I got a Studio Projects C3. Its OK, I guess. It has served me well as my first condensor, but I think I am starting to realize its limitations. It starts to sound pretty hissy with some compression and EQ. I think its the harsh quality that plagues alot of the low end Chinese condensors... hissy harshness, not clarity. I think I am starting to hear the difference in my recordings -vs- other recordings with better vocal mics.
Anyway...
If my next big purchase is a better "next level" LDC vocal mic, where should I look? I have an Oktava MK-012. Would it be worth investing in one of those large diaphragm capsules to throw on the Oktava? The MK12 definitely seems to be a different animal than the cheaper Chinese stuff... Or should I just start saving my pennies and get something really nice??
Anyway...
If my next big purchase is a better "next level" LDC vocal mic, where should I look? I have an Oktava MK-012. Would it be worth investing in one of those large diaphragm capsules to throw on the Oktava? The MK12 definitely seems to be a different animal than the cheaper Chinese stuff... Or should I just start saving my pennies and get something really nice??