Fifine K688 & AM8 Updates - Small Changes, BIG Improvements!

Fifine quietly upgraded two of their most popular microphones: the K688 and the AM8. In this video, I break down the Fifine K688 update that moves the capsule position back for better plosive control and reduced proximity effect. I also look at the Fifine AM8 upgrade, which fixes the loose yoke mount knobs so your mic finally stays in place. If you’re shopping for a budget podcast mic, this comparison shows exactly what changed in the new K688 vs old, and why the AM8 yoke knob fix makes a huge difference. Perfect for anyone looking for the best USB/XLR dynamic microphone under $100. Timecodes: 0:00 Intro 0:39 Fifine K688 2:21 Fifine AM8 4:28 Final Thoughts and Recap 4:53 Outro Buy these mics with my affiliate links: Fifine AM8 $56.99 - https://amzn.to/4eCIgWv Fifine K688 $74.99 - https://amzn.to/4lhVuKQ Affiliate Links to some of my favorite gear: MICROPHONES: The best (In my opinion) budget mic - FIFINE K669D XLR Dynamic Microphone - https://amzn.to/4l6V8Hf Fifine Tank 1 - https://amzn.to/3GaMrMg Fifine Tank 3 - https://amzn.to/43ZzMVL SE 4100 Large Diaphragm Condesner Mic - https://amzn.to/4lcffUq Shure SM7B Dynamic Microphone - https://amzn.to/41TKMD5 Sennheiser e835 handheld mic - https://amzn.to/4ngVufc Rode NT3 Medium-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone - https://amzn.to/45E0LHG AUDIO INTERFACES OR MIXERS: Focusrite Vocaster Two - https://amzn.to/3QTdiOR Focusrite Vocaster One - https://amzn.to/4iROUcK Rodecaster DUO - https://amzn.to/4ldug7E Fifine SC3 Audio Mixer - https://amzn.to/3ZGtGab Maono G1 Neo Audio Mixer - https://amzn.to/4lkkl02 MY STUDIO LIGHTS: RALENO 19.5W LED Video Soft Light Panel - https://amzn.to/4j6XljT MY BOOM ARMS: Absolutely LOVE this boom arm - Neewer Low Profile Mic Arm - https://amzn.to/4hSdUiN Fifine BM88 Boom Arm - https://amzn.to/4kV3eSA InnoGear Overhead Mic Boom Arm - To mount phones to for main cam shot and overhead shots - https://amzn.to/4lc3Jbz ACCESSORIES: SMALLRIG Adjustable Friction Power Articulating Magic Arm - https://amzn.to/41R3MSA Phone Holder/Vertical and Horizontal Tripod Mount - https://amzn.to/4lamxrz Fstop Labs Acoustic Foam Panels, 12 Pack - https://amzn.to/4jh5IK1 CAMERAS: OBSBOT Tiny 2 Lite 4K Webcam - https://amzn.to/3QTCRzh HEADPHONES: Sennheiser HD 560 S Open back Over-ear Headphones - https://amzn.to/4cc0FIp Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro 250ohm Over-Ear Studio Headphones - https://amzn.to/4l6cL9q RØDE NTH-100 Professional Over-ear Headphones - https://amzn.to/3XFR3Qa Social media links 👇 🌟YouTube Clay Alan Review https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpC45WDd2QiAx5ulYjg1xkg 🌟YouTube Clay Alan Raw https://youtube.com/@ClayAlanRaw?si=bhTHmZTEFlA2Gg55 👀Facebook The Clay Alan Chronicles https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558571981488&mibextid=LQQJ4d 👀Facebook The Clay Alan Review https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567027695438&mibextid=LQQJ4d Filming and Editing Equipment I use 👇 Main camera: iPhone 13 Pro Secondary camera’s: iPhone 16 Pro Max, OBSBOT Tiny 2 Lite Recorded using: OBS, and or Prism Live Studio OBS - https://obsproject.com Prism Live Studio - https://prismlive.com/ Edit with: ‼️Final Cut Pro and Davinci Resolve 19 Studio‼️ My absolute favorite source for royalty free music, stock footage, sound effects and more! Artlist Artlist.io Contact me: Email: clayalan29@gmail.com #Fifine, #K688, #AM8, #PodcastMic, #MicComparison, #DynamicMicrophone, #PlosiveControl, #USBMic, #XLRMic, #MicUpgrade #podcastage #Dark Corner Studios #Level Up with Mike Newman #Back to the Retro Review