JohnF30 Posted June 3, 2008 Author Share Posted June 3, 2008 I was just wandering what is the one thing that most of you look for when buying a mic, for recording vocals? ive been looking for a while to buy a mic. :waoh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnF30 Posted June 3, 2008 Share Posted June 3, 2008 I was just wandering what is the one thing that most of you look for when buying a mic, for recording vocals? ive been looking for a while to buy a mic. :waoh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MADcHATTER Posted June 4, 2008 Share Posted June 4, 2008 Hi larry I've posted a few comments here about mics. What I would look for in a mic is #1 functionality! Will it work with my gear and what kind of performance I'll get depending on the situation it'll be used for. If your talking Studio recording or voiceovers, a good condenser mic would be preferable. For live venues a Dynamic mic is sturdier and can take more punishment. For more subtle voice recordings like corporate presentations or audiobook recording a good Ribbon Mic might be best. The mic is dependant on the hardware it's plugged into. You wouldnt expect great sound from a top end Condenser mic if you plug it into say a Radio Shack 4 channel mic mixer! Check your hardwares requirements and tolerances and use that as a guideline. Price should be a secondary consideration! But if you can...test out several mic's. It's always best to match the mic to your voice! MADcHATTER Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MADcHATTER Posted June 4, 2008 Share Posted June 4, 2008 Hi larry I've posted a few comments here about mics. What I would look for in a mic is #1 functionality! Will it work with my gear and what kind of performance I'll get depending on the situation it'll be used for. If your talking Studio recording or voiceovers, a good condenser mic would be preferable. For live venues a Dynamic mic is sturdier and can take more punishment. For more subtle voice recordings like corporate presentations or audiobook recording a good Ribbon Mic might be best. The mic is dependant on the hardware it's plugged into. You wouldnt expect great sound from a top end Condenser mic if you plug it into say a Radio Shack 4 channel mic mixer! Check your hardwares requirements and tolerances and use that as a guideline. Price should be a secondary consideration! But if you can...test out several mic's. It's always best to match the mic to your voice! MADcHATTER Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Posted June 12, 2008 Share Posted June 12, 2008 I think.. for buying a mic you need to think of how it would suit you, if its going to be held in hand, consider quality, comfort and weight. If its a condensor, consider the size of it, its functionality and how it sounds. Studiio - All-In-One Radio Communication Platform SMS | Phone Calls | Social Media | Content Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Posted June 12, 2008 Share Posted June 12, 2008 I think.. for buying a mic you need to think of how it would suit you, if its going to be held in hand, consider quality, comfort and weight. If its a condensor, consider the size of it, its functionality and how it sounds. Studiio - All-In-One Radio Communication Platform SMS | Phone Calls | Social Media | Content Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SomeAudioGuy Posted July 10, 2008 Share Posted July 10, 2008 Depends on what you need to record (audiobooks, radio, commercial tv, singing) and what your budget is... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SomeAudioGuy Posted July 10, 2008 Share Posted July 10, 2008 Depends on what you need to record (audiobooks, radio, commercial tv, singing) and what your budget is... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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