ThatDaveCarter
I've Got It
Hey guys,
So you may remember a thread I started on here a while ago about audio quality (I tried to link to it here, but the forum wouldn't let me post it), and talking about the various techniques you can use to get your audio as good as your video.
Well I just decided to buy a new cheapo microphone that can stay at home, so my good one can be put to other uses. Saves me carting it back and forth with me. Anyways, Dawsons here in the UK currently have an "E-studio Essentials BM-1" condenser microphone for £44! Obviously, it requires phantom power but if you're looking at an XLR mic chances are you already have a mixer that provides this. If not, I found a cheap Phantom Power Supply on there too for around £25.
The quality of the mic has actually amazed me! I was expecting a cheapo sound from it compared to my neumann mic, but I was VERY pleasantly surprised with the quality of this little bad boy! It's very sturdy, well built and comes with a carry case & shock mount. You can hear the quality of it in my latest "Portal 2" video on my channel. No audio conditioning has been used apart from adjusting the bass & treble a little on my mixer itself.
I actually bought an e-Studio midi keyboard and speakers recently too, and even though the things are built to budget they're easily worth more than you pay for them. Can't fault em.
So, if you're looking for a good mic at a cheap price, give it a go!
So you may remember a thread I started on here a while ago about audio quality (I tried to link to it here, but the forum wouldn't let me post it), and talking about the various techniques you can use to get your audio as good as your video.
Well I just decided to buy a new cheapo microphone that can stay at home, so my good one can be put to other uses. Saves me carting it back and forth with me. Anyways, Dawsons here in the UK currently have an "E-studio Essentials BM-1" condenser microphone for £44! Obviously, it requires phantom power but if you're looking at an XLR mic chances are you already have a mixer that provides this. If not, I found a cheap Phantom Power Supply on there too for around £25.
The quality of the mic has actually amazed me! I was expecting a cheapo sound from it compared to my neumann mic, but I was VERY pleasantly surprised with the quality of this little bad boy! It's very sturdy, well built and comes with a carry case & shock mount. You can hear the quality of it in my latest "Portal 2" video on my channel. No audio conditioning has been used apart from adjusting the bass & treble a little on my mixer itself.
I actually bought an e-Studio midi keyboard and speakers recently too, and even though the things are built to budget they're easily worth more than you pay for them. Can't fault em.
So, if you're looking for a good mic at a cheap price, give it a go!
I shall be continuing you watch your videos tomorrow oh sir of the very nice voice.