#Mic Choice
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Rick, I'm looking for a decent (read $150.00) microphone for the following
uses- vocals, recording acoustic guitar and banjo, and taking samples with the
Amiga. I realize you're supposed to have a different microphone for every use,
but I can't afford that now. This is for a low-ball home studio.
Do you have any suggestions? I asked this question on the midi forum but was
told that any mic under $500 stinks. Bernie at MAO sells several different
kinds but he couldn't offer any advice. I understand the basic differences
between dynamic; condensor; ribbon mics and how they operate, but not which
would be best. I don't have phantom power. Any advice, preferences, gut
feelings, random thoughts, or outright lies would be very helpful!
Thanks, George
Geez, George, I really can't help you on that one, except to say that "any mic
under $500 stinks" sounds to be either a very pristine or a very narrow minded
attitude.
The MIDI forum isn't the prime place to ask. Try the MusicForum (section 0
most likely) or, better, the BPForum. Explain the situation as you did to me.
I'm sure some of the pros over there would be delighted to give you the benefit
of their wisdom.
Sorry I couldn't help, but when I was in broadcast and recording I always just
used whatever mic was handy and provided by the station. <Shrug>
Rick
Ok, thanks Rick, I'll ask around.
George