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Post by Drew @ UA on Feb 18, 2022 7:47:12 GMT -6
As mentioned, mics are very subjective. To me, SM7s have a slightly closed in, sort of muted upper topend. SD-1 does not. Hope this helps. That's the nice thing about the SM7b it's not subjective. It's frequency response is what makes it what it is .... and so darn useful. The SD-1 is a new tool and may indeed be useful in it's own right (I'm sure it is) - but it's not a replacement for a SM7b as it's not an SM7B (obvious really) Hope this helps  PS You can put me down for a UA/Bock 251 !! Lovely thing that mic - looks very pretty too - definitely on my demo and wish list. Indeed, it is not a clone. |
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Post by chessparov on Feb 19, 2022 10:01:50 GMT -6
It's not a clone and doesn't sound the same. IMO, it sounds better, with a more open top. But of course mics are incredibly subjective. Check it out and decide for yourself. It's obviously aimed at a budget conscious segment @ $299. "SM7-b" .... "more open top" Not two thoughts I expect to read in the same sentence. Depends who's singing through it. Always possibility of wardrobe malfunction. Chris |
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Post by enlav on Mar 18, 2022 15:55:03 GMT -6
If you've seen his other reviews and know his voice, this video might be a good reference for those interested.
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Post by ericn on Mar 18, 2022 20:16:31 GMT -6
Good to hear from you Drew. I get the need for being positive and diplomatic regarding the new SD-1. But since it's blatantly obvious it's copying the SM-7B, my question is does the SD-1 improve on the sound of the SM-7b or not. If it isn't demonstrably better I can't see any reason to buy it. I can get an SM-7b for $340 any day. I could use an SM-7b sometimes and would be glad to save a little money and buy the SD-1. I like the white color better, but that's not enough to make me get one. It's not a clone and doesn't sound the same. IMO, it sounds better, with a more open top. But of course mics are incredibly subjective. Check it out and decide for yourself. It's obviously aimed at a budget conscious segment @ $299. But Drew everything you mentioned is why the SM7 works in radio and why everyone is using one, it’s really hard to screw up with an SM7! Think of all the podcasters using one with studio monitors, you don’t have to fight feedback with an SM7. It’s also why I sold them like bubblegum. |
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Post by Drew @ UA on Mar 19, 2022 12:39:17 GMT -6
It's not a clone and doesn't sound the same. IMO, it sounds better, with a more open top. But of course mics are incredibly subjective. Check it out and decide for yourself. It's obviously aimed at a budget conscious segment @ $299. But Drew everything you mentioned is why the SM7 works in radio and why everyone is using one, it’s really hard to screw up with an SM7! Think of all the podcasters using one with studio monitors, you don’t have to fight feedback with an SM7. It’s also why I sold them like bubblegum. And now people have another mic to consider (that we think sounds better) that is also $100 cheaper. There is no downside here. |
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Post by chessparov on Mar 19, 2022 15:03:52 GMT -6
Drew what is the long term service/repair policy, regarding sending in your UA microphone? Also Bock and Soundelux microphones... Including things like an iFET?
Thanks, Chris
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Post by srb on Mar 19, 2022 22:20:04 GMT -6
Drew what is the long term service/repair policy, regarding sending in your UA microphone? Also Bock and Soundelux microphones... Including things like an iFET? Thanks, Chris I appreciate this inquiry as I own an E47 that is going on 20 years old. Might require some service at some point. |
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Post by Drew @ UA on Mar 20, 2022 9:39:40 GMT -6
Drew what is the long term service/repair policy, regarding sending in your UA microphone? Also Bock and Soundelux microphones... Including things like an iFET? Thanks, Chris Feel free to ask Support. u.audio/supportWe have taken over support for Bock and Sphere. |
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Post by Drew @ UA on Mar 20, 2022 9:40:35 GMT -6
Drew what is the long term service/repair policy, regarding sending in your UA microphone? Also Bock and Soundelux microphones... Including things like an iFET? Thanks, Chris I appreciate this inquiry as I own an E47 that is going on 20 years old. Might require some service at some point. We are now Bock support. |
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Post by srb on Mar 20, 2022 14:20:48 GMT -6
I appreciate this inquiry as I own an E47 that is going on 20 years old. Might require some service at some point. We are now Bock support. Does that include Soundelux? |
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Post by chessparov on Mar 20, 2022 16:31:40 GMT -6
Long term... A Soundelux 49, is on my radar too. So this would be a factor.
Thanks, Chris
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Post by Drew @ UA on Mar 21, 2022 8:15:20 GMT -6
Does that include Soundelux? They'd all be out of warranty of course and David has shops he has "blessed" to do that work. |
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Post by srb on Mar 21, 2022 10:12:49 GMT -6
Does that include Soundelux? They'd all be out of warranty of course and David has shops he has "blessed" to do that work. Thanks. So, do we still contact UA for the referral? |
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Post by Drew @ UA on Mar 21, 2022 10:18:58 GMT -6
They'd all be out of warranty of course and David has shops he has "blessed" to do that work. Thanks. So, do we still contact UA for the referral? Yes. |
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Post by srb on Mar 21, 2022 10:20:12 GMT -6
Thanks. So, do we still contact UA for the referral? Yes. Thanks again, Drew. |
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Post by Drew @ UA on Mar 21, 2022 10:54:12 GMT -6
My pleasure! Happy to help as I can. |
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Post by phantom on Mar 23, 2022 16:41:35 GMT -6
So, the SD1 is not a clone of the SM7b after all. It's a clone of a clone of the SM7b.
Same capsule apparently.
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Post by Guitar on Mar 23, 2022 16:51:55 GMT -6
So, the SD1 is not a clone of the SM7b after all. It's a clone of a clone of the SM7b. Same capsule apparently. I would have just called it The Ess and Seven Bees, better name. My name is worth $600. |
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Post by BenjaminAshlin on Mar 24, 2022 2:13:46 GMT -6
So, the SD1 is not a clone of the SM7b after all. It's a clone of a clone of the SM7b. Same capsule apparently. I would have just called it The Ess and Seven Bees, better name. My name is worth $600. Compared to the very high quality (manufacturing) of other UA products, I am surprised they put their name on this rebranded Chinese microphone with dip switches on the back..........there are some minor build differences which are more quality but still. |
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Post by Drew @ UA on Mar 24, 2022 8:20:22 GMT -6
The goal of the standard series is to fill out the mic line and offer something for everyone regardless of experience or budget.
Sphere is the industry leading mic modeler and then there's UA Bock, all analog, handmade in Santa Cruz by David and his team.
Why make a user go to another manufacturer just because of money? This is just smart business.
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Post by phantom on Mar 24, 2022 9:04:32 GMT -6
C'mon, UA has the resources to make an original affordable dynamic mic.
I wouldn't call ripping off Shure and a small company as smart business.
And after all, imo we have enough of these "smart" people in the world already.
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Post by recordingengineer on Mar 24, 2022 10:15:31 GMT -6
How much money is “original affordable dynamic mic” in CA? $1k?
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Post by Johnkenn on Mar 24, 2022 11:15:06 GMT -6
Well, it’s cheaper than the SM7, so I appreciate that. Competition is good for us consumers.
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Post by Martin John Butler on Mar 25, 2022 11:48:03 GMT -6
If I liked it as much or better than the SM7b, then I'd buy one. I'd have to hear for myself first though.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 23, 2022 3:44:39 GMT -6
Drew @ UA Hi Drew, what happened with these? Marketing said coming in the fall if I remember correctly, we've fallen off at this point. Seriously interested in a UA / Bock 167..
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