…clean up. However, the deep proximity of the PR35 is easily neutralized with a HPF. Indeed, all it takes is to apply a high pass, and it also gets rid of the popping and handling noise along the way! So don’t be worried about pop filters and stands, even the included foam – you may find it excessive. If you…
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XLR microphone to a computer. This mic comes with handy shock mount & compact pop filter, only lacking a boom arm for a complete podcast package. Despite the good quality on vocals, this is not necessarily a replacement for the everyday use desktop mics because of its size and potential lack of gain when miking from a distance. Sound &…
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stages. And of course you will have the benefit of a tighter cancellation & better GBF. The mic uses an active electric circuit that further compensates proximity effect and prevents from overblown bass, which is common to other supercardioids. Pros Very natural sound Lots of detail and clarity Balanced frequency response Easily cuts through the mix Superior gain before feedback…
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…to grab it. However, if you are willing to spend more you should consider getting the new NTG4 PLUS instead. Pros Great accuracy Pretty natural sound Narrower pickup pattern Excellent quality for the price Lightweight and durable Cons Terrible windshield Lack of on/off switch Best Price on Rode NTG2 Shotgun — WARNING! MAKE SURE YOUR AMAZON SELLER IS AUTHORIZED: https://rode.com/en/support/where-to-buy…
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Introduction. NT1 is a new all-purpose LDC from Rode with a truly exceptional sound. It resembles the appearance of older NT1-A, however, the inside has been redesigned from scratch. Comparing to predecessors the sound has become clearer, purer and far more natural, showing a tremendous improvement in every single aspect! As a large diaphragm mic, it also has a very…
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…methods and basic preamp features such as active EQ, gain control, etc. Note, wireless mics have their own advantages and disadvantages, which are important to understand if you consider their use. Advantages of wireless microphones The first advantage that comes to mind is the freedom of movement. With a wireless mic, you can move around the stage freely and never…
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Fifine K780A is a bloody cheap full size USB condenser mic that comes as a complete package with all the necessary accessories. Most importantly, it includes a decent boom arm, which alone would cost around $20 plus, not to mention the shipping. This is especially true if you would have to buy all the individual parts separately: the mic, shock…
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…those mics usually beat shotguns when it comes to miking interiors. Particularly, they are often used for recording dialogues. The advantage over shotguns is they are less sensitive to reflections from hard surfaces, which helps reducing unnecessary echo, reverb and comb filtering, as well as producing a more natural tone. MKH 8050 isn’t cheap at all but it gives you…
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…rebranding and modifying some of the Chinese mics. You can google the Apex 460 controversy, which lives to this day. Of course, they do have engineers to produce their own models, and the M80 reviewed is their original design but it seems to come at a premium cost. Consumers are convinced and are willing to pay extra for the mic…
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those who want raw or unprocessed output there is a ‘flat’ preset. It is hardly useful by itself but it gives you an idea for comparison. I like very much how they implemented those modes and they do bring a noticeable improvement but this still does not compensate the lack of clarity in the high-end. Design and accessories Shure MV5…
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outside in a windy setting it appears to be much more susceptible, compared to the MKH 416 where the difference could be audible. On the other hand, Sennheiser MKH 8060 does claim an advantage when it comes to indoor usage but for another reason. It has a more linear high frequency response and a different tube design helps to reduce…
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…but also from the sides, you would have to dampen both, the wall behind you and the sidewalls as well. If you record at home, it is also important to make sure no environment noises are coming anywhere from the sides, which can be a difficult task. It is also possible however to use a smaller piece of material to…
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may not be the best choice, as it will require an additional 4-pin 3.5 mm adaptor. Regardless of the description that states about powering, compatibility is not an issue. In fact, it works the exact same way as any common microphone headset. Sound & quality This model has more than enough quality for any voice recording and can even handle…
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depending on how those two mix up, every mic brings a degree of uniqueness. AKG D112 can easily handle both of the components as well as anything in between. Its precision and accuracy makes it a versatile choice for bass drums of any size and even a viable solution for floor toms. Design and build AKG D112 has a distinct…
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units. Design and build As been noted earlier, the design is almost identical to that of NTG-2. The mic has a low frequency roll off switch placed a couple millimeters below the surface, so it requires something like a hairpin in order to access. The on/off switch is absent as well so in order to converse the battery, you will…
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…Indeed, e935 sounds rather smooth, though still offering a good transient response it retains a great amount of detail and clarity! In a side-by-side comparison, for instance, SM58 would sound markedly slurred and muffled. Design and build Weighing 330 grams, it is slightly heavier than SM58 as well as a bit longer. The mic has a solid, rugged metal design…
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most popular choice for micing vocalists in the studio. – www.prosoundweb.com Shure MV51 does a great job when close-miking vocals, as long as the talent stays on axis. The low end produced by this mic is very clean and it extends deeper than that of competing models. This even allows us to mike bass cabs and double bass, though an…
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to click playback on my computer. It may take several tries especially if it’s in the middle of a video. You can’t edit or crop it once it’s recorded; though you can still control the playback volume. All in all, this isn’t something I would want to be doing on a daily basis, but if you aren’t planning to shuffle…
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…the go. Nowadays all you would need is an audio interface, a cheapest Focusrite or Presonus would do, and that will cost you only about $100. Considering the Maono PM500 is quite cheap as well, you can end up having a commendable audio quality at home for just about $200. Compared to the sound of an average USB mic that…
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considering the length of the cable, which is only 2 feet… I don’t really know how to react to this. Should I take it as a joke? Because I need at least 6 feet of reach to plug it into my computer. Maybe, the users of mobile devices would not mind. But I think they could easily come up with…
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