Would like some feedback on the built in mike; how does this compare with the M500? Can you use the built in for a concert, etc?
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The built-in mike is fine for what it's designed for: Family get-togethers, reunions, your kid's sporting event, graduations, and the like. Loud, steady noise (like what you'd get at a concert) can get kind of mushy, and trying to shoot speaking people in a noisy environment is a dice throw. It does have a stereo mini-jack for using an external mike--and there are some pretty decent mini-jack mikes out there to choose from. To be fair, however, using such a device takes away from the portability and "run and gun" aspects of a camera such as this. I haven't used an M500, but from what I've read on them, I would be surprised if the microphone is set up any differently. I would imagine the experience would be the same.
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@ ok4ablondeThanks a bunch, this helps alot, wanted to get some user's opinions about the sound quality in videos before trying it myself, had tried a Samsung SL720 which had 2 stereo mics, but I guess Samsung forgot to actually install the mics in the camera, really poor sound. thanks again.
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I can't speak about the 500, but I will say that I am extremely pleased with the 700. Plenty of volume, very clean, runs cool even over long periods at high volume. Bass and treble range and response are excellent, At this price point, a very impressive unit.
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I have been using my GLS audio Vocal Microphone as a mobile DJ since December 1, 2012 and it is still maintaining the sound quality. As for getting 5 solid years out of it compared to a Shure SM58? Only time will tell.
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I got the 650 on Monday and the speaker sound is very good. I was impressed with how the sound seemed to surround you. I have since hooked it up to my home stereo but I don't think you'll be disappointed with the built in speakers.
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Thanks for the reply. I'm not looking for studio quality, but just good enough to re-enjoy concerts. I've been using a Sony MD recorder, which is remarkable as long as I keep the volume under control. I'd also use it for acoustic group demo/critical listening, so it'll probably do OK for that. If all else fails in the concert area, I can keep using the minidiscs.Thanks again,Jim
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This would be a great mike for practice as well as recording. For the money, it is very good.
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Blow them out of the water in every regard IMO, less bass in these though (not an issue for me as I would rather controlled bass than more bass) also depending on what you are used to they are relatively bright as far as lower mid range headphones go. They are unweildy to take out in public if you aren't using them at home though (the M50's do a good job outside) I would recommend going for the A900X's over the A700X's if you can afford the difference though, the Aluminum housing makes a rather large difference imo.
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I've only used it once for an acoustic performance. It was indoors and we used the Zoom H4N and the sound turned out beautiful and crisp. I would recommend it.
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Though you have likely made your decision, I upgraded from a 3602 (a model that's superior to the 3080 on paper) and could tell the difference with the 3908. It was night and day. I would even wager that this system is superior to a more expensive setup, like a Bose Companion 3 (from what I've heard in person) for instance. Though some would tell you Bose is overpriced/average quality, it's one of the few premium sets I have listened to.
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The microphone has awesome quaility, a guy named Ethoslab uses it for YouTube he now has over 1 Million subscribers. So the Microphone is awesome. (I told you about Etho so you can go to the channel and see what you think yourself)
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I bought an MZM 100 a couple years ago. The stereo mic that came with it was kind of lame, but it is a great recorder with a dynamite built-in preamp. I can tell you that this one also comes with a stereo mic, and that probably means it records in stereo (2-channels) as well.As an acoustician, I think it would be nice if it recorded at 96 khz (> 4x the maximum threshold of hearing for human beings), but other than that, it has done some good work for me.
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I'm not familiar with Behringer myself, but I've owned two M-Audio Interfaces: an earlier model which I gave to a friend (still working today) and then this M-Track2 Model. The quality in both product and recording is unsurpassable in the price range. M-Audio makes a solid product that is easy to use and (in my opinion) a very professional looking piece of equipment. I used Audacity, the M-Track2, and the MXL 770 Cardioid Condenser Microphone, to record some vocals and then imported the files into FL Studio. Without any effects or touch ups, the vocals came out clean, thick, and crisp. I use a pop filter too, but regardless, I love M-Audio products. Hope this helps some? Lol I go on rants and don't know if I actually say anything useful.
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We have been using a pair of these with a pair of Peavey SP 2BX for our indoor shows for the past 2 years. We mic everything. and send it out. I don't drive them real hard because it's not made for that. But it will give you more low end than without, and in a med to small venue works well. It won't give you the drive outdoors like the big equipment will, I use our dual Peavey 18" subs for the outdoor, and X-large events.
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l do not own the M50s... so l cant answer your question... However, common sense tells me the PRO700MK2 should isolate better from the outside as they appear to exert a tighter pressure on your head than the M50 does. Also, take into account that the PRO700s are DJs HPs so l guess they must have been designed to provide more isolation than the M50s... Your choice!
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Its not as good as a studio mic but magnitudes better than the phone mic. I would not trust it to get a live gig without input gain controls. Use good software to record with that has eq and gain controls. I use the paid version of Hi-Q MP3 rec for Android and its decent. Then run it through Audacity.
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You'll get a decent vocal sound out of it, but an SM57 will be more versatile for recording instruments, especially guitar amps. Might want to look into a condenser mic instead.