Audio-Technica ATM450 is a low profile side-address cardiod condenser, which can be used for miking a wide range of instruments and percussions. Though unsuitable for vocals… it offers a small footprint and has a situational placement advantage over more common front-address instrument mics without sacrificing a bit of quality. On contrary, this mid-range model sounds surprisingly smooth for a small…
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Rode Videomic NTG is a hybrid DSLR / USB mic of a compact size that can be mounted both on top of a camera and on a tripod while connected to a computer. The most beautiful thing about this mic is that it doesn’t have any cumbersome battery decks attached to it (unlike previous models). Videomic NTG is compact and…
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…exposure has only temporary effects and when dried up, electret mics will work again. Yet, this will still hinder your production… meanwhile prolonged exposure of any microphone can cause permanent damage. Rode NTG3, on the other hand, like all professional shotguns has no issues with high humidity. Build and setup This mic measures 10” long and weighs 163 grams. It…
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…price compared to others Excellent sound quality, suitable for recording Very smooth and transparent response Internal pop-filter works pretty well Rejects a lot of background Made to last, 10 year warranty Cons Could use a basic low-cut A bit unwieldy and requires a shock mount Best Price on Rode Procaster — WARNING! MAKE SURE YOUR AMAZON SELLER IS AUTHORIZED: https://rode.com/en/support/where-to-buy…
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pop filter. All those features can already ease life for a user, but the most important and unique feature is that it comes with a compact shock mount stand by default. I can’t think of any other USB mic that offers all this especially while retaining a competitive price tag. Sound & quality HyperX QuadCast has a neutral tone and…
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kHz, which is actually a bummer, but aside from that, it’s quite neutral. The advantage here comes from the choice of digital EQ presets where you can switch from flat mode to high-pass and presence boost or both. Another very neat thing there is the availability of limiter and compressor, with a variable intensity even, so you can further fine-tune…
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minimize handling noise. The body design is where the things get different. In spite of having similar looks, 800 series are for some reason lighter than 900’s. The mesh grilles on e835 also seem a bit weaker and may potentially come off if dropped repeatedly. I’d advise using it with care, since you don’t want to void the warranty. Advantages…
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…is a good move as they were useless anyway. Snowball always lacked gain so no one ever touched that pad and the omni mode probably has been the shittiest in the world – muffled like crazy and very inconsistent. Sound & quality Once again, comparing to Samson Meteorite, I was surprised to see the same awkwardly wide polar response, which…
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problem is it becomes sensitive to handling. Vibrations virtually have zero distance to the capsule so they receive an enormous decibel boost. It isn’t so terrible after all, but it will be heard if you’re rubbing the mic or its wire. Design and build Audio-Technica Pro 70 boasts a sturdy and quality build, which is easy to tell even by…
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it will sound noticeably better comparing to the cheaper mics. Whoever chooses Audix DP7 will get a solid set that will last for many years and won’t be begging for an upgrade! Foreword When it comes to drum mics bundles, there are usually two pitfalls: Manufacturers naturally want to maximize their sales, so they create all kinds of bundles out…
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Audio-Technica AT8035 is a 14.5” highly directional, medium shotgun. It is a cheap but powerful tool, invaluable for filming wider scenes or walk ‘n talk dialogues, especially where you find a short shotgun’s reach lacking. Whereas the maximum effective reach for short shotguns is only 2 feet, medium shotguns can effectively work from up to 4 feet distance. This model…
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…the whole complexity of that eye-sticking-out-of-the-socket design makes it vulnerable without providing any feasible advantage. Yes, it does create a unique and unusual look, but is it actually worth paying for? Read on and let’s find out together! Sound quality The sound quality can be best described as decent, but it could be better. Despite the addition of three recording…
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…working for acoustic artists too, for example guitar players etc. Just make sure to point it where you want to and it will do the rest. As for music genres, KSM9 works best with latin, jazz, pop music, rock and similar. For more aggressive styles like metal, technically you’ll still get a better quality vocal, but among those loud and…
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main purpose is to give it even more air in order to compensate for when you are using a foam that comes with the mic. Speaking of which, the foam is somewhat bulky, it makes the mic look way bigger (in comparison to SM7B) so I wouldn’t use it by default, but it certainly does what it’s supposed to do….
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This is a great quality plug and play mic that connects directly to your computer or laptop through a USB port. The ease of use makes it an ideal choice for home studio and field recording. Audio-Technica AT2020USB goes even further by bringing you the unseen before superior sound, which makes it comparable to more expensive studio units. Not only…
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Sanken COS-11D is a top of the line omnidirectional lavalier widely used in professional broadcast. It is very small (only 4mm in diameter) and easily concealed under clothes. The three main advantages are the size, the most natural open sound and the fact that it produces the least handling noise when rubbing against the clothes. Sanken is a Japanese manufacturer…
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…is by design, so it never gets muddy. AKG D7 starts rolling off at 200 Hz acoustically, and has a passive roll off circuit at 80 Hz. It is designed to smooth out an unreasonable bump it would otherwise get from the proximity effect. You don’t actually need to understand all the specifics, but in a nutshell, it is just…
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…a few of the examples that come to mind. I have stumbled on a YouTube video from GarageBand & Beyond that actually demonstrates how it sounds on acoustic guitar without any EQ or compression. It is self-explanatory so just listen and judge for yourself! And if you like this sound, you will probably like it for other instruments as well….
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and nice features +free dead cat, then of course look no further. – Reviewed at $129.00 Pros Natural sound Quality solid build Variable 20 dB gain 2-steps low cut switch Rechargeable, OLED display Compact & road-worthy Phone-compatible Great value for money Includes a dead cat Cons Average SNR Average Dynamic Range Average Side Rejection Best Price on Comica VM20 —…
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…large diaphragm mics, AT4040 is not demanding and can actually work for every typical scenario that I can imagine. Pros Works great for every possible scenario Amazing sound quality Can hold a nice amount of sound pressure Comes with a free shock mount Cons There are better mics at this price, see Rode NT1 Best Price on Audio-Technica AT4040 —…
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