For a comparison video that was a GREAT MIX! 😂 And I know youtube doesn't allow to hear the FULL difference between them but the SM58 seems to have warmer mids while the M1 has crisper highs. I think the M1 actually better suits vocals then. I have an M1, removed the inner shield and the diaphragm shield to enhance those lovely tops!
Electric guitar cabs have very complex sound dispersion. Moving the mic an inch will change the sound a lot. Since both mics don't have the same rejection it's normal they would sound different when put close to the speaker of a cab. I'm sure the difference would be less if I did mic the cab 6 feet away.
it makes sense, thanx! I use M1 both on vocals and guitars, and never thought that difference can be so considerable. You made want to try old good shure again for comparison.
Thanks for comparing these two mics. In my opinion Rode was better for electric guitar and vocals (better cut through the mix). Shure has better rejection.
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Yeah I too thought the SM58 sounded better for the first guitarr but the M1 for the electric and for the mixed together. The Rode is more than 35% cheaper here ...
Holy balls. I was sure i would grab a sm58, but just for fun checked out some alternatives. M1 is clear winner in my tastes! sm58 was a hair better on the acoustic guitar, but apart from that M1 all the way. Great comparison by the way, really enjoyed the video!
Great Review. To me there is very little difference but only to a trained ear. the Rode M1 is just a little brighter in hizze. Its a great sounding mic on par with the SM58.
You didnt show the gtr cab mic setup. I suspect you had the mics at different positions. For mic cab shootouts you need to make sure they are both at the same radius from the center of the speaker cone center.
@@MarcoPrimeau They just have to be at the same radius from the center of the speaker. If they vary in that regard, the sound will be impossible to compare. Many shootouts fail at this. Also, reamping is an option for actually good comparisons of this kind.
The Rode had better insulation against handling and direction seemed slightly wider. The Shure was a tad sharper with narrower direction, the Rode seemed warmer. I couldn't detect any real difference when the whole lot was put together. The only real benefit is that the Shure might have a better resale value if you wanted to upgrade. Everyone's hearing is different, personal choice at the end of the day. Good comparison though. Thnx
Thanks for the comment Cici. I know my singing is not so good, but I'm still doing it for for the channel... Maybe one day I'll find someone local with a good voice to collaborate with ;)
Nice. You are a good musician and innovative. I like how at the end it seems like you have a dwarf arm when there are 3 screens at once. I prefer the Rode m1 definitely. I clearly hear it when you play the electric guitar. Big difference. >I know it is a matter of preference and which spectrum one focuses on. One of the mics could be better at one spectrum and the other at another.
The Shure's sound is very dull, IMO not very good on male vocals (OK on male voice-over type work though). To my ear the Rode M1 is better on male vox, on other application the Shure might be the right one for the job!
Thanks for your comment Karol. Great observation, altought those two mics will give different results depending on the preamp and different impedance load. The best thing is to try them and choose the one that suites your vocal the best ;)
Sir, I am beginner. I want to record my written poetry professionally. In which my line will go in high tone and will also come in low tone. Tell me such a mic and audio interface. So that I can record and mix later. My room is not sound proof. My total budget is $300. But a shopkeeper told me that you cannot do recording with dynamic mic. Please tell me what should I do. Tell me such a mic and audio interface that I will not regret after buying.
I would go with a kit from Focusrite (interface / mic / headphones) It comes with a condenser mic that could grab more room noises, but if you open your closet full of cloth put the back of the mic toward it you'll eliminate at least the wall reflexion. Other solution is to buy a SM58 which will grab less noises but it needs a good preamp which is expensive..
@@MarcoPrimeau Thanks bro 🙏, If I take the interface of Audient with Shure Beta 58 🎤. So this setup will be good. I can do recording on this setup. i will get good quality
@@deolludhianvi Yes audient preamps are a step up from basic interfaces. It's a good choice. The beta 58 is also good. Not the classic voice over mic but in an untreated room it will work. If you feel the preamp starts to be noisy for pushing it way up, you can add a cloudlifter later on..
It depends what kind of sound you are looking for. Matching expectations with the right instrument, room, mic and preamp is what make a good recording ;)
They have different impedance and gain values, also EQ'd slighly different. The M1 will do better at rejecting bass frequncies on stage, or rehearsal room (can cut in the mix anyway) and also serves better with percussion with it's higher frequency pickup and cardioid pattern. Even the Shure Beta 58A aren't great value compared to an M1. Shure need to do better on their pricing imo.
