{"id":52782,"date":"2019-09-13T13:00:19","date_gmt":"2019-09-13T18:00:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/?p=52782"},"modified":"2020-09-16T15:15:41","modified_gmt":"2020-09-16T20:15:41","slug":"pro-audio-microphone-recommendations-for-recording-vocals","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/52782-pro-audio-microphone-recommendations-for-recording-vocals\/","title":{"rendered":"Pro Audio: Microphone Recommendations for Recording Vocals"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"630\" src=\"https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Pro-Audio-with-Josh-Sularski-1200x630.jpg\" alt=\"Pro Audio with Josh Sularski\" class=\"wp-image-49952\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Pro-Audio-with-Josh-Sularski-1200x630.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Pro-Audio-with-Josh-Sularski-1200x630-229x120.jpg 229w, https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Pro-Audio-with-Josh-Sularski-1200x630-284x149.jpg 284w, https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Pro-Audio-with-Josh-Sularski-1200x630-190x100.jpg 190w, https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Pro-Audio-with-Josh-Sularski-1200x630-229x120@2x.jpg 458w, https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Pro-Audio-with-Josh-Sularski-1200x630-284x149@2x.jpg 568w, https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Pro-Audio-with-Josh-Sularski-1200x630-190x100@2x.jpg 380w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>In my <a href=\"https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/52110-pro-audio-microphones-101\/\">previous article<\/a>, we discussed the differences between two common microphone types, the condenser microphone, <g class=\"gr_ gr_4 gr-alert gr_gramm gr_inline_cards gr_disable_anim_appear Punctuation only-ins replaceWithoutSep\" id=\"4\" data-gr-id=\"4\">and<\/g> the dynamic microphone. In this article, we&#8217;ll review some of the most common microphone choices for recording vocals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Best Microphones for Vocals<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For as long as they have existed, vocal microphone preferences have been the subject of intense debate. Is there a single best, silver-bullet microphone that&#8217;s perfect for all vocal recordings? SPOILER ALERT: Nope!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What microphone is best for a particular voice depends largely on the timbre of the voice and genre of music.  In a moment, we&#8217;ll start with two of the all-time most popular microphones for vocals. For those who aren&#8217;t ready to drop mega dollars on a classic mic, I&#8217;ll also include some of my personal favorites that are more affordable.  In the interest of keeping this article a digestible length, I&#8217;m not going to cover <em>all<\/em> of the most historically popular vocal microphones in existence (I see you AKG C414, AKG C12, Neumann M49, Sony C800 and others), just a few to whet your appetite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Neumann U87 &amp; Neumann U47<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As two of the most popular microphones for vocals, I&#8217;d bet that most commercial voiceover and music recordings you hear have utilized one of these legends. While both are often amongst the first choice for recording engineers, they each imbue their own unique tone and character on the audio you capture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Neumann U87<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Neumann_U87_Condenser_Microphone.jpg\" alt=\"Black and White photo of a Neumann U87 Condenser Microphone\" class=\"wp-image-52814\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Neumann_U87_Condenser_Microphone.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Neumann_U87_Condenser_Microphone-180x120.jpg 180w, https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Neumann_U87_Condenser_Microphone-284x189.jpg 284w, https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Neumann_U87_Condenser_Microphone-190x127.jpg 190w, https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Neumann_U87_Condenser_Microphone-180x120@2x.jpg 360w, https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Neumann_U87_Condenser_Microphone-284x189@2x.jpg 568w, https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Neumann_U87_Condenser_Microphone-190x127@2x.jpg 380w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><figcaption>Neumann U87<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/en-de.neumann.com\/u-87-ai\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Neumann U87 (opens in a new tab)\">Neumann U87<\/a> condenser microphone is a staple in many mic lockers and offers a high degree of sensitivity, clarity, and precision for voiceover work and modern vocal performances. You&#8217;ll find the U87 in regular use for Top 40 music, including pop, rock, hip-hop, country, and everything in between. At over $3,000 when purchased new, this classic microphone comes with a hefty price tag.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Neumann U47<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/neumann-u47.jpg\" alt=\"Photograph of a Neumann U47\" class=\"wp-image-52815\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/neumann-u47.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/neumann-u47-120x120.jpg 120w, https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/neumann-u47-284x284.jpg 284w, https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/neumann-u47-190x190.jpg 190w, https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/neumann-u47-380x380.jpg 380w, https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/neumann-u47-120x120@2x.jpg 240w, https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/neumann-u47-284x284@2x.jpg 568w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><figcaption>Neumann U47<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Neumann_U47\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Neumann U47 (opens in a new tab)\">Neumann U47<\/a> is a relative of the revered U87, and arguably more sought after. Unlike the U87, it uses an integrated tube that provides warmth and harmonics that can be great complements for bringing vibe, depth, and attitude to vocals. An original, vintage U47 can cost anywhere from $12,000 to $20,000 or more! Telefunken&#8217;s more recent recreations are a <em>mere<\/em>, <em>cool<\/em> $9,000. Wowsa! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-style-large is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p>Oh, you live in the real world like me? Here are some of my favorite vocal microphones that won&#8217;t require a second mortgage:<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Neumann TLM 102 (<strong>$699)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Neumann-tlm102.jpg\" alt=\"Neumann TLM 102\" class=\"wp-image-52816\" width=\"250\" height=\"250\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Neumann-tlm102.jpg 500w, https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Neumann-tlm102-120x120.jpg 120w, https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Neumann-tlm102-284x284.jpg 284w, https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Neumann-tlm102-190x190.jpg 190w, https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Neumann-tlm102-380x380.jpg 380w, https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Neumann-tlm102-120x120@2x.jpg 240w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\" \/><figcaption>Neumann TLM 102<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neumann.com\/homestudio\/en\/tlm-102\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"TLM 102 (opens in a new tab)\">TLM 102<\/a> is an incredibly versatile microphone of the same pedigree of the legendary microphones for which Neumann has earned its reputation. Although it&#8217;s the most expensive alternative on this list, it offers undeniable performance. The TLM 102 provides an extremely linear frequency response up to about 6kHz, with a slight boost above 6k. This adds some depth and sweetness to vocals, which can often help the performance cut through a busy mix. No microphone will be a perfect match for every vocalist, but the 102 can easily be a workhorse in any studio environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Warm Audio WA-87 (<strong>$599)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"575\" src=\"https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/WA-87.jpg\" alt=\"Warm Audio WA-87\" class=\"wp-image-52817\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/WA-87.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/WA-87-267x120.jpg 267w, https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/WA-87-284x128.jpg 284w, https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/WA-87-190x85.jpg 190w, https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/WA-87-267x120@2x.jpg 534w, https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/WA-87-284x128@2x.jpg 568w, https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/WA-87-190x85@2x.jpg 380w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><figcaption>Warm Audio WA-87<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>As the model number suggests, the <a href=\"https:\/\/warmaudio.com\/wa87\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"WA-87 is Warm Audio's (opens in a new tab)\">WA-87 is Warm Audio&#8217;s<\/a> version of the legendary microphone by Neumann. Part of Warm Audio&#8217;s stated mission is to bridge the gap between budget microphones and &#8220;top shelf, classic studio&#8221; microphones. In that vein, the WA-87 utilizes premium components, including Fairchild FETs, tantalum, polystyrene, WIMA film capacitors, and a CineMag USA output transformer (which is considered one of the best transformers for microphones in some circles). Warm Audio also claims that they use a custom microphone capsule modeled after those found in the earliest versions of the U87 microphones by Neumann. Regardless of whether or not you think the WA-87 is a perfect replica of the original U87, it&#8217;s a great sounding mic, full stop. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Audio-Technica AT4033 (<strong>$399)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AT-4033.jpg\" alt=\"Audio-Technica AT4033\" class=\"wp-image-52818\" width=\"250\" height=\"250\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AT-4033.jpg 500w, https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AT-4033-120x120.jpg 120w, https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AT-4033-284x284.jpg 284w, https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AT-4033-190x190.jpg 190w, https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AT-4033-380x380.jpg 380w, https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AT-4033-120x120@2x.jpg 240w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\" \/><figcaption>Audio-Technica AT4033<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>I love the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.audio-technica.com\/cms\/wired_mics\/9da35d460627c96c\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Audio-Technica AT4033 (opens in a new tab)\">Audio-Technica AT4033<\/a>. It was one of the very first microphones I ever purchased, so it&#8217;s included in this list &#8212; partially out of nostalgia. That being said, it is a <em>wonderful<\/em> mic for anyone recording at home; it offers low-noise and a transformerless design that results in exceptional transient response and very clean output.  While this isn&#8217;t the mic you want if you&#8217;re looking for a vintage vibe or some grit, it will do a great job capturing just about any source including vocals, guitars, drums, bass, and more.  If I was on a tight budget but needed something versatile and affordable, this would be my desert island microphone because it stays out of the way and gives you a balanced, natural-sounding recording.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Shure SM7B (<strong>$399)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/sm7b.jpg\" alt=\"Shure SM7B\" class=\"wp-image-52823\" width=\"250\" height=\"250\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/sm7b.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/sm7b-120x120.jpg 120w, https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/sm7b-284x284.jpg 284w, https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/sm7b-190x190.jpg 190w, https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/sm7b-380x380.jpg 380w, https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/sm7b-120x120@2x.jpg 240w, https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/sm7b-284x284@2x.jpg 568w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\" \/><figcaption>Shure SM7B<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>As an outlier in this list, the Shure SM7B is actually a dynamic microphone. Nevertheless, it is often found at home in radio broadcasts, podcasts, and recording studios, too. Shure&#8217;s marketing for the SM7B states that it was built to capture smooth, warm vocals that connect the speaker to the listener. It was even used to record vocals for several tracks on Michael Jackson&#8217;s Thriller album. As a dynamic microphone, it is more rugged than your typical condenser and the included windscreen is great at reducing plosives<sup>1<\/sup> for any vocalist or podcaster who gets right on top of the mic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">MXL V67G <strong>($58)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"165\" height=\"323\" src=\"https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/mxl-v67g-250x490-165x323.jpg\" alt=\"MXL V67G Microphone\" class=\"wp-image-52837\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/mxl-v67g-250x490-165x323.jpg 165w, https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/mxl-v67g-250x490-61x120.jpg 61w, https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/mxl-v67g-250x490-97x190.jpg 97w, https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/mxl-v67g-250x490.jpg 250w, https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/mxl-v67g-250x490-61x120@2x.jpg 122w, https:\/\/eshop.macsales.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/mxl-v67g-250x490-97x190@2x.jpg 194w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 165px) 100vw, 165px\" \/><figcaption>MXL V67G<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you aren&#8217;t ready to spend bigger bucks to pick up one of the mics above, the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.mxlmics.com\/microphones\/studio\/V67g\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"V67G from MXL (opens in a new tab)\">V67G from MXL<\/a> is a great choice to get started. It&#8217;s an entry-level condenser microphone with an audio performance that, in my opinion, exceeds its low price tag. The MXL V67G is an interesting mic as its circuitry takes inspiration from both the U87 and AKG C414 (another legendary studio staple). However, you&#8217;ll no doubt hear significant sonic deficiencies compared to the other, more expensive microphones on this list. As it is an entry-level microphone, the V67G can sometimes produce a distracting level of harshness and an often fatiguing sound. This is partly due to inexpensive circuit components combined with the performance of a capsule that is inconsistent from unit to unit. Despite these flaws, the MXL V67G provides a <em>great<\/em> platform for a potential DIY upgrade. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Although it can feel daunting to pick your first vocal microphone, as you can see, you can definitely find the one that&#8217;s best suited for your voice and music style. A microphone like the Audio-Technica 4033 is great because it&#8217;s pretty transparent and works on virtually any source. Microphones like the WA-87 and TLM 102 provide subtle but distinct colorations that are often desirable. While the listed microphones are some of my personal favorites, my recommendation is to try as many as you can in order to find the one that&#8217;s right for your voice, the vibe you&#8217;re going for, and your budget. If you&#8217;re still feeling overwhelmed, my advice is to ask a friend if you can check out their mics, find a pro audio shop, or stop by a local studio.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Good luck and let me know if you have any questions!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"footnote\"><strong>Notes:<\/strong><br \/><sup>1<\/sup> Plosives start when a singer or speaker pronounces certain breath heavy consonants. The air from the vocalist, in turn, strikes a microphone\u2019s capsule, causing overwhelming air pressure. This results in either a windy sound, or if it is strong enough, a popping sound. (source: <a href=\"http:\/\/sageaudio.com\">sageaudio.com<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In my previous article, we discussed the differences between two common microphone types, the condenser microphone, and the dynamic microphone. 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