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Old 01-31-2005, 12:11 PM
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Does the type/brand of microphone have a significant effect on the vocals?

I have a cheap microphone that I plug into an Acoustasonic Jr. along with my guitar, but I was wondering if a more expensive microphone would sound better?
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Old 01-31-2005, 12:19 PM
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Does the type/brand of microphone have a significant effect on the vocals?
Yep. Welcome to the board!

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Old 01-31-2005, 02:20 PM
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what would you say is the best bang-for-the-buck mic for under $50?
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Old 01-31-2005, 02:25 PM
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The good starter range is more in the 100-125 range.
The Shure SM58 is a basic.

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Old 01-31-2005, 04:46 PM
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And definitely fallls into the "bang-for-the-buck" category. Practically indestructible and can be had for a pretty good price used.
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Old 01-31-2005, 05:30 PM
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You could find a gently used sm58 in your price range.
If you're interested, I suggested you post a "wtb Shure sm58" in our
agf classified section. You might have luck there. I think someone just sold a
sm57 for around your price.
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