Market Check: Vocal Recording Setups
In addition to the singer‘s expression, the quality of the vocal recording determines whether a song is convincing as a whole and whether it can convey its message or story to the listener in a credible way. On the technical side, a high-quality microphone that matches the voice, a musical preamplifier and a good audio interface, as well as reliable acoustics, play the main role. And, of course, the know-how to use your own recording equipment in the best way as possible.
BASIC EQUIPMENT
Microphone
In general, microphones are divided into two basic transducer principles: The robust dynamic microphone, which is often used on stage, works with a moving coil, rarely has a linear frequency response and is usually used specifically because of its typical sound coloration. Particularly with powerful rock vocals, it‘s worth trying out high-quality dynamic models.
Large-diaphragm condenser microphones are characterized by their linearity and a detailed, finely resolved sound. This makes them the first choice for capturing vocals in all their nuances. There is often a switchable high-pass filter, which helps to suppress low-frequency noise such as foot sounds. When recording particularly loud instruments,
