 Used Microphones: Good Or Bad? |
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 Mon 2 Feb 2004, 23:04
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I'm in the process of putting together my first low budget studio and since my voice is my best instrument, I'm looking for a mic.
First, if you have any reccomendation for a decent studio mic in the $200 price range, hit me up.
But more importantly, are used mics an ok option, or is it better to just find a new one? I don't know what kind of wear and tear mics can go through, how long they can last, etc. And if I do shop for a used one, what should I look out for?
cheers,
alphonse
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 Tue 3 Feb 2004, 19:29
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- Avoid beaten mics, they must show at least the good care they were having before. A mic with bumps may work perfect as having some troubles brewing or already in duty. Stay clear of them.
- You should try them before you buy
- On condenser mics, look if the seller has an anti pop, if not, stay clear, he spitted in it.
- On ribbon mics, be very very wary. it's very easy to destroy them. the pop thing is right to check too. Now you won't find many ribbons in this price range.
In the $200 price tag you can already find the low end condensers, there are good things there. And new!
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