Question for fellow C-1 owners

[0-T]

I've had this mic for almost two years now, and I'm still loving it.

But is it just me or are the high's extremely sensitive? I have to de-ess almost every vocal recording we do.

Also, do you guys recommend de-essing before compression, or de-essing the compressed wave?

[chessparov]

Originally Posted by 0-T

I've had this mic for almost two years now, and I'm still loving it.

But is it just me or are the high's extremely sensitive? I have to de-ess almost every vocal recording we do.

Also, do you guys recommend de-essing before compression, or de-essing the compressed wave?

Yes and... yes!

If you try positioning the C1 both to the side, and also try downward towards the singer's mouth, that'll be the best first step before reaching for a de-esser.

Many pro AE's BTW like to work this way-including Alan Hyatt, the owner
of Studio Projects. Alan Parsons is another.

If you listen to old Motown records, for example, they generally preferred some sizzle up top so the vocal could cut through a mix and be clearly heard.

Chris

[0-T]

thanks for the reply. I haven't tried that mic position...

When you say "downward towards the singer's mouth," you mean like 45 degrees with the bottom of the mic (where the cord is) tilted up away, and the foam guard pointing down, right? It'll be a bit strange to set up with a mic stand, but it's worth a try.