Okay, I am looking for a nice vocal mic, for about £200. So far I have been looking at the RODE NT1000 & NT2A and the BLUE Bluebird.
I am also looking for a matched pair of condensers that could be used for drum overheads, but also acoustic miking. The RODE NT5 is what I have my eyes set on at the moment.
Am I on the right track?
Any other recommendations are welcome!
Thanks.
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For an LDC in that price range, the NT2-A is good value. You may
For an LDC in that price range, the NT2-A is good value. You may prefer the sound of a ribbon on your vocals, in which case one of the Blue series or possibly a Cascade Fathead are worth considering. Ideally, you should audition before purchase, even if just to hear the difference between an LDC and a ribbon.
For the overheads, go for the NT55MP rather than the NT5MP, as they give you much more flexibility by having interchangeable omni/cardioid capsules.
Has anyone got any sample of either a Bluebird or NT2A? The NT2
Has anyone got any sample of either a Bluebird or NT2A?
The NT2A is very appealing, with its numerous options included. I am just wondering how much better the sound on the blue is..
Which will sound better without a preamp?
The NT55s work out a lot more expensive than the NT5s if you buy them in a pair. They'll be used as mainly drum overheads so I won't really need all the swappable heads.
"Which will sound better without a preamp?" WHAAAT A preamp is
"Which will sound better without a preamp?"
WHAAAT
A preamp is essential. Even if it cost $40, it'll sound better than no preamp at all.
A preamp isn't something used for changing the sound, it's used to make the low volume mic output loud enough for other gear to work with maximum signal-noise ratio.
I think the BLUE Bluebird would be a good choice for your budget
I think the BLUE Bluebird would be a good choice for your budget.
For the matched pair you may also consider the Beyerdynamic Opus 53 and the Audio-Technica ATM450.