Uploaded May 2023 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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We take a look at the Maono PM500 Condenser mic, great for podcasts/livestreams. We test it out of the box, and try some EQ'ing to see how good it really is!

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This video IS NOT SPONSORED. Maono did provide me this mic for free to conduct a thorough and honest review on my channel. I'm not obligated to make a video or say anything specific about it in any video uploaded to this channel. Any opinions expressed regarding this microphone are EXCLUSIVELY my own.

Video Captured on:
Sony ZV-E10 amzn.to/3ZRbyJd
Sigma 30mm F1.4 Lens amzn.to/3kx3blB
Sigma 16mm F1.4 Lens amzn.to/3QOZBj2

Audio Interface used in this comparison:
Zoom Podtrak P8 - amzn.to/3yYR0C8

time stamps:
0:00 - intro - who, what where
0:55 - Full disclosure - NOT sponsored
2:30 - Why are we reviewing this mic?!
2:57 - Unboxing
3:49 - Audio test - default settings
5:23 - Audio test - with processing
5:47 - Plosive test
6:50 - Activating flat EQ
7:30 - First impressions
10:14 - different EQ settings darker vs brighter
12:20 - my brain implodes for a minute straight!
13:01 - Audio Comparison vs Lewitt LCT 240 Pro in default and custom settings
16:40 - mic comparison - first thoughts
19:42 - Final Thoughts!