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Jakeman1086 · 22nd November 2009

I know that in audio engineering, room acoustics are far more important than equipment. Currently, I record and mix in an approx. 335 sq. ft. room with ideal dimensions, using a modest 8 bass traps situated in close proximity to my mixing position.

My mixes are much better than they used to be. Much more accurate and sound great on all systems. I still have some trouble nailing the low-mids and bass, and I intend to make more bass traps, but my question in this post is:

I have 1 mic currently - the very low budget MXL 67G. Would I be better off investing in room acoustics or first buying some decent alternative mics (from oktavamod for cheap)? I have no other experience with mics but it sure seems the MXL 67G makes my vocals sound like mud.

Your thoughts?

22nd November 2009	#1
Jakeman1086 Gear maniac Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 179 Thread Starter	equipment or more room treatment? I know that in audio engineering, room acoustics are far more important than equipment. Currently, I record and mix in an approx. 335 sq. ft. room with ideal dimensions, using a modest 8 bass traps situated in close proximity to my mixing position. My mixes are much better than they used to be. Much more accurate and sound great on all systems. I still have some trouble nailing the low-mids and bass, and I intend to make more bass traps, but my question in this post is: I have 1 mic currently - the very low budget MXL 67G. Would I be better off investing in room acoustics or first buying some decent alternative mics (from oktavamod for cheap)? I have no other experience with mics but it sure seems the MXL 67G makes my vocals sound like mud. Your thoughts?