Universal Audio SD-1 Review / Test

Today I review the brand new broadcast dynamic microphone from Universal Audio, the SD-1. This mic has a little bit of weight in the bass, the mids are not too forward but offer a clear sound, while the top end is fairly lively for a dynamic. 

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00:00 - Intro / Price / Disclaimer 
00:24 - Setup
00:47 - What’s in the Box
01:07 - Build Quality 
02:06 - Specifications
02:26 - Polar Pattern Test (Tone / Rotation)
02:45 - Plosive Test
02:56 - Distance Test / Proximity Effect Test
03:18 - Background Noise Test 
03:36 - Untreated Room Test
03:57 - Shock Rejection Test
04:16 - Mic Resonance Tap Test
04:32 - Foam Windscreen Test
05:08 - EQ Switch Demo
06:09 - Universal Audio Interface & Plugin Presets 
09:00 -  Intro to Comparison
09:30 - Behringer XM8500 Comparison
09:51 - Shure SM58 Comparison
10:13 - sE Electronics V7 Comparison
10:40 - MXL BCD-1 Comparison
11:07 - Rode Procaster Comparison
11:33 - sE Electronics Dynacaster Comparison
12:06 - Electro Voice RE320 Comparison
13:37 - Shure SM7b Comparison
13:15 - Electro Voice RE20 Comparison
13:48 - Neumann U87 Ai Comparison
14:20 - Music Test
15:49 - Pros & Cons
18:07 - Overall Thoughts
20:43 - Recommendation
22:16 - Outro