In the last entry we looked at a cheap SM57 microphone for instrument recording. This time we will talk about another cheap microphone that works great for vocals, the SM58. These mics are like the 57 in that they are widely available, durable pieces of equipment that will get you quality recordings without having to spend hundreds of dollars. Perfect for the dorm room recording studio.
The SM58 is known for recording vocals and I have used it many times for that purpose. They get a nice accurate sound on vocals but on instruments they do not produce a good recording, at least in my experience. Even though this might make them sound limited the SM58 is still a great mic to have, and it is a standard piece of equipment for any recording studio.
What makes them so useful is that besides working for studio recordings on vocals, they can also make great live vocal microphones. If you will be putting on concerts you will be able to use your SM58 with confidence. They are built pretty well and can take some abuse which makes them even better for this type of work.
Like the SM57, the SM58 is one of the cheapest yet usable microphones you can get. If you are on a limited budget they are an easy choice. You might even be able to find knock off brands of them for even less money, and they will probably works just as well. If you have a dorm room recording set up in need of a decent vocal microphone, look no further.
Sunday, June 15, 2008
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