Lewitt MTP 350 CM Mic Review / Test (w/ SM58, MTP 940 CM, KMS105 Comparison)

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Today I review a great handheld condenser microphone which is a great option for live use. The MTP 350 CM has a very controlled low-end due to a 200hz high pass filter, an articulate mid section and a airy and open top end. The handling noise rejection and background noise rejection is top notch, although the plosive rejection leaves a bit to be desired. I also include a comparison the the Shure SM58, Audio Technica AT2010, sE Electronics V7, Shure Beta 87a, Rode M2, Lewitt MTP 940 CM, and the Neumann KMS105.
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00:00 - Intro / Price / Disclaimer
00:25 - Setup
00:41 - What’s in the Box
01:06 - Build Quality / Walkthrough
01:34 - Specifications
01:57 - Polar Pattern Test (Tone / Rotation)
02:18 - Handling Noise Test
02:29 - Plosive Test
02:50 - Distance Test / Proximity Effect Test
03:08 - Background Noise Test (Keyboard Test)
03:24 - Untreated Room Test
03:37 - Mic Resonance Tap Test
03:50 - Windscreen Demonstration
04:15 - Cupping the Mic Test
04:44 - Shure SM58 Comparison
05:24 - Audio Technica AT2010 Comparison
05:47 - sE Electronics sE V7 Comparison
06:11 - Shure Beta 87a Comparison
06:36 - Rode M2 Comparison
07:03 - Lewitt MTP 940 CM Comparison
07:36 - Neumann KSM105 Comparison
08:09 - Music Test
09:22 - Pros & Cons
10:35 - Overall Thoughts
12:07 - Recommendation
13:32 - Outro
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@will-uk1qu 4 года назад

hey bandrew, just wanted to give you a big sloppy thank you. im 13 and i would always watch your reviews from maybe 1 year and a bit ago and it really came in helpful when i was doing my first year of music technology at school, since we started off learning about microphones and interfaces. and because your reviews were so educational, i had learned a whole lot about microphones before anyone else in my class which really pushed me to the top of the class. so thank you for that

@curtisjudd 4 года назад

The Lewitt MTP 350 CM is sounding good, natural with your voice from here. Similar to the KMS105. Not great on guitar, but the song was rad! When do you release your new record? 🎸

@timfrias477 4 года назад

3:04 How do I flag as inappropriate for displaying the image of a corpse, 'cause I'm pretty sure that's the face of a man who died a long time ago

@gnarlysoundscapes7210 4 года назад

Lewitt makes some of the best sounding mics out there.

@stigb.jensen8427 Год назад

Great video and great job - very useful. I’m using the 350 CM for live jobs. And it sounds great. I have used Shure SM86, Audix OM3, OM5, OM7, Shure Beta 87a, etc. But the Lewitt simply sunds better and the noise handling is pure A game 👍🏻

@unkowndata2338 4 года назад

Hi Bandrew, just wanted to say thanks for your review of the neat king bee. I just got mine in the mail and set it up. It sounds great!

@Charlie6969 4 года назад

This thing sounds way better than i thought, i think i'll add this one to my wish-list.

@ninjabluewings 4 года назад

Your review videos are so well done, very professional but with a nice edge of humour, in fact one of the best reviewers out there

@kesamek8537 4 года назад

The comparisons in these videos are so good. Thanks again for another excellent demo.

@htotube 4 года назад

I am certain Lewitt is going to topple the big boys like Rode and Blue in the years to come. Just a personal opinion.

@velvin9 3 года назад

Wow, to my ears, only other Mic that sounded better was the 940 CM. I've been a big fan of the Shure beta series but this is an incredible stage mic for a bargain price. Thank you for an awesome review video.

@LuisJacob366 2 года назад

True. I noticed this too

@drakegostream 3 года назад

Thank you for the video. Please consider reviewing Lewitt MTP 550 DM - around 100$, top model of their dynamic handheld line, direct competitor to sm58 and hopefully interesting solution even for podcasting and streaming!

@micahcottrell3488 4 года назад

I love it! I want one of these guys so bad. Seems perfect to do some cameo recordings down by the lake!

@Podcastage 4 года назад

First. FOR THE BOIS!

@whalien3210 4 года назад

Second

@tvnzln7447 4 года назад

Aye

@SullySadface 4 года назад

Well I never.

@WarerBrow 4 года назад

Lol, I just noticed that on every technical forum (gearslutz, diygroup, some local groups) almost every single human is... a man.... btw where is the girls? WHY THEY DON'T CARE????

@flavoredfeasts7884 4 года назад

yas

@frantickoala994 4 года назад

@Podcastage Thank you for your reviews. I found you about a week ago. I ended up watching several hours of your videos and was able to make an informed decision on what mic in my price range that i should get me wife for her Birthday.

@MichaelAlso 6 месяцев назад

Thanks for all your reviews, I bought this Lewitt MTP 350CM which I use for livestream performance and it's fantastic. I previously used a Sennheiser e835 and a SM7b for livestreaming but the Lewitt MTP 350CM fit my voice best

@TheMiggler_ 4 года назад

I swear I have seen all of your freaking videos and every mic sounds good to me even when you say it doesn't. I just watch the videos bc your reviews are so satisfying 😂

@capezonmyback 4 года назад

Some information for others: I just bought a SM57 with a M-Audio AIR 192 | 6 and it's amazing! Gain is set to around 4:00 and there is close to no noise at that level. I'm really enjoying it! Btw thank YOU podcastage for the SM57 video!

@Charlie6969 4 года назад

It's good that you found something that works well for you!

@tbhv 4 года назад

sorry didn't see the whole way through! awesome comparison - looks like this is the new video I am going to be watching over and over to figure out sdc to go for. I am literally memorizing some of these ridiculous songs from like the rode m3 haha Thanks so much for all these thorough videos! IMHO you're the authority on all mics on youtube

@jimsy5530 4 года назад

Finally, an affordable, high quality on-stage condenser, for when we can't get on stage anymore. Hoorah! Prefer the 87a, expensive Lewitt, but it does sound nice on your voice. Scary on the guitars though.

@waynenakanishi971 4 года назад

I'm pretty sold, Bandrew. But personally I have musical work loads in the future. If I'm looking for an ungrade for my current setup, I might go for the LCT 240 pro. Thanks for the review, keep it up! 👍

@adithyasatheesh127 4 года назад

Dude, you are hands down the best music and recording gear reviewer on RU-vid. These days i see your videos simply to hear you talk about whatever you want 😁.

@michaelsi6770 3 года назад

same

@lorencing 4 года назад

Nice review video man, love the consistent methods and useful tips. But I have a suggestion for live mics, handheld condenser mics even more so as they are a "new" thing for the stage and they are priced normally, I am missing one thing ... is there a chance to add a reviewing method to the table where you would have a small to medium sized room (I saw you have many rooms to choose from;), like a practise space where you would have a band (or one 3/4 track recording of a rock trio/quartet without vocals - playing trough speakers at a similar level as if they would play in live the practise room - you could also have a speaker in each corner playing a different instrument), and sing (hard+smooth) in the mics or make measurements of how much bleed there is from different angles and other instruments, when the feedback comes in, how it colours the sound and so forth ... I miss that and it would make a good addition to the decider if I should buy the mic online, based on your review and maybe how it performs in a "live" session room ... the day you decide to use this idea ;) ... it would also make an additional info about how condenser live mics compare to the established dynamic mics and so the singers would have a better understanding of all the options that are out there. Keep'm coming!

@rars0n 4 года назад

I think the MTP 350 CM compares pretty well to most of those other mics. It definitely sounds better than the SM58, and IMO even compares well to the MTP 940 CM. The Neumann actually sounds a little bass heavy to my ears, but I almost feel like I'm having hearing fatigue from listening to such similar-sounding mics before that one. I kind of like the MTP 940 CM the best, at least in this comparison.

@crumpysaksham4837 4 года назад

Hey Bandrew your reviews have always been helpfull and I love your work... But this time I felt that the review was a bit biased because I don't think that this is good at all. It doesn't even have a on/off switch that u didn't consider anywhere.. But you really are creating some great content keep it up.

@Sasukeuchiha131000 3 года назад

i don't know how long you've been improving or if you tried or not, but something i noticed: your singing has gotten significantly better over the years of me watching this channel. heck ye i realize this isn't supposed to be a huge showoff of ur vocal prowess, but it was a pleasant music test haha

@JosephFabs 2 года назад

Hello Bandrew I bought this mic because of your review! and I love it! It sounds the same as Shure which is more expensive. I hope you can review MTP 840 DM so I can decide too :)

@valerie98 4 года назад

Awesome video as always!

@SatyajitKhairnar 4 года назад

another Lewitt! THANKYOU BANDREW ❤️

@DMKahn 4 года назад

Hey buddy, can you do a review on the Slate ML-1 using some of the different mic models? Appreciate your channel and podcast. Cheers

@knudbalandis9757 Год назад

thank you for the review. great microphone. a true bargain. i switch beetween this one and a sennheiser 935, which comes off a little less forgiving and colder than the lewitt. the shure 58 can just really be used, if you want to create a vintage vocal feel. way to compressed for a detailed audio performance now.

@corpvideo 3 года назад

Great review, thank you.. Just wondering about how you decided not to include Sennheiser in your compare. I'm just looking for a karaoke mic and have been searching around and found very little reviews of the Lewitt MTP 350 CM.... But I still think it's great after seeing your review and will buy one if Sennheiser is not in your book of recommendations.. Thanks :)

@General_Puffball 4 года назад

I hope to see a full review of the 940 in due course.

@Podcastage 4 года назад

Absolutely that’s coming.

@PaulSwann 4 года назад

Bandrew, If I go broke, I blame you! The sE Electronics V7 finally arrived on my doorstep last week and now you've tempted me with this excellent microphone.

@Podcastage 4 года назад

Paul - Enjoy the v7 for bit before deciding if you want to buy another handheld mic. The v7 is phenomenal!

@PaulSwann 4 года назад

@@Podcastage It's amazing, I absolutely love the v7!

@maomao180 3 года назад

Still waiting on the MTP 940 CM review...

@LuisJacob366 2 года назад

Noticeable high quality in the lewitt 940 ✅ mostly in the highs! Very good

@artysanmobile 4 года назад

That mic is very complimentary to your voice. You sound immediately just right speaking on it. I noticed that within seconds of the start of your video.

@Podcastage 4 года назад

Thank you very much Peter. You didn't find it fatiguing at all? Do you think that less bassy mics are more complimentary to my voice or just this one worked?

@artysanmobile 4 года назад

Podcastage Not the least bit fatiguing. Actually, I found it to be strong in a low mid frequency that just happens to flatter your own voice tone, and that warmth with just a bit of presence sounds like the EQ curve I’d dial in just for you. Just guessing, I’d say its just a bit forward between 100-300. Most similar was the KMS105, which is my all-time fave for almost anybody. I’d suggest you put your name on that Lewitt.

@jimioutback 4 года назад

6:23 lol Did I hear Uncle Jesse? Always nice guitar playing btw

@michaelniner98 4 года назад

Currently looking into getting a mic for gigs as I no longer want to share/use venues dirty mics with the pandemic n all that! Tempted to go for a SM58 but considering splashing out on the KSM8.... would love a review of one (SHURE SEND HIM A KSM8)

@tom_k_d 4 года назад

Best choice for me seems KMS105, followed by SM58 (!)... - I know this sounds boring 😜, but I listened through all of them several times with studio grade cans now... THANKS for the nice and useful comparison!

@user-vl6zl5nn4y 4 года назад

I don`t want to disappoint you, but just pay your attention - KMS105 has serious distortions ((( But it sound tonally pretty well.

@tom_k_d 4 года назад

@@user-vl6zl5nn4y I do not hear distortion, but a super clean high end, in fact cleaner than with many expensive LDCs - plus max SPL is 150dB (!) for the KMS105. Yes, I recognize some warmth in the mids, which I like - it's not completely neutral in it's frequency response, but it takes EQ exceptionally well (I own KMS105s, and compared them in detail to many others).

@roadreg1820 4 года назад

Great video. Very impressive for the price-point. Can someone please explain to me what the heck is MX cherry blue?

@coolcopetins 4 года назад

Hi! Sounds and looks nice. How would you compare with another classic, the Sennheiser e835? Thanks!!!!

@ramspencer5492 3 года назад

I'm thinking about getting a mic for vocal recording when I'm traveling..... No sound treatment and much more control over background noise. Would this isolate in a similar way that a dynamic mic does? Or would it pick up everything a couple rooms away like a typical large diaphragm condenser does? Are we talking near dynamic mic background noise rejection with this thing? Your videos are so entertaining. Thanks!

@abingwa256 4 года назад

Hey podcastage ,I would like the nw3 neewr. Looked for it over amzon its out of stock, it's the best mic for my ears. Thank you

@LukeDickins0n 4 года назад

the low end on the Neuman was very nice. but all mics sounded more than good enough!

@fuckgkash 4 года назад

Love the video, but can you make a video on the Zoom U22?

@aldrickyu8877 3 года назад

Hello I've been watching your channel and I love you do reviews on microphones . Would you recommend this microphone to record vocals on a room that has no soundproofing. I've been struggling to record vocals with some condenser microphones because of neighbors dogs keeps barking. Hope you can answer my question. Thank you! :)

@Liowen 4 года назад

I dunno if it was me but at different times the mic sounded like you were in a hallway, it just sounded hollow at times. It did a good a job with handling so that is a plus.

@G1Z 4 года назад

Thanks for great vids! Where can I find the windscreen you have in your hand at 2:35?

@RichardsWorld 4 года назад

I had a hard time picking a versatile mic. I just ordered the new Rode VideoMic NTG. I hope you can do a test on that mic.

@thebusinessfirm9862 4 года назад

He already did mate. Cheers.

@gabrielchen7069 4 года назад

Hi, I’d be really interested to see a review of the Aspen Pittman DT1. There’re like no reviews of this mic.

@johnlackner1193 4 года назад

The only thing that may be almost impossible to test in a studio - gain before feedback!

@yoyah5999 4 года назад

Podcastage you need to review the blue kiwi

@wanderpete8922 Год назад

Hi bandrew! I noticed that you also have the 550dm, are you gonna be reviewing it as well or comparing it to this? i plan on recording on it and maybe using it on some stages and wanting to knoww which is better

@Gusty-oy3sp 4 года назад

Great review. What in your opinion are the best budget dynamic and condenser microphones for baritone type voice ?

@xHadesStamps 4 года назад

For baritone, you'll likely want one that's brighter. However, it's different for everyone. The e835 is my favorite I've used on my voice, but it may be different for you.

@syst3m08 4 года назад

You should check out the Lewitt MTP 550 DM (beautiful name, I know)

@maximeheberttalbot4505 4 года назад

Would it be possible to review the sE Electronics Voodoo Vr1? I want to buy a pair but there’s not a lot of reviews out there, everyone are using them as guitar amp mic, but they look awesome for everything!! Ah and nobody reviews mics as good as you! Haha

@IvarsDayLab 4 года назад

Triple thumbs up for box distance 👍👍👍😁

@bisbflat 4 года назад

I know you don’t normally review ribbons, but I’d love to hear your opinion on SE’s line of ribbon mics. They have a budget option as well as the voodoo v1 & v2. Love your videos, thank you for all the great info 👍🏻

@NoCoverCharge 4 года назад

I agree would like to second this request

@reducce9754 4 года назад

What is your settings for your blue yeti it sounds so good - do you ude a software?

@nic0psy 4 года назад

You should compare this mic to Behringer's SB 78A. I think these are quite similar.

@agambhasin 4 года назад

Rode M2 was the best and then Beta 87A! I keep the M2 at number 1 bcz it is more affordable than the Shure and sounds smoother and just as good!

@tbhv 4 года назад

I was scrolling through the comments and was like thank god some one else thinks that!

@agambhasin 4 года назад

Thibaut Vandame yup i still do!

@leehodgkiss15 4 года назад

Hi, what mic would you reccomend for capturing full body sound of an acoustic? Price range around $100?

@meyer955 4 года назад

I’m considering a Yeticaster (with boom arm) or a Samson G-Track Pro with bo boom arm. I’m a beginner. What would you recommend I buy? Is the boom arm a necessary component in the long run?

@xcafeine 4 года назад

merci ! you are a very usefull human ! thanx !

@gutpunchnews4000 4 года назад

Their windscreens are fantastic. I use one on my mic that isn’t a Lewitt. Keeps the plosives down. Still need to repurchase the MTP 840 DM. The Neumann sounded best, but for $700 it should be.

@michaelsi6770 3 года назад

I am gonna buy MTP 840 DM too. It has so much articulation and it's mids are unreal. Even tho I love my Neumann KSM 105 now I use Lewitt MTP 550 DM for spoken word because it sounds more aggressive and has more articulation. Lewitt is the champ.

@gutpunchnews6449 3 года назад

Flash Energy I’ll check one out.

@PersianOcat 4 года назад

Hi, recentlyI have bought a Shure SMB 7b and had Rodcaster pro couple year ago , do I need cloudlifter c1 or any suggestions please

@user-vl6zl5nn4y 4 года назад

Wow! !`m just so impressed by how that Lewitts sound! Both of them! I`ve had Shure beta87c and i loved it. But Lewitts sound much more better. Weird, but such legendary mic as Neumann KMS105 doesn`t impressed me at all in this comparison, moreover, I`ve noticed a serious distortions on its sound. Rode and Audiotechnica are also not bad.

@cookie7993 4 года назад

Sounds neat on the acoustic guitar and vocals 👌 Better on the vocals though.

@TheExangelus Год назад

For some reason in your other video "Is a $7000 mic worth it?" the sound of U87 and the kms105 sound a lot better brighter and clearer while here the lewitt sounds brighter and stronger than the neumanns. Could it be the mic position slightly different or the gain is different?

@user-vl6zl5nn4y 4 года назад

And just so imporatnt to know for liveshows how Lewitt is resistable to feedbacks... Does anyone know about this?

@ilblues 4 года назад

Had a little more bass and mid for my tastes ... which is what I'd look for in a mic with a baritone/bass voice and I want to get my Johnny Cash on. Still using my old and trusty EV N/D 257 and 457.

@augustusallan3619 4 месяца назад

I think you sounded best on the KSM, then the M2 slightly ahead of the 350, but those two are very close.

@michaelyoung7911 3 года назад

So would you put the kms105 or the Lewitt mtp940? Only $100 difference.

@ajsm3943 4 года назад

I have a question. Should I buy the blue yeti nano or the fifine k678

@WarerBrow 4 года назад

Bro, do you want to make a channel called "Bandrew sings"? At least can someone do compilation of all his testing songs? Please! They are awesome!

@poezdun 4 года назад

Capsule is seems very similar to Behringer (C-2/SB78A).

@TheWorldWillBeOK 4 года назад

Could you review Audio technica atm710? Same price, has 10db pad and HP filter and lower self noise. Would be an interesting comparison

@zvaramiro 3 года назад

The best mic ever!!I have ksm9,kms105 and e965.. ATM 710 just have that wow factor!

@tbhv 4 года назад

the sleeper pick of the bunch was definitely the se v7

@datarecoverysweden 4 года назад

How do the mainstream mics sound after being processed by NVIDIA RTX Voice.

@mohammedismael9471 4 года назад

Audio-Technica ATM710 Cardioid Condenser Handheld Microphone Could you please make a review for this typical microphone. Does it work on Behringer umc 202 Hd audio interface? Could you please also make handheld condenser microphones comparison. Thank you.

@BeigeBoy 4 года назад

shure Beta! you maybe me laugh dude wow your music sounds so much kooler with my new studio monitors and i mean that musicman, in love with that guitar

@Shishou_Shi 2 года назад

this seems comparable to the LCT 240 Pro. it's also at a price point I would around maximally get to without making money by recording instead of just hobby. I wonder which one I should get next

@bambusek7 9 дней назад

Hard to decide between this and Shure 87a. Looking for something to sing live on stage, which one has better feedback resistance?

@freddysnip6257 3 года назад

I have just bought this mic, it's a good mic I think,but the strange thing is that it doesn't matter if the on/off switch is engaged or disengaged it is engaged in both settings. I have to contact my dealer about this. Did anybody experience the same problem?

@paulhorn8761 4 года назад

Hi, Bandrew. I have a question. Are you going to review your Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 at some point in the future? I would be very interested in this one. Thank you.

@Podcastage 4 года назад

I don’t really have plans to do the 18i20 because the converters and preamps are the exact same as the 2i2 3rd gen. The only difference is the number of channels and I believe a few other features.

@paulhorn8761 4 года назад

@@Podcastage OK, I see 😂. Thank you for your reply

@andyman820 4 года назад

you're a really fast typer :)

@martinm5686 4 года назад

I NEED HELP:). I don’t know much about microphones. I’m looking for a microphone for 1) voice-over on RU-vid videos and 2) recording vocals and guitar. Which one should I choose? Dynamic or condensed? USB or XLR? And which brand? Best Martin

@Hank_Poole 4 года назад

I dont know.

@williamofockham5042 4 года назад

Have you reviewed the Audio Technica ATM710 or Sennheiser e965?

@zvaramiro 3 года назад

ATM 710 is better IMO

@bweany6728 4 года назад

3:30 ehh how do we treat the room so it sounds better?

@orbpulsargd2608 4 года назад

Question: If I get very close to a condenser mic (the XLR one, with 48v phantom power turned on) does it electrocute me?

@Podcastage 4 года назад

It should not.

@alexjacobs5132 2 года назад

What was the distance between the acoustic guitar and the microphone

@vaughanbiddle3123 4 года назад

It would be sick if you could do a video on the MTP 550 DM and MTP 440 DM. love ur videos btw, thanks

@artstu3511 4 года назад

What mics can you recommend for higher pitch voices? Which of them can help to beefed up a voice?

@user-vl6zl5nn4y 4 года назад

this Lewitt will deffinetly sound great for such vocals, and Rode also good. But Lewitt`ll be better. Let mr notice, that neumann won`t be good for high pitch vocals, because it has serious distortion and a little nasal sound

@8lec_R 4 года назад

Can I vent here? My patience is running thin, I ordered an interface and a cheap mic 2 months and 10 days ago.

@fcomellado 4 года назад

What headphones do you usually use?

@AkashAudioE 4 года назад

Please review the 740 CM

@grabyermike4099 4 года назад

It is a very good mic. but it is not for everyone. I have used it a few times, and I found it absolutely most useful on female Vox ( Live ) Very good in regards to rejection from behind ( Loud fold-back is possible with no prob.)