What Condenser/Vocal mic should I buy?

[OnlyGrace]

I'm needing a nice, clear sounding, condenser microphone for my vocals, guitar, mandolin, and violin. I was thinking of the AT 2020, Samson C01,OSP STM-1300, or MXL 2006. What do you guys think I should go with?

 

[Weasel9992]

I'm needing a nice, clear sounding, condenser microphone for my vocals, guitar, mandolin, and violin. I was thinking of the AT 2020, Samson C01,OSP STM-1300, or MXL 2006. What do you guys think I should go with?

I've only used two on that list (the AT and the MXL), and they both sounded pretty thin to me. If you can afford a bit more, Shure's KSM27 is a good budget-friendly offering.

Frank

 

[ghetto3jon]

the Audio Technica AT4040 is a good all-around budget condenser. you may have to eBay one to fit your price range, but it would be worth it.

(antichef's DMP3 giveaway ends tomorrow...vote for me or someone else: https://homerecording.com/bbs/showthread.php?t=271855)

 

[dgatwood]

The problem is that mics that are good for instruments tend to be less than flattering for vocals and vice-versa. The AT2020 would probably be reasonable for instruments (at least I've used it on Cello with reasonable success), but is not particularly suited to vocal recording, IMHO.

 

[Dogbreath]

And to throw another option in the midst, check out a V67. I use mine for vocals and for $100 (usd) it's a pretty good mic.

 

[hairylarry]

some options

OnlyGrace,

At the low end the MCA SP-1 from PSSL. $40

For a little more money a used Audio Technica AT4054 or a Superlux CM-H8c. Both probably around $150 but you have to work to get a 4054.

Thanks,

Hairy Larry

 

[pohaku]

+1 on the AT-4054. A real bargain!