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Forget Shure; THIS is your next XLR mic.

Vocals sound fantastic even on a flat EQ, and a small amount of processing delivers broadcast-level audio.

Earthworks Audio ETHOS XLR |$399 at Amazon

I can’t see why I’d ever stop using the Ethos.

Perfect for:Livestreamers craving a professional sound that can be tweaked to compliment their voice perfectly.

Avoid it if:You don’t have space for an XLR mixer with Phantom power.

The Ethos needs 24-48v at 10mA.

Earthworks Audio Ethos unboxing

I can’t see why I’d ever stop using the Ethos.

Its price point might initially cause concern for newcomers.

Still, I haven’t stopped using it since myEarthworks Audio Ethos review.

The standard silver model is packaged with a custom foam windscreen and a 3/8" screw thread adapter.

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The foam windscreen performed admirably as a pop filter, even when positioning myself only a few inches away.

However, without any processing, the Wave DX does pick up a disappointing amount of noise.

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