Stellar X2 Large Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser XLR Microphone

Amazing sound on a budget!!

The media could not be loaded. I am an content creator and this microphone fits my needs and wants but more importantly exceeds my expectations. The Tz Stellar 2 has amazing build quality, it has weight to it and most important the audio produces such a clean crisp sound for vocals and is perfectly balanced. Just a heads up though you can not just plug this microphone into your computer, this microphone needs to have an audio interface with 48v of phantom power and a xlr cable male and female (not included) to power the microphone. I would recommend the Stellar X2 Microphone if you are a content creator, streamer, singer, musical artist, or anyone who want's a step up from a usb microphone and want's a higher quality microphone!

EDIT: I just received an email from TZ audio informing me that there are already counterfeit products on the market! the counterfeit distributor is Yongda Fai and is selling the product or $159. The genuine product is listed at $199 is available on Amazon prime and it shipped from the US. The counterfeit is shipped from China. BEWARE OF WHAT YOU ARE BUYING!!! I have no idea what the fakers are putting on the inside of these microphones but how would you know? The only way to be sure is to buy the genuine TZ product.Previously…I'm a semi-professional musician, but rank amateur when it comes to recording. I've been doing recordings for demonstrations, but wanted something good, but even balked at the idea of spending over $200 for a good mike. I'd thought about buying one of the Rode NT variations. But it just didn't seem worth it. I saw an incredible X2 review on YouTube and thought, for the price I'd take a chance. I got my Stellar X2 yesterday after 3 months of waiting. I have had a "similar" mic, an AKG P420 for some time. The AKG was got very good reviews and I'd been pretty happy with it.... until now. I put the AKG and Stellar X2 on the same stand to record simultaneously for comparison.The X2 is smaller than I expected and weighs 315 grams while the AKG weights over 500 grams. But the X2 is solid. It comes with a shock mount a nice case and a zipper case for accessories. One "accessory" not mentioned is that in the shock mount is an adapter for mic stand-to-3/8" screw mount. My smaller stand has the 3/8" so it was helpful (though I've already purchased adapters).I did a couple quick recordings in my living room. Nothing special, but recorded both mics simultaneously, side-by-side (see photo). At first I was taken aback by how crisp the X2 was. I'd never experienced a recorded sound like that. My first recording was the AKG in the left channel and X2 in the right. Flipping the pan back and forth I began to hear a low level "rumble" in the AKG that I'd never paid attention to before. But when I panned to the X2...dead quiet when no voice or guitar was being playd. I'd attributed the AKG's noise to ambient noise in my home, which it very well could be. But the X2 picked up none of that (if that is the case). Perhaps I just didn't recogize the noise in the AKG as "self noise". I don't know. But there is a remarkable difference with the X2. Is it like a Neumann U87? I have no idea as I've never even seen a Neumann, but relied on the reviews to take a chance on the X2.Again, I have no idea how the X2 actually stacks up against a Neumann, but if you're just getting into recording and want a good quality mic without breaking the bank, this might be the one for you. I may have to buy a second when my cash reserves recover (will probably have to sell my AKG now :0 ).

The media could not be loaded. Picked up this microphone as an addition for my podcasting/voice over studio. For the amount it seemed liked a great deal. And honestly too good to be true. Once i received the microphone I was amazed at how sturdy this thing is. It came with a foam windscreen, shock mount, carrying case, pouch, and a 3/8 adapter screw. Once hooked up it exceeded my expectations. It has a flat curve and is very neutral in voice recordings. It is a condenser microphone, so SOME noise management will be needed. Personally, I use it in an untreaded podcast and YouTube recording room, and there is no background noise heard.The only downside I have is with the shock mount. I feel you should invest in a decent shock mount if you are worried about the weight.Other than that.. this is an easy purchase to make.. And I recommended it to everyone looking for a well priced microphone!

Outstanding!

For anyone with a home studio in an untreated room, with a reasonable audio interface (like a Scarlet or M Audio), decent headphones and gear but nothing over the top (like $50 headphones and gear like an MPC One), I must say this mic surprised me.After reading the mixed reviews about how awesome the Stellar X2 is and others saying it's not as awesome (no where near a Neumann or more like a Rhodes etc) and tends to be just average, I was left confused.My previous mics were a Samson C01 and Blue Ember. And this mic is way better than these in my home studio hands down. All I wanted was a new mic that clearly improved or upgraded me another level. And this mic did that. It's a much improved sound and I am totally satisfied (so it's not a RIP off or waste of money here).I have no idea why there is so many mixed reviews online and YouTube. Perhaps this $200 mic is comparable to any other $200 mic so I am just hearing an improvement because my previous mics were in the $100 range. Regardless, at least for me the Stellar X2 is well worth the price. Very struck by the build quality and sound quality.A key improvement to note too is I noticed I do not have to crank up my audio interface gain as much on this mic and so the noise level is substantially less. I also get a more rich or thick overall sound.If your not an audiophile focused on specs and in a real world home studio environment try this mic you will be quite pleased. Will be keeping this gear for sure.Update: I had to return the mic. I realized only now that if you are recording at home in an untreated room (meaning no sound proofing) then a condensor mic is not the way to go. A dynamic mic like the SM58 is better. It took me quite some time to realize this. Condensor picks up the tiniest sound because its so sensitive and so an untreated room does not really work well. Also the Stellar is prone to being syllabant (my S sounded like a lisp). Hope this helps.

The media could not be loaded. The tz stellar x2 has improved my VoiceOver sound quality for my videos. Recommend this to anyone who needs top end quality for their audios.