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CamLover

2021-04-27

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Thursday, April 15, 2021
I chose this specific condenser microphone "BM-800" in the color "GOLD-BLACK" because I find it more beautiful in my eyes than the other colors... And of course, it is the most "Professional-Cheap" option.
...and that's why I decided to get it as a "SET" together with its other accessories.
I believe that this particular condenser microphone is not valuable if you don't include its other accessories (compared to buying it alone).
The only thing I haven't installed on it (see 5th photo) is the "POP FILTER"
(that isolates the "Sssss" sounds in your speeches).
Although in a test I did of my voice and the "Sssss" sounds, I personally don't notice any difference, after all, I won't need it for "Recording an Album", nor for Recording on a CD.
Let it remain in its box, and let it stay there. You never know...

And for the programs I use it with:
* Adobe Audition 2021
* Audacity
...mainly for voice recording, or generally to be used in any of my videos on YouTube, it really doesn't leave me with any negative element. I'm not a professional sound engineer, but what reaches my ears, at least personally, satisfies me.

"CAUTION"
If you plan to connect it directly to an External Sound Card (e.g. Behringer U-Phoria UM2), it is recommended to connect it only with an "XLR Male-XLR Female" cable.
And not with a cable like "XLR Male-3.5mm jack" (via a 6.3mm jack adapter), otherwise it will not work at all (as it happened to me).
Make sure to get such a cable (the first one I mentioned) before ordering the condenser microphone itself, because simply as soon as you receive it, you won't be able to wait to use it...

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ErielVasan

2021-11-10

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This particular set satisfied me for the purpose I bought it: the accessories.

So, let's start with the arm. Aluminum construction with iron screws, which makes it sturdy, of course for something cheap it is perfectly reasonable and I am satisfied.

The two pop filters are excellent, no noise from breaths or strange sounds can be heard. The results were as expected even with the sponge.

The spider is plastic but stable, so it is definitely worth the money and more.

Now let's talk about the main product... I should note that all tests were done with a first-generation Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 external sound card. With phantom power on and as much boost as I could give, the microphone sounded worse than the one on my laptop from 2015. Low volume, poor quality, and a lot of white noise. Obviously, without phantom power, nothing can be heard. Using the cable included in the set, which connects to the headphone jack, there was not even any improvement, the cable (possibly faulty) couldn't produce sound even from my dynamic microphone.

In the end, the set for the main product is garbage. If you are looking for an entry-level condenser microphone, this is definitely not the place. Now, if you want, like me, a quick solution for some accessories, then the set is quite value for money. My rating is 2 stars because I rate the accessories with 4 stars and the microphone with 0, so it averages out to 2. I think it's obvious that the microphone and cable are already in the recycling bin

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  Giorgos_Kanellopoulos6278

  2024-06-29

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  Guys, get it, it's worth it and the best mic for 20€, especially if you get it with the sound card, it's amazing

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  dimimicha

  2024-06-05

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  Okay, what can you say about a €15 kit + microphone? .. My comment is that I am a former professional musician and now a composer (cubase, wavelab, instruments, etc.) in a home studio. I would like to point out that anyone who wants to connect it to a PC or a sound card for gaming, etc., should forget about it and go somewhere else because I tried it that way just to confirm what was mentioned before! There is no USB adapter in my kit, at least, and the cable provided with the XLR, as soon as you receive it, you send it to the trash can, as someone mentioned before (I would like to add here that I informed the store, the people were helpful and suggested a return, but I didn't proceed with it by my own choice). In the end, I connected it to my U-PHORIA UMC204HD sound card, which has the Midas +48 Volt phantom power for condenser microphones, and voila, super value for money with some effects and you're all set. It has some noise, but if you know how, you can easily cut it and make it better than what you see in influencers. I hope I helped those who are considering buying it!

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  Fanis_kap

  2024-04-25

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  Well the microphone for its money is a gem, I've been using it for a year now. It has 3 negatives. The noise floor is high, meaning you hear some parasites. Yes, you will tell me it needs phantom power, I will tell you that I bought two different products with phantom power, a mixer and an interface with no result. The microphone did not work at all. It really only works with a 3.5 jack. I solved it by measuring the volts it takes with a multimeter and discovered that I have the model with the small board that many call "fake". It does not represent the reviews we see on YouTube that give it phantom power and it shines. The arm has a plastic at the base that wore out in a month causing me to mount it. Besides all that, the kit is very good value for this price and I can't give it fewer stars. If you do a little processing or filtering, it has good sound.

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  vasiliostsaboukos

  2024-03-24

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  This review is about the color: Silver

  The microphone is extremely impressive for its price and the accompanying accessories! Of course, you change the connection cable on the spot and use an XLR, just like the very typical sound card that you put in a drawer and connect to a sound card with phantom power to perform

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  MARAGKOS_NIKOLAOS

  2023-10-11

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  I ordered the XLR BM-800 Mic Kit, but what arrived was a microphone with USB and without any brand markings. It is a black microphone that looks like the BM-800, but it is completely different and it is USB

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  kostas_Stam_

  2023-09-12

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  For 15€, I can't understand the negative reviews, it does its job exactly as it should (let's not forget that we are talking about a 15€ condenser microphone), especially for podcasts, it's just what you need.
  P.S. In the end, buy it and keep the cable, because again, with 15€ you can't even buy just a cable, so 100% worth it

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  Criss_X

  2023-08-02

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  This review is about the color: Silver

  For its price, it is a value for money product...

  I bought it with the intention of using it for internet radio.
  I have it connected to a professional analog mixer from Mackie through an XLR F to XLR M with phantom power!!!

  Of course, several corrective interventions had to be made to the response curve, as well as the use of a DSP to achieve really good results.

  I would not recommend it for professional recordings (e.g. in music productions). But for voice-overs, podcasts, and voice tracks, it serves very well (provided one has the necessary knowledge of sound recording)! The (anti)pop filter is a better choice than the foam cover!!!

  I recommend connecting it to a mixer that has a phantom powered input (+48 Volts). This way, it provides a satisfactory level and a satisfactory signal-to-noise ratio!!!

  With the provided cable in the input of a PC card, the gain level is quite low (because the voltage provided by the PC is quite low) and if an increase in input sensitivity is needed, it will be noticed that the signal-to-noise ratio is not ideal!

  The build quality of the set is classified in the average category and if one is careful, they will not encounter unpleasant surprises with damages and wear that would render it unusable!

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  big_mushroom

  2023-06-14

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  I bought the microphone about 2 years ago (back then, including shipping, it cost 30€) and overall, I believe that for the current price of 15€, it is quite good with relatively clear sound.

  Now, in terms of construction, the entire base is metallic except for the part that holds the microphone steady with the strings, which is plastic. Initially, it was fine, but later on, I had issues with the base. If you move it to remove the microphone over time (at least in my case), the base cracked, causing the whole system to fall apart. The strings came loose due to the weight of the microphone, so it hangs partially. Additionally, one of the connections between the base and the microphone broke, so not only does the microphone hang, but it also falls upside down. Overall, it has some issues over time... that's about the base (again, I'm talking about a period of 2 years).

  The microphone itself is quite good (probably with a sound card it could be even better). It is of good quality and sturdy in terms of construction, unlike the rest. If you want to start, for example, on YouTube or something, with a small budget, I believe it's very okay. It has an XLR cable to 3.3mm, so it can be directly connected to the PC without much hassle.

  Overall, I would say it is quite good for its price, let's not lie, 15€ is nothing for such sound. However, keep in mind that in a few years (1-2?), you will probably have to get something else because it will start to fall apart.

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  progressivemonter

  2023-03-26
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  Hello everyone. I bought the kit and I have it for a few days, using it for games on PC on Steam for now. Easy plug and play on the PC motherboard, adjust the settings a bit for volume and you're good to go! The sound is very clear and has satisfactory volume. I adjusted the background noise and there are minimal things that can be heard, like the mechanical keyboard for example, but nothing annoying. As for the build quality, it feels somewhat fragile, so be careful not to drop it from its base. Good connection and everything will be fine! Overall, it is an excellent value for money at around 17 euros, no doubt about it.

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  user2167

  2023-02-09

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  I will start with the accessories that come with the set. The Boom arm is metallic and looks okay. It includes 2 pop filters, each worth about 5-10 euros. The shock mount is basic, does its job, and costs around 5 euros. The cable, let's say around 10 euros as well. So, only the accessories in this 18 euro set are worth around 50 euros separately.

  As for the microphone itself, it is a Condenser microphone. To function at 100%, it requires 48v phantom power, there's no other way around it. There are options like the small sound card included in the set, but a condenser microphone needs an external audio interface to adjust the gain. That's how they are designed to work. Otherwise, it's better to go for a USB microphone.

  I use it with a Focusrite Scarlett Solo 2nd gen, about 15-20 centimeters away, with a little bit of compression, noise reduction, and EQ, things that are commonly used with microphones worth hundreds of euros. It can definitely be adjusted better, I have no idea how to use the effects.

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  Giannis_Alaf

  2022-12-10

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  I bought this specific microphone for 25 euros and I use it to talk in games and on Discord, as well as for some very light recording. For 25 euros, it does the absolute minimum. It has a lot of background noise and the cable that comes with the mic smells like cheap Chinese products (literally and figuratively) as it emits a petroleum and factory smell. However, it costs 20 euros, and what do you expect for 20 euros, so... the quality, for bricks. The sound... for bricks. It is value for money... yes. For some crazy reason, I still believe that if you want a light sound experience, it's worth it, so buy at your own risk!!!

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  Panos_V98

  2022-09-21

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  I bought this specific product a few months ago and I use it in my home studio for my amateur projects. The microphone, with the appropriate adjustments depending on the space, can produce a mediocre result that sounds decent. I do not recommend it for recording instruments as it distorts the sound. In conclusion, it is a good microphone to start with, especially considering its price ($12.3... not that I would give more than that)

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  SMASHER_55

  2022-08-05

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  It is good in terms of sound when used AS IS. The set in the box with the 3.5mm cable works perfectly with very good sound for the 20 euros I paid, with a little processing it produces very good sound and is clearly suitable for voice recording. However, IF YOU CONNECT IT TO PHANTOM POWER EVEN THOUGH IT SAYS CONDENSER, IT GETS NOISY AND PRODUCES INTERFERENCE. It is intended for use with a simple 3.5mm cable, not for a sound card, and I discovered this through my own experience by burning it. It was evident from its weight that it couldn't handle more, but I decided to try it anyway. So anyone who buys it should keep this in mind. If they want a good microphone for phantom power, they should invest a little more in the Behringer C-1 or C-3, for example. This particular microphone is only meant to work as it comes in its box and NOT WITH A SOUND CARD WITH PHANTOM POWER. Apart from that, it is of very good quality as a result and I would choose it for a simple home studio for songs or voice for YouTube. Also, it does not come with the USB adapter shown in the photo (a splitter for microphone and headphones through USB).

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  gregottorry

  2022-06-27

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  The microphone works fine if I connect it to the microphone port on my PC, but if I plug it into the sound card with phantom power, etc., it produces sound but with a lot of interference and distortion. It doesn't make any sense and is unusable for my situation since I want a microphone that will connect through my sound card

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  Champos_Vezas_T_V__CHampos_Vez

  2022-05-04

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  The product does not produce any sound at all, not even a whisper... With all the settings at maximum, the only thing it captures is a faint, indistinct meowing from the neighbor below, that's all you hear...

  To make it work, you need additional devices (professional ones) and some say that even with those, it still doesn't produce good sound and requires special software... (If you're selling something and it needs something else to work, it's good to mention and write it).

  If you're like me and just wanted a microphone for voice recording, don't get it, you'll waste your money because it doesn't record the voice at all... It's not even worth 10 cents...

  Final thought: Good construction but...

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  Αλέξανδρος Κ91

  2022-04-09

  Good evening everyone, I want to talk about this specific microphone. So, I bought the bm-800 kit because I wanted something affordable for my first microphone to start recording sound for the games I play on my PC and upload them on YouTube. I didn't know anyone who could recommend something, so I ended up with this one. This microphone has good construction, it's sturdy, it comes with a stand and pop filters, which alone would cost more than 16€. I did a test with the sound and for 16€, with everything that comes with it, it was top-notch, very good! Now, I don't know if I made a wrong move and broke it or if it simply stopped working. Okay, I spent 16€, I'll buy the rest! Now it stopped working because I connected it directly to the PC without a sound card, because it's an XLR, not meant for PCs, I don't know. Until it was working, it was really good and maybe it's my fault and not the microphone's fault that it stopped working. So, I give it four stars with half a heart, I don't know if I should give it five. The next step is to get a sound card and try again! I hope I helped some people who have been dealing with microphones for years, although they probably won't read this, they will be looking in another category!

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  Pourgianos._

  2022-03-22

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  good microphone to use only through discord but if you want the 100% it gives you, you will need a good sound card

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  s.Gkika02

  2022-01-01

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  For its price, it is the best. If you also get a good sound card (I have the Behringer U-Phoria UMC22), it sounds very clear without any interference or something like that. Definitely value for money.

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  Dionisus26

  2021-11-17

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  Good microphone, although not excellent, nevertheless it is worth it and more for its cost. I note that, since it is a condenser microphone, one should also purchase a preamplifier because otherwise the sound will be very low.

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  john_rooso

  2021-11-05

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  I connected it to a sound console (mixer) and gave it 48v phantom power from the mixer. The sound was awful. Low and distorted. After many experiments, I finally connected a 47k resistor in series with the + cable that goes to the capsule and the sound improved. I also noticed that before I added the resistor, when I turned off the phantom power, as the voltage dropped (i.e. discharged), the sound improved. That's why I added the resistor. It's not my mixer's fault. I tried it on 3 mixers and the problem was the same. Otherwise, it has good sensitivity and clean (now) sound.

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  EmraxAmet

  2021-11-05

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  Give your money to something else.

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  georgeboletis

  2021-10-11

  Finally, I tried it in all possible ways on a monitor/speaker separately with a special input for a microphone, on virtual dj with 2 different consoles, with an external soundcard but nothing. It only picked up another microphone that I tried. I hope it was just a coincidence for me and that it was only this specific microphone with a problem!

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  Kwstas Ntinos

  2021-09-11

  I have had it for about 2 years, and I have no intention of changing it in the near future. Fantastic for 20 euros, and in my opinion, the best microphone for this price. I use it with a DeLock sound card, which now costs 13 euros, although I could swear it was less. The sound is very clear for its price. It comes with all the necessary accessories (except for a sound card, although I don't remember for sure if it is needed) and it is easy to set up. I highly recommend it.

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  tomasgoldney

  2021-09-08

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  Very good product and worth its money and more! It is perfect for a simple setup, either for streaming or for home recording. The arm is well constructed and all the accessories included in the kit make this product exceptional.

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  Zanna_Galstyan

  2021-08-28

  It is very good for its price, I have been using it for a week continuously and it works perfectly. The only thing I would like is to be able to sing live, I just don't know how

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  Aris_A_56

  2021-08-17

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  It stopped working on its own after a short period of time and for the use I gave it, it's not worth it. I had used it less than 10 times

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  Elias Georgiopoulos-valsamidis

  2021-07-17

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  For the money, if you want it for Skype, Discord, or a podcast, as I tried it, it's fine. For music, it's not great either, it also needs an interface to get the 48 volts it needs to function. The cable they give you is disposable. And the build quality is not very good, but for 20 euros, it does the job just fine.

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  George__Panta

  2021-07-13

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  All the time I hear only noise but everyone on YouTube shows that it is much better than what I have, when I opened it I saw that the "motherboard" card was much smaller than what they showed and logically I will buy it again to see if I will get the regular one + I will keep the boxes so that if they have sent me the same again to return it

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  alexandros_eytychidis

  2021-07-10

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  totally worth buying the mic in my opinion because for a starter there is nothing better, my advice is not to use it without filters in your recording program, they greatly improve the quality for the money you will spend

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  Nuns_Seka

  2021-06-09

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  Very good kit for its price.

  edit: After a while of use, I can confidently say that the microphone is perfect if you want to experiment with settings and adjust it to your liking. The stand has left me unsatisfied, it's quite mediocre, but the quality of the microphone saves it and makes the amazing price it was purchased for, only 22 euros, the best budget option for all occasions. Incredible

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