Uploaded January 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 day ago
In this video, I test the Maono PD200W completely raw and unprocessed, then compare it directly to my favorite budget mic — the Fifine K688 — so you can decide which one is right for your setup.
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Maono PD200W - amazon.com/dp/B0FR957Y7K?ref=t_ac_view_request_product_image&campaignId=amzn1.campaign.WND738B4FEJB&linkCode=tr1&tag=darkenedcyr06-20&linkId=amzn1.campaign.WND738B4FEJB_1767908974453
FIFINE K688 - amzn.to/45LGIpJ
Maono PD200W Camera receiver - amzn.to/4r4wadR
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Channel Started - 7/12/2019
YouTube Partner Program - 11/7/2020
10k Subs - 7/18/2022
20k Subs - 3/13/2024
0:00 Intro – Raw PD200W XLR Audio (No Processing)
0:32 Wireless Features Overview (Phone + 2 Mic Support)
1:00 Noise Rejection Levels + App Mention
1:12 Should You Buy It? (Start of Review)
1:36 Disclosure + Comparison Setup (PD200W vs K688)
1:59 What’s In The Box (Kit Breakdown)
2:26 Controls & Ports (Dial, Mute, USB, XLR, Headphones)
2:57 Included USB-C Adapter + Extra Accessories
3:10 Build Quality & Design Differences (vs K688)
3:35 Phone Test (USB-C Adapter Sound Sample)
4:19 Using XLR + Wireless At The Same Time
4:38 Camera Mount Setup (Mono/Stereo/Safety Options)
5:04 PD200W on Camera – Raw Sound + Gain Settings
5:17 Noise Rejection Test (Levels 1–3)
6:08 Dongles Explained (Charging vs Data)
6:45 Background Noise Test (Airport Sounds Demo)
7:26 Sound Sample Comparison (PD200W vs K688)
8:49 Initial Thoughts (Which Sounds Better?)
9:53 Final Verdict (Versatility vs Pure Sound Quality)
10:15 Ask The Audience (Which Mic Do You Prefer?)
10:50 Outro + Next Video (EQ with Wavelink)
In this video, I test the Maono PD200W completely raw and unprocessed, then compare it directly to my favorite budget mic — the Fifine K688 — so you can decide which one is right for your setup.
Products (affiliate)
Maono PD200W - amazon.com/dp/B0FR957Y7K?ref=t_ac_view_request_product_image&campaignId=amzn1.campaign.WND738B4FEJB&linkCode=tr1&tag=darkenedcyr06-20&linkId=amzn1.campaign.WND738B4FEJB_1767908974453
FIFINE K688 - amzn.to/45LGIpJ
Maono PD200W Camera receiver - amzn.to/4r4wadR
------------------------------------
We are an Elgato Ambassador! Get a discount when you order your favorite Elgato products with my link! elgato.sjv.io/aOdJZR
Are you a Console Streamer? Then you need Lightstream!
golightstream.com/darkenedcyrus
Discount Code: DarkenedCyrus (25% off 3 months!)
We are an AVerMedia Partner! Go check out their AWESOME Inventory and get an exclusive discount with my coupon code!
Code: Cyrus
Link: sdqk.me/bPFV6hdj/9f8lj0GW
------------------------------------
Check out my website to book 1 on 1 Coaching, editing services, and more! https://www.darkenedcyrus.live
Join The Darkness Discord! discord.gg/ftRsYvq
------------------------------------
Check out my website! - darkenedcyrus.com
BRANDS! Here's my Media Kit - https://darkenedcyrus.live/mediakit
------------------------------------
Come Watch My Stream!
Twitch - twitch.tv/darkenedcyrus
------------------------------------
Socials
Twitter - twitter.com/DarkenedCyrus
Instagram - instagram.com/DarkenedCyrus
------------------------------------
Channel Started - 7/12/2019
YouTube Partner Program - 11/7/2020
10k Subs - 7/18/2022
20k Subs - 3/13/2024
0:00 Intro – Raw PD200W XLR Audio (No Processing)
0:32 Wireless Features Overview (Phone + 2 Mic Support)
1:00 Noise Rejection Levels + App Mention
1:12 Should You Buy It? (Start of Review)
1:36 Disclosure + Comparison Setup (PD200W vs K688)
1:59 What’s In The Box (Kit Breakdown)
2:26 Controls & Ports (Dial, Mute, USB, XLR, Headphones)
2:57 Included USB-C Adapter + Extra Accessories
3:10 Build Quality & Design Differences (vs K688)
3:35 Phone Test (USB-C Adapter Sound Sample)
4:19 Using XLR + Wireless At The Same Time
4:38 Camera Mount Setup (Mono/Stereo/Safety Options)
5:04 PD200W on Camera – Raw Sound + Gain Settings
5:17 Noise Rejection Test (Levels 1–3)
6:08 Dongles Explained (Charging vs Data)
6:45 Background Noise Test (Airport Sounds Demo)
7:26 Sound Sample Comparison (PD200W vs K688)
8:49 Initial Thoughts (Which Sounds Better?)
9:53 Final Verdict (Versatility vs Pure Sound Quality)
10:15 Ask The Audience (Which Mic Do You Prefer?)
10:50 Outro + Next Video (EQ with Wavelink)
