Need inexpensive vocal mic

kent · #1 09-28-2002, 06:05 AM

I know the term "inexpensive" is relative, but I just need a good large diaphragm vocal mic for recording demos at home. I really don't want to spend over $200 and if I can get something for even less that would be great. I've been using an old AKG condenser mic that is really designed for live use and it just takes forever to get the gain set right. I need something that has a little more air and that I can scream into without standing four feet away. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

Kent

track7 · #2 09-28-2002, 11:01 AM

RODE NT1 all the way!!!! Relativly inexpensive and a killer mic for vocals and acoustic stuff. If you have a biot more cash the NT2 is even sweeter with variable patern. But either one will make your recordings sound great

bduersch · #3 09-29-2002, 09:17 PM

I use a Nady SCM900 condenser mic through an ART Tube MP preamp. You could probably get the pair for about $175 new. Also works great for recording acoustic guitars!

--B

rlintz · #4 09-30-2002, 01:57 PM

Check out the Octava MK319. Sold by the big music chains. I have two of their small diaphragm condensors and they sound great. Pretty cheap too. Make sure you try before you buy though or buy with a 30-day return policy though as I've heard their QC is not totally effective.

Randy

ardell henderson · #5 10-09-2002, 12:45 PM

I'll 2nd the Rode NT1 - bought used for $125 & it's great!

Also, I run it through a tube preamp system before it goes to bytes - definitely a great combo....

RSVampire · #6 10-09-2002, 11:22 PM

Shure SM-57 for 79.99!! Great mic (now that we got the problem fixed) just make sure you use an XLR cable to an XLR input and not an XLR into a 1/4 inch cable. veeeeery bad idea.

JESTER700 · #7 10-10-2002, 09:57 AM

A 57 IS a great mic and everyone should really have 2. BUT, for your first under $200 mic, one of the large diaphragm Chinese condensors is probably the best bet. Rode, Studio Projects, Marshall, Carvin, Behringer, Nady - take your pick.

Personally, I'd look at an Audio Technica AT series, too. Maybe you'll agree it's worth the extra $$. If you can listen to one, it's worth the trip.

bammbamm · #8 10-10-2002, 10:30 AM

I'm using the AT4033sm which I got for 225 shipped. I've seen them right around 200 lately. They are warm and full sounding, I don't think you'll be disappointed. you can hear it on my MP3.com site HERE The song is Blessed I am I recorded the guitar and vox simultaneously through the mic. I love mine.

Bammbamm