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Best Vocal Microphones | Neumann U87 Ai VS Neumann TLM 103
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@archiebeatz 3 года назад

Thank you all for watching... I enjoyed this Microphone versus and I hope you all enjoy it as well. Check out my TOP favorite gear picks on Sweetwater ✅👉🏾 imp.i114863.net/zQGG0

@MrDifferentTV1 3 года назад

Idk man with your vocals bro you could record on a 20$ and still sound good. Dope video bro.

@archiebeatz 3 года назад

Hahahahaha, There are some that have me sounding like Chewbacca, lol. Thanks bro. I really appreciate it.

@denilsonardon0715 3 года назад

@@archiebeatz Can a nice singing voice sound good in $20-100 mics? O.o

@TheDorkiella 3 года назад

😂😂😂

@DerekJohn 2 года назад

Lol ikr I’m like dang bro why all these beat makers be hiding these voices like gone head n kanye that ish already Lmaooo but for real though I think we need Lauten Audio Eden LT-386 vs neumann u 87 vs sony c-800g

@Mope333 2 года назад

@@denilsonardon0715 Yes

@flavmartin Год назад

I remember while studying audio engineering in school the challenge was to make a tlm 103 sound like a u87 using a parametric eq. This was achieved without alot of work.Some would say the tlm is a better buy if you have a high qualify E.Q in your arsenal because it certainly be tweaked to sound pretty much exactly like a u87..nice video btw..thanks

@akbarishmael3551 3 года назад

Sold my TLM 103 and kept my U87ai! The U87 just sits better without doing too much to it!!

@archiebeatz 3 года назад

Oh I see. Yeah, they are two different microphones with great benefits. I prefer my U87 but it's great to have a second neumann perspective you know.

@TonyMass 2 года назад

Thank You for this I've been looking for this line up all day 🙌😁😁😁💪🏾😎💯

@melodychest9020 2 года назад

Great video. What grabbed me first was your voice which is so smooth, well balanced with zero harshness, rare gift. As for the mics, the U87 just sounds more musical and I can see it just sitting in a mix and flattering most voices and magically making them sound very refined. Amen!

@timatack 2 года назад

Great comparison video. I work as a film composer and have a pair of TLM 103 mics that I mainly use to record grand piano. The U87 sounds a shade rounder and warmer on your video but the difference is so minimal !!. Love my 103's !!. Thanks for doing this 👍

@lockolocolocke476 2 года назад

6:21 U87 7:08 TLM 103

@Starrysofficial Год назад

Thank you for this.🤍

@alittleblackcircle3628 2 дня назад

🐐

@lockolocolocke476 2 дня назад

@@alittleblackcircle3628 its not the same recording...

@max8591 2 года назад

Tbh I hear quite a massive difference between the 2, during the talking test and the singing test. Thanks for this!

@logic77 2 года назад

The Tlm 103 sounds clearer on the top end. But you have to be conscious of sibilance and adjust distance from the mic or adjust preamp. Just bought one because of your input. Thanks for your video.

@grandclubproductions 10 месяцев назад

Great video! Thank you! May I ask you if it is okay to leave the mic connected to the interface with xlr all the time? Or is it worth disconnecting it and putting in the box after the vocals session?

@pmbison73 2 года назад

I have the TLM for over 20 years. I LOVE it ESPECIALLY on MY voice because I have a light voice so I don't need ALL the switches etc. When I'm recording others I just pull them BACK a tad bit for clarity OR roll off on the Eq if they don't wanna pull back and JUST be in the pocket. I DO like the U87 but I chose the TLM 103 moons ago. Enjoyed the video!!!!

@wallace_nelson 3 года назад

Following after my bro I have the tlm103 saving for the u87. Great video fam.

@jamesames1994 3 года назад

"they have that Neumann sound in common", I would love to hear that too...

@arbi4039 2 года назад

Man idk about processing... But im totally in love with the u87. It just sounds... Like a dream. Definitely gonna get my hands on that in the futur

@UpliftedProductions 3 года назад

Hey Arch, you need to do the Neuman TLM49 vs. any other mic you choose. I use it on all my vocals.

@jayo.4039 3 года назад

Both of them sound great but I think the U87 adds more body,thickening the vocal sound more than the Tlm 103. And that makes it fit better in the mix.

@whatsthedealoneill1 3 года назад

very hard for me to not cringe when you swap away from the U87. I am sold. thanks for the greatest content on microphones on the internet. Seriously. I subbed and love your style.

@djtommykeys Год назад

Thank you. So glad I discovered your channel. You got a like and a subscribe. I've listened to the TLM 103 called a U87 clone. I know it's a broadcast standard for voiceover. But... there's a mid clarity to the U87, especially on your voice that is a sweet song from heaven. I'm a baritone and don't need a boost in the lows and mids so a little high end magic makes me shine. Right now my budget is fine with my Rode NT1. I may never feel the need for a U87 but if I had a stash of spare cash I might give myself a present.

@jamlocuciones 2 года назад

Hi Archie, Nice to meet you!. I am an EU Spanish voice actor and international audio producer located in Spain and I fully agree with you in what you say. Both are very balanced, bring great warmth and vocal presence and are the soul of the German brand Neumann!. I have worked (as voice actor) with both MICs but, currently, I prefer to work with my TLM 103 because of its better price-quality ratio, but yes, indeed, its older brother, UA87 Ai, is the world standard to work on voicover and dubbing. But attention!!, every day, the TLM 103 is establishing itself as one of the key pieces/tools in any PRO Recording Studio together with the PreAMP UA 610 Solo (made in USA) and the RME UC Fireface sound card (made in Germany). In Europe each one of these tools is currently around 1,000 Euros. Greetings from sunny Spain!

@Shaunks86 2 года назад

The U87 sounds slightly thicker, but only slightly. I have the 103 and I love it. I definitely want to get a U87 one day though.

@thaexception3406 Год назад

Gotta love it when your own vocals moves you. Vocals man especially when you kicked it up towards the end with the TLM 103 which I like TLM 103 clarity better.

@tom_k_d 3 года назад

Thanks, great comparison. U87ai kills it - combine it with a quality pre, and you're all set. But there are situations were TLM103 is the better choice: U87ai has a max SPL of only 117dB (and better don't even try to use it's pad, it won't sound stellar 🙄) - so for very loud sources TLM 103 might be the preferred option: once U87ai distortion sets in, it does set in in a quite nasty way (typically this happens when you'd have to set your pre to less then 20dB gain to reach 0dBFS @ +4dBU standard studio level).

@yxngbt387 2 года назад

This was the exact comparison I wanted to see thanks man

@MaybeLoveHate 2 года назад

This is great, thanks. I love my 103 but I have sibilant issues, not sure if it is just me though, my voice is a bit sibilant. Do you notice sibilance issues on the 103 vs the u87?

@calebcicero7727 3 года назад

Hey brother in your opinion between the At2020 and the blue ember what’s better for singing/rapping I’ve seen mixed reviews for both

@KordTaylor 3 года назад

Thanks for this. Gotta find U87 vs. clines.

@dennisliszcz2802 2 года назад

I have the 102 and 103 and familiar with the U87 . i believe the most significant characteristic with the U87 is a more noticeable WARMTH although slight it is there. BUT this can be created in the 103 with a dedicated eq / mild compression using a vocal pre. which enhances the 103 Success with NEVE 511 ,Working with a Heritage Elite / with EQ, single channel at this time,. Very nice. Made in Spain. They have been around about 15 years and seems to be very committed to craftsmanship, in emulating the sought after characteristics of some of the classic Neve line of pre's.

@garyshirinian 2 года назад

Nice video, Any comparison you mentioned. What do you think of Microphone parts S387. Hope its possible since I can't afford real U87. Thx

@aaronreeves8376 Год назад

Great video thx, I have the TLM -103 and really like it, However the high end sibilance is really hard to manage on it, any words of advice?

@ChadTheMaverick 3 года назад

Appreciate the shoutout and you actually doing the review! This was the best side by side I’ve seen done yet. The Neumann TLM 103 with an Apollo is the ultimate on the go condenser mix 🔥

@TheRealDirtySkillz 3 года назад

According to who? Do you use this...

@KeenApollo 2 года назад

@@TheRealDirtySkillz well the artist russ has said numerous times and recently posted the Tlm 103 and apollo twin and he's made platinum selling songs on the road so I think a pretty successful artist can back his claims

@WIIMTheMusician 2 года назад

I have a TLM 103 and I’ll say it works good for soft, smooth vocals. But it’s almost as if it can’t handle louder, crisper vocals without distorting or being too harsh. Even with PERFECT levels I still have to subtractive EQ and De-Ess to tame those frequencies. It definitely DOESNT lack clarity though. Just depends on your vocalist

@BORN7SUPREME 3 года назад

Loved the shoot out. My preference is that beautiful Submarine U87ai, it had better midrange on your vocals to me. I’m glad to have these amongst my arsenal of microphones. Thanks for the review. Keep them coming!

@drogers0033 3 года назад

I'd like to see a shoot out between a TLM 103 and a AKG C414 XLII

@straighttrippingmusic Год назад

what I mostly hear with these really nice/more expensive mics.. and what i hear also in this comparison is their is an almost Compressed sound making vocal fuller/thicker less harsh.. I have a 103.. but would love a U87.. :) thanks for sharing!

@alexlechanteur3606 2 года назад

the U87 have something more yess but solo like that without musical context, its actually impossible to tell wich one would be the best in certain case. The TLM103 holds its self really nicelly considering the price difference

@DanielBergonzoni 2 года назад

It sounds like the TLM103 has way less low mid to it which almost sounds like more of a "finished product" type sound. Like, I bet a lot of mixes end up EQ's those frequencies out of the vocal track if they used a mic other than the TLM103. That's the main thing I noticed anyway. I would probably prefer it over the u87 in a lot of cases, but it's hard to tell from this one example haha. Great video

@InfoMusicOfficial 2 года назад

Hi, thank you for this video. I usually make rap and r&b vocal recording and i want to buy mic for using very long times. I mean dont want to think do i need to change this mic ?. Its very difficult to choose between these three microphones ( TLM103, TLM49,U87AI). Can you help me about this ? Best Regards.

@streetlogic 3 года назад

I think the u87 just sounds a little smoother but both dope AF.

@Kumaarji 3 года назад

@archiebeatz im confused between TLM 103 and TLM 107. please help me. love your content. thanks for educating .

@troycopeland5156 2 года назад

TLM all the way I love the u87 worked on it for years but it's something special about the tlm

@lordleomoon6074 Год назад

I actually like the brightness of the TLM personally in the test you did. The U87 is warmer and darker for sure. Both go crazy though!!

@paulquinnvoiceover8354 2 года назад

As always, great video! I'd love to hear a comparison between the Advanced Audio CM800t and the Warm Audio WA8000. I'm thinking about going with the Advanced Audio version based on some shootouts on GS, but I haven't heard them compared to each other (only compared to the OG Sony) Thanks!

@archiebeatz 2 года назад

Thanks Paul! If I get my hands on those microphones I will definitely review them. I’ve been dying to test them out. Be on the look out brother.

@literaltrash2275 3 года назад

THANK YOU 🐐

@EHall-zj9zy 2 года назад

What up Arch? I have the TLM103 connected to an Apollo x6. My unison pre of choice is the 1073 (gain around 40-45 depending on the artist). Just purchased an iconic mars comet which should be here today. You think that a decent setup? Mainly rap vocals….

@archiebeatz 2 года назад

Yes!!! That’s an awesome setup 🙌🏾

@davidknutty 2 года назад

What about the Rode K2 vs the TLM 102? They're both the same price but which is better?

@EposVox 2 года назад

Great video

@mafia461 2 года назад

Im not an expert, and I'm sure there's a hair difference in sounds somewhere, but tbh, they both sounded pretty much the same to me. I'm thinking on buying a Marshall MXL to start my VO career. Nonetheless great vid bro bro! Happy New Year!

@Danny-Lightning--Audio-Tech 3 месяца назад

I like them both, great video

@allyncia 2 года назад

So looking at the price, I see you don't use the extra spider looking shock mount. Is that absolutely necessary? With this mic, you get a little pop screen and stand and done? My best is my sm7b but, really want to add this 103 for vocals, VO, etc. THanks always! Love your videos!

@NoLefTurnUnStoned. 2 года назад

You need a shock mount for both mics.

@DerekJohn 2 года назад

Can you do Lauten Audio Eden LT-386 vs neumann u 87 vs sony c-800g?

@Healerofharts 2 года назад

i have a TLM102 going into an avalon 737/distressor/Apollo Twin, the best quality of my life but still that warm full sound im looking for isn't all the way there yet. the U87 is like the star on top of the tree as far as wide warm vocals go!

@TonyTana9905 2 года назад

That’s a nice chain, what kind of music do you do?

@WavyMacofficial 2 года назад

They use the TLM where I record at in Chicago . Enviyon entertainment, I love that mic for my voice. So smooth

@archiebeatz 2 года назад

Yes!!!

@larrycom 2 года назад

Love your vids. How about the Neumann TLM49 (or equivalent) vs Sennheiser MK4 ?

@HollywoodGee 3 года назад

Hey Archie, can you do the Shure KSM32 vs the Tlm 103

@Leo-fluffy 2 года назад

The saturation in the low mids on the u87 is definitely a sound and it’s nice but for a more modern sound the tlm 103 has clearer sounding low mids so depends on what you need either would work. I’ll go with the tlm until it makes me enough money to buy a u87.

@rakneural 3 года назад

I bought TLM two months ago and I don't regret it, they are perfect. Like from Brazil Bro! God Job!

@mikebullock8196 2 года назад

GREAT MIC BATTLE BRO BIG THANKS I PREFER U87 IT SEEMS JUST ALITTLE MORE SENSITIVE I HAVE ANOTHER QUESTION FOR U BRO is there a difference in sound between the black nickel u87 mic and the silver colored u87 mic THANKS FOR YOUR REPLY AND ADVICE BEST REGARDS MiKE

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@PharaohLawLess1 3 года назад

I want a shoot out between the Neumann U87ai verses the Warm Audio wa87

@billymack4258 Год назад

Awesome video test on these two microphones ! I have been using my Neumann 103 into a Bae Neve 1073 w/eq. , B2 Bomber ADC to bypass my Apollo x6 converters I just ordered a Neumann U87 Ai and a UA 1176 so this will be will be my new vocal chain for tracking. It looks I made a good choice on the U87. MacBook pro m1, Cubase 12 pro Apollo x6. Would love to know your vocal chain when tracking vocals and what sample rate you record at too 48kHz etc..Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thanks so much for your time and knowledge .🙂👍

@archiebeatz Год назад

Thank you so much. Great vocal chain setup Billy. Oh yes, you are definitely going to love the U87 Ai with the 1176.. Are you placing the BAE Neve 1073 between the U87 Ai and 1176? That's a killer chain. Mine is very similar.. I use my U87 Ai or Lauten Atlantis > Neve 5211 with the silk cranked to emulate the 1073 > UA 6176 (Just the 1176 compressor side) > Apollo 8 Quad > Pro Tools at 24bit, 48kHz. I hope this helps and thank you for such a great comment and question.

@billymack4258 Год назад

@@archiebeatz your welcome. yes U87 into the bae 1073 out into the ua 1176 out into the B2 Burl bomber out rca spdif into the Apollo spdif rca input. Wow that's an awesome vocal chain and setup you have. I love your RU-vid channel I look forward to check out your music and videos. Thanks so much for replying and helping out.with your great tips. 😎👍

@MrManumendes 3 года назад

Great Comparison, thank you. You should try an Microtech Gefell M930. Its build from an Old Neumann Engineer with the words: Its not possible to build a microphone closer to perfection than a M930;) And the price is way much lower than an U87

@mariuszhotynzespoaccord9178 3 года назад

Hello. I have a RODE NTK microphone. It is a good microphone, but it is quite bright. I am thinking of some alternative in the studio as a second mike. What do you think about Neumann Tlm 102?

@archiebeatz 3 года назад

Hi! The Rode NTK is considered on the warmer/darker side. Do you have it connected to a preamp? The TLM102 is considered brighter than NTK but the TLM102 would be a great second studio mic. The NTK and TLM102 are the best of both worlds, lol. I hope this helps.

@mariuszhotynzespoaccord9178 3 года назад

@@archiebeatz Thank you for your response. I have a Universal Audio Apollo Twin Usb interface.

@tuneunleashed 3 года назад

@@mariuszhotynzespoaccord9178 Dude....check out the Warm Audio 251 or 47 tube. My lord!!!! Better than TLM’s

@mariuszhotynzespoaccord9178 3 года назад

@@tuneunleashed Ok.

@pamirsarez5062 2 года назад

I have a question, I’m not a tech guy, or professional recorder, but have few projects to record. I’m good with my smartphone (iPhone) there are many cool applications for recording there - the question is is there any way to connect Neumann to my IPhone? I already bought interface, XLR cables, will buy a Neumann and wanna use my iPhone I don’t wanna use my computer it’s less convenient than my smartphone…. Forgot: planing to get whisper booth too ) Mic without studio, is like watching a modern Netflix movies in black and white colors

@normclemis1221 2 года назад

Dude! Nice vocals!

@archiebeatz 2 года назад

Thank you 🙏🏾

@angusbrown2712 2 года назад

I just picked up the u87Ai and its a beautiful thing !! which pop screen would u recommend ???

@dan_tanna 3 года назад

Thanks for the comparison video Bro! Well, the TLM 103 sound character is better for what I produce, which is Trap and Drill music. I need that gritty texture. GREAT VIDEO AND THANKS FOR THE SHOUT!

@DJURBANBG 2 года назад

yes i also hear more grit and warmth in 103

@farangdan747 2 года назад

The U87 is way warmer bro... more balanced across the spectrum too letting you shape it easier to how you want it. I use the TLM a lot it has a harshness in the high mids and certain essy voices get really harsh in the top end when you start compressing.

@dan_tanna 2 года назад

@@farangdan747 For hip hop, I don't want warm and clean... I want gritty and harshness to blend with the character of the beat. We all produce differently and there's no wrong answer. That's the beauty of being different! Different ideas, great results!

@esco.letsgo 2 года назад

@@farangdan747 what mics do you own?

@onepath5978 2 года назад

great voice man

@archiebeatz 2 года назад

Thank you so much.

@BRADRANCH Год назад

GREAT COMPARISON. Im getting the 103 and hoping that it can make my voice like yours. :) Your voice would sound great on anything. ha ha. God has blessed you. I ordered the 103, coming in today. I don't think its as good as the 87 but for me its so close I just wont justify the xtra cost. I use the 414xl2 through BAE 1073,, bluey compressor and pultek eq for my hardware chain going into pro tools HD. Ill end up buying the u87.The 414 sounds better on my VX but for other clients I want the neumann option. Thank you for taking time to post this. Gonna look for your music to purchase and will sub. I dont think theres much difference that we will hear in the final mx between these 2 mics.

@kidbuu770 Год назад

Aye TLM 103 + Grandmother gang excellent

@archiebeatz Год назад

🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

@ghostbandana6204 3 года назад

Just got the sm7b. I’m getting the tlm 103 next. This comparison helped so much. I’ll wait and get the u87 for Christmas🔥🔥🔥

@scutifr 3 года назад

From God?😂

@ghostbandana6204 3 года назад

@@scutifr everything I get comes from God lil dude

@scutifr 3 года назад

@@ghostbandana6204 what’s his address? 😂🙏

@bigmanbeats8582 2 года назад

@@scutifr U87 Neuman Dr. 😭

@scutifr 2 года назад

@@bigmanbeats8582 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

@erJonhy 9 месяцев назад

Nice comparison! I prefer the TLM103 Sound, booth are golds!

@user-bm6im2vi2b 3 года назад

Both mics are great but I like U87 more, it sounds softer, while TLM103 is more crispy and bright

@major6461 3 года назад

facts.

@who_is_dis 2 года назад

U87ai is smoother / more '3d', it just sounds 'real'? When it comes to EQ, if you scoop a bit out of that 700 - 1.5k nasal area and add a 12k high shelf you can get it sounding close to a C12 which is an unreal microphone. One thing that I really don't like about the TLM mics is the sibilance and mouth noises they pick up - 103 is better at that than the 102. I recently just got a U87ai for £1600 brand new with the shock-mount - Although I really wanted the Nickel body instead of the black, but with that discount, It'd be dumb to trip over the colourway.

@ssserotonin1373 4 месяца назад

The 103 on my headphones and bottom phone speakers has perceivable fuller less crammed high end / slight harsh sounds. The 87 sounds like a remake of the 103 where they iron everything out and add some body and realness about it. That 103 sounds heat bro but that 87 makes it sound a hit

@archiebeatz 3 месяца назад

Interesting perspective. I dig it, lol.

@khalilroukoz 2 года назад

Thanks for video! have you heard of Aston Spirit mic if any good vs u87?

@archiebeatz 2 года назад

You are welcome and thank you for watching. Well, the Spirit sounds amazing but it's not in the same class as the U87. I hope this helps.

@khalilroukoz 2 года назад

Thank you!

@recordingwithrev3496 3 года назад

I love the 103.

@racheloshaksmusic Год назад

The TLM 103 is just soo much pristine when singing. It balances out the frequencies in your voice. It’s lighter but it can be made deeper. The 87 is fuller but for you sounds a bit more muddy and like a lot of work would be done on it.

@JimonRussell725 Год назад

exactly what I said that's why I like the 103 more

@racheloshaksmusic Год назад

@@JimonRussell725 love that 💯💯🙌🏾

@fufu4700 Год назад

Y’all ears broken

@IAMYUNGGAF 8 месяцев назад

@@fufu4700 lol. or the speakers. They both are good but the 87 was noticeably fuller without sounding muddy. felt like i heard the full range of everything.

@Fatalis069 3 года назад

Ok earlier than excepted, tomorrow my u87 arrives!

@archiebeatz 3 года назад

That's awesome. Congratulations on the new microphone!!

@Fatalis069 3 года назад

@@archiebeatz thanks man in germany its just around 2600

@BloemanStudio 3 года назад

Liked much more the 87 for your voice is like sounds much fuller in the bottom

@maxlarsen Год назад

Did it happen that you used 103 even if you`ve had the U87 ?

@jessebalfour5663 Год назад

They are both great sounding mics and not really a whole lot of difference between the two. The U87 maybe has a hair more roundness to it but as many have already said, it's nothing that can't be matched in post production. Can't go wrong with either IMHO...xox..:)

@yaadiiboy9429 3 месяца назад

Compare the Neumann u87 vs Telefunken TF51? Please

@realtalkroscoeg 3 года назад

Would you ever EQ 10k on your vocals?

@BUZZYBUZZIE 2 года назад

Classic 👌

@archiebeatz 2 года назад

🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

@mafia461 2 года назад

Great mic, but $3+grands for this apparatus is way to much for my budget. Maybe one day it'll be in my repertoire, but for now an Apple 2gs and a Marshall MXL is gonna have to suffice. Thanks for the invaluable info. Success 🙌

@Theundisputedtruth 3 месяца назад

Hey bro what mic would you recommend for a low muddy voice ? For vocals??

@archiebeatz 3 месяца назад

I think the TLM 103 will be just fine. It's clean and transparent. I hope this helps.

@Theundisputedtruth 3 месяца назад

@@archiebeatz rite on

@trinityworld588 3 года назад

Archie thx i got the apollo twin x to work...

@archiebeatz 3 года назад

You are welcome. Awesome. I'm glad to hear that!

@eargazmmusic Год назад

If an artist has a lot of sibilance in their voice the 103 is a mess. It can be very harsh. U87ai is a very good balanced mic. Running it through the Avalon 737 is amazing.

@hopegraceandmercy5180 2 года назад

Just got the TLM 103 yesterday

@archiebeatz 2 года назад

That's awesome. What do you think so far?

@hailnarii4239 2 года назад

Wow I’ve never seen the gray colored U87 before.

@theartistdigitalhubdistro305 8 месяцев назад

what about the TLM 107?

@BUCKSHOTSTV 2 года назад

Had the tlm 103 for a bit and was so harsh for my voice. I went back to my mojave 201 fet, but I was thinking of buying the 103 again just to have, but I think I might try the 87 instead. Maybe it’ll work for my voice so I can use it full time.

@MCEEZR 2 года назад

Curious why you want to buy the 103 again if it sounds harsh on your voice?

@BUCKSHOTSTV 2 года назад

@@MCEEZR for my daughter, she sounded great on it! But since she doesn’t voice as much, that’s what makes me hesitant to get it. I decided to wait a little more and get the 87 instead

@orangemaniabrother2232 Год назад

@@BUCKSHOTSTV how does the u87 compare with the Mojave? These are 2 mics on the top of my list. Is the 87 harsher than the Mojave or smoother? Is one brighter than the other?

@BUCKSHOTSTV Год назад

@@orangemaniabrother2232 I never had a chance to test them side by side honestly. The mojave 201 is great. It tends to be a rather darker sounding mic, but not dark like say an sm7b. For me the mojave is more closer to a u67. It has a certain vibe to it, a little crunch and adds color to a voice. The 87 is just an incredible mic all around. It is brighter and a staple of course. At this point in my business it didn’t make sense for me to get the u87ai. I ended up getting the gefell m930. For me it sits right in between the tlm 103 and u87ai. It’s such a rich and open sound true to source. Gefell is made by the original Nuemann family as sennheiser now owns the Nuemann brand. Take a look at the umt70s or 71. It’s supposed to be almost as close to the u87ai but for half the price. Many pros prefer it over the u87ai because it doesn’t have that boxy mid range sound the u87ai has.

@BUCKSHOTSTV Год назад

@@orangemaniabrother2232 forgot to answer your second question, I don’t really think either one is harsh. But the u87 definitely has a much more silkier sound than the 201. But that’s what Neumann mics are known for.

@itzshayne_ 11 месяцев назад

I love my TLM ❤. But I do want a u87 ❤️. I want them all 🔊

@prodbasedmystik 2 года назад

yo intro dope asf

@archiebeatz 2 года назад

Thanks bro

@jamesr141 Год назад

TLM103 vs the TF51?

@DAVIDJOHNSON-bk3cv 2 года назад

You put that tlm 103 with the Avalon 737 you have the u-87 only differences is the tubes

@salthedrummer1 2 года назад

TLM 103 is a great mic for the price, if you can dish out a couple more grands $$ - the common ear won't tell the difference... thanks for the shoot out...

@JaeBTundra1 3 года назад

Love neumann products

@mahinkhan4782 2 года назад

Neumann mics are nice and here in this comparison u87 for sure sounding more round but 103 isn’t bad either if it’s in right hands,but the price point of these both mics don’t justify regardless,recently tried a mic German handmade mic weissklang 17 cause of rave reviews on famous gearslutz which is now gearsapce and wow after we tried that mic in studio I bought one I can tell you with all my heart this thing almost beats u87 to its sound for a fraction of price,even the Prodcuer he asked me what this mic was when he heard it in the mix cause it was just sitting right in there and that fat thick modern vocal that we wanted to track we were just manage to do that so don’t fall for the price and stuff some mics out there out perform nuemann by a mile and much cheaper Cheers

@jkuddi9116 2 года назад

I have the tlm 103, I like it but the type of voice I have, it's not working for me. My voice is smooth like R&B type, and I like to rap. I like the tlm but feel like something is missing. I get loud, and man, I believe the U87 Ai will do justice. I have a good pre, and it comes from the same company as my audio interface Apollo twin X quad. I do something similar to what you do bro, and I respect your level of skills 💯 dealing with the recordings, mixing/mastering, and videos/skits... sound is very important how it goes in, and the tlm 103 catches a lot of unwanted sounds like plosives to me. I believe the tlm is for some type of voices, and not all as the U87 Ai have more of a stretch with control. Buying my U87 today.

@mysticcity312 2 года назад

well said

@ALLELITEMUSICOFFICIAL Год назад

We own a TLM103 and a U87 in our studio for many years. Many people forgot about the Art of recording and the Art of Microphone Knowledge. Biggest mistake we always see is that people compare DIFFERENT Microphones in the exact SAME position. EVERY Microphone got a DIFFERENT sweet spot, it might not be a big difference, but before you test two or more microphones against eachother, you have to find out in which position and with which preamp (not every chain works with every mic the same way!) each microphone sounds THE BEST. Only that way you can get a fair comparison. The K103 is actually the front side of the K87 and the capsule is responsible for 70-90% of the sound. Since the capsules are close to be similar the sound shouldn't be too far away. And surprise, it isn't. If you bring the TLM103 in its sweet spot its NEVER harsh or anything like this. People hating on the TLM103 and loving the sound of the U87 know nothing about the true Art of Recording. Also its very important to mention that the output transformer of the U87Ai is extremely transparent and neutral. So no matter with which microphone your going, you will get GREAT results as long as you got a great Talent infront of the microphone and a engineer who knows what he's doing.