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Not sure what you mean by low price, but you can get a pair of new ATH-M50 (straight cord version) for $90 at a couple places on ebay right now. Sennheiser HD280 (a tried and true long time favorite) are $99. I have both of these, and can say that the ATH-M50 are more musical and pleasing to...

I like these for acoustic instruments in order of low price to high ($ per mic): Rode NT5 ($215) AT4021 ($249) Peluso CEMC6 ($294) - particularly nice on fingerpicked guitar SM81 ($349) Beyer MC930 ($599) Hear a lot of SDC mics here...

You can get a used Oktava MK319 for $89-120 - they are great for vocals and guitar.

I have the same subwoofer (and KRK RP6 monitors) and the instructions say to balance your subwoofer volume with that of your monitors, before you start tracking and mixing. I set this once with measurement mic and Room EQ Wizard, then don't touch the balance. The balance is done with a process...

Here's my 101 attempt: --You need a mic to turn your voice into an analog signal. --You need an audio interface to 1) amplify that analog signal and 2) convert the analog to a digital signal for the computer. --You need recording software to capture the digital tracks and edit them, and...

I assumed you had an interface. If you don't, then I would also recommend you skip the pre and just get a mic and interface, like this: Studio Projects B1 ($120) + Emu 0404 USB ($200) (new prices) I think Kris Delmhorst is singing the B1 in this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CUV3uzIiMGE

Another thought - you might investigate the Zoom H2 for $179. It has 4 internal mics (stereo mics on front and back), which sound very good. It can record stereo front or back, or surround by using both mic sets. No overdubbing though, so if you want to record a track while listening to a...

I started with a portastudio standalone, and am currently testing an audio interface to see if I want to go with computer recording, so this issue is highly relevant for me. From what I see so far: Stand-alone recorders tend to be limited in features but more reliable for what they do. For...

Never mind, guys, I eventually got an answer from Fostex rep who said it's no problem in any angled position. The hard drive will operate just fine. I'm updating this thread just in case someone else has the same question. I thought this might be the case but I have read some threads saying...

Of those two (DP-004 vs MR8), I would pick the Fostex MR8 MKII. However the Tascam DP-004 is $150 and the Fostex MR8 MKII is $250 so you might expect the Fostex to be better. You can find the Tascam DP-008 for $215 (B&H Photo Video), so for your $250 budget you should really be comparing the...

During recording, I would like to set my MR16HD on a wooden stand that straddles my preamp. As shown in the pics, the stand I just built for this has a surface sloping at about 40 degrees (up from horiz) for convenient use of the recorder's controls while sitting in front of it. The stand has...

Sleeping bags/comforters work well too instead of moving blankets. I would record in your bigger room with all the "stuff" in it, but not in the dead center of the room (read up on room modes). Close mic, use the reflection filter and it won't matter too much where you record, just stay away...

Many micro-recorders, like the Zoom H2, don't allow overdubbing. If I wanted a field recorder with overdubbing and built-in mics, I would consider a "portastudio" like the Zoom R16 24-bit multi-track recorder ($399 for 8-track recording and 16 track playback). The Tascam DP- series are popular...

Kel HM-2d AT3035

+1 on the heavy clutter for bass traps. In addition, you could also use a home-made reflection filter (hang moving blankets or sleeping bags over mics stands arranged in a V-shape, then sing into the V). This will limit early reflections into the mic. It won't do anything for bass, though...

For $600, I would get the Emu 0404 USB ($200) and the KRK RP6 G2 monitors ($200 each).

The SM7b wants a ton of gain. The mic was designed for your mouth to be right up on the windscreen, so 4" is the maximum I would go. I typically use it at 1-3" into a Sytek MPX-4Aii, and I have to turn the pre up to 8 or 9 out of 10 (about 60 db gain). This pre is very quiet even when maxed...

You can get the NT-1a for $183 now at RMC Audio with coupon code "MICS". All mics 20% off. See: https://www.rmcaudiodirect.com/Articles.asp?ID=150

Check out the Studio Projects B1.

LDCs are good for guitars, but they are slower on the transients, and they pick up more of the room. 3:1 is for the two guitar mics for stereo image while minimizing phase issues (you should still check this). Vocal mic goes where it sounds best (usually 6-12" with pop filter at 1-3")...