blindspotlighti
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I am looking to invest in a quality microphone. I do not have a limitless budget, but do want the best value purchase that can deliver listenable home studio quality.
I have been using an Audio-Technica AT-2020 for years, and am now realizing that all my vocal recordings sound terrible because it is not picking up the low end of my voice. I am in the baritone range, but sound my best in the bass range. I got this microphone for free used, it may even have some damage, but it's very clear what it's capturing is nothing like I hear even when I sing live through a basic dynamic mic.
I also use this to capture acoustic guitar and other live sound in a variety of settings, so being something all purpose is ideal. My understanding is much of the value of more expensive mics is capturing the low end more efficiently, so hoping I can get a do-it-all mic that captures my bass voice sound effectively.
Primary use is home studio, so assuming a condenser mic is the best option (running through a Babyface Pro, so preamps should be good), but if there is a dynamic option that I can then bring to gigs and be guaranteed quality, that would be exciting. If there's a second, cheaper option anyone knows of for that purpose, please let me know.
Thanks so much for any advice you may have!
I have been using an Audio-Technica AT-2020 for years, and am now realizing that all my vocal recordings sound terrible because it is not picking up the low end of my voice. I am in the baritone range, but sound my best in the bass range. I got this microphone for free used, it may even have some damage, but it's very clear what it's capturing is nothing like I hear even when I sing live through a basic dynamic mic.
I also use this to capture acoustic guitar and other live sound in a variety of settings, so being something all purpose is ideal. My understanding is much of the value of more expensive mics is capturing the low end more efficiently, so hoping I can get a do-it-all mic that captures my bass voice sound effectively.
Primary use is home studio, so assuming a condenser mic is the best option (running through a Babyface Pro, so preamps should be good), but if there is a dynamic option that I can then bring to gigs and be guaranteed quality, that would be exciting. If there's a second, cheaper option anyone knows of for that purpose, please let me know.
Thanks so much for any advice you may have!