I'm still a newb at this, but i'm always trying to learn, so here's my next question:
Why do you want a mic to have "color", and when would you want to use it?
I've heard that many people consider this color to be nothing more then hi freq distortion. Anyways, I record mostly rock. Where would I use this color? guitar amp? vocals? The reason I bring this up now is b/c i'm considering upgrading to a "real pre". Ditching my art tube mp. I'm looking to spend $800, but can probably go up to $1000. Looking for a dual channel. Originally, I just wanted 2 really clean channels, but with all this talk of color, I don't know anymore. Also, I want something that can fit in a studio that charges $35/hr (eventually want to start one, but don't want to have to upgrade everything I own to do it). Currently, using firepod preamps for everything, so I want an upgrade from that.
So basically, would record drums w/ the firepod, OH w/ the new preamp, overdubs (guitars, bass, vocals) w/ the new preamp, acoustic guitar w/ the new pre. Thanks for any suggestions.
Why do you want a mic to have "color", and when would you want to use it?
I've heard that many people consider this color to be nothing more then hi freq distortion. Anyways, I record mostly rock. Where would I use this color? guitar amp? vocals? The reason I bring this up now is b/c i'm considering upgrading to a "real pre". Ditching my art tube mp. I'm looking to spend $800, but can probably go up to $1000. Looking for a dual channel. Originally, I just wanted 2 really clean channels, but with all this talk of color, I don't know anymore. Also, I want something that can fit in a studio that charges $35/hr (eventually want to start one, but don't want to have to upgrade everything I own to do it). Currently, using firepod preamps for everything, so I want an upgrade from that.
So basically, would record drums w/ the firepod, OH w/ the new preamp, overdubs (guitars, bass, vocals) w/ the new preamp, acoustic guitar w/ the new pre. Thanks for any suggestions.