Hi Everyone!

I've been thinking about getting a good vocal microphone, but don't know how good some of them are. There sure are a lot of different ones available. I would like a very directional mic with good sound qualities. Any suggestions? What kind of mic does everyone use? Thanks, any information will be greatly appreciated.

Peter

Sennheiser 855 http://www.sennheiser.com/sennheiser/icm.nsf

EV ND767a http://www.electrovoice.com/Electrovoice/products.nsf/allpages/937B84C17B940EBE 86256B96005D42AD

Shure SM58 http://www.shure.com/microphones/models/sm58.asp

In the studio for recording I use a Audio Technica AT4033
http://www.audio-technica.com/prodpro/profiles/AT4033CL.html




[This message has been edited by Dnj (edited 04-24-2003).]

Peter.... My first suggestion is to try different ones, with YOUR equipment if you can ... You may have to go to a couple of shops, because not all dealers carry all brands .... I recently purchased a Sennheiser e-845 off e-bay (at considerably less than a dealer) and am very satisfied with it ....
good luck...
t.

Peter,
I use an AKG C1000S and it is a great condenser mic.

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jam on,
Terry http://imjazzed.homestead.com/Index.html

Another good choice :

AKG C3000 ! Excellent sound, requires phantom power.
http://www2.akg.com/products/powerslave,mynodeid,164,id,220,pid,220,_language,EN.html

Roel

I use Rode NT1 (condenser) and Sennhieser E845 (Dynamic). Both are perfect for vocals. I used to have Shure SM58 and AKG C3000, they are not bad but the NT1 and E845 are much much better on vocals IMHO.

Shaz

I like Shure mics:

Beta 58A (better than SM 58)

Beta 87a (Condenser)

-- José.

Here's the link to mine. I use the Shure 55SH mic and it sounds great!http://www.shure.com/microphones/models/55sh.asp

Angelo

Thanks for the suggestions, everyone. I knew I could count on the great synthzone folks.

Peter

I bought the EV767 based on Uncle Dave's recommendation and I love it.

[This message has been edited by Tom Cavanaugh (edited 04-25-2003).]