Behringer XM8500, Wired Microphone, Cardioid, 20dB, 3000Hz, 1000Hz, 1000mV, 1000nV, 1000pV, 1000Typ, 1000W

I’ve been using the Behringer XM8500 since 2013, and it’s still going strong in 2025. This mic has been through countless wedding interviews and live events, and it continues to deliver clear, rich, and professional audio every time. It’s built like a tank — durable, heavy, and solid in the hand. I’ve dropped it more than once over the years, and it just keeps working flawlessly. The cardioid pickup pattern does a great job rejecting background noise, which makes it perfect for use in busy environments like receptions or church services. While it’s one of the most affordable microphones out there, the sound quality easily competes with much more expensive models. The low handling noise and clean vocal tone make it ideal for both interviews and general event coverage. After more than a decade of use, this mic has proven to be one of the best values in my entire audio kit. If you want something reliable, tough, and great-sounding without breaking the bank, the Behringer XM8500 is a no-brainer.

Well. That was unexpected. I figured twenty bucks it wasn't going to be too expensive a mistake if I hated it. Oh. My. WAY hotter than the SM57 I have to compare it to. Tested on a Behringer mixer, through some Tapco Thumps, this guy sounds very good, and is solidly built. VERY good off-axis noise reduction. This would be a very good mic when using floor wedges in this regard. Tested with a snare drum, kick drum, but with some terrible toms with bad heads on 'em. The snare and kick sound great, the lousy tom heads sounded lousy and loud. But with a well tuned, well cared for tom, I'm betting it will be a nice as well. This would not be very good for putting in between two drums (how I used to mic my rack toms with one mic) as the off axis noise rejection is so good. Rehearsal in two days will tell the tale of the others' opinions of the vocals. Totally unexpected quality for the low low dollars. I'll be buying more. Edit: Three gigs have passed. This thing is solid! I'm using it for my vocals. My vocal mic has always doubled in duty as my overhead for my drum set, as all the noise bounces off my face into the mic, i.e. cymbals, hats, ambient drum noise, etc. This is better for the isolation of my voice from the drums. It's a good mic! $20 well spent! Edit again: More gigs have gone by, ZERO regrets. This is a good mic! I just purchased three more, and I'll be doing some comparisons to make sure they are consistent in quality, output, etc. If I find any anomalies I'll post some more. One thing I should mention, the mic clip it came with works fine, but a tight fit.

As someone who does youtube and twitch, I like to play around with audio and video equipment. This time around I was looking for a good priced handheld dynamic mic that I could use attach a portable recorder and capture audio on location where booming my shotgun or pencil condensor wouldn't be an option. And with my testing, I'm absolutley blown away by the quality of the mic, especially for the price. I gave it a test by using it on my twitch streams for a week, replacing my at2020 for what was initially going to be just for the duration of testing. The audio quality is close to the at2020 at a fifth of the price. It is a bit more muddy compared to the at2020, but for stream and for on-location recording it does extremely well. Along with that, because it is a dynamic mic instead of a condensor like the at2020, it does a better job of rejecting outside noise while streaming. It's now become my main mic for doing twitch streams. I still keep the at2020 for my youtube voice over work as it does sound better, but this mic is a steal for the price. Not only does it sound good, but it is also a very sturdy mic. the entire outer body is a very sturdy metal, and has a nice weight in the hands. Just to note, because it is a dynamic it can be a bit gain hungry. Although it CAN be used with an xlr to 3.5mm cable, you'll want to make sure the port you are plugging into can give enough juice. For me I had to add 30db gain to the interface in windows before getting usable volumes. As always I would recommend using a proper XLR audio interface or recorder to get the benefit of balanced signal to reduce line noise. Of note, this is just the microphone. If you don't already have the rest of the setup, you'll need a cable, a stand (if you plan on not holding the mic the entire time) and preferably and audio interface, mixer, or whatever else you intend to use to capture the audio via XLR. Also would recommend a pop filter for this. Even though it does have a screen that helps mitigate plosives, you'll want something on top of that to really get rid of them.

This dynamic vocal microphone delivers exceptional performance for its price. The sound quality is clear and crisp, with a rich, full-bodied tone that captures every detail of your voice. It’s great at rejecting background noise, which makes it ideal for live performances or recordings in less-than-ideal environments. The build is rugged and durable, designed to withstand the wear and tear of regular use. Overall, it's a solid mic that punches above its weight, providing professional-grade audio without the hefty price tag. Perfect for singers, podcasters, and anyone needing a reliable vocal mic.

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Have been browsing countless sites and reviewing various brands and specifications of microphones, then accidentally stumbled upon this product. Then going through so many reviews and videos all overwhelmingly positive, decided to go ahead and get this mic. There so many excellent reviews about this mic and mine will be lost in the endless response and comments, but I felt that I should give my views. Packing: Ergonomic packing. Solid plastic box with foam coated mic holder and clip. Quality:Did not disappoint. It's built solidly, full metal set up. Built to last considerably longer. Plugged into the Scarlett interface without Phantom power, very pleased to note that it picked very minimal background and white noice. If there are some feeble noice this could be very easily rectified. Voice recording is more prone to low ends, suitable for high pitched vocals. Though it sounds a little darker when one gets closer. An ideal distance 3 to 4 finger lengths will provide that full richness to the voice. The gain has to be set at 2 to 3 o'clock or litte more to get the desired results. Low gain sounds feeble, but could be post processed. To get benefits from proximity effect, using a wind screen or pop filter would be more sensible, it not only blocks plosives but also protects the mic from spits and moisture. It's better not to have a on and off switch. These are prone to wear and tear. Handling noice is little on the higher side when hand held. Use a stand or boom arm. PROS: Fantastic for the price. :Great entry level mic. :Sounds full and warm that will be ideal for many. : Comparable to many higher end mics with a little tweak. CONS: So far None. Overall: A great cheap entry-level product suitable for Home studios, and live programs. You will be very pleased with the purchase. Go ahead.

The audio output quality is satisfactory; however, the product's price point is somewhat elevated. Additionally, the absence of an on/off switch is a notable drawback.