This is a tough topic for me to put down in words and really explain, but here goes.
At what point should a songwriter decide their music is worth other people hearing? Or buying? When you are just starting out and you don't know what you're doing, you really shouldn't be putting your music...
Here's the situation. I have a Rode NT1-A. Through my Yamaha mixing board, it sounds a bit harsh and lacks warmth. It sounds much better through an $800 preamp, which I don't have.
For around $500-$600, what is the best solution?
A. Buy a better mic and put the Rode in the drawer
B. Buy a...