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Headset mic anyone?
I have been thinking of eliminating the mic stand, etc. and going with a good headset mic. I used an older version of Samson for a while some years ago but the problem was I could not get the voice dynamics I was used to with the trusty SM58.
Anyone have any thoughts, experiences on headset mic stand, and/or recommendations? Much appreciated, davidc |
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For vocals I wouldn't recommend using a headset mic - there's no opportunity for deploying proper mic techniques, and you'll end up looking like Madonna on a bad day
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I used one when I was in a party band and was looking in many directions while singing and playing. I haven't used it since. You lose your dynamics, you get breath noise and if you have to clear your throat, there's no turning your head away. if you want to talk off mic, you better remember that mute button. If you use one at all you need a Cough Drop or similar momentary interruption device. I don't like headsets much at all. I also do theater and we have light headsets. We are told not to touch it, the sound guy will mute your channel when you are off stage. Yeah, OK, good luck with that. I say yessir to the stage manager and mute it myself when I'm off stage. |
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Too true — everything will tend toward blandness of boomyness.
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I used one for a while about a decade ago. Same experience as others, with the loss of mic technique and no way to "turn your head to cough."
With all the modern technology, where would I clip my iPad without a mic stand?? |
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Sounds like a character in Game Of Thrones
"Yes your Blandness right away " The only time I ever used one was giving round pen horse training seminars The main problem was anytime I had to run. I sounded like a steam locomotive chugging up a grade .
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I have both experience and a strong recommendation.
Danish Professional Audio, aka DPA. I've used my DPA d:fine headset (the 4088 capsule with the cardiod pattern) for over a year now for both busking and stage. Superbly accurate sound! https://www.dpamicrophones.com/micro...ional-headsets DPA makes several models. Mine was one of the cheaper models, at around $750. It needs +48v phantom power, which I get from this fine Japanese battery-powered (6 AA) field mixer: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/searc...SAAEgICqPD_BwE I also use DPA's tiny clip-on shotgun condenser for my acoustic guitar DPA d:vote VO-4099G. Perfectly natural high-end accurate sound. Not a single micro-dB of quack. https://www.sweetwater.com/store/det...-mic-with-clip I don't do wireless, but DPA offers connecting adaptors for all the major brands of wireless gear. Pricey stuff, but my experience is it's worth every penny. Last edited by Tico; 03-15-2018 at 06:50 PM. |
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My back-of-the-envelope estimate is that the only part of that setup I can afford are the Mogami cables lol.
But seriously, thanks for the real-world experience and recommendations. |
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Thanks everyone. The experience is consistent with what I experienced regarding the loss of dynamics. It is just an attractive thought to be able to eliminate a mic stand but obiously not worth the loss of dynamics in performance.
Thanks again |
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I asked about headset mics (that don't need phantom) for busking. Seems that most are made for wireless use (with beltpack), this is the only one that came out as a possibility:
http://www.musiciansfriend.com/pro-a...#productDetail
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Just got a notice in my e-mail (dont know if applies to wireless headset mic per se ) BUT for anyone considering buying a wireless mic that operates in the 600mhz range especially used or current stock
The FCC just announced that the 600 mhz range is being evacuated https://www.sweetwater.com/insync/fe...UwlXRQEIAVIFAw
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It obviously depends on what use you have for it, I use this for busking as it's far more practical than a stand and mic. It's also good when rehearsing with my duo at home.
https://www.thomann.de/gb/shure_wh20xlr.htm For a gig with my band, nothing will replace my Neumann 105. All the above reservations apply for me, there's no getting away from the limitations of a headset mic. But then I see artists like Peter Gabriel using one and I think that it can be done with good technique...! If you like to be mobile on stage then go for it. If like most of us you're fairly static, it doesn't make much sense. |
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I use a headset now n then, an AKG c555l w' a beltpac. It is a different thing so you have to be aware of that mic right there. Just cupping your hand over it will work as a mute if needed. Otherwise just some self volume control mostly does it. A little adaptation and it works just fine. I do use mics on stands far more often though.
Still when it seems appropriate this one gets a run and it works pretty well I think. I will admit to a little self consciousness the first time out.. but that applies to many things, so.... Kris
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