Electro-Voice RE20-BLACK Dynamic Broadcast Announcer Microphone, Black (RE20)

br>br>Pros:
- Exceptionally good voice qualitybr>- Metal construction that inspires confidencebr>- br>Internal pop filter - Dynamic (excellent for voice isolation with minimal sound treatment)br>- Switch with a low cutoff voltagebr>- Without picking up everything around you, it sounds like a condenser mic. br>- Compatible with a variety of shock mounts (I'm using one of the clamp style ones I had for my AT-X). br>- (2020)br>- (2020)br>- (2020 Rode PSA-compatible thread adapter is included. 1
- Anti- Cons: The proximity effectbr>br>Pros: The proximity effectbr>br>Cons: The proximity effectbr>br>
- Unlike the SM7B, there is no internal shock mount. br> I'm a little disappointed that I didn't try this first. br>br>Opinions: br>Have you ever tried a product and then regretted not getting it first instead of something else? That's exactly what I did with this microphone. When I was looking for a high-quality mic for streaming last year, I let the SM7B's legendary reputation, modern popularity, and number of reviews influence my decision. I never gave this mic a second thought until recently, when I heard a streamer speak into it and it had the crispest audio quality I'd ever heard. After watching a few direct comparison videos between the two mics, I began to second guess my decision. When I compared the RE20 to the SM7B, I noticed that the RE20 had a lot more detail and the SM7B sounded muffled. My fears were realized after setting up the RE20 and recording my first test record. Last year, I made a mistake and bought the wrong microphone. The RE20 is exactly what I was looking for in terms of sound. Whatever I tried in the EQ to the SM7B, there was always something wrong with it, which disappointed me. Without a doubt, it's not a bad mic, but it simply doesn't produce the sound that I want for my stream. If you've ever used a condenser microphone, you're aware that it picks up more details in your voice, but it also picks up sounds from all around your room as if they were right next to the mic. The RE20 has the same bright detail as the RE10, but with the added benefit of voice isolation provided by a dynamic microphone. For my use case, this is the best of both worlds. Finally, I wish I had done more research before making my initial purchase because I would have chosen the RE20 without hesitation. If you have the opportunity, try out the microphones you're considering to see which one best complements your voice; what sounds good to me may not sound good to you. Try not to be as influenced by the review numbers as I was. This is an incredible microphone that deserves to be heard more often. br>br>*Updated on July 25, 2021: I re- My shock mount was oriented to hang down from the boom rather than the more sideways orientation shown in the video, and it completely eliminated the apparent over sensitivity I suspected it had. I'm using a BTOOP (can't remember the exact name) shock mount that came highly recommended for the AT-X. 2020.

Arturo Golden

| Apr 25, 2021

Apparently the RE 320 (the baby brother of the RE20) was on my list over a period of many years, but was no longer available in my old station, while their RE20 mic is still available. This was my last review of the RE 320 (the baby brother of the RE 2021 After a year with my RE20s, I'm still very happy with them. As a seasoned Radio and Pro audio geek, I can say from experience that no cheaper copy cat mic can ever come close to the EV RE series (my favorites being this and it's Baby brother, the RE 320).

Zora Padilla

| Jan 14, 2021

Years ago, I used a Shure SM7B as my first nice dynamic microphone. They were both $400 mics at the time. The RE20 now costs an additional $90. I like the Shure as well, and since I'm not an audiophile, I won't go into technical sound comparisons. There's a ton of information on the internet about pitting the two mics against each other.

99% of the time I wear all black and I mainly use my mic for work video conferencing, talking- I know some people choose a microphone because they want something flashy, which is understandable, especially if they're spending a lot of money and want to show off. I like my microphone to be as unobtrusive as possible. And, because I can't always have an acoustically ideal situation, I'm forced to use a dynamic microphone. br>br>Now that the RE20 is available in black, it is a true competitor to the SM7B in my application. (By the way, I adore the look of the original cream-colored RE20- It's a piece of artwork-- I just don't want something so loud on video)br>br>One thing I've noticed now that I own both: The SM7B's mount and XLR input situation can be inconvenient when used with certain mounts, necessitating the use of a 3" extension tube to make room for the XLR housing. This is something that a lot of people are upset about. However, after dealing with it and now having the RE20, which is noticeably larger and longer (especially with the XLR attached), I'm starting to prefer Shure's method. The mic takes up a lot less room than you might think. Particularly if you're using the RE20, which has a massive shock mount system (which I don't have). In real-world applications, the Shure's mounting system and better noise rejection (tapping the body of the mic and its stand causes almost no noise in the mic), as well as the fact that it doesn't require a shock mount, are huge advantages over the RE20. especially if you value space and a low-key aesthetic. This is most likely a non-starter for some. issue. However, it may be make or break for use on a desktop with limited space in front of a camera. This difference isn't mentioned in many reviews, as far as I can tell. br>br>Aside from that, I prefer the RE20's more natural, less bassy/boomy sound (judging the sound without EQ because I won't always have the option of EQing in my use case). I also like the mic's physical design, which is all black metal with matte black metal mesh and super clean branding/typography on the lower third, which is nice and subtle. In my opinion, it appears to be a more expensive item in hand.

Kristian Kirby

| Oct 17, 2021