Standard Microphone Recommendations

Started by blued03r, February 25, 2008, 11:23:22 PM

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February 25, 2008, 11:23:22 PM
Hi all,

I've been throwing around the idea of "playing out" again--just coffee shops, open mics, etc....And I have no clue about vocal microphones.  Can anyone give me any advice?  I have a Crate CA30DG Taos Acoustic amp that has an extra channel that I'd like to employ for the time being, just for practice.  This is a great sounding amp, btw!
 
I'm looking for something solid, reliable, well-made, not outrageously expensive, and if possible, something that I can use to mic my guitar as well when I'm just goofing around.  Does such a thing exist?  If so, what do they call it?  Do I need to know anything else, "spec-wise"? 
Thank you all for your help. 
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February 25, 2008, 11:43:37 PM #1
The Shure SM-58 is an all time classic dynamic vocal mic for live use.
February 26, 2008, 06:42:17 AM #2
yup.  SM 58 for shure.
February 26, 2008, 08:02:16 AM #3
You need look no further than the Shure SM58.  They sound great and are indestructible.
February 26, 2008, 10:21:51 AM #4
That's perfect.  Thanks guys!  :wave
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Washburn D-10S
Framus Classical Archback
Fender Jazz and P-Basses

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February 26, 2008, 08:40:16 PM #5
I have a SM58 and a PG58 and I can't tell the difference, except the PG58 is quite a bit less expensive. Check out eBay, that is where I got both of mine and if you are patient you can get a really good deal.
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February 27, 2008, 03:35:55 PM #6
Craigslist is a good place to pick up deals as well. I picked up five SM-57's for mic'ing amps for less than $40 each.
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February 27, 2008, 04:53:17 PM #7
Be cautious when buying new SM57 and SM58 on EBay. There are a lot of counterfeit products out there. They look like the real thing, but they aren't.

Also be wary of Sennheiser product. I just bought a E845 for a good price off EBay and it is counterfeit!
Ron

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