Hey all,
First off, apologies if this is not the best place for this. It's applicable, but unsure of ideal location....
I've been off/on recording for years now, but still working with some of the equipment that I started with (see current setup below).
I'm happy with what I've produced so far, but I definitely think I have some room for improvement... specifically, recording vocals. I'm currently running an Audio Technica 2020 [first mic I bought for home recording like, 10 years ago?] and it's gotten the job done so far. But I know I could have better quality vocals in the tracks, whether it be from a new mic to better acoustic soundproofing... I want to share some experience with others who know what the heck I'm talking about to try and pinpoint the cause of lack-luster vocal tracks, and determine possible resolutions.
I would consider the genre singer/songwriter; folky acoustic pop. My wife and I sing together, 85% of the time it's sharing the vocal space with harmonies. But the other moments of solo vocals do have some range. We aren't screaming, but we're hitting the high ends strong. So I need something that is still going to capture a wide range.
The AT2020 is a condenser mic, so it's picking up a lot of extra noise. In certain situations, that would be ideal. But since I don't have a decently sound proofed room at this time, I need to cut some of that mud out. So I am looking at some dynamic options. Obviously, I could just scroll through top google results for "Best Dynamic Microphones 2020", but that's why I'm here; I would prefer recommendations from first hand users. Obviously, you get what you pay for, but let's stick to around $500 for now.
If there is anything else that you can think of to discuss or ask, please do! I'd love to hear from you and talk through some of this stuff.
Be safe out there and be kind to each other
Cheers!
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AT2020 (vocals/space) - homemade reflection filter setup behind the mic, but no other form of sound proofing at this time; limited options in current room
Audix f15 (acoustic)
Shure SM57 (amps)
Pop and reflection filter
Fostex PMO-4n (not the biggest fan so far, but doing the job for now)
Sennheiser headphones
Epiphone SG
Epiphone Les Paul
Seagull Maritime SWS Acoustic
Fender Bass
Behringer U-Control midi keyboard - Currently utilizing midi drums kits, no access to full set
PreSonus AudioBox iTwo - highly recommend this btw
Mac Mini running 10.10.5
Logic Pro X
First off, apologies if this is not the best place for this. It's applicable, but unsure of ideal location....
I've been off/on recording for years now, but still working with some of the equipment that I started with (see current setup below).
I'm happy with what I've produced so far, but I definitely think I have some room for improvement... specifically, recording vocals. I'm currently running an Audio Technica 2020 [first mic I bought for home recording like, 10 years ago?] and it's gotten the job done so far. But I know I could have better quality vocals in the tracks, whether it be from a new mic to better acoustic soundproofing... I want to share some experience with others who know what the heck I'm talking about to try and pinpoint the cause of lack-luster vocal tracks, and determine possible resolutions.
I would consider the genre singer/songwriter; folky acoustic pop. My wife and I sing together, 85% of the time it's sharing the vocal space with harmonies. But the other moments of solo vocals do have some range. We aren't screaming, but we're hitting the high ends strong. So I need something that is still going to capture a wide range.
The AT2020 is a condenser mic, so it's picking up a lot of extra noise. In certain situations, that would be ideal. But since I don't have a decently sound proofed room at this time, I need to cut some of that mud out. So I am looking at some dynamic options. Obviously, I could just scroll through top google results for "Best Dynamic Microphones 2020", but that's why I'm here; I would prefer recommendations from first hand users. Obviously, you get what you pay for, but let's stick to around $500 for now.
If there is anything else that you can think of to discuss or ask, please do! I'd love to hear from you and talk through some of this stuff.
Be safe out there and be kind to each other
Cheers!
_______________
AT2020 (vocals/space) - homemade reflection filter setup behind the mic, but no other form of sound proofing at this time; limited options in current room
Audix f15 (acoustic)
Shure SM57 (amps)
Pop and reflection filter
Fostex PMO-4n (not the biggest fan so far, but doing the job for now)
Sennheiser headphones
Epiphone SG
Epiphone Les Paul
Seagull Maritime SWS Acoustic
Fender Bass
Behringer U-Control midi keyboard - Currently utilizing midi drums kits, no access to full set
PreSonus AudioBox iTwo - highly recommend this btw
Mac Mini running 10.10.5
Logic Pro X
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