I've had a look around and i can' find any threads of a similar topic to suit my needs. Apologies if i have missed them and would be grateful for a gentle prod and nod in the general direction!
The time has arrived for me to purchase a microphone (or 3). I've been saving for sometime now and there are a few requirements I have. I was wondering if you nice folk could give me a few suggestions!
First off i'm going to buy a Dynamic Microphone. I'm pretty Sure (haha) i want a Sure SM58 or 57. This would be used as a general dogsbody microphone, quick guide vocals to see if they fit in a song, recording my electric guitar etc etc. I was thinking the SM58
Secondly i would like a condenser (maybe two) microphone. I'm thinking about getting two so i can play with stereo acoustic recordings, or guitar and vocals at the same time etc etc. For this i was playing with the idea of a Rode NT1A Stereo pair. Your thoughts?
Lastly. I have current a Edirol UA-25 which has 2 XLR inputs. i'm contemplating adding a small USB mixing desk to my studio set up (8 inputs-ish). So i have more control over levels and such. Any you recommend?
My Budget:
Dynamic Mic - £80/£100
Condenser Mic [with mic stand & accessories] - £500
USB Mixer - £200
Thank you muchly and i appreciate any advice given!
Which Microphone?
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- Banned
- 487 posts since 14 Nov, 2006
The SM57 is a workhorse, great for electric guitar, snare and fine for a guidevocal mic.
For low budget condensors that rock, check the Sampson C02's. You can get a pair with shock mounts for $120. Don't let the price fool you, they are amazing. I've used them on string sections, acoustic guitar, drums, etc., all with excellent results. IMHO they are as good as the Shure SM81 at a fraction of the price.
The savings there can be appied to a decent LDC. My recommendation would be a Studio Projects C1 or B1, or a Rode NTK.
For low budget condensors that rock, check the Sampson C02's. You can get a pair with shock mounts for $120. Don't let the price fool you, they are amazing. I've used them on string sections, acoustic guitar, drums, etc., all with excellent results. IMHO they are as good as the Shure SM81 at a fraction of the price.
The savings there can be appied to a decent LDC. My recommendation would be a Studio Projects C1 or B1, or a Rode NTK.