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How to Choose Microphone For Studio Auditions

Author: Riki William
by Riki William
Posted: Feb 12, 2021
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It is common for beginners to wonder how to choose Microphone for vocals. The Microphone for vocals is the most important component of your recording. Here are some things to consider when selecting a Microphone.

The Neumann U87 ATA is a popular model for vocalists. The ATA has an astounding frequency response. The high frequencies reproduce sound very well. However, the low frequencies tend to have a thin consistency and lack richness. When monitoring a vocalist, it can be difficult to locate the sweet spot. When you use a cardioid model for vocals the balance gets even better.

Another popular microphone for vocals is the Neumann uIA. The uIA has a great frequency response and is ideal for monitoring a vocalist. The cardioid mic operates at relatively low output levels. In addition, the Neumann uIA has a nice consistent tone and has good mid to treble frequency response. The uIA also has a bit less body than the Neumann.

Ribbon microphones operate at very high frequencies. The ribbon microphone has a tendency to pick up too much noise but has a wonderful frequency response. The problem with these ribbon microphones is their lack of a good frequency response. They tend to sound congested and are not recommended for vocals.

Other popular ribbon microphones are the capsules and VSTs. The capsules are present in the mid and top end models. The VSTs, or virtual sound modules, allow users to customize and manage their mics and send them out as virtual instruments. Many top-end engineers prefer the VSTs for vocal applications.

The shure beta condenser microphone is one of the popular condenser microphones available today. The shure beta has a decent frequency response and has good clarity. This microphone is best suited for vocals as the low end tends to be a little harsh for most. This is also tends to produce a lot of feedback which can be undesirable for some people.

The dbx (deep dish) condenser microphone is another popular choice for vocalists. The sound that the dbx produces is similar to that of a trumpet's bell. The low end is noticeable, however. Most professional engineers will recommend the use of a valve model valve like the shure beta above to keep the valve sound free from unwanted feedback.

Another popular model microphone for the studio is the neumann u87 ai. The ai is known for its amazing tracking ability. It also has a decent frequency response. Most professionals will agree that the neumann u87 ai is an amazing studio microphone. If you are looking for a solid tracking microphone, the neumann u87 ai might be the perfect option.

Another popular microphone for the studio is the mxl r77. The mxl r77 is somewhat smaller and is almost triangular in shape. This microphone produces a very crisp and clear tone. The tone can easily be tightened up when the volume is turned up very loud. The only complaint about this microphone is that it does not have as much strength or projection as the neumann u87 ai.

Two other popular microphones are the Yamaha explorer pro and the Yamaha explorer. Both these microphones have good sound quality but the difference between the two microphones is the price. Between these two microphones, the price of each microphone is pretty comparable. The only real difference between these two microphones is the build quality and the amount of high-end technology that go into each microphone. The Yamaha explorer pro is more expensive than the Yamaha explorer ai.

The last microphone, I will talk about today is the mxl 7 series. This is a true ribbon microphone. It uses a metal diaphragm rather than an aluminum ribbon for the sound stage. This makes the sound more realistic. When it comes to live performance, the map series is the best choice because it produces amazingly accurate sound.

Hopefully this article has helped you understand the basics when it comes to how to choose a studio microphone. In my next articles, I will discuss condenser microphones, dynamic microphones, and ribbon microphones. As always, if you want to learn more, there is plenty of information online. Have fun!

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Ricky is a graduate of computer science engineering, a writer and marketing consultant. he continues to study on Nano technology and its resulting benefits to achieving almost there.

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