Why This £18 Microphone Sounds Like a £300 One

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[Hello Sailor Effects](https://hellosailoreffects.com/) They said it couldn't be done, but I just turned an £18 Chinese U87 clone into a killer studio microphone using boutique mic components! • **Tools with affiliate links: Below are affiliate links, meaning, at no cost to you, I will earn commission if you click through and make a purchase: ** • Soldering Iron: https://amzn.to/3Z27BBT • Solder: https://amzn.to/4fWwVQt • Snips: https://amzn.to/3CDFSQm • Solder matt: https://amzn.to/492cAHl • Solder dispenser: https://amzn.to/4i1ZVs2 • Solder tip: https://amzn.to/3Olpkis • Tip cleaner: https://amzn.to/3YXeoNa • The drill bit in the world?: https://amzn.to/3CEvSpW • Chrome pen for signing pedals: https://amzn.to/3ZrFqxH • *Tools with NO affiliate link* • Pedal Sockets: [Pepers Pedals](https://peperspedals.bigcartel.com/cart) • *Support Hello Sailor:* • [Merch Shop](https://www.redbubble.com/people/Hell...) • In this episode, I dive into the world of mic modding by transforming a cheap U87 clone into a high-end, professional-grade microphone. Watch as I completely gut this budget mic's original circuitry and replace it with a top-tier mic circuit and power board loaded with high-quality, boutique components. This isn't just any mod mic project—I'm also upgrading the microphone with a premium large diaphragm condenser capsule to give it that signature, high-fidelity sound. • Curious about the results? This Chinese U87 mod turns a basic clone into an outstanding microphone that rivals expensive studio mics. If you're into microphone mods or just want to see how far a cheap U87 clone can go, this video is a must-watch for recording enthusiasts and audio engineers alike. See how this modded large diaphragm condenser mic performs and why it's an amazing alternative for those seeking a budget-friendly yet professional sound. • Don't miss the dramatic transformation of this cheap U87 clone mod and learn how you can apply similar techniques to your own microphone projects! • Thank you for watching and supporting the channel! If you enjoyed the video, please like, share, and subscribe for more DIY pedal mods! • Timecodes • 0:00 - Cheap Chinese Clone • 1:00 - What do I need? • 3:06 - Power filter • 3:16 - Disaster strikes! • 3:42 - Back to the board • 5:41 - Main PCB • 8:20 - Dismantling the mic • 10:25 - How small is THAT! • 11:25 - Removing the PCB • 12:45 - Re assemble • 14:52 - It wont fit! • 17:54 - Size comparison • 18:31 - It STILL wont fit! • 18:45 - Did I compromise? • 19:20 - Sound test • 19:59 - Cheap Chinese clone • 20:02 - Modified version • 20:07 - Sontronics STC-2 • 20:11 - Cheap Chinese clone • 20:23 - Modified version • 20:39 - Sontronics STC-2

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