New with a question

[dhall152@caroli]

Hello folks, I've really enjoyed reading the informative post on this forum.

I am completely new to all of this recording thing although I have been reading a lot on the subject lately.

Here's my question; I need a decent, not pro, mic to record acoustic guitar and vocals to Mixcraft 4 or Reaper using a preamp USB interface. My voice is low end and I don't have much projection. The music I want to record will be from country to music in the style of Jim Croce.

From what I've been reading, good quality voice recording depends on matching voice to mic?

I don't mind used in the $100 - $150 range.

I just don't want to wast money on a mic that's want suit my need.

Thanks for any suggestions

 

[KineticSound]

There are many on this board who may recommend a MXL or Rode for your application. I haven't used MXL's much, but like the Audio Technica AT-2020 for low-register voices and guitars. You can pick them up new for $100.

If you want a sample, check my website at http://web.mac.com/david.swinehartand listen to the LLG song "Summertime". The low-register female lead was recorded using a 2020 without much treatment.

 

[dhall152@caroli]

Thanx, I'll check it out.

 

[Ridickolas]

Be sure to check out the Studio Projects B1 (make sure it's the studio projects one and not behringer) which is really good for the price on acoustic guitar & vox.

 

[Randy Johnson]

It will be helpful for you to be very clear about how mics work. Check this article out. It will help you get more clear about the best choice for your $$$

www.microphone-data.com/pdfs/Choosing the right mic.pdf

 

[dhall152@caroli]

Thanks again for the comments, I'll check it all out.