✨SHURE SM7B & 3Dio✨ [Which Do You Prefer?] [Keep Using Both?] [Or Have a Staple?]

Seems like a no brainer, but 3Dio for binaural centric content, and the SM7B for normal RP audios maybe. I personally really enjoy the stereo sounds in your previous audios - while yours were usually not as noticeable as in some other content creators' works, I did enjoy the illusion of having Tea moving around me and whispering in my ears. Ultimately it comes down to you, and what you are comfortable with. Stick with the Shure maybe if you are having trouble recording with the 3Dio - though IMO if used correctly your works would probably benefit from the stereo sounds of the 3Dio, considering a lot of your recordings are supposed to be immersive personal experiences to be experienced, rather than recorded readings of stories.

BC_Animus

Pizza sounds good.

Drinking_Buddy

Use both

Vinny the Stump

I'm a long time fan of the Shure microphones, but I come at that from a music background. They tend to last and the unidirectional mics are great for S/N ratios.

DrTaverner

I would say using the Shure SM7B as a staple, solely on the basis that most of the audios you put out are roleplays where going from ear to ear is not common. For stuff like straight up ASMR like the Ear Exam the 3Dio is best, but I don't think the difference is super noticeable. In conclusion, for the type of content you usually put out the Shure SM7B seems like the best choice.

Alexandre (Zeissenam)

Well I look at it this way you have both they both have different areas that they excell in why not use both?

I personally like both, the Shure for the vocals and the 3Dio for the ASMR. If you're able to keep both around, that'd be awesome!

I'd say the shure is pretty cool

Airwreck

Personally I prefer the Shure, but that’s largely because I prefer your role play audios. I totally get wanting to branch out and do 3Dio style ASMR audio and I enjoy them too, but I’ve got a bias

Richard Hardslab

I would say both but use whatever mic works best for the kind of audio you’ll be recording. If it’s something where ASMR is not quite the aim, then use the Shure. And if there are basic effects of 3Dio you think the Shure can handle then go with the Shure and make editing less of a hassle as much as possible. And if a spine tingling reaction is what you aim in the audio than definitely go for the 3Dio. Either way, your audios always come out fantastic!

IceBear

I think keeping the 3dio as backup or for just special audios that you want stereo on would be a good idea.

Warden D.

I'm of of those that's alllll for binaural audio--especially with close whispers and trigger sounds. Mono audio doesn't give me the tingles at all.

Cody

I don't notice any difference in sound quality with the Shure microphone. I prefer having binaural audio, even when it's not ASMR. The sound of you moving around, even if just slightly, when I am wearing headphones, brings your voice to life. 🎤🎤

AudioFreak

I really think both of those microphones have their uses if you plan to do both ASMR type audios and voice acting type audios then use them both you have the tools at your disposal

AnEmuWinningAWar

If you want to do more ASMR in the future, I'd say keep/use both. but more for their own regions. the 3Dio for ASMR, the shure for any VA stuff and at the end of the day, go with what you're most comfortable with and makes your work the easiest. in other words, I'd like to have a slice of pizza, if there's any left ^^

Arvel

I prefer 3D0 mic but the other one is fine.

Jeremy Knight

I like both, but you bought the second microphone to work more comfortably, so use them two if it's easy for you or use only one, the important thing is that you feel comfortable working.

peanutbutterxxx

After ear exam and debating whether ass'n titties are the best, I've come to conclusion that pineapple pizza is good🍕 But I'd say use Shure for these audio stories that you breath life into. 3dio for close and personal audios like cuddling in sheets/ ear to ear ❤️

Vaulthunter_JB

Both have their applications. I get the frustration of dealing with mics when recording. I think both will gave a place in your recording Arsenal. I personally love both microphones and the sounds they gey but I get wanting to reduce frustrations when recording. I hope both microphones will aid you in your recording process. 🙃 Also pizza sounds good to me right now....

Personally i like the 3Dio because of the tingles and for the effect that situations feels “real”. But both can be good depending on what recording it is🥰

Malin

3Dio is better for kisses, otherwise, both

Honestly maybe because of my hearing but I cant really tell the difference I still get tingles and I still get relaxed with your audios. But I am a pizza man so I voted for that.

Phoenix Brave Hideki

Gun to my head, if I HAD to pick one, the 3Dio. Honestly both are perfect depending on what ever it is you're recording. Best to just use both for whichever effect desired, unless that becomes a hassle setting them up. X Also, now, yes, I do in fact want pizza... damnit I am way too easily influenced.

Savage Dragon

I prefer the 3daudio for the more intimate feeling. There is just something about having your voice right next to my ear

Korrtana

I think both are fine since it can help make content that's either ASMR focused or more role play focused. However if I had to choose I would go with the Shure because I prefer the roleplay side of things. To me the ASMR aspect was kind of secondary to help sell the immersion big the roleplay.

NextDoorAzn

I like the ASMR effect for pretty much every audio I listen to, so the 3Dio provides more of the effect I'm looking/listening for, but the Shure will absolutely work for audios that don't quite need that ASMRish, in person sound. So essentially they'll both work, switch between the two for whatever seems appropriate. Of the two, at least of my immediate first impressions, I'll say I'm favoring the 3Dio. Who knows, time might flip my opinion!

LPPrince

Use both where appropriate. If it's mostly story-driven, stick with the Shure, but I really do like the 3Dio for the intimate tingles.

Mike Taylor

Use both microphones😁👍🏻👌🏻

ET_Gaming18

I haven't had time yet but you maded one mistake eat pizza an option. My personality is about 30% pizza. But on a less serious note I will give you my opinion of which one I liked better because you asked for it. I'll try to keep it short but no promises 🙂 off topic I can't wait to type up my opinion depending on how I feel I might go more in depth but for now I will focus on the task at hand.

Darkai

I think its best to keep both and use them situationally. If you have a script that is more face to face, story-like talking, with no need for side to side talking then the SM7B. And the 3dio would be for a more "personal" and ear play style

Jam Elephant

I vote pizza! But seriously, maybe my ear is not refined enough, but i didn't notice an appreciable difference, so i would say whichever is easier for you to work with. As a listener, i liked how both sounded, so I am good with either.

Tom Wraithwolf Harvey

For pure roleplay stuff mono works, but for me ASMR needs a stereo component, somehow without that I don't get them there tingles. Considering I listen to a lot of your stuff because of the story, those are just as good not being stereo, especially if it simplifies recording on your end

Lukas Pierce

Well, to be consistent with what I said in a previous post, I do believe switching mics depending on the audio theme would be best - 3dio for ear attention/eargasms and stuff like that, and the Shure for the more "story-oriented" audios

Glonthein

Usually when I was listening to audio that did not have any ear play or very little ear play I would set my audio output to mono and change it back to stereo when there was ear play or the sense of direction felt like it was important to the audio experience. Important tidbit is that I really would only bother if I was using an audio as a sleepaid the 3dio always felt like the speaking character was rolling over me to get to the other side of the bed or was trying to talk through my pillow if I was sleeping on my side that night. Each mic has a good purpose but I think the 3dio is one that should be used more as a treat when you want to do ear play or if you would want the listener to focus on a direction or if you want to do clone/two speaker audio. Personally I think you should main the new mic and use the 3dio for a nice little treat. Edit I work at a pizza place so I eat pizza every effing day.

Exl Kaldra

Both for sure. I think switching mics for the kind of effect you want for an audio is a good idea.

Jmann1892

Both are awesome! Unless you try an asmr video with the shure? But I like both! ✌🏽

I listen to your audios when I'm going to sleep. I love sleeping on my side so its impossible for me to use both ears without it hurting shure is what I prefer.

Happypants

I beleive if it's just a roleplay audio in which you wanna tell a certain story the shure should be enough. For Asmr related audios like sleep aids, ear massage, etc. The 3 DIO would be the best bet as stereo audio I feel is more suited to asmr content. Ultimately whatever tou prefer is fine Tea.

Personally, I love tingles so the 3DiO is my preference, but both can be good depending on the type of video you want to push out. Like if you were to do a more tingly like girlfriend whispering into your ears and it's tingly and you go like left and right ear and make it a more ASMR relax, laid back style, for sure. I would love that mix with voice acting. The voice over mic though I think is good for alot of more voice script leaning ones? Take like a Christmas video for example, laughing, hanging out, talking whatever. That'd be good. I'm sure you know all that though, so to clearly answer the question my style preference is the 3dio.

so, i love both, and if youre wanting to do binaural content, the 3dio is going to be king, so i rec keeping both handy. personally i have Rode mics and a 3dio, so i like the route youve gone with todays audios

Christopher Haist

I'll have a pepperoni pizza topped with olives and mushrooms! But seriously, I'll listen to your works be it made with the shure or 3dio. I say leave it to your preference, or which you find best for the content you're making at the time!

Res

I think their both great but I personally like the 3dio better

Caesar

I want pizza ngl

Use both! Use both at once!

Andrew Long

I like both a lot and I also like pizza

Deadpool69

Feels like it depends on the content being made. voice acting = shure Sound effects =3Dio Personally, I lean towards voice acting soooo........ ...... oh, and I always want pizza. That’s just a silly question.

Thor Odinson

Using both for different kinds of audios would be pretty cool

Jameskelly

Personally I do prefer the 3Dio...but at the same time I can respect and understand your decision for the change and say that you do you but I myself wouldn't mind it if you used both

Midge

Both have their merits and purpose.

J.T. Packer

I liked the shure for sure... (had to do it, sorry) but I think 3dio gives a bit more inmersion to the audio. I understand that it's a pain in the butt to record with it, so I'm willing to settle for the new mic :D

Gnot

Both. Kinda depends on what the audio you're doing is. Some would pair better with the Shure and others with the 3dio.

Meadiocracy

Tea, truth told, use which ever mic makes you happy... As long as you share your beautiful voice, I'm happy. But, pizza never hurts either! 😁🤗

Bear

I wanna eat pizza

I personally prefer the Shure, but I can understand why some would enjoy the 3Dio.

Mateo Johnson

I'm in it for the roleplay and story, so a better audio mic is my preference.

I'm down for whatever is easier for you to make content with. I have no preference.

Elijah King

Both

June