Shure, Rode, Audio Technica poll

[Patrick3g]

Which mic would you prefer (if any) and why :

1.) Shure ksm27/sl
2.) Rode Nt1000
3.) Audio Technica At4040
4.) Marshall MXlV69 ME
5.) Rode Nt1-A

 

[Buck62]

I'd go with the V69 or a Rode NTK.

There's something about those tube mics that make a nasal, so-so voice like mine sound smooth as silk.

If getting the best possible sound (for the money) is your aim, go with the NTK.

If saving a few $$ is imperative, get the V69.

 

[rdozz]

I own a NT1000, V69, and AT4040 the AT4040 and I think all 3 mics are a great value. The V69 tends to get used more than the others on vocals. The AT4040 sounds good on most acoustic guitars, I have tried it on. I like the NT1000 on a muddy voice. The NT1000 can get harsh on high-pitched voices like a soprano. This is my opinion from very limited experience.

Rob

 

[Patrick3g]

Thanks for all your help, after auditioning a few mics I went with the at4047

 

[Patrick3g]

After a long and stressfull search to find the best mic under $700 for my bright and slightly thin voice (several article reveiws, thread mic comparisions, and 2 mic auditions later) I chose the at4047 becuse its extremely crisp & clear while producing a natrual sound with a smooth and warm prescence to my voice.
Although most of the mics I auditioned, and where planning to purchase are a little cheaper then the at4047, I was easily willing to put up the extra $200-$300

Mics I auditioned:
1.) Rode Nt1-A (overall good and versatile but to bright for me and harsh on highs)
2.) Rode Nt1000 (same without the harshness; both pick up everything pretty good )
3.) Audio Technica at3035 (great, nice presence, crisp but not as natrual and live as thier 40 line)
4.) Akg C-2000B ( to muddy for my voice)
5.) Akg C-3000B ( same)
6.) Shure Ksm27/sl (surprisingly great definitly holds its own but not as natrual or warm as the 4047)
7.) Audio Technica at4040 (as with the 3035 its a really great mic but the 4047 is just that much better with an overall similar sound.)

I would recomend the at4047 to anyone with a mid to high voice who desires more prescence doing rap,r&b, and even rock vocals on a tight budget.