to ...

sE Electronics V2 Switch Review / Test

22 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

HQ Audio Of Review: https://podcastage.com/rev/sev2Video: https://youtu.be/EomPiDMrbFgToday i review the sE Electronics V2 Switch, a new budget d...

AKG C414 XLII vs AKG C414 XLS (Versus Series)

15 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

HQ Audio Of Video: https://podcastage.com/rev/xliivsxls Video: https://youtu.be/eNod6LYwqtQShould you get the C414 XLII or the XLS? In this video...

Sennheiser Profile USB Review / Test

08 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Video & HQ Audio: https://podcastage.com/rev/profileusb Today I review a new USB mic from Sennheiser, the Profile. This thing offers an inoff...

sE Electronics sE7 Review / Test

01 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today i review the sE Electronics sE7, a small diaphragm condenser which offers a nice low end, neutral mids and a lifted top end which gives you some...

Rode Podmic USB Review / Test

25 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

DSP Processing Walkthrough: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bkad9b5173sRode Connect Walkthrough: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SDNlC19uUIcToday I re...

Fifine K669 Dynamic Mic Review / Test

18 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today I review a budget dynamic mic which costs only $37, the Fifine K669d. This is a very basic microphone with no switches or buttons, and a single ...

Audio Technica AT2040USB Review / Test

11 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today I review a new USB dynamic mic from Audio Technica, the AT2040 USB. This is a plug and play device with a great mute button, a headphone volume ...

Tonor TD510 Review / Test

04 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today I review a budget dynamic mic which costs about $60. It has so much in terms of low mids that it makes ribbon mics sound weak. It has an inverte...

Shure SM7b (50th Anniversary Edition) History & Unboxing

27 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Lewitt Pure Tube Review / Test

20 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today I review the new Pure Tube from Lewitt. This thing offers a tamer top end compared to Lewitt's solid state mics and more detail and articulation...

Mackie EM-99B Review / Test

13 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today I review a budget broadcast dynamic microphone, the Mackie EM99b. This is an XLR dynamic mic which offers a great build quality, a nice set of a...

Fifine K688 Review / Test (vs. TD510, PD100, Q2u, MV7)

06 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today I review a budget dynamic mic which costs between $70 and $80, the Fifine K688. This is an XLR & USB mic with zero latency monitoring and it...

Mojave MA-200 Review / Test

30 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today I review a tube mic from MOJAVE, the MA-200. This is a cardioid only condenser mic and it has a sound that seems fitting for modern pop with a c...

Maono PD100 Review / Test (vs. SM7b, Podmic, XM8500)

23 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today I review a budget dynamic mic which costs only $50; the PD100. This comes with a mic, stand, and xlr cable as well. It offers a V-shaped sound w...

Earthworks SR117 Review / Test (vs. SM58, AT2010, Beta 87a)

16 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today I review a brand new handheld condenser microphone from Earthworks, the SR117. This mic has a controlled low end, a neutral mid section, and a b...

Beyerdynamic MC930 Review / Test (vs. C2, M2, sE8, KM184)

25 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today i review the Beyerdynamic MC930 which is a $600 small diaphragm condenser mic which has a thick lowend, a neutral mid section, and a slightly el...