Low cost mic/mics

[LaKiS]

Hi.

I 've began building up my small home studio and i am stuck in deciding what mic or mics to buy. I need mic\mics for recording guitar amp, acoustic guitar and vocals. I can get AKG, Fostex and studio projects mic for 30% discount so it would be helpful to sugest mics of these brands. I don't want to spend more than 180 euro (or 200 $)(with the discount). Also can you give me your opinion on:

1.AKG perception 100 or th 200
2.Fostex MC10 ST (two electret conseders)(ican get them for less than 120$)
3.Studio projects b3
4.Studio projects c1

Sorry if my english are bad

 

[rustyblue]

The Studio project C1 will do the job for the money

Have a listen to it here http://www.gearaudition.com

Best Regards
Rusty

 

[hungovermorning]

I didn't even know that Fostex made condensers. I can't find anything about them though other than sales pages. Studio Projects C1 is okay, not really my cup of tea. If you've got a decent pre amp, I would buy a ribbon mic. It'd sound wonderful on vocals, acoustic and electric guitar.

 

[WillyDavidK]

The perception 200 seems to be a pretty good mic, I've heard a lot of good things. It also has pad/rolloff. If you need multiple patterns (cardioid, figure 8, omni) than the b3 is prolly the only mic that will do it in that price range. Really just depends on your usage I guess.

I've heard a lot of great reviews on the C1 as well, tho many say it's too bright for their taste.

 

[timboZ]

I didn't even know that Fostex made condensers..

WOW...look what I found.....................

http://www.musiciansfriend.com/product?sku=270336&src=3WFRWXX

When did Fostex start putting there name on mics..

 

[Harvey Gerst]

WOW...look what I found.....................

When did Fostex start putting there name on mics..

About 35 years ago, I believe.

 

[dmc777]

It's been my understanding that the B3 is a more versatile mic and better bang for the buck in your price range. I don't have one though.

 

[timboZ]

Dont rule out MXL's and the JoeMeek's for a-guitar and drum overheads.

 

[Minion]

If you are looking for Very low cost Condensers but with quite good quality and sound then check out theses:

http://www.homerecording.com/bbs/showthread.php?t=205294


Don"t let the $20 (Aprox) price fool you, These are very nice sounding Condenser mics especially for Drum overheads and acustic guitar or as Room mics....

Cheers

 

[LaKiS]

I own a DMP3. Ribbon mic? How much do they cost? Perception 100 costs 60 euros less than the 200. DMP 3 has a bass cut so i don't need the one on the perception 200, is that right? Also, can i live without the preattenuation pad? Between SP C1 and the perception 100/200 which is the best for the use i want? Any thoughts about the fostexs? Are conseders with small diaphragm suitable for recording voice, acoustic guitar and electric guitar cab? Don't forget i get a pair for less than 120 euros!!!!

 

[hungovermorning]

About 35 years ago, I believe.

Well then they need to get a better PR department