My head is spinning from reading 5 hours worth of message board talk on mics, software ect.
I have a couple of questions. If anyone would help out, I would be VERY grateful.
Right now I want to get the best possible vocal sound I can get.
My voice: http://www.vertomedia.com/thesongithoughtwouldgetherback.mp3Also my voice and studio work:
http://www.purevolume.com/arvisStyle of Voice: Pop/Rock/Emo
Vocal style I want to achieve:http://www.vertomedia.com/tbslastsummer.mp3As you can hear, you can hear the slight crackling in his voice, the high end
so present, the compression is so smooth.
My current setup (Essential equipment listed):
Isolated vocal booth with 2” foam and 4 bass traps at all corners
MXL V69ME current mic of choice
EMU 1820
Sonar 3
Plugins used in most vocal setups:
Magneto Tube Warmth
Waves Audio Track set to -34 Threshold, 6-8 Ratio
L2 Ultramizer
Sontitus Reverb
Autotune 4
My question:
I find that the MXLV69 can be a bit too smooth, not enough bite, or top end sparkle, or IN YOUR FACE.
Now, this could be due to my:
1. A/D converters, although I believe they are supposed to be very nice.
2. My microphone (this is what I believe to be the weak link)
3. Or my plugins setup (may contribute)
Now taking these things in consideration, which mic for under $500 dollars will allow me to get the sound I am looking for, or to upgrade my current sound? I was thinking EV RE20, KSM32, & AT4033. I WISH I knew what the big boys used in their setups.
If you could please let me know 1.
Which mic you recommend 2.
Which compressor plug in to use. Or…..
4.
ANY COMMENTS WELCOME!Thank you SO very much.
Ben reece
Email at vertodesign.com