Cheap mic preamp that rules....the Studio Projects VTB-1. At one time they were $99, but I think they're $129 now. Great on bass, vocals, and acoustic guitar. It lets you operate in Tube mode, solid state mode, or a blend of both (adjustable). Absolutely awesome.

If you want a SMOKING deal on a re-branded mic, look into the Alesis AM50, 51, 60 and 61. The 50 & 51 are both FET mics, while the 60 & 61 are Tube. You can pick them up on eBay for under $200, if they're available, because nobody knows what they are, or what they sound like. Those who do, won't sell them.

These were $1200-1500 mics new, and they sound like it!

They were designed and built by GT, then rebranded as Alesis. I wouldn't sell mine for anything.

Corey

LoL......Hey SHUTUP !!!! Your gonna ruin it for us mic SLUTZ !!! Well there goes the two I have been watching on eBay this week

Yea, Aspen kinda got screwed on that deal.....Alesis just Blew It. Yes they are GT Mics, and Damn fine ones as Corey has just pointed out

So basically, this setup with my tenor, somewhat michael jackson sound is good for R&B vocals? I might have to get it! hehe

Well Lance, I think your voice would sound great through any vocal chain, you have what I like to call "IT".

I really dig your voice, I really do.

If I was recording you, GT MD1A or U47 Mic --> LA2A comp --> Neve 1073 Pre..... I bet that would be Magic

Wow man, thanx for the props and also, thanx for that vocal chain thought

Of course U47 LA2A Neve 1073 sounds like heaven lol!!!

CHINESE mikes????? Anybody here ever read about the child labor over there????

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CHINESE mikes????? Anybody here ever read about the child labor over there????

Of course. Thats the reason I'll only buy Nike sneakers.

Mike

Thanks corey.. I did do some searches online about a year ago...and I mistakingly thought that GT wouldn't deal with them because (A) they sold the line to Alesis, and (B) they don't do repairs out of warranty especially on lines they sold to Alesis.. I Think I couldn't find a repair or parts listing on their site. It's been awhile and I'll look into it further. Thanks for the tip.

ORIGINAL: Rbh
Thanks corey.. I did do some searches online about a year ago...and I mistakingly thought that GT wouldn't deal with them because (A) they sold the line to Alesis, and (B) they don't do repairs out of warranty especially on lines they sold to Alesis.. I Think I couldn't find a repair or parts listing on their site. It's been awhile and I'll look into it further. Thanks for the tip.

We picked up our AM61 at Mars Music for $50, just before they closed their doors. It came without the shockmount or fancy case, but had the power supply and the cable.... and they didn't think it worked. We called GT, had a nice conversation, and found out GT had purchased the line back from Alesis, when Alesis was going through it's fiscal difficulties.

Mailed them just the mic, received it back with a paper invoice... they original tube had broken (not gone bad, BROKEN) at some point in its life. They replaced it, charged us half rate on the bench-time, and had it back to us in less than a week.

Did I mention they included the paper invoice in the shipment? No credit card required... just fixed it, sent it back, and waited patiently for us to send out a check.

I've since had the opportunity to use other GT products, and they're the real deal! I watch eBay constantly for cousins. I'd love to own another AM61.

Corey

These MXL mics look interesting. HOWEVER, if you don't like them their yours anyway. The return policy of this company does not offer refunds or exchanges on mics. Buyer beware...

Howdy. Is this mic you suggested good for vocals?

+ Is it on amazon or ebay?

Thanks.

Here's a page with a demo!

That demo site is very interesting. After listening to all of the mics on there, my fave is the Heil PR-40 (next to the AKG C414 of course). It sounds fairly flat across the mid's and has a nice, but not overly pronounced bottom end and the highs sound nice and smooth. Anyone here usng a PR-40? How do you like it?

I'd also be interested in hearing others' favorites from this site.

Thanks.

Mine came in this week (MCA SP-1) My preliminary test reveals a good "honest" sound. The specks show a frequency range of 30hz-20khzs (typical) and the graph shows it fairly flat from 100hz till about 5khz then it start to slope up about 5db til 20k. Its -10db from about 30k then slopes up to 0db at about 85hz. Anyway it sounds close to my AKG 3030 which sold new for $300+ back in the day. Not bad for a $39.00 mic. And talk about FAST SHIPPING Pro Sound and Stage Lighting was incredible. I'm going to order another one before they are discountinued or sold out.

Sorry about that I got my numbers wrong. Its actually a AKG 4033

ORIGINAL: Dave King

AKG 3030 which sold new for $300+ back in the day.

Are you sure that's not an Audio-Technica 3030? I've never heard of an AKG 3030.

Thanks.

I must have taken a double dose of stupid when I wrote this..ITS not an AKG it is an Audio Technica...DUH. Thanks for keeping me on my toes

ORIGINAL: Lanceindastudio

My projects have 10-12 or more vocals. I record left and right of the same parts on all backgrounds and the lead sometimes for the chorus.

This is lot of stereo. I like to do each take separate and try to mimic the take before. It adds human feel to it as the takes arent exact. Ill take this over a two mic recorded stereo take any day. Give me some character.

Correct, everybody works different.

I like YOUR style. XD

I gotta get me one of these mics now. I'm new to this whole pro-audio set-up, but when I've settled in I hope to make some awesome songs.

The mic is smooth man. Buy it! Its a miracle find. Like said on this thread, many have reviewed if you read this trhead, it is close to the akg 414, which is an awesome smooth mic.