delboy Posted August 26, 2005 Report Share Posted August 26, 2005 i need a new mic, one thats good for recording vocals, looking to spend around 100 quid, any suggestions??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Gasss Posted August 26, 2005 Report Share Posted August 26, 2005 You could probably afford a low end condensor mic for 100AKG c1000SRode NT1Behringer C1 (30! - I don't know if it's any good though) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MTA Posted August 26, 2005 Report Share Posted August 26, 2005 Try saving a bit more. It isn't worth skimping on the vocal mic, It will cause more problems if it is cheap. If you can get 200 ish It would be much better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Posted August 26, 2005 Report Share Posted August 26, 2005 the shure's are generally regarded as excellent mics and solidly built (cant remember whether its the sm57 or sm58 thats for vocals - ones instrument, one vocals) so if you are using it out and about a good choiceif you are only playing at home it might be a good idea to look at a condensor too (though i cant remember any off the top of my head)David Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martin Posted August 29, 2005 Report Share Posted August 29, 2005 if it's for recording only, I'd definitely buy a condenser mic as they produce far superior results to cardiod mics (even SM58s). Even the sub 100 cheapies! These mics require a bit of TLC though, so would definitely be for home/studio use only. Condenser mics don't like being "held" while in use either. If you want to go for a condenser mic, I'd suggest getting a "bundle" that includes a shock mount microphone holder and a pop-shield as well.Note, most condenser mics have built in pre-amps, which require power. Make sure you can either use batteries with it, or better still, have a mixing desk that produces "Phantom Power". If you're not sure what any of that is, I suggest you do a bit of google homework.I blew my budget on a 100 condenser, to find out afterwards I couldn't use it 'coz my mixing desk didn't have phantom power! If you want a dedicated "phantom power supply", give me a shout. I have one I don't need anymore that I would sell for 15. (save buying a new desk).However, if you want a good all-round mic that you might use for doing gigs or live recording with in the future, I'd be inclined to get a Shure SM58 instead. It will still be ok for recording, but will also take punishment at gigs etc.Marty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IamScrooge Posted August 30, 2005 Report Share Posted August 30, 2005 I recommend you give a few mics a try and see which is best on your voice.Have a look atSennheiser e835, e845 and e865Shure SM58, Beta58, Sm87, Beta57, Beta87Electrovoice ND767CAD C195 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
57vintage Posted August 30, 2005 Report Share Posted August 30, 2005 I have a Shure SM58 and it is excellent for onstage work, both vocal and instrumental miking, although an SM57 is better suited to the latter.I bought a Sennheiser e935 and it is the canine's knackers for stage work and does a good job in the studio too, with no need for phantom power. 109 online from Sounds Live. The SM58 now sits in the case and is used only for back-up, but I know it will be up for the show if called off the bench. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timewaster Posted September 1, 2005 Report Share Posted September 1, 2005 The Chilli peppers recorded Californication with an SM58 on the vocals. So it can be done for studio work... Depends what sound you want. If you are looking for the really detailed sound, as if the person is right there in the room when you put on the track you need a large diaphram condenser - bit more money - although AKG C2000, C3000's are good and not too much. Rode NT1's and NT2's or whatever the newer modules are called are good - but avoid AKG C1000's - they're thin, too bright and shit for vocals. i'd rather use an sm58.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
threeornothing Posted September 1, 2005 Report Share Posted September 1, 2005 The Chilli peppers recorded Californication with an SM58 on the vocals. So it can be done for studio work... Depends what sound you want. If you are looking for the really detailed sound' date=' as if the person is right there in the room when you put on the track you need a large diaphram condenser - bit more money - although AKG C2000, C3000's are good and not too much. Rode NT1's and NT2's or whatever the newer modules are called are good - but avoid AKG C1000's - they're thin, too bright and shit for vocals. i'd rather use an sm58....[/quote']What sorta pres were they using on the 58's though? I mean, you could be plugging a U47 into a behringer pre and it would still sound shit Couldn't agree more on the C1000s....I'd recommend Rode NT1A's....http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Rode-NT1A-Studio-Condenser-Microphone-NEW_W0QQitemZ7347168448QQcategoryZ15198QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem Mines have been relegated to overheads, but they sound great...EDIT...just read it was actually 57's they used on the lead vocals (although the backing vocals were U87's) with a Neve 8038 desk with 1073 EQ and 1176 compressor on the vocals (aswell as guitars)...don't expect this sound from a 57 at home kids.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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