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When it comes to vocal production, oftentimes the most important decision is which microphone to use.
While the perfect candidate depends largely on the singer and the style of music, my personal experience has shown that there are a handful of microphones I consistently rely on and trust for their exceptional performance in the recording studio.
Acoustic guitar is a delicate instrument, and requires a microphone that’s capable of capturing that nuance and subtlety of your performance.
Finding a microphone that can handle all the abuse of a live performance, as well as life on the road, while still capturing the full range of your voice, is one of the most important decisions a singer can make.
In this review, I’ll be looking at the Neumann U 87 Ai condenser microphone. This is the updated version of the original U 87, which had its debut in 1967.
Capturing the tone of a guitar amp is as much about microphone choice as it is about personal preference. While there are plenty of mics that can get the job done, not all are created equal – some are simply more reliable and require less touch-up in post-production.
The sound of your drums can make or break your mix, and while there are exceptions to every rule, getting the perfect drum sound is no laughing matter.