i have been mulling over some options in regards to new microphones and in particular modelling mics vs standalone modelling software.
There are quite a few options on the market now but, which to choose and is it worth it?
Recently I was looking at the Universal Audio Sphere LX Microphone which, apart from the mic itself comes with software that includes 20 ribbon, condenser, and dynamic mic models such as Neumann, Telefunken, AKG, Sony, etc. I would not say the microphone itself is exactly cheap, not at retail at least and I would be looking at a used model for sure. But, is it worth it? There is no doubt that the hardware is good quality. I have the UA Volt 2 Audio/MIDI interface so I know how well their gear is made. https://www.uaudio.com/microphones/ua-s ... phone.html
Another option is the Slate Digital SL2. Another modelling mic that comes with 19 models of famous microphones. This one is much cheaper at around £150.00. https://slatedigital.com/ml2-modeling-microphone/
There is also the Antelope Edge Note which is around the same price as the Slate Digital SL2 however it requires a Antelope audio interface if you want to use the mic models that come with it. Not a great move by Antelope. Most will be looking to use their own interface with any mic they buy.
https://en.antelopeaudio.com/products/edge-note/#
And of course, IK Mulimedia are always going to be in on the act with their own range of mics and modelling software. Their Mic Room app seems to be popular and has some fairly good reviews. https://www.ikmultimedia.com/products/trmicroom/
It works standalone or with IK's own mics. It is by far the cheapest option but, it's the old software vs hardware question. Is it just as practcal to use standalone software with any mic or is it better to go with a dedicated mic and the manufacturers own modelling software?
There are quite a few options on the market now but, which to choose and is it worth it?
Recently I was looking at the Universal Audio Sphere LX Microphone which, apart from the mic itself comes with software that includes 20 ribbon, condenser, and dynamic mic models such as Neumann, Telefunken, AKG, Sony, etc. I would not say the microphone itself is exactly cheap, not at retail at least and I would be looking at a used model for sure. But, is it worth it? There is no doubt that the hardware is good quality. I have the UA Volt 2 Audio/MIDI interface so I know how well their gear is made. https://www.uaudio.com/microphones/ua-s ... phone.html
Another option is the Slate Digital SL2. Another modelling mic that comes with 19 models of famous microphones. This one is much cheaper at around £150.00. https://slatedigital.com/ml2-modeling-microphone/
There is also the Antelope Edge Note which is around the same price as the Slate Digital SL2 however it requires a Antelope audio interface if you want to use the mic models that come with it. Not a great move by Antelope. Most will be looking to use their own interface with any mic they buy.
https://en.antelopeaudio.com/products/edge-note/#
And of course, IK Mulimedia are always going to be in on the act with their own range of mics and modelling software. Their Mic Room app seems to be popular and has some fairly good reviews. https://www.ikmultimedia.com/products/trmicroom/
It works standalone or with IK's own mics. It is by far the cheapest option but, it's the old software vs hardware question. Is it just as practcal to use standalone software with any mic or is it better to go with a dedicated mic and the manufacturers own modelling software?
Statistics: Posted by Saul — Sun Jul 07, 2024 12:01 pm