Andrew Lamprecht
Minion of One
Where could I begin looking? My budget for this is about $200.
I need a condenser microphone...
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speakerjones
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Re: I need a condenser microphone...
What are you going to use it for? What's the rest of your rig?
What are you going to use it for? What's the rest of your rig?
TwilightOdyssey
Darkness on the edge of Tone
Re: I need a condenser microphone...
Rode NT1A is a terrific all-rounder. You also cannot go wrong with Audio Technica. BLUE are a bit more specialized, the Spark fits your budget and is also quite good, but not as versatile as the other two I mentioned.
Rode NT1A is a terrific all-rounder. You also cannot go wrong with Audio Technica. BLUE are a bit more specialized, the Spark fits your budget and is also quite good, but not as versatile as the other two I mentioned.
BurningShrine
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Re: I need a condenser microphone...
Take a look at the Behringer B-2 Pro.
It's about $150.
I'm using it for quite some time now, the sound is great and it's really affordable.
If you are doing vocals don't forget to buy a pop killer as well.
K&M's are expensive but they are awesome.
Both should be obtainable with $200.
But before you buy anything be sure to check out
some reviews to get the mic that suits your needs.
Take a look at the Behringer B-2 Pro.
It's about $150.
I'm using it for quite some time now, the sound is great and it's really affordable.
If you are doing vocals don't forget to buy a pop killer as well.
K&M's are expensive but they are awesome.
Both should be obtainable with $200.
But before you buy anything be sure to check out
some reviews to get the mic that suits your needs.
TwilightOdyssey
Darkness on the edge of Tone
Re: I need a condenser microphone...
Most mics in this price range offer a 'studio pack' that includes the microphone and pop filter. If not, talk to your retailer about a package deal.
Most mics in this price range offer a 'studio pack' that includes the microphone and pop filter. If not, talk to your retailer about a package deal.
El Dunco
Sock Supplier to RHCP
Re: I need a condenser microphone...
I would advise against Behringer and Legacy condenser mics as they are less reliable and don't sound as good as other mics you can get for a similar price. I think MXL mics are great value. The v67G has a really nice sound especially for vocals. It even looks nice. The 2006 model is versatile and there are simple mods for it to tailor it to your needs. Rode is also a wise choice.
I would advise against Behringer and Legacy condenser mics as they are less reliable and don't sound as good as other mics you can get for a similar price. I think MXL mics are great value. The v67G has a really nice sound especially for vocals. It even looks nice. The 2006 model is versatile and there are simple mods for it to tailor it to your needs. Rode is also a wise choice.
speakerjones
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Re: I need a condenser microphone...
Well, I still don't know what you actually need or are looking for, but I guess I'll throw my $.02 in. Budget condensers tend to sound like budget condensers. Most of those mentioned, you can get some passable results with (again, depending on intent). If your're willing to buy something used you can get something pro or semi pro for the same money. You could get an AKG C3000 or c214 which IMO are going to perform way better than any Behringer, Perception or whatever Guitar Center had on sale. Just make sure you're buying from a reputable dealer.
For small diaphragm condensers, you can probably find an SM81 for under $200, which, to me, is a no brainer, but it's worth checking out some ADK SC2's if you can find some. I think they qualify as budget mics. You might even find a pair close to your price range. They sound great though. Again all depends on what you're after. Secondary guitar cab mic? Acoustic? Vocals? Room mic or drum overhead? Some combination thereof?
Well, I still don't know what you actually need or are looking for, but I guess I'll throw my $.02 in. Budget condensers tend to sound like budget condensers. Most of those mentioned, you can get some passable results with (again, depending on intent). If your're willing to buy something used you can get something pro or semi pro for the same money. You could get an AKG C3000 or c214 which IMO are going to perform way better than any Behringer, Perception or whatever Guitar Center had on sale. Just make sure you're buying from a reputable dealer.
For small diaphragm condensers, you can probably find an SM81 for under $200, which, to me, is a no brainer, but it's worth checking out some ADK SC2's if you can find some. I think they qualify as budget mics. You might even find a pair close to your price range. They sound great though. Again all depends on what you're after. Secondary guitar cab mic? Acoustic? Vocals? Room mic or drum overhead? Some combination thereof?
Andrew Lamprecht
Minion of One
Re: I need a condenser microphone...
I ended up getting a Rode NT1-A. Thanks guys. I'm sure this will work well for what I need.
I ended up getting a Rode NT1-A. Thanks guys. I'm sure this will work well for what I need.
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