A well-chosen small set of mics for the studio can outlive some of the extravagant ones that can come and go. Here we list our six essential studio mics by type that we think deserve a place in your mic cupboard, and why you need them.
Five Mics To Have In Your Location Filming Kit
Capturing high-quality audio should be one of the primary considerations when embarking on any kind of film shoot. In this article, Paul Maunder considers the top 5 microphone types to have in your filming kit to cover you in a wide variety of situations.
Lewitt PURE TUBE Microphone Released
Microphone manufacturer LEWITT, has announced Pure Tube, which they say is aimed at vocal recording. We have the details.
Recording Keyboard? To Get The Best Then Start Here
While many keyboard instruments live completely inside the DAW, being able to record anything with real keys on is an essential skill. Whatever the recording situation, the good news is that a bit of listening and pragmatism can go a long way.
Recording Snare Drum? Start Here
With the snare drum being perhaps the most prominent rhythmic element in a track, getting the recording right means getting the drum right, and knowing what close mics are trying to achieve. Here’s where we suggest you start.
Pro Tools Carbon Impedance Settings Tested With Electric Guitar
We check out the variable impedance options on the Avid Pro Tools Carbon audio interface with electric guitars. Listen to the audio examples.
Microphone Polar Patterns And Why They Matter
A microphone’s polar pattern can be a powerful tool when trying to control what the mic hears, what it doesn’t hear and where you can put it without compromising the sound. There’s more to mics than cardioid.
Recording Acoustic Guitar? Start Here
Good results on acoustic guitar can be had by those working in modest studios with minimal gear. Conversely its still possible for instruments to sound less than their best in larger facilities; here are the things to get right whatever the studio.
Find Of The Week - Mic Bar Extensions
There are times when you need to attach a mic to a stand and it feels like wrestling a greased octopus. We have a way to make things easier and for not a lot of money.
Pro Tools Carbon Impedance Settings Tested With Ribbon And Dynamic Microphones
We check out the variable impedance options on the Avid Pro Tools Carbon audio interface with both ribbon and dynamic microphones. Listen to the audio examples.
Tierra Audio New Twenties Microphone - Tested
Tierra Audio’s stable of studio tools sees a new edition with the release of the New Twenties condenser mic. With a characterful sound and styling to match, we got our hands on one to to soak in its sounds. How does it perform? Listen and decide for yourself…
Find Of The Week - United Studio Technologies UT-Twin87 Microphone
Steve DeMott shares his find of the week, a pair of U87 style mics from United Studio Technologies with switchable Vintage and Modern voicings.
5 Alternative Mics To Beat The Same Old Studio Choices
With the established studio grandees in many cases doing a great job without any problem, alternatives can get overlooked. Before reaching for the usual suspects, here are 5 alternatives that we would consider using and our reasons for trying them.
Experts Dream Studio Advent Calendar - Day 14 Neumann U87 Ai
The Experts team wondered what we thought people would want to find behind the windows of a dream studio advent calendar. Paul’s next choice is the Neumann U87.
Free Neumann Microphone And Monitoring Day - 16 November 2022
Neumann are holding a Microphone and Monitoring Day at Tileyard London’s TYX studios. Taking place between 11:00 and 19:00 on 16 November 2022, the free event offers the perfect chance for those interested in Neumann products to hear them in person.
Everything You Need To Know About Ribbon Microphones
What applications do ribbons lend themselves to in today’s studio workflows and what modern-day ribbons should we consider if we want to buy one for our studio?
Antelope Audio Edge Note Modelling Microphone Announced
Under the guidance of visionary engineer and CEO Igor Levin, Antelope Audio have today announced the arrival of the Edge Note modelling microphone, the company’s take on small diaphragm technology for the well-established Edge range. With some additional interface news, we have the details.
Three Microphone Specs You Shouldn't Ignore
While no-one buys a microphone based on specs alone, some of the lesser-known numbers can make practical difference to a recording. We take a look.
Neumann Announce M49V Reissue
Neumann have confirmed the rumour that they will be reissuing the legendary M49, a classic multipattern valve condenser mic first produced in 1949. The run is expected to be extremely limited and won’t be cheap but if the U67 reissue is anything to go by the results will be spectacular.
Experts Name Their Favourite Microphone
What is your favourite microphone in your collection? We asked our contributors to share their thoughts. The responses were both interesting and varied. Have you used any of these and which would you choose either from this collection or from your own?