Como você pode escolher o microfone certo para gravação vocal em um ambiente profissional?
Escolher o microfone certo para a gravação vocal em um ambiente profissional é essencial para capturar a clareza e a nuance de uma performance. Se você é um treinador vocal experiente guiando um cantor durante sua sessão de gravação ou um engenheiro de áudio que se esforça para obter a melhor qualidade de som, entender os diferentes tipos de microfones e suas características pode fazer uma diferença significativa. Este artigo irá orientá-lo através do processo de seleção de um microfone que complementa o estilo do vocalista e o ambiente acústico, garantindo que cada nota seja gravada com precisão.
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Alex GeringasCo-Founder & Creative Director at Rare Behavior LLC
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Jonas WadenholmMaster of Marketing Makeover - A Competent Communicator and Creator, Specializing in Media, Branding & Marketing…
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Ao selecionar um microfone, considere a voz única do vocalista. Os microfones dinâmicos são frequentemente favorecidos por sua durabilidade e capacidade de lidar com altos níveis de pressão sonora, tornando-os adequados para vocalistas poderosos. Por outro lado, os microfones condensadores, conhecidos por sua sensibilidade e resposta de frequência mais ampla, são ideais para capturar os detalhes sutis de performances mais suaves e com mais nuances. É crucial combinar o microfone com o estilo vocal; Um descompasso pode resultar em uma gravação que não consegue mostrar as verdadeiras capacidades do cantor.
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Before you spend money on a game changer mic,try to buy a short and high quality expensive cable first. It will better your sound immediately.
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In my experience as a singer, actor and speaker I have used many live mics in on stage settings and also recorded as singer and voice over artist in many recording studios too. The best experiences I’ve had have been first of all a great sounding balanced room that doesn’t echo. On stage I have used both types of mics & as a professional singer for over 30 years I loved the Beyer Dynamic, as well as the Shure SM 58 and 57. Both different & have lovely rich nuances. In the studio as a singer I’ve loved the Sennheiser or Neumann mics and they both sounded clear, warm and beautiful. Getting the right room sound is crucial I agree, and also finding the right mic for your voice. Everyone’s voice is different so try different mics in store.
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As a sound engineer, voice over actor and public speaking coach my best advice for this scenarios is not the microphone or even the type of voice. It's the space and the acoustic you can control. It's much better to invest first in some acoustic isolation or try to reduce reverb that just a 5k microphone. Even a "cheap" microphone will work great with this.
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The best piece of advice I have for choosing the right microphone for a session is by experimenting with various microphones to know the strengths and weakness of each. Some pick up better for heavy voices, some better for rapping, some better for speaking, etc. Book some time at a local recording studio that has a wide array of microphones and record on various ones so you know first hand what they sound and "feel" like from the performer's perspective. This way you can better advise clients and not waste precious time in session picking the "right" mic. Of course there are industry standards which you should definitely try, but by experimenting you might discover a hidden gem!
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Christon Carney
Seeking to make a difference in the lives of the community through arts and culture.
It certainly depends on the type of music that will be recorded and how many artists are involved. The size of the room also matters. If the music will change, and you are in a smaller space, you should look at dynamic room mics. If it is a larger space, you will need a more sensitive condenser. The Audio-Technica atr2100 or Sennheiser MD 421 are good options for dynamic mics.
O ambiente de gravação desempenha um papel fundamental na seleção do microfone. Em uma sala com boa acústica, um microfone condensador pode prosperar, capturando as reverberações e nuances naturais do espaço. Se o espaço de gravação for menor do que o ideal, com ecos ou ruídos indesejados, um microfone dinâmico com um padrão de captação mais apertado pode ajudar a isolar os vocais. Sempre avalie as características acústicas do seu espaço de gravação antes de decidir por um microfone, pois isso afetará significativamente o som final.
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In today's recording environment, it is harder to control acoustics, so look for mics that have good "room rejection". Some expensive mics from great brands are too sensitive, so they do not perform well in untreated environments. The Shure SM7B does very well in less than ideal settings, although it won't capture as much detail as super sensitive condensers.
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If you have $200 to start recording, get a $100 mic and $100's worth of rugs and foam. No matter how good the mic is, if your space doesn't have enough dampening/treatment, you're going to struggle to get a good sound.
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I began with an AKG P220 microphone in my room, about 10ft x10ft. After recording a song, when I play back, I can hear a lot of echo, and unnecessary buzz in the voice. Even guitar rang too much on the bass side. It was because I had not treated my room with soundproof foam. If you're serious about recording vocals, soundproofing is a must.
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It is important to find a mic that is suitable for the spaces I will be recording in. Am I getting a mic for a an insulated professional studio setting or am I taking this mic with me on the noisy road? These are good questions to consider before buying the right mic for my needs.
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In recording pop style vocals, the room should be non-reflective and relatively dead. Only the voice gets captured without reverb and echoes so processing can be added later. In classical style vocals such as a choir or hymns, the environment should be part of the recording and hopefully with a professional audio engineer and microphones used. Acoustic spaces vary and consider each space as a different color to be utilized in any recording. Today, home recording set-ups use closets for acoustic vocal booths and that works well. Listen to the space first with the ears, and then decide what mic, instrument or performance belongs there. A sparsely furnished living room can be a nice space to record in.
Entender as especificações do microfone é crucial. A sensibilidade indica quão bem um microfone converte o som em um sinal elétrico; Uma maior sensibilidade é frequentemente desejada para gravação em estúdio. A resposta de frequência deve corresponder ao alcance do vocalista, garantindo que todos os tons sejam capturados com precisão. Além disso, considere o padrão polar — a forma do campo de sensibilidade do microfone. Padrões cardioides são comuns, rejeitando o som das costas e dos lados, o que é benéfico para isolar os vocais do ruído de fundo.
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If I want to enhance my warmer tone (as I naturally am), I would consider something like the Neumann U87 which can enhance the warmer sound. It's frequency range is 20 Hz -20 Khz. It is a condenser microphone so you'll need to phantom it up (48v).
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Many mics these days allow you to adjust frequency response patterns so your recording will be more "flat" or slightly enhanced in some frequencies, helping vocals to "cut through the mix" better. But learning to EQ vocals well is preferred to coloring the initial recording.
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Great specifications in a microphone is clearly important, and knowing all of them when choosing one may not be. A good Neumann U87 (or similar) and a producer/engineer can lead the way for those needing recording knowledge.
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Technical specs are a key factor to consider when choosing the right mic for one’s purposes, because these specs will have a decisive affect the quality of the whole production. It all depends on the kind of sound intended for a production. For example, different specs are needed for simple video posts on social media than for professional TV, film or music productions.
Seu orçamento influenciará sua escolha de microfone, mas não precisa limitar suas opções. Mesmo dentro de faixas de preço modestas, você pode encontrar microfones de qualidade que entregam resultados profissionais. Priorize microfones que forneçam o melhor som para gravação vocal em detrimento daqueles com recursos extras que podem não melhorar a qualidade da gravação. Investir em um bom microfone antecipadamente pode economizar dinheiro a longo prazo, reduzindo a necessidade de um extenso trabalho de pós-produção para corrigir a má qualidade do áudio.
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One thing I have found helpful in my chosen career as a record producer, is starting with what you have. There is no need craving for the top of the line gears if you are yet to maximize what you've got now. It is more or less not in the gear but in the heart of the guy behind the gear.
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There are some new players in this space offering great value for money. Rode mics have gotten great reviews as a budget alternative. I have only used them at a limited level, however. I do have an great Austrian Audio mic that is great value for money.
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Khaled Almalki
Creative Director
(editado)Before you invest in a very expensive mic, make sure you have explored other less expensive options that may actually deliver what you need and more for a lower price. Shop around for an affordable mic that delivers all your needs. Only pay more if the mic you choose is pricey because it provides something that you actually need and is not found in less expensive options. You must be able to justify the expense in the end.
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A Shure SM 58 can sound like a million dollars and a AKG C12 can sound cheep depending on the processing and effects in the mix later. For vocalists, use what you have, rent, borrow or buy used or new and listen with your ears first and foremost.
Não hesite em testar vários microfones com seu vocalista. Cada voz interage de forma diferente com o diafragma de um microfone – a parte que capta o som – então o que funciona para um cantor pode não servir para outro. Aproveite para gravar e ouvir amostras de diferentes microfones, prestando atenção à clareza, presença e quão bem o microfone captura a intenção emocional da performance. Essa abordagem prática pode revelar a melhor combinação entre o vocalista e o equipamento de gravação.
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Certainly, testing as many brands as possible is the "textbook" advice on microphone use. This is why professional studios often have a decent lineup of options. In practical terms, however, this not very realistic for many of us. So my advice is to look for your "workhorse" mic of choice that is versatile, reliable and in your price range. I have recorded in some very state-of-the-art studios, and although they have a roster of mics to choose from, it is very rare that they use mics other than their primary flagship vocal mic which is typically a Neumann or sometimes an AKG. Functionality is a greater priority than theory.
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Personally recommendation from professionals that you trust is best. I love the Neumann sound and it’s worth investing in this brand and their reputation
A manutenção adequada garante longevidade e desempenho consistente do seu microfone. Manuseie-o com cuidado, guarde-o em local seco e limpe regularmente todas as peças removíveis de acordo com as instruções do fabricante. Evite expor seu microfone a temperaturas ou umidade extremas, que podem danificar componentes sensíveis. Ao manter o seu microfone nas melhores condições, irá manter a sua qualidade de som e fiabilidade para todas as suas sessões de gravação vocal profissionais.
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As much as possible, keep away from dust and humidity. If not in use for extended period of time, store away your microphone in the box it came in and throw in some silica gel. Also use a mic foam shield. Not only does it prevent the microphone from popping, it also helps keep to prevent dust (you need only dust out the foam shield). Cover the microphone with a cloth while not in use, especially if you know your room can accumulate dust easily.
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Look at your recording environment as well as mic specs when making your selection. Sometimes the best mic on paper that gets great reviews, performs poorly in certain room/venue situations. Also consider your other gear. If you have a top rated mic but record with a low quality audio interface, you won't benefit from the superior specs of the microphone.
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Read reviews and recommendations about the products. Get advice from people who have used that product. Also, the microphone will depend on your sound system as well, you will need good equipment to go with microphone
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I watch many video reviews of various mic types and brands on YouTube. I find these particularly helpful when different mics in the market are compared against each other for sound quality, features, specs, design and price. By conducting this simple research, my choice of mic would be influenced by the knowledge gained from watching these helpful product reviews.
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At the end of the day, instruments don't make the player and mics don't make the singer. With a baseline effective mic costing as little as $100 or less, you can successfully record a good performance with proper placement technique and sound treatment. You then use the mixing tools you have in front of you like EQ, compression, and reverb to make the vocal pop. This can be done with a $100 mic and it can be done with a $10,000 mic.
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Microphones are personal to engineers. Everyone has their favorite tool for the job ahead. At the end of the day, It's all about listening and taking time to use each mic and learn its characteristics and keep what you liked about it. Engineering is art more than science.