Battery Operated Condenser Mics Help!???

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Hey Guys,

I was wondering if someone could let me know what brands are available for this kind of microphone. I'm looking for some cheap condenser mics that can be powered by batteries ( for phantom power). I'd like these mics for the purpose of recording our bands live shows with my 4 track cassette recorder. As you know, most 4 track recorders don't have phantom power. Thanks,
Aaron
 
MXL V63MBP, (the BP is for battery powered, don't get the regular V63) AKG C1000, Shure BG 4.0 and 4.1.
 
I have a pair of Shure PG81s. They can be used with phantom power or batteries. IMO they work great and won't break your bank account:)

Cheers!
 
Audio technica makes some mics that run off of AA batteries. The at33 something like that is a real nice mic and built well. I used to have a couple of them and wish I had kept them. There is also the c1000 akg mic
On the other hand are you sure you are going to gain that much by using a condenser live just for recording some gigs?
 
Herm said:
On the other hand are you sure you are going to gain that much by using a condenser live just for recording some gigs?
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Well, I'd be using 2 condensers, not just one. I would image they would pick up more crowd response, chattering, drunk idiots yelling, beer bottles being smashed, instruments, vocals etc.... than a couple of regular mics. Wouldn't you? Afterall, they are condenser mics. ;)
 
Have you thought about just buying a phantom power supply. You will need to plug it in however. Then you open up your choices quite a bit.
 
how about some naiant msh microphones with either the mbb or xbb batery boxes?
 
Audio Technica MB4000

Hi,

I have an Audio Technica MB4000. It uses batteries or phantom power. I have used it for live recordings. It's a surprisingly clean sounding mic for a budget price.

Thanks,

Hairy Larry
 
I second the suggestion of using a single point stereo mic as opposed to two mics (which can be a hassle). A single (or pair of) PZM(s) can be effective.
 
Yes I have considered buying an external phantom power supply, but that's just one more plug we'll have to find a socket for among the zillion others our band has. The guitarist alone has something like 20 pedals. Ha. Some of the clubs we've played only have like 2 wall sockets near the stage. We end up cramming all plugs into power strips to make our set up work. An external power supply would be cool, but I'd rather have battery operated phantom mics. I'd find it more convienient.
Thanks for all the suggestions Gents.........
 
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