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Microphones

What's all this microphone thing about then?

The use of microphones may seem a simple concept: Stick a mic in front of whatever is making a noise and turn it up, right?  Wrong.  >>> read more

What Mic should I buy?

The most commonly used mic is the Shure SM58 (around £80).  Everybody has seen them, everybody has used them and for a good reason.  >>> read more

How much should I pay?

A rough guide to prices is given above - they are a guide only and it depends on where you go.  >>> read more

Where should I buy my microphone?

If you know what you want, it is best to get it mail order from a reputable company.  >>> read more

I have my mic what should I do now?

Well, buy a mic stand.  Simple?  Yes and no.  >>> read more

Mic technique?

Like playing the guitar, you aren't going to learn in a day, but there are some simple rules.  >>> read more  >>> read more

Here are the things to avoid.

Holding the cable.  The XLR connection is designed so that the lead flops out of the back of the mic.  >>> read more

As an engineer, here is a quick guide to what I would want from a vocalist at sound check.

Get the band to shut up.  It's tough getting a vocal level set when the rest of the band are wailing in the background. the song, at full volume.  >>> read more

Your engineer will hate you if you:-  

Point your mic at the monitor.  You can wave bye-bye to the monitor mix if you keep doing it.  "Three strikes and you are out!"  >>> read more

Your engineer will love you if you:-  

Listen.  People will be listening to you all night, and they will hear much better if you can open your ears for 10 minutes at sound check.  >>> read more

Pete Davies of Superior Sound Services
Superior Sound
11 November 2002

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