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warlock
New member
Ooooohhh and if I do will you buy it for me? Because I have no idea what you need it for 
Keijo
Keijo
nwsoundman
Vintage Gear Junkie
The C-3 is my favorite out of the choices given. Why? Well the SP seems to be more rounded than the Rode you picked. Meaning it is not hyped or not harsh in the high end . Also the Rode is not multi-patterned. As for the AT's, I am not a fan of the 4033.
PS This is based on using this mic for a variety of uses. If you have a particular need than I might recommend a entirely different mic.
PS This is based on using this mic for a variety of uses. If you have a particular need than I might recommend a entirely different mic.
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parapraxis
New member
I'm needing the mic for vocals, I would of put that in the main message but I didn't know if this post would get any replies... heh these posts are usually bashed but you can never have too much information.
Chris Shaeffer
Peavey ROCKS!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Well, I'd have a hard time voting- its really tricky trying to recommend a vocal mic. Voices and mics are all so varied that you just never know how well something is going to work without hearing it.
I've used a Studio Project C1, as well as heard other stuff recorded with it, and I really like the sound it gives. I've heard that the C3 sounds the same. I don't have enough experience with the other mics to really compare them, though.
If you are looking for just a vocal mic, though, you don't really need something that has switchable patterns- but having that flexablity is always nice. I thanked my lucky stars that I happened to have a figure-8 pattern mic when Harvey explained what Middle/Side micing was all about.
Good luck! The best thing would be to find a place to try them out, but I know that isn't always possible.
Chris
I've used a Studio Project C1, as well as heard other stuff recorded with it, and I really like the sound it gives. I've heard that the C3 sounds the same. I don't have enough experience with the other mics to really compare them, though.
If you are looking for just a vocal mic, though, you don't really need something that has switchable patterns- but having that flexablity is always nice. I thanked my lucky stars that I happened to have a figure-8 pattern mic when Harvey explained what Middle/Side micing was all about.
Good luck! The best thing would be to find a place to try them out, but I know that isn't always possible.
Chris
nwsoundman
Vintage Gear Junkie
Hi,
The C-3 has different tonal qualities than the C-1. To me it is warmer, and more balanced. I utilize different polar patterns all the time. For group backing vocals I might have a mic set as a omni with the singers positioned around the mic at varying distances. I like some vocals recorded with a fig. 8. Too many reasons to get the multi patterned model to list.
The C-3 has different tonal qualities than the C-1. To me it is warmer, and more balanced. I utilize different polar patterns all the time. For group backing vocals I might have a mic set as a omni with the singers positioned around the mic at varying distances. I like some vocals recorded with a fig. 8. Too many reasons to get the multi patterned model to list.
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chessrock
Banned
C3
Even though you're just using it for vocals right now, I just think you'll find a lot more uses for it down the road.
I got my Rode NT-2 right before the Studio projects line came out, and at first i was kicking myself for not saving money and buying the C1.
Now, I am thankful that I have the -10db pad, the bass roll-off switch, as well as the option of changing patterns. Somewhere down the road, you may want an extra mic for a drum overhead, and man, wouldn't that -10 pad come in handy? Or accoustic guitar, and wouldn't a bass roll-off be nice? Or an ambiant mic, and don't you wish you had an omni-directional pattern?
You're really getting more mics for the money if you get the C3.
Even though you're just using it for vocals right now, I just think you'll find a lot more uses for it down the road.
I got my Rode NT-2 right before the Studio projects line came out, and at first i was kicking myself for not saving money and buying the C1.
Now, I am thankful that I have the -10db pad, the bass roll-off switch, as well as the option of changing patterns. Somewhere down the road, you may want an extra mic for a drum overhead, and man, wouldn't that -10 pad come in handy? Or accoustic guitar, and wouldn't a bass roll-off be nice? Or an ambiant mic, and don't you wish you had an omni-directional pattern?
You're really getting more mics for the money if you get the C3.
VOXVENDOR
New member
I can't believe that the Studio Projects junk is chosen above AT4033... WTF...
Maybe im just biased cause im a Audio Technica Man..
Maybe im just biased cause im a Audio Technica Man..
Gidge
Lapdance Test Dummy
Vox,
remember that some vocalists actually sound best on a sm57......
so putting up 3 mics of decent quality like these and having us pick one is a very careless way of going about mic choice....but then again, some people dont trust their ears like theyd trust someone elses...i myself relied partly on other ears in a mic choice....
with that said id get a Marshall MXLv67 or C1 before a 4033 because the extra cost of the 4033 just isnt justified by any better performance (again, this is my untrained ears making this decision)...i would possibly consider the Rode NTK or NT1000 if they were in budget.......
remember that some vocalists actually sound best on a sm57......
so putting up 3 mics of decent quality like these and having us pick one is a very careless way of going about mic choice....but then again, some people dont trust their ears like theyd trust someone elses...i myself relied partly on other ears in a mic choice....
with that said id get a Marshall MXLv67 or C1 before a 4033 because the extra cost of the 4033 just isnt justified by any better performance (again, this is my untrained ears making this decision)...i would possibly consider the Rode NTK or NT1000 if they were in budget.......
VOXVENDOR
New member
As I said , Im biased......... Admitted it myself! I am an AT man, and I was quite suprised about the results....
I would have thought the Rode and the AT would be on top...
It was just an observation Gidge.
I would have thought the Rode and the AT would be on top...
It was just an observation Gidge.
VOXVENDOR
New member
I spoke to soon...
The AT is gaining........
5 bucks on the AT...... Any takers?
The AT is gaining........
5 bucks on the AT...... Any takers?
Gidge
Lapdance Test Dummy
Vox, since the Marshall MXLv67 wasnt in the poll, i just voted for the AT for ya.....
AT and Rode doesnt have as much spammers in their favor as the C1 here so i am NOT surprised the C1C3 has the votes it does.....just an observation.......
AT and Rode doesnt have as much spammers in their favor as the C1 here so i am NOT surprised the C1C3 has the votes it does.....just an observation.......
VOXVENDOR
New member
Gidge....
Thanks for the vote
I do now regret calling the C1 junk. that was uncalled for... Im in a piss-poor mood today and it's coming out in my posting
Thanks for the vote
I do now regret calling the C1 junk. that was uncalled for... Im in a piss-poor mood today and it's coming out in my posting
tubedude
New member
I would not call the NT1000 harsh. The NT-1, maybe... I think the NT-1000 is smoother than the 4033, but I've never had a chance to mess with the 4033 much, so I am judging by what I have heard in mp3 postings and stuff. Not too accurate way to listen, but....
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chessrock
Banned
Not on your list, but if I had to do it over again, I'd just get a Behringer B-2.
Basically, it's a reverse-engineered Rode NT-2. I know not everyone is a fan of the idea of reverse engineering, but in the case of microphones, everyone's been doing it anyway!
For $200, you are basically getting a rode nt-2. Not bad.
Basically, it's a reverse-engineered Rode NT-2. I know not everyone is a fan of the idea of reverse engineering, but in the case of microphones, everyone's been doing it anyway!
For $200, you are basically getting a rode nt-2. Not bad.
nwsoundman
Vintage Gear Junkie
TubeDude,
I should clarify. The NT1000 is not nearly as harsh prone as the AT. With some female vocalists the Rode does not sound right in the high end. A little harsh and edgy. The C-3 is not like that. There is no one mic or brand for that matter that is going to be perfect all the time. I would get the NTK over the 1000 as far as Rodes go. I like the 1000 but not nearly as much as the NTK or NTV. I think this way because I would not own more than one Rode mic and like their tube stuff better.
I should clarify. The NT1000 is not nearly as harsh prone as the AT. With some female vocalists the Rode does not sound right in the high end. A little harsh and edgy. The C-3 is not like that. There is no one mic or brand for that matter that is going to be perfect all the time. I would get the NTK over the 1000 as far as Rodes go. I like the 1000 but not nearly as much as the NTK or NTV. I think this way because I would not own more than one Rode mic and like their tube stuff better.
alanhyatt
PMI Audio Group
VOXVENDOR said:
If you are an AT man, then get an AT. This way you will be happy. It won't matter if the C3 sounds better, or is more flexible, because you will be happy with the AT. So it sounds like you are sold...get the AT.
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Harvey Gerst
New member
Let's also make sure we're not talking apples and oranges here, either.
The 4033 is a 1/2" electret mic - the C1 uses a 1", externally polarized capsule. Two very different animals.
And if you're talking about the C3, you're adding two more polar patterns which are extremely useful.
The 4033 is a 1/2" electret mic - the C1 uses a 1", externally polarized capsule. Two very different animals.
And if you're talking about the C3, you're adding two more polar patterns which are extremely useful.
VOXVENDOR
New member
Mr. Hyatt,
I stated that I regretted making that comment.. Although you might have missed that post when reading the above thread....
Im open for game, but like anyone.. I have my favorites.
I don't think theres any need for me to explain further.
Cheers
Joe
I stated that I regretted making that comment.. Although you might have missed that post when reading the above thread....
Im open for game, but like anyone.. I have my favorites.
I don't think theres any need for me to explain further.
Cheers
Joe
VOXVENDOR
New member
Harvey Gerst said:
Correct, and im on the fence of which animal to purchase.... I've already got a 4033 and it would be nice to have a twin brother for it.... But then and again it would be nice to add something else to the menu....
So, while what you say about comparing is totally true.. I am forced to compare apples to oranges, since I want 2 different things, but will ultimately end up with only one at the moment...
Im right on the fence... either one would be nice....
It's a matter of listening....