yeah the rode nt1 is a good starter mic. I use a behringer b1 and b2. I am also liking that Oktava 319, it isn't as noise free as my b series but it sounds so flattering.
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are you tight with loris holland. it would be one hell of a coincidence if you are. anyways i was gonna do some stuff with him and he told me about his man in texas called groove. could that be you??
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I'd say a Shure-sm58, a Studio Projects B1, a Marshall V69, or an Oktava mk319, all could be had for 80$ or less. The B1, V69, and mk319 are all condensers and you will need phantom power, for that I'd recommend the Audio Buddy for 79$ unless your mixer has PP built in.
I just copped a BLUE Ball Mic, it's a 48V Phantom Powered Condenser. A little out of the $120 price range, but I got it for $160. It has some rave reviews I'll let you know what's up with it after tonite.
I'd say a Shure-sm58, a Studio Projects B1, a Marshall V69, or an Oktava mk319
I like all these mics as well though I prefer the SM57 over the 58. My favorite "cheap" condenser right now is the Nady SCM1000(99.00). This mic can hold it's own with some of the big boys.
I hooked up that "BLUE Ball" mic last night and gave it a whirl. It sounded great for Neo Soul Vocals. The Hip Hop end needed a little help. The mic was warm in fact a bit too warm for me without the proper amount of EQing. For the price excellent, but would definitely excell as a live instrument and chorus/hook mic. I will probably invest in that Octava MK 319 for my mains tho.