Heya guys you guys came in clutch I'm trying to introduce someone newly to voice over slowly but surely and they recently got a mic but these options make be good for the future thanks a lot❤😊

@voices

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and glad this video helped you out!

Thank you for making this video.

@voices

10 ай бұрын

Out pleasure! -Randy

I have the TLM 103, Rode NT1 and Audio Technica AT 2035. My favorite? Audio Technica.

looking right now for a new microphone as i had the sacrlet 2i2 starter kit mic but i want somehting better so i can get fully into the scene

I REALLY trust the judgement and opinion of Voices..could you do a review of the ISOVOX IsoMic Vocal Condenser Microphone?

@voices

Жыл бұрын

I really appreciate your trust in us! To be honest, I've never heard of this mic before, but I just checked out their site and it looks really interesting! I wonder if we could get our hands on one to test on the channel... -Randy

Hi, please what logiciel can i use to do voice over?

Only 2 mins in and I'm already impressed with the quality of how you form your opinions on these options. Granted my only microphone experience is with the detachable one on my Razer headset. Any recommendations for someone who loves making noises in all formats and just wants to see if this is the right field for me? There's some useless videos on my channel that contain my current microphone which isn't awful but I really want to feel the noises when listening back. Keep up the good work! :D

@voices

10 ай бұрын

I'd recommend any large diaphragm condenser mic that's above ~$120. Usually you can get some decent quality around that price. -Randy

While I am contemplating on getting a new mic for voice overs and singing in the near future, I do love my Harlan Hogan VO: 1-A mic by MXL. Also, isn't the TLM-103 related to U87 ai?

@voices

8 ай бұрын

Thats awesome to hear! They're super similar, but they have a few differences. The TLM103 outperforms for self-noise performance, but the U87ai has some more features (polar pattern) and slightly different internals that makes for a slightly different sound profile. But many would say they're indistinguishable for the most part.

@jeremydragon-shapeshifter

8 ай бұрын

@@voices I hope there can be some way to see which of the two are best for me.

I have a very low and smooth voice, but I'm not sure what mic I should get.

I jumped out the window and bought a Neumann TLM 103! But I want to get a Rode 5th generation just as a back up

@voices

Жыл бұрын

Wooo! You're going to love the TLM103! Such a great microphone. -Randy

@kojoprince3572

Жыл бұрын

@@voices Oh..I DO! Its such a great mic that I really don't have to EQ my auditions...maybe a little noise gate but that's it!

What about lewitt 440 ,

I'm a singer but also want to do more VA for games (including grunts or screams) and I can't have my mic peaking all the time (turning gain down helps but can only do so much) would you say the Audio Technica AT2020 would cover that nicely?

@voices

7 ай бұрын

If you're doing a lot of screaming and not able to get the microphone gain low enough, I would look for a microphone that has a 'Pad' on it. Some microphones have a switch called a 'pad' that will drop the gain on the mic itself (usually by 10db). This is really useful for recording things like drums that are just crazy loud. Hope this helps! -Randy

I started with the basic Blue Yeti Sherpa USB mic, $99 at Best Buy, got a few small bookings including an audio book thru ACX, believe it or not! I plan to upgrade to a Shure (I used to have but don't recall the exact model) or Neumann...

@voices

Жыл бұрын

Love that!

How about the sphere dlx ...over rated or it's really worth to have in the mic locker

@voices

Жыл бұрын

Oh I think those mics are super cool! I've always been a little afraid of emulation, to be honest. But if theres anyone in the industry doing it right, it's the way UA does! Super cool tech -Randy

Where would you place the Sony C-80 microphone?

@voices

Жыл бұрын

I've never used one of these, but I've heard such great things! -Randy

Any thoughts on the Sennheiser MKH416?

@voices

Жыл бұрын

Yes! A fantastic option. I'm actually surprised shotguns didn't make the list. The 416 is definitely a favourite for location recordists on film sets because of it's natural voice reproduction and narrow pickup pattern. A lot of talent swear by this mic. -Randy

@olalekanrands4174

Жыл бұрын

Great mic particularly for it's versatility.But I prefer the Neumann TLM 103 better fue voice overs

I’m getting back into VO and a relative beginner. Currently, I am rocking a Shure SM7B, is that a solid choice for VO work?

@voices

Жыл бұрын

Glad to hear you're getting back to it! It's a fantastic mic. Depending on the types of reads you're doing, you may find that you need to turn up the gain a lot, which may cause some noise. Because of this challenge, a lot of SM7b users also purchase a CloudLifter, which gives the mic some additional clean gain. I would suggest trying it without. If you're hearing a hiss in your recordings after normalizing the audio to -1dB, you may need to look for another option. For louder reads, it should be no problem at all! Hope this helps -Randy

Would it be ok if I use headphones that has a built in microphone?

@voices

8 ай бұрын

Unfortunately the quality wont meet what our clients are looking for. A good professional mic and recording setup is essential -Randy

Sorry Sir, but the AT2020 is no LARGE DC microphone - it just has a 16mm capsule - it just looks like a LDC ;) Also I would prefer the Rode NT1 over the NT1-A. It has a much more balanced sound.

@voices

8 ай бұрын

The AT2020 is a weird mic because it's too large to categorize under SDC, and too small to categorize under LDC, that said, Audio Technica claims the intent was to create a mic that functioned as a LDC with a smaller body, so I think it's fair to rope it in, just my two cents. With you on the NT1 for sure.

I'm currently using a Blue Yeti X USB microphone for my voice over work. I know an XLR microphone is the next upgrade and thanks to this video I know what I might be looking for next! I just have absolutely no idea about the little box thing (interface?) and what are some good options in terms of that aspect. If anyone has any info or resources that would be awesome, thanks!

@voices

Жыл бұрын

Totally understand! Most of the interfaces on the market will have more than enough clean gain to work with whatever microphone you chose and it will be a massive step up from a USB setup. I would recommend going into a local music store or Guitar Centre and seeing if they have any bundles available. The Focusrite Scarlet Solo and PreSonus interfaces come to mind as relatively inexpensive and super reliable. Hope this helps! -Randy

@204PercentSpaghettiMan

Жыл бұрын

@@voices That’s awesome! Thank you so much, Randy!

@gabrielcoll6168

10 ай бұрын

Hello! I´m starting making voice over work, and I´m thinking to buy a Blue Yeti X USB because I don`t have much budget to buy an audio interface + microphone XLR , so I would like to know if you can find opportunities working with USB microphones as voice over.

@204PercentSpaghettiMan

10 ай бұрын

@@gabrielcoll6168 Hey! I've managed to find work fairly frequently using the Blue Yeti X USB microphone, for me a lot of the work to create better sounding audio came from things like choosing a quiet spot in my house, soundproofing, creating an enclosed space and treating it with soft materials like blankets. There's also some work that can be done in post with plug ins to reduce the self noise and fuzzy sounds. For a starter microphone I think it's more than good enough to get you going!

@gabrielcoll6168

10 ай бұрын

@@204PercentSpaghettiMan Thank you so much!

For a microphone review, one would expect you to use the mics ajd show their performance

@voices

8 ай бұрын

This is not a microphone review. Maybe next time we can do a demo -Randy

@TortoiseCashFlow

8 ай бұрын

@@voices "The best microphones for voice over" is not a microphone review? What is it then?

@voices

8 ай бұрын

This is a roundup of our top picks.

More important than the mic is the acoustic treating.

@voices

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely. We subscribe to the rule that 80% of your budget should be on treating the space, and 20% on the mic. -Randy

@TortoiseCashFlow

8 ай бұрын

Recording in your car gets some good results for cheap

It is your video and your opinion but there are a few errors: 1. The AT2020 is not an LDC, it is a back electret 16mm diameter capsule (medium diaphragm) condenser. It can sound a little thin and has a high self noise of 20 dBA so it is best to test prior to purchase. 2. The U87 and U87ai are both FET condensers and use no vacuum tubes. 3. The Rode NT1a can be harsh and a bit too bright. Many people find the similar NT1 to be a better balanced microphone. 4. The AKG P220 also is a little high on self noise at 16 dBA but has a very nice sound with a slightly bright top end. Best bang for buck neutral VO mic is the Shure KSM32, but of course you’ll still need to test it on your voice.

@voices

4 ай бұрын

Thanks, noted!

@ajinkyathorat7502

3 ай бұрын

Ksm32 sound to bassy and brittle if being compress. if you compare that mic like akg c214 or c414xls, vintage c414 in than range or tlm103 they do not sound brittle as shure ksm32 that's why people don't use them plus it's not good as tlm 103 at self noise.

@goaway2174

3 ай бұрын

@@ajinkyathorat7502 The TLM 103 is over boosted in the high frequency range and double the cost but does have lower self noise. I have not heard the KSM32 sound brittle for VO work but if you are compressing spoken word that much there are numerous other microphones that are better options! People use the KSM32 successfully regardless of your opinion.

team MKH 416 for life

@voices

Жыл бұрын

Yes!!

What about Shure SM7B?

@voices

5 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching! The Shure SM7B has a reputation for being a podcast microphone. It does produce good quality audio but doesn't have the reputation for being a voice over microphone. That being said, if it fits your voice and ears it can definitely work! -Geoff

If condenser mics are the best for voice over work, then why are ALL podcast and broadcast mics dynamic? I think the title of this video should have been singing mics - right?

How does the Shure SM7B measure up against this list?

@voices

Жыл бұрын

It's an interesting option for sure. Personally, I think it works really well for broadcast and announcer style of reads. After all, it was designed as a broadcast dynamic. The only reason I would suggest avoiding using dynamic mics is because they are quite gain-hungry, especially the SM7b. A lot of producers will use a CloudLifter with it to get some more relatively clean gain, but otherwise you may have to crank your gain, causing a bit of unwanted noise. That said, if you're always doing louder, punchy style reads, it will be fantastic! All my opinion, of course. -Randy

Where would you place the Blue snowball microphone?

@voices

Жыл бұрын

The Blue Snowball can be a decent option for starting out, but we usually recommend avoiding USB microphones as they tend to have higher noise-floors than an XLR style microphone. That said, it's a great place to start and something you can always upgrade down the road. -Randy

@southpaw2k1

Жыл бұрын

@@voices Thanks. I got a Blue snowball. Just asking. Do the other microphones have an input besides a USB, that can plug into a computer?

@voices

Жыл бұрын

@@southpaw2k1 They output an XLR connection, which will need an interface to convert to a USB signal.

I'm Team TLM

@voices

Жыл бұрын

Can't go wrong! Side node, don't break the shock-mount. I found out the hard way that they are like $350 USD. -Randy

@olalekanrands4174

Жыл бұрын

@@voices Wow. Really

MKH416 didn’t make the list….???? 😮

@voices

Жыл бұрын

I know right? This list came from a survey we put out, and I was really shocked by that. I wonder if the 416 gets more 'KZread Hype' than it actually gets used in practice? -Randy

@JeyBott

Жыл бұрын

@@voices Yea, lots of hype around it and others (SM7B, etc), but I also know a few studios in Toronto that have a 416 as their go-to…so, IMO it’s the real deal. Not that I own one and am biased or anything. Also, the rejection for at home use is great!

@voices

Жыл бұрын

@@JeyBott Yes! Couldn't agree more.

The AT2020 is one of the worst microphones around. It's NOT a large diaphragm condenser, but an SDC, and if you get feedback it's about the high noise floor. Get an AKG P120 instead. Similar price, better quality all over. The NT1-A is NOT suitable for voice over, because it's way too bright. The NT-1 however (which just got it's 5th generation released, and from which you have shown the website instead if the one you mentioned) has a great reputation, and would be a great choice. The NT1-A is not as good in taking the processing that is often used in voice over. The AKG P220, TLM-103 and U87 are great within their price range. There are also many microphones in between those price brackets.

Sorry, but this is really bad advice, since you don't even know that the Rode NT1 and the Rode NT1A are vastly different microphones. The NT1 has a flat response, the NT1A not at all. NT1 is 5th generation, NT1a is first gen.

@voices

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback.

@thedistractedbaker7401

Жыл бұрын

I actually had an NT1A and didn’t get along with it. The NT1 5th gen has been so much better.