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Topic: Mic for Dobro |
Lyle Bradford
From:
Gilbert WV USA (deceased)
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Posted 18 Jan 2003 6:02 pm |
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| What is a good mic for dobro and acoustic guitar in the $300 range? |
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mikey
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New Jersey
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Posted 18 Jan 2003 6:54 pm
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It matters what it is for?...Recording..a Large Diaphram Condenser(at least)...Live ...small Diaphram Condenser...I use AKG's in both situations...the 1000 live...a 3000 for recording (along w/ the 1000, but to explain in detail email me...)...BUT...I have just recently been turned on to( at Christmas) the Lace Dobro sensor...I have been using it for a couple of weeks...it doesn't have to be permanently installed, but after a week, I did (It comes w/ everthing you need for both installations, endpin becomes the jack,minor drilling,can still use your strap, then you just need a Vol. Pedal) NO feedback at high volume...very pure tone...Live, I use it now instead of miking...but still use a combination of mikes for recording, and not the pick-up.
Aloha,
Mike
PS...Acoustics, I use/used the same mikes and set ups for recording and live, but I switched to a Fishman rare earth humbucker a long time ago for live work...in both instances...tone was the primary concern, but also, I CAN'T STAND (no pun intended) in the same spot all night... You gotta move!!!...also, I fell in love w/ wireless systems early on w/ my electrics, (I've tripped over cables too many times)...I've even set up my home studio w/ sennheiser wireless headphones...recording wise it doesn't matter, (except you can get a better performance when you don't have to worry about the freaking wires from the cans around your neck, when they are neccesary)...but during playback they are a little noisier than wired 'phones...
Mike[This message was edited by mikey on 18 January 2003 at 07:26 PM.] |
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DroopyPawn
From:
Fox, OK, USA
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Posted 19 Jan 2003 12:13 pm
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You can get a pair of Oktava M012s for that price too. I've tried both. I think I like the Oktavas better.
gs
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Alvin Blaine
From:
Picture Rocks, Arizona, USA
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Posted 19 Jan 2003 12:46 pm
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| I bought two Shure KSM-27 Mics just over a year ago and Ilove them. Most stores sell for $279-$299. I got two of them for just over $400. And they are MADE IN USA! |
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Stephen Gambrell
From:
Over there
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Posted 19 Jan 2003 2:38 pm
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| Droops, you are absolutely RIGHT!! I bought a pair of the Oktavas from Musician's Friend for 199.00, and they're hot! Give 'em a try. I keep one in my Dobro case, and one in my guitar case. NO MORE 57's for me! |
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Ron Randall
From:
Dallas, Texas, USA
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Posted 19 Jan 2003 4:12 pm
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Neumann KM184, and a good preamp. New ones are a little high, used price should be right in there. You will never be sorry you got the best.
"The best sob made is just barely good enough". |
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mikey
From:
New Jersey
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Posted 19 Jan 2003 5:51 pm
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the concept that hasn't been addressed is ..Live or Recording...I'd go w/the better mics for recording...but live you need to bring a lot more outboard gear for yourself w/ condensers...SM 57's do make life easier...no phantom power...can use on amp or acoustic...no need for preamp or compressor...less to go wrong during a performance...high feedback resistance...low maintinence...
mike |
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Lyle Bradford
From:
Gilbert WV USA (deceased)
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Posted 19 Jan 2003 7:44 pm
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| I would mostly be in live situations. I have 57's and 58's and neither really have the punch for an acoustic sound. Thanks to all for your opinions. Mikey I have emailed you after your first post. what is a good preamp that can be used for both instruments equally well. |
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Steve Hinson
From:
Hendersonville Tn USA
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Posted 20 Jan 2003 3:53 am
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Michael Brebes
From:
Northridge CA
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Posted 20 Jan 2003 7:50 am
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| An excellent sounding mic for both live and recording is the Audio Technica ATM35. It is a miniature condensor with a small gooseneck with a spring clamp. I clamp it onto the resonator cover, position it, and it stays right where I want it without having to worry about playing to a mic. |
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