I have my own collection of microphones and my own opinions about what would constitute the top 5-10 mics to use for home recording. But there are a lot of mics out there to choose from and it would be difficult, if not impossible, for anyone to try them all. So it is nice to get a different perspective on these things from time to time.
In my case, I would probably list the Rode NT2-A, Shure SM81, Audio-Technica AT2035, AKG C3000, Sennheiser MKH416, and Oktava MK-319 as great choices for my top 6.
Lewin Barringer put out the below video talking about his 6 favorite mics for home recording, which are very different from the ones on my list. In fact there is not a single mic in common to the two lists.
Anyway, see below for the video from Lewin:
Boom Bap – Dark Kits Now Available From Future Loops
Future Loops has released the Boom Bap – Dark Kits sample library. This collection of hip-hop samples is a great addition to any producers collection. Whether you’re just getting started, or just looking to add some variety to your lineup, do yourself a favor and at least listen to the great demos.
You can listen to the demos and read more about this collection here: http://www.futureloops.com/product-boom-bap-dark-kits.php
Loudspeakers Versus In-Ear-Monitors
In-ear-monitors sometimes have a negative reputation, and that is not without reason. Loudspeakers are arguably the most natural way to reproduce sound, and shoving electronics into your ear is sure to create some challenges for sound reproduction. Technology has come a long way, though. If you wrote off in-ear-monitors long ago, they’re worth taking another look at!
You can read about some of the new technologies here: http://audioundone.com/in-ear-monitors-why-do-they-sound-like-that-jay-kadis-and-stephen-ambrose
Mics And Loudspeakers For Performing Arts
Live sound isn’t all about long speeches or loud concerts. There are additional considerations and challenges for the performing arts. By treating the performance as its own unique problem with its own set of solutions, you can avoid the headache that is sure to come from trying to mic the gig like a concert.
You can read the full detailed article here: http://www.prosoundweb.com/article/capturing_the_stage_microphone_approaches_for_the_performing_arts/
iRig Mic and iRig Recorder Now Work With Android
The iRig Mic, by IK Multimedia, which I reviewed last year, now works with Android devices! that was a real bone of contention when the iRig products first came out. they worked on iOS devices (iPhones, iPods, and iPod Touch) only. But finally Android users can make use of the iRig microphone, as well as the apps that work with it, such as the iRig Recorder.
In my initial review, which you can see here: Review of IK Multimedia’s iRig Microphone For iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch, I used the irig MIC and my iPhone 4 to make a few audio recordings (one voice-over audio and one singing audio), and put them on the review page so you could hear them.
The iRig Recorder app can be downloaded for free at the Google Play store.
And here is some more good news. IK Multimedia’s iRig PRE (microphone preamplifier) and the iRig Mic Cast (another type of microphone that you plug into your device) also work with Android now.
Below are images of the PRE and the Mic Cast, along with links (just click on the picture) to go check out more information on them or buy them, or both.
