Maono PD100 vs SM7B: $40 vs $400 Microphone Showdown!

Are you torn between a budget-friendly and a high-end microphone for your audio needs? Today, we&putting the Maono PD100, a surprisingly affordable $40 microphone, against the legendary Shure SM7B, priced at $400. This video aims to give you an understanding of what each microphone offers and whether the SM7B&price tag is truly justified. BLIND TEST RESULTS Mic 1: Maono PD100 Mic 2: Shure SM7B PRICING FOR EQUIPMENT FEATURED IN THIS VIDEO: These are affiliate links, and I may earn a commission from Amazon (and others) on qualifying purchases. BLOG POST WITH MORE INFORMATION: ► CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Introduction 0:23 - Microphone Setup 0:45 - Microphone Pricing 1:16 - Build Quality 2:55 - Microphone Specs 3:42 - Frequency Response 4:52 - Plosive Test 5:20 - Background Noise Test 5:45 - White Noise Test / Off-Axis Rejection 6:18 - Handling Noise 6:35 - Tap Test 6:50 - Audio Processing (EQ, Compression, Etc.) 7:16 - Blind Test 7:55 - Overview / Score Card 13:22 - Recommendation 14:20 - Final Thoughts STUDIO EQUIPMENT: SOFTWARE & TOOLS: Disclosure: If you purchase an item or service from an outbound link, we may receive a referral fee, which helps to support Kettner Creative. All information is provided using our experience and research to the best of our ability. Links, videos, and other content are shared for information and discussion only. Copyright: 2024 Kettner Creative Inc., All Rights Reserved.