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depopulationINCdepopulationINC Posts: 2,074
edited February 2012 in Musicians and Gearheads
I have a friend who is into singing music by like Aretha Franklin, whitney houston, Regina Belle, and lots of soul music. Really powerful voice, and just has a cheapo mic that she just kills. Any thoughts on a reasonably priced mic that would be PC compatible?
The only thing I enjoy is having no feelings....being numb rocks!

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Because I know how much time that wastes
(And function)
Function is the key
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  • Deep93Deep93 Posts: 86
    Hey, I think this is exactly what your friend is looking for.

    http://www.samsontech.com/samson/produc ... ones/c03u/
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  • mccreadyisgodmccreadyisgod Posts: 6,395
    It would help to know what kind of budget you're working with, and what the use is (YouTube videos, or recording karaoke-style stuff, or whatever). But ultimately, you're going to get the best possible results if you purchase both a professional mic and a proper mic preamp interface. Having a proper preamp will make all the difference in overall recording quality.
    ...and if you don't like it, you can suck on an egg.
  • PontikasPontikas Posts: 210
    I agree with Deep93.

    It is a usb mic that sound ok considering its price.
    http://youtu.be/cwPgXkNOun4
  • Deep93Deep93 Posts: 86
    I mean the ideal set up here would be an Alesis 2 channel mixer with a Rhode NT-1A, You dont need a pre amp unless you plan on doing live stuff. But that Samson Mic i suggested earlier is perfect for someone that just wants to get a good recording sound without having to bu a mixer and mic set up, which would also mean learning to use a mixer and buying XLR cables.
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  • RedMosquito22RedMosquito22 Posts: 8,158
    Rode NTK for female and under $500 or NT-1A if the NTK is too expensive
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  • depopulationINCdepopulationINC Posts: 2,074
    thanks all
    The only thing I enjoy is having no feelings....being numb rocks!

    And I won't make the same mistakes
    (Because I know)
    Because I know how much time that wastes
    (And function)
    Function is the key
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