Microphone for vocals and bass

Terrorstorm · #1 01-03-2007, 11:47 AM

Hi guys,...
I need a decent mic for vocals and microphoning the bass cab, if possible for 100 - 150 $.

Thanks

MysticMichael · #2 01-03-2007, 11:56 AM

Shure SM-57...

AGCurry · #3 01-04-2007, 10:21 AM

Well, there you are in Europe. Find a used Sennheiser MD 421.

MattD · #4 01-04-2007, 12:23 PM

Hmm, if it's going to have to be used for both i'd agree with the 57/8

addylewis · #5 01-04-2007, 01:21 PM

Never tried it on bass, but the Superlux CMH8a is a nice mic - but you need phantom power for it (basically a studio vocal condensor...) then again, did that stop George Martin and Geoff Emerick when using the expensive version (AKG-C12) during the Sgt. Pepper sessions? Nope - the bass on Sgt Pepper is done with a mic with a slightly LESS flat response than the Superlux...worth a try maybe, and its within your price range I think. Otherwise I'd try a Beta58 or SM58...

ihateusernames · #6 01-04-2007, 01:40 PM

If a studio condensor mic is not a consideration I'd recommend a Beta58 as an acceptable compromise between those two instruments for the price range. Others have used Beta57's with good results (I have not tried one yet). I REALLY hate the sound of SM57's and can only barely accept an SM58. My experiences are mostly limited to Shure products.

hyperlitem · #7 01-05-2007, 11:11 AM

you might be able to pick up a rode nt-1a used for that. The problem being your gonna need to blend the bass with something other than a condensor most likely for that price. For instance when i track bass im using 4 inputs, one for DI and 3 mics. IF you split your bass and recorded a direct signal as well as a condensor youd probably get deceant results. Ive also heard good things about that at2020 and thatsonly $100 new.

Richard Lindsey · #8 01-05-2007, 03:28 PM

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Originally Posted by AGCurry

Well, there you are in Europe. Find a used Sennheiser MD 421.

+1. That's what I'd do. IME it'd do a better job on the bass than a 57/58, and IMO it's a better vocal mike (for some voices anyway) than is often assumed.

AGCurry · #9 01-05-2007, 08:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Richard Lindsey

+1. That's what I'd do. IME it'd do a better job on the bass than a 57/58, and IMO it's a better vocal mike (for some voices anyway) than is often assumed.

I would venture to say that it's one of the best dynamic vocal mics ever made as well as being much more used on bass cabinets than the Shures.

Joesick · #10 01-06-2007, 04:48 PM

SM58s work better for vocals and bass than SM57s, they get a bit poppy when you record vocals through them. I suppose if you stick a sponge on one then it would be alright for vocals.

Rick Brienzo · #11 01-06-2007, 04:58 PM

All are good choices so far. I really like this mic on bass and vocals.

Studio Projects B1 $119.99

Unknowndude · #12 01-06-2007, 07:31 PM

I just got a SM57, but I plan to use it for miking guitar. I don't have a super bass amp, and I like the results I get plugging direct in and messing with computer plugins. It's definately pretty decent for vocals, make sure you put a windscreen on, it seems to help reduce pops and noise. I think a cheaper condenser might be the way to go in your situation though, they're really useful for bass and especially vocals.