megadeth Posted July 6, 2009 Report Share Posted July 6, 2009 Hi everyone,I've decided on buying an mz-rh1 to replace my current ipod, and to record my bands rehearsal sessions. By reading on the forum I have learned heaps about recording in general and i thank you all for that. I did have a zoom h-2 which worked OK briefly but it just decided not to turn on one day, and that's the end of that one.I am in search of an half decent microphone to record my band, we play quite loud in sometimes small rooms and I'm in search of a microphone that can handle that type of volume. We play old school death metal with many different things going on at one time so I need some good options for mics that will do a nice job of capturing it all. I'm not expecting spectacular results but I would like something that can be used as reference for improving us as a band. Something that will be worth burning to CD for the rest of the band members to use would be great.Ideally I'd like to spend about $100-150AUS and I don't mind ordering from a reputable overseas dealer since I'm in Australia. I know I'll have to acquire a battery box as well to get the most out of the mic. Just some suggestions would be good, maybe one of you have faced a similar situation to me, your input would be greatly appreciated.Cheers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
megadeth Posted July 7, 2009 Author Report Share Posted July 7, 2009 Bump!Would something like this microphone set be a good idea for me?http://microphonemadness.com/products/mmstertrip.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abby Normal Posted July 7, 2009 Report Share Posted July 7, 2009 I'm no expert, but everything I've read suggests you want at least semi-directional mics to reduce the crowd noise. (i.e. not omni-directional) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A440 Posted July 7, 2009 Report Share Posted July 7, 2009 Are you using the mics at a show or in a rehearsal? You need to think about where you will place them: on stands like those, with someone holding them, etc. The specs look like they're the same capsules that Microphone Madness and Soundprofessionals use for omni mics in various shapes, from clip-ons to in-ear mics (worn like earbuds), and you'll be surprised at how good they will sound. Would these be on stands at the soundboard? Someone holding them? Get mics with similar specs (particularly frequency response, 20-20000 Hz), and a battery module, but get the ones that are most practical in the way you want to place them. Two omnis six inches apart works great. About omni vs. cardioid (directional)--omni is more realistic, but crowd noise can be a problem if your mics are down in the crowd. On the other hand, cheaper cardioids lack bass response. If you can put the mics at the sound board on something way above the audience, you'll eliminate a lot of the crowd noise--and your band should pretty much drown out the rest. Look in the Gallery at my album (and the many others) to see what you get with omnis and cardioids. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abby Normal Posted July 7, 2009 Report Share Posted July 7, 2009 Good to know. It's clear that if I wanted to start experimenting with concert recording I'd have some more reading to do. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
megadeth Posted July 8, 2009 Author Report Share Posted July 8, 2009 Thanks for the reply's narp and A440,I won't be recording any live gigs with this setup, its really only for when we are jamming at home or in a rehearsal room so I'm not worried about any crowd noise, it will only be us playing. I just thought those ones wouldn't be to bad since i could just place them on something like a table on the other side of the room? Would this be a bad idea?cheers guys Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A440 Posted July 11, 2009 Report Share Posted July 11, 2009 I just thought those ones wouldn't be to bad since i could just place them on something like a table on the other side of the room? Would this be a bad idea?It sounds like a good idea. It's not the most all-purpose form factor for mics, but it seems practical for your rehearsal use. A tip: Put something soft, like a mouse pad or a towel, under the little tripod legs because at your volume the table is going to vibrate too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
megadeth Posted July 12, 2009 Author Report Share Posted July 12, 2009 Thanks for the tip A440, I'll be sure to pack a towel! haha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sfbp Posted July 12, 2009 Report Share Posted July 12, 2009 I'll be sure to pack a towel! haha... thereby becoming a truly galactic hitchhiker Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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