Which mic to add to my existing collection?

dickiefunk · 19th May 2007, 09:01 AM

Hi. I'm looking for a new mic to add to my existing collection for recording vocals. I currently have a Rode NT1a and Studio Projects B1. I would like the mike to be a compliment to my existing mics. My budget is $300. Please feel free to suggest any other mics that might be a better option than the ones I've listed.

IzovAge · 19th May 2007, 04:13 PM

save more and get this you won't regret it
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SK1 · 19th May 2007, 04:38 PM

SM7.

What pre are you working with ??

Yetti · 19th May 2007, 04:44 PM

Sen 421

dickiefunk · 19th May 2007, 04:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SK1

What pre are you working with ??

I have the Studio Projects VTB1 and I'm getting a DMP3. I also have the pres in my Soundcraft M8. I might be getting rid of the M8 which is why I'm gonna get the DMP3 for stereo recordings. I'm also thinking of getting a Joe Meek later this year for another colour?

minus-sounds.com · 19th May 2007, 04:57 PM

You have two condensers. You need varity, not another condenser.
You should get a large dynamic like the Shure SM7 or Senn 421 and a ribbon like RB100 or RB700 (like cascade Fathead) from Thomann.
NO, get two ribbons for later stereo recording.
Good luck.

MasterTrax · 19th May 2007, 06:35 PM

This is what I'd do, starting where you are now...

1) sell the rodent
2) replace it with a V69

You'll have some left over from your orignal $300.00 budget. Save a little more, then:

3) get a sennheiser MD421
4) get another B1 to make a pair

Or, instead of the 421, you might try an e609 or even an sm57. I like the e609 slightly better than the 57.

dickiefunk · 19th May 2007, 11:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MasterTrax

This is what I'd do, starting where you are now...

1) sell the rodent
2) replace it with a V69

You'll have some left over from your orignal $300.00 budget. Save a little more, then:

3) get a sennheiser MD421
4) get another B1 to make a pair

Or, instead of the 421, you might try an e609 or even an sm57. I like the e609 slightly better than the 57.

I never considered selling the Rode before but it's got me thinking! I have found the NT1a and B1 similar sounding with the B1 a little more body to the sound. I could sell the NT1a and get a better mic but now I'm also thinking Rode K2?

camerondye · 19th May 2007, 11:47 PM

The SM7b is a great mic for vocals. I really like my SM81's also. They are amazing for acoustic guitar, great for overheads, hi-hat and probably some other stuff. Good luck with your search...
cameron

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19th May 2007, 09:01 AM	#1
dickiefunk Lives for gear Join Date: Sep 2006 Posts: 541	Which mic to add to my existing collection? Hi. I'm looking for a new mic to add to my existing collection for recording vocals. I currently have a Rode NT1a and Studio Projects B1. I would like the mike to be a compliment to my existing mics. My budget is $300. Please feel free to suggest any other mics that might be a better option than the ones I've listed. __________________ Echo Layla 3G, SM Pro Audio M Patch 2 ART MPA Gold, M-Audio Tampa, M-Audio DMP3, Yamaha MLA-7 Oktava MK-319, Rode NT1a, MXL v67g, Studio Projects B1, T.Bone RM700 Tannoy Reveal 8D's Carillon Core 2 Duo 2.4 gHz Audio PC, Cubase SX 3.1

19th May 2007, 04:44 PM	#4
Yetti Lives for gear Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 823	Sen 421 __________________ Yetti-

19th May 2007, 04:57 PM	#6
minus-sounds.com Gear addict Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Athens, Greece Posts: 466	You have two condensers. You need varity, not another condenser. You should get a large dynamic like the Shure SM7 or Senn 421 and a ribbon like RB100 or RB700 (like cascade Fathead) from Thomann. NO, get two ribbons for later stereo recording. Good luck. __________________ ioanni www.ambrosia.gr www.myspace.com/ambrosiagr

19th May 2007, 04:13 PM	#2
IzovAge Gear nut Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: So.Cal Posts: 134	save more and get this you won't regret it OktavaMod - Shop

19th May 2007, 04:38 PM	#3
SK1 Lives for gear Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 899	SM7. What pre are you working with ??

19th May 2007, 06:35 PM	#7
MasterTrax Gear nut Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 78	This is what I'd do, starting where you are now... 1) sell the rodent 2) replace it with a V69 You'll have some left over from your orignal $300.00 budget. Save a little more, then: 3) get a sennheiser MD421 4) get another B1 to make a pair Or, instead of the 421, you might try an e609 or even an sm57. I like the e609 slightly better than the 57.

19th May 2007, 11:47 PM	#9
camerondye Lives for gear Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Durham, NC Posts: 694	The SM7b is a great mic for vocals. I really like my SM81's also. They are amazing for acoustic guitar, great for overheads, hi-hat and probably some other stuff. Good luck with your search... cameron

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