Microphones: Product Features
Front and CenterJul 1, 2007, By Robert Hanson One of the most crucial aspects of nearly any live performance is the lead singer. Seeking musical perfection, other bandmembers spend thousands on their... Keep It in the Stereo RealmFeb 1, 2007, By Matt Gallagher Known for their ease of use, precision, versatility and ability to quickly deliver high-quality results, dedicated stereo microphones are sometimes preferable... Supersize My MicJul 1, 2006, By Michael Cooper If large-diaphragm condenser mics performed identically to their small-diaphragm cousins, engineers would probably buy the behemoth versions anyway just because they look so cool. But besides the confidence that size and weight bring, recording with a large-diaphragm condenser (LDC) mic offers several practical advantages—and drawbacks—compared to capturing a performance using a small-diaphragm model. ... Road-Ready Vocal MicsJul 1, 2005, By Steve LaCerra If there's one thing you'll find on just about every stage this summer, it's a handheld vocal microphone. Wired handhelds are the “grunts” of the live sound industry: Forever subject to physical stress and often screamed at, these mics put up with more artist abuse than a tired tour manager. ... New Studio Microphones In 2004Mar 1, 2005, By Roger Maycock Guitar Greatness, March 2005Mar 1, 2005, By Kevin Becka Ribbon RenaissanceSep 1, 2004, By Sarah Jones Everything old is new again. When ribbon mics emerged in the 1930s, their “natural” sound, directional characteristics and noise-reduction capabilities offered distinct sonic advantages over their predecessors in broadcast, film and music recording. A few decades later, with the introduction of lightweight, sturdy condenser microphones, ribbons were suddenly considered unwieldy and impractical, and with the exception of a couple diehards, production all but stopped. But as the microphones disappeared, the legend lived on and classic ribbons grew very difficult to come by. ... Recording VocalsSep 1, 2004, By Blair Jackson “Finding the right mic is like finding the right lover,” says New York–based producer/engineer/studio owner Steve Rosenthal. “Because if you find the match for your voice, and people sit in the control room and then at home and feel what you’re trying to say as a singer and feel the presence of your voice in a very clear way, it’s a very special thing. It’s not easy to find that mic that translates your personality for you. Some singers are into the search; for some, it doesn’t really matter. But I think it really does make a difference and, of course, for engineers and producers, it really does matter.”... The Big BeatJul 1, 2004, By Blair Jackson As the signature sound of world music groups to Latin acts like Gloria Estefan and contemporary pop legend Carlos Santana, percussion plays an essential, even lead role in the mix; in some cases, even to the point of “sharing” vocal duties with lead singers. To balance the nuance of percussion's contribution, engineers have developed some very specific techniques. ... Hot, Hot…Hot!!!May 20, 2004 For pro and project studios alike, no instrument is quite so vital as the microphone. From Nashville to Tokyo, London to New York, money is always well spent on better consoles, monitors, guitars and computers, but no one tool can change a voice or instrument's sound and personality quite like a great mic—whether a classic vintage or faithful modern tube condenser. Fortunately, if you're upgrading to your first really good condenser or adding to a well-stocked cabinet, there's no shortage of new tube mics to choose from. ... Hot Mic Picks from Mix Tradeshow CoverageMay 20, 2004 Hot Mic Picks from 2001 Tradeshow CoverageMay 20, 2004 Hot Mic Picks from 2003 Tradeshow CoverageMay 20, 2004 You Can Never Have Enough MicsMay 20, 2004 Vintage mics are just plain cool. Both legacy and newbie mic builders continue to study at the altar of past designs of diaphragms, backplates, housings, electronics and capsules, while breaking new ground with emulations and innovations. The majority of that infatuation has been tube- and large-diaphragm-based, but a nice crop of fresh, new small-condenser mics have popped up over the past year. ... Handheld Vocal MicrophonesMay 20, 2004 Studio users spend years searching for the ultimate vintage mic, but the situation is reversed with live sound. Mics for onstage performance keep getting better, and the market for old handheld models from the ’40s, ’50s and ’60s is virtually nonexistent. Most performers and sound reinforcement engineers are constantly checking out recent models, looking for the ultimate new mic.... Microphonesadvertisement |
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