Should I upgrade mic?

[Mark Schuler]

I currently use an Audio Technica AT4033 for vocals. I'm wondering if it would make a big difference to upgrade to a Neumann TLM 102. I have an FMR "Really Nice Preamp" and the FMR "Really Nice Compressor". I'm using a Korg D16 Hard disc recorder.

An additional question: I may add a TC Helicon VoiceTone Correct Pedal. Will that be the weak link, and make it not worth it to get the Neumann?

 

[mixsit]

I don't know the the mics but for crossing paths with the AT a few times, but as their both capable of doing a quality job, unless you're zeroing in on some specific tailored fit that the thing does better on, wouldn't likely be a case of 'slightly different, but not necessarily better' change? A lot of this stuff is like that; doing very well but a slightly different flavor.. but of what you put it on, and how you place it.

 

[mixsit]

The other version is yes, you should get and have some other mics (as you can..) and see where they land for you.


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Ok, that's interesting. I take it your thinking of adding it into your recording path?
(No opine, other than the standard 'when in doubt leave it out' (That can apply to a simple path is clean(er)' and, it can also be better to leave stuff like that to mix time.

 

[Mark Schuler]

Thanks CatHouse.. It sounds like it might not be worth the money to get the Neumann. You are right; The AT does a great job. I was just wondering if the other would be a huge improvement. I think you just saved me $700!