Does anyone have suggestions as to what mics works best by applications:
Hard Rock Vocal
Blues Vocal
Pop Vocal
Ballad Vocal
Choir Vocal
Is there a resource ont he web that might explain what mics work best by application?
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You might mention what PRICE range you're looking in. I mean, i
You might mention what PRICE range you're looking in.
I mean, if I recommended a U-47 would that be useful?
Basically I don;t hink it's fruitful to think about it in terms of genres.
Some rock singers on some kinds of tracks sound great through that aforementioned U-47 and others sound too hi-fi and do better on an SM-7 (or even an SM-57)(ugh)
It realy comes down to the best mic for the SINGER rather than for the "style".
Most records, i think you'll find, were recorded with the vocals on big diaphragm condensor mics, irrespective of musical style.
the exceptions get mentioned because they ARE exceptions.
If you want to purchase a mic in anticipation of these vocal sty
If you want to purchase a mic in anticipation of these vocal styles, I would say the you have the cart in fornt of the horse.
If it were me, I would find a store with a large selection, and arrange some demo time, or locate a rental house to rent an assortment.
Mics are like eyeglass. You can't use the same formula on everyone, reguardless of style.
look at shure.com. akg.com and atus.com. They have charts divide
look at shure.com. akg.com and atus.com. They have charts dividend into 3 categories: Gold, siver and Bronze suggestions for every set-up.
I recommend you AT4050. I used 3 of them everyday.