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Title: Tube Vs. FET Condenser Mics
Post by: Black Sheep on July 30, 2005, 12:03:26 AM

I'm gettin ready to add some toys to my studio. One of which is a high end mic for acoustic and vocal applications. I have been torn as to which avenue to take. I have read up on alot, and even done some 1 on 1 'shootouts' with some great mics. And by great mics I mean:

Lawson
Blue
Brauner
Telefunken
Neumann
Soundelux...etc...

All seem to copy either the Neumann or the Telefunken (German engineering, gottaluvit), creating thier own versions of the ELAM251 or the U47, U67, U87 etc. I have pretty much ruled out Neumann since the repro's are all pretty comparable at about half the price. So for about $2500 (my limit) I can get an amazing mic, and some FET's are a bit cheaper...

And although there are the cheaper alternatives out there like Rode, Studio Projects, AKG, Shure and many others that people will swear by, they are night and day when compared to those up above.

So has anyone here any knowledge or suggestions? I realize I am shooting in the dark on this forum, but I don't read much else :) I'm posting this to a few other audio places as well

Title: Tube Vs. FET Condenser Mics
Post by: Cougar68 on July 30, 2005, 01:20:11 AM

I wish I could help you out.  I've been slowly piecing together a home studio of my own, but it's really basic now.  Haven't even considered a condensor mic yet.  

I notice you're in Nashville.  I live in Smyrna myself.  Is your studio a pro setup or for home use?

Title: Tube Vs. FET Condenser Mics
Post by: Black Sheep on July 30, 2005, 01:09:45 PM

Its in my house but it is a bit more pro than the average home studio - you are welcome to come check it out anytime