Electro-Voice RE320 Review
Cardioid Dynamic Broadcast & instrument Microphone
Introduction
In this article, we delve into a detailed analysis of 7,351 user reviews from various languages worldwide to examine the Electro-Voice RE320. This analysis is performed by the RR artificial intelligence and updated daily with newly submitted reviews. The RR AI utilizes a complex algorithm to first scrutinize user reviews for credibility, filtering out unreliable ones. It then proceeds to dissect and evaluate the valuable insights within these reviews, providing users with ratings regarding the features of this product. Based on these assessments, users can make informed decisions about whether this product is suitable for them or not.
Ratings Based on Features
These results are a summary of user reviews of the Electro-Voice RE320. For example, 88% of 228 users who have commented on the Quality of material of the Electro-Voice RE320 have given positive feedback.
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All-Around Performer - Quality Dynamic Mic for Many Applications
Electro-Voice RE320 Cardioid Dynamic Broadcast & instrument Microphone
Reviewed by ADAM LANSKY on Guitar Center
I recently had the opportunity to experiment with the Electro-Voice RE320 & am impressed by its flexibility. This dynamic mic is an all-around performer that can be used on a wide variety of sound sources with good results. It has a fast transient response for a dynamic mic & can be used in almost any genre of music, audio broadcast system, or live performance. While I had time to work with this mic, I put it to use in many situations. The RE320 was used as a vocal mic in a national poetry competition here in Little Rock hosted by the Arkansas Arts Council. The RE320 has a memorable appearance & was loved by all performers at the poetry competition for it's unique look & sound -- they had never used such a classy mic at a competition before. The RE320 is housed in an intimidating metal casing reminiscent of Darth Vader's wardrobe & looks/feels like it could take a serious beating. Poets loved how their voices sounded & took note of the mic for sure. I used the RE320 on saxophone in a live concert setting with local 21st century jazz band Foliage. The sax player has always used an SM58 because that's mostly what is available & he uses what's in the clubs. We set up the RE320 & he was very excited to try something new. We were all surprised by the beefy sound & ease of implementation in the live setting. The RE320 puts out a significantly hotter signal than a typical dynamic mic but did not create any feedback problems. The sax player found it much easier to play with & appreciated the high-frequency clarity that he never hears with the club's standard mics. On kick drums, the midrange attenuator switch is well-designed & helps duck out unwanted boxy frequencies that are otherwise unflattering. Placed outside the kick right on the beater, the RE320 provides necessary attack & rounded bottom-end that contributes to a kick-in-the-throat sound I seek. I combined this mic with a KSM32 on the exterior front of the kick drum for a vintage jazzy tone while recording with Foliage. On rack tom & floor toms the RE320 provides a solid sound that is not hyped. This mic has an impressive dynamic range & with proper compression, an engineer can easily achieve the punchy tone we all listen for. The RE320's low end is tight & the microphone is responsive & detailed across all frequencies with the high end naturally rolling off above 15kHz. Even with high gain, there is really no self-noise to speak of & this is a good sign of a high-quality design. I believe this mic would also pair quite well with electric guitar as a classier alternative to the status-quo SM57 as well as brass instruments like trumpet & trombone. Stick it in front of a bass cab & grab that low end without losing the articulation of picking style. This microphone is an excellent dynamic transducer & anyone that needs an all-around performer will benefit greatly by putting one in your collection. ... More
Love the mic, boom arm is just okay
Electro-Voice RE320 Broadcast Announcer Microphone Kit
Reviewed by David on B&H Photo Video
Needed a package to get started with recording, didnt want the flagship microphone from ElectroVoice so I chose the RE320. Heres the pros, everything out of the box to get you going however with a few issues. First the XLR line is completely built into the arm assembly, so dont think about upgrading the XLR line or replacing it if need be, only choice would be to strap another one to the outside of the hosing but not sure if the arm could take more weight. 2nd is the shock mount, really really not strong enough for the RE320, the mic immediately weighs the shock mount down to its lowest point, and with a windscreen foam cover on the mic it touches the arm of the housing. Now for the boom arm, its is under heavy heavy want to be use, the arm just cant handle the weight, and its extension shaft that is mounted to the desktop tilts under the weight. So much that for good measure I placed larger pieces of wood to distribute the weight under the mount since the edge of my desk wasnt responding nicely to the amount of force. Overall I gave this 4 stars for the money, it works, doesnt work great and maybe in the future Ill upgrade. Piece of advice for the manufacture is to upgrade the plastic bushing in the base for the extension so it doesnt flex and bend. Get the mic if you want to start with better arm purchase something else. ... More
Electro-Voice RE320 Dynamic Mic.
Electro-Voice RE320 Cardioid Dynamic Microphone
Reviewed by Ian B. on Reverb
If you're familiar with the RE20, the external shell is the only similarity. This mic is hotter, more "hi fi" with more extension, crisper detail and the kick setting is great! I still prefer an Audix D6 for a "set it, forget it" kick sound but it works to get "oomph" when used on the outside of the kick. As a vocal mic, it's better than I expected. It's lineage and design is that of a "broadcast" mic, so voice is its forte and it excels! I did a scratch vocal with an artist, intending on using an expensive tube mic for the final vocal. He and I were both floored at the balance, articulation and perfect crispness of consonant sounds with no need for de-essing. Guitar amps are also a GREAT use of this mic. Blended with a ribbon mic, you'll get a ballsy, growly and crisp guitar tone, clean or distorted. This mic is more than worth it's retail price but if you can grab one used, don't hesitate. ... More
Excellent voice mic for the money
Electro-Voice RE320 Cardioid Dynamic Microphone
Reviewed by Stephen B. on Reverb
In an endless battle with performers who don't know how to use microphones, I was in search of something that was idiot proof and this is as close as it gets to such a thing. I was tired of trying to compensate for ever-changing tonal qualities of people who insist on eating the mic or being way off of it, so the Variable-D design is like a miracle for this purpose. It won't compensate for people who hang onto the mic though. When used properly, it is crisp and clean sounding. I just wish it had better low end like the RE20 and of course, wish it was made in the U.S. Still, I got two of these used for less than the price of one new RE20. ... More
Great Sound Right Out of the Box
Electro-Voice RE320 Cardioid Dynamic Microphone
Reviewed by Mi A. on Reverb
This mic has many advantages. It has a great input signal which helps a lot and can eliminate the need for a Cloud Lifter. I since upgraded to the RE20 but aim to get another RE320 soon. It has a lot of clarity and a little more top end than the RE20. I bought it for podcasting and voice-over, but it turned out to be a great microphone for electric guitar. I own a couple of Shure SM57, Sennheiser e609, Heil PR20 mics, and the RE320 compares very favorably with them. It has a great broadcast sound for recording voice. You cannot go wrong with this microphone. ... More
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Electro-Voice RE320 Broadcast Announcer Microphone Kit
Reviewed by Michael on B&H Photo Video
Recently decided to upgrade my podcast gear from an ATR 2100 (which is a great mic for the price) to the EV RE320. This thing is build like a tank. The internal pop filters seem to work quite well and overall I'm pleased with the sound quality. Plus because it is a bit more sensitive I did not need a cloudlifter to boost the gain.
The RE20's little brother is well-worth buying!
Electro-Voice RE320 Cardioid Dynamic Microphone
Reviewed by Alan C. on Reverb
Yes, the RE20 is legendary, but the 320 is superb in its own way. It fits my voice perfectly (the bass overtones in my voice sound boomy on the RE20). But, don't believe for a second that it does not exhibit a proximity effect (regardless of what the manufacturer says). It is definitely there, and can be used to your advantage. A wind sock or pop filter is recommended...and so is the mic!
Great Mic.
Electro-Voice RE320 Cardioid Dynamic Microphone
Reviewed by Hector A. on Reverb
If you are looking for a great quality mic without going broke or spending $400 this is a great choice. It has beautiful midrange tones that keep it quiet and clear for your daily podcast use or either voiceovers.
Classic EV sound at a good price
Electro-Voice RE320 Variable-D Dynamic Vocal and Instrument Microphone
Reviewed by Ivan on B&H Photo Video
Classic EV sound with a crisp high end suitable for pop vocals, but a good all around mic. I've been using this mic on vocalists during jam sessions and for live mixes this mic really cuts through the mix with ease. Even without a killer pre-amp, the sound this mic picks up is incredible.
Nice mic. Using it for vocals.
Electro-Voice RE320 Cardioid Dynamic Microphone
Reviewed by Marshall H. on Reverb
The RE-320 is listed here on Reverb as a Kick Drum mic, but I read a ton of reviews, listened to many samples, and compared it to other mics, both condensers and dynamic mics, looking for something for vocals and voiceovers. I'm relatively pleased with the sound I get from it. It's a monster, big and heavy but I think the quality it delivers is worth it.
EXCELLENT MIC
Electro-Voice RE320 Cardioid Dynamic Microphone
Reviewed by Enrico C. on Reverb
This is a wonderful mic, awesome for podcasting (rivals the Shure SM7B - and I personally like this mic better!) or anything where narration and speech is prominent. Also this is a great mic for experimenting with your mic techniques recording BASS amps, GTR amps or Kick Drums. Nicely bold and warm, yet punchy, it's a great mic to have in your arsenal.
A pure, true soung
Electro-Voice RE320 Broadcast Announcer Microphone Kit
Reviewed by Paul on B&H Photo Video
This mic seems to pick up a true sound from the room. It allows you to tweak a lot in the mixer settings but is very helpful to have such a pure version of the audio to work with at the start. I is a sizable piece of equipment so my desktop stand had to be sturdy but again, a great option for picking up the pure audio.
Arman
Electro-Voice RE320 Variable-D Dynamic Vocal and Instrument Microphone
Reviewed on B&H Photo Video
In the few weeks that I have this microphone. Amazing sound cleaning and clear. I use this with Focus right interface and add the Art preamp tube. That I bought from B&H. With this combination is has given me powerful recordings
shadebull
Electro-Voice RE320 Cardioid Dynamic Broadcast & instrument Microphone
Reviewed by wade hoage on Guitar Center
Howdy from Austin Texas. This is the best product on the market for broadcast, vocals or mid to low frequency instruments ever made at any price. Just buy this treasure and discover the hidden world of non 48 volt powered sonic excellence. This guy has changed the way I view the front end process. Wade
Amazing
Electro-Voice RE320 Cardioid Dynamic Microphone
Reviewed by Matt C. on Reverb
This mic is incredible. I was in between this and an SM7b and after some head to heads I'm glad I went with this one. Its much clearer and doesn't sound overly compressed like the Shure does.
Love it!
Electro-Voice RE320 Cardioid Dynamic Microphone
Reviewed by Jon L. on Reverb
Got it at a steal for its condition. Sounds amazing. I use it for recording my bass amp, kick drum, horns, vocals, guitar amps. I like to think of it as a souped up 57 on steroids! Yes, I meant to say souped up AND on steroids!
Versatile mic
Electro-Voice RE320 Cardioid Dynamic Microphone
Reviewed by Jordan F. on Reverb
Gives low end definition and evens out the 57 on my guitar cab, great for voice as well, works on a kick great or bass cab. Very versatile like a 57 but different character so welcome addition to the mic locker
Very good product
Electro-Voice RE320 Variable-D Dynamic Vocal and Instrument Microphone
Reviewed by Jampro on B&H Photo Video
Used this product for voice over recording Of Radio stations and live . Good design , options to adjust directions Of Mic , excllent quialty . Some Bass Voice when used with it is not comfortable
Amateur Radio Never Sounded So Good
Electro-Voice RE320 Broadcast Announcer Microphone Kit
Reviewed by Bryne on B&H Photo Video
I get unsolicited great audio reports every day. The combination of boom, microphone, and shock mount together are a very affordable package compared to similar offerings from amateur radio manufacturers. This bundle is a steal!
Great product
Electro-Voice RE320 Variable-D Dynamic Vocal and Instrument Microphone
Reviewed on B&H Photo Video
I use the RE-320 with my amateur radio equipment. The audio quality is excellent.
