Gearing Up
MiCROPHONES
Large Diaphragm
Condenser Microphones !
Studio use!
Small
Diaphragm
Condenser Microphones !
Live use!
AKG Perception 120 - The
most basic of its series, this
microphone is a great starter
LDC mic for anyone looking to
try out recording. If you are
feeling daring, this mic has
several older siblings, such as
the Perception 220, 420, and
the vacuum-tube-powered
820, which offer a goodbetter-best sound and build
quality.!
Shure Beta87A - This is an
example of an everyday SDC
mic used for live applications.
This microphone is similar to
the Shure Beta58A, but has a
slightly different pickup pattern
and requires phantom power.!
!
!
Neumann KMS 105
!
Neumann KMS 105 - A high
end solution for the professional
vocalist. From build quality to
s o u n d q u a l i t y, t h e d e t a i l
involved in manufacturing this
product is superb. This
microphone is a true gem for
vocalists looking for the highest
quality in a live microphone.!
!
Neumann TLM 103 Neumann is unparalleled in its
quality for professional vocal
applications in the studio. The
TLM 103 is a great product by
Neumann, and is offered at a
reasonable price for top
quality vocal recordings. This
microphone is partly designed
after its legendary older
brother, the U87, which is a
staple in the recording
industry for being one of the
most versatile and best
sounding microphones
available.
!
Neumann TLM 103
QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS
FOR GEARING UP
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Though there are thousands of
d i ff e r e n t m i c r o p h o n e s b y
hundreds of different
manufacturers, the two main
types (Dynamic and
Condenser) are what you’ll
encounter most. With this
guide, you should be able to
easily identify a microphone by
type and what application it’s
best suited for.■
MICHAEL HARMON
WHO IS HE? Based in Massachusetts, USA, Michael is a
Berklee College of Music graduate. While drumming
remains one of his first passions, Michael performs with
several bands around the Northeast U.S. He educates
young musicians in audio production and supports the art
of independent record making.
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