I thought I'd probably pick up an SM-57 but I would like to hear from people on
this group about any good alternatives at a comperable price. While I disagree
with the standard rec.audio.pro opinion on mastering compression, I do
appreciate the knowledgable opinions about gear that abound here. (aside from
the anti-Behringer brigade, that is).

So any suggestions will be appreciated!

Chevdo wrote:
I thought I'd probably pick up an SM-57 but I would like to hear from people on
this group about any good alternatives at a comperable price. While I disagree
with the standard rec.audio.pro opinion on mastering compression, I do
appreciate the knowledgable opinions about gear that abound here. (aside from
the anti-Behringer brigade, that is).

So any suggestions will be appreciated!

You should give some more information about the music, voice and
environment for which you plan to use it. In any case, here are a
couple of my suggestions:

Live - Audix OM5 (a little more expensive but worth it)

Studio - The cheapest general purpose thing I've used that I would use
again was a Studio Projects C1.


--Vas

"Chevdo" wrote in message
news:KJ2gg.2712$A8.1146@clgrps12...
I thought I'd probably pick up an SM-57 but I would like to hear from
people on
this group about any good alternatives at a comperable price. While I
disagree
with the standard rec.audio.pro opinion on mastering compression, I do
appreciate the knowledgable opinions about gear that abound here. (aside
from
the anti-Behringer brigade, that is).

So any suggestions will be appreciated!


As long as they suit your opinions? No problem.

Behringer B1.

Predrag

In article , says...


"Chevdo" wrote in message
news:KJ2gg.2712$A8.1146@clgrps12...
I thought I'd probably pick up an SM-57 but I would like to hear from
people on
this group about any good alternatives at a comperable price. While I
disagree
with the standard rec.audio.pro opinion on mastering compression, I do
appreciate the knowledgable opinions about gear that abound here. (aside
from
the anti-Behringer brigade, that is).

So any suggestions will be appreciated!


As long as they suit your opinions? No problem.


What opinions?

Behringer B1.


Considering your weird prefacing statement, I am going to have to assume you
are trying to get me to buy a mic you don't think is very good. If that's the
case, then screw off, jackass. If not, please try to be more clear.

In article .com,
says...

Chevdo wrote:
I thought I'd probably pick up an SM-57 but I would like to hear from people
on
this group about any good alternatives at a comperable price. While I
disagree
with the standard rec.audio.pro opinion on mastering compression, I do
appreciate the knowledgable opinions about gear that abound here. (aside
from
the anti-Behringer brigade, that is).

So any suggestions will be appreciated!

You should give some more information about the music, voice and
environment for which you plan to use it. In any case, here are a
couple of my suggestions:

Live - Audix OM5 (a little more expensive but worth it)

Studio - The cheapest general purpose thing I've used that I would use
again was a Studio Projects C1.



Thanks, if I had planned to use the mic in a specific environment I would have
specified that. By mentioning only that I wanted it for vocals, I established
that I want a mic that is versatile for vocal applications, like the SM-57 is.
Thanks for the suggestions but I'd also appreciate a more elaborate response
including reasons why you would choose your suggested mic over an SM-57.

I might get flamed, but CAD makes a condenser vocal mic that is in the
same price range, but would have a better sound than a 57 for vocals.

Jon

Chevdo wrote:
I thought I'd probably pick up an SM-57 but I would like to hear from people on
this group about any good alternatives at a comperable price. While I disagree
with the standard rec.audio.pro opinion on mastering compression, I do
appreciate the knowledgable opinions about gear that abound here. (aside from
the anti-Behringer brigade, that is).

So any suggestions will be appreciated!

Chevdo wrote:
In article .com,
says...

Chevdo wrote:
I thought I'd probably pick up an SM-57 but I would like to hear from people
on
this group about any good alternatives at a comperable price. While I
disagree
with the standard rec.audio.pro opinion on mastering compression, I do
appreciate the knowledgable opinions about gear that abound here. (aside
from
the anti-Behringer brigade, that is).

So any suggestions will be appreciated!

You should give some more information about the music, voice and
environment for which you plan to use it. In any case, here are a
couple of my suggestions:

Live - Audix OM5 (a little more expensive but worth it)

Studio - The cheapest general purpose thing I've used that I would use
again was a Studio Projects C1.



Thanks, if I had planned to use the mic in a specific environment I would have
specified that. By mentioning only that I wanted it for vocals, I established
that I want a mic that is versatile for vocal applications, like the SM-57 is.
Thanks for the suggestions but I'd also appreciate a more elaborate response
including reasons why you would choose your suggested mic over an SM-57.

I like the OM5 for its tight pattern (which is critical live) and less
peaky (to my ears, anyway) sound than a 57. In the studio, it's hard
to recommend something general, because while a 57 might be just the
ticket for a screaming metal guy, or backing hip-hop tracks, it is in
no way something I would use on a female jazz vocal. For your average
pop vocal, in the price range you specified, I liked the C1 simply for
how it compared to the sound of an 87 which has been my 'go to' mic for
most vocals. No, it's not exactly like one, but for 1/13th the price
it's not too bad. It's got some weirdness from the high mids on up
(4KHz+) but, again, for the money, it's ok. Bottom line is, yes it
would be nice to have better gear, but if you don't have the money and
need to make music now, then get what you can afford and upgrade later.

Unless you're going to focus strictly on pop studio vocals and if you
don't already have a 57, you might as well get one, because you will
end up using it on other things, like guitar cabs or snare drums. BTW,
I prefer the Beta57 in a majority of applications, so you might check
that one out as well. Also, I know it's out of your price range, but
the EV RE-20 is an extremely versatile microphone for not a whole lot
of money.

--Vas

In article . com,
says...

I like the OM5 for its tight pattern (which is critical live) and less
peaky (to my ears, anyway) sound than a 57. In the studio, it's hard
to recommend something general, because while a 57 might be just the
ticket for a screaming metal guy, or backing hip-hop tracks, it is in
no way something I would use on a female jazz vocal. For your average
pop vocal, in the price range you specified, I liked the C1 simply for
how it compared to the sound of an 87 which has been my 'go to' mic for
most vocals. No, it's not exactly like one, but for 1/13th the price
it's not too bad. It's got some weirdness from the high mids on up
(4KHz+) but, again, for the money, it's ok. Bottom line is, yes it
would be nice to have better gear, but if you don't have the money and
need to make music now, then get what you can afford and upgrade later.


Yeah the C1 looks nice but it's twice the price of a SM-57.. I'll probably end
up with the 57 simply because there is nothing as cheap as it is that comes as
close in quality.


Unless you're going to focus strictly on pop studio vocals and if you
don't already have a 57, you might as well get one, because you will
end up using it on other things, like guitar cabs or snare drums. BTW,
I prefer the Beta57 in a majority of applications, so you might check
that one out as well. Also, I know it's out of your price range, but
the EV RE-20 is an extremely versatile microphone for not a whole lot
of money.


Yeah I think the 57 is probably what I'll go for. I do want to be able to use
the mic to back up the Rode NT4 for recording instruments, so the 57 would be
versatile enough for that.

In article , says...

I might get flamed, but CAD makes a condenser vocal mic that is in the
same price range, but would have a better sound than a 57 for vocals.


Hmm they do look like good value according to the prices on ebay, but why woudl
you get flamed, what's wrong with them??

Jon

Chevdo wrote:
I thought I'd probably pick up an SM-57 but I would like to hear from people
on
this group about any good alternatives at a comperable price. While I
disagree
with the standard rec.audio.pro opinion on mastering compression, I do
appreciate the knowledgable opinions about gear that abound here. (aside
from
the anti-Behringer brigade, that is).

So any suggestions will be appreciated!

Chevdo wrote:
I thought I'd probably pick up an SM-57 but I would like to hear from people on
this group about any good alternatives at a comperable price.

Threre's a hundred you could choose from, but if you've had experience
with the SM57 on vocals and you like it, there's no reason not to use
it. Just be sure you have a singer who can sing and has a good song.
Othewise, not even a perfect condition U47 will help.

On Fri, 02 Jun 2006 22:12:58 GMT, (Chevdo) trained 100
monkeys to jump on the keyboard and write:

I thought I'd probably pick up an SM-57 but I would like to hear from people on
this group about any good alternatives at a comperable price. While I disagree
with the standard rec.audio.pro opinion on mastering compression, I do
appreciate the knowledgable opinions about gear that abound here. (aside from
the anti-Behringer brigade, that is).

The 58's more commonly used for vocals, though a 57 will get you
there, too, depending on your voice...
--
jtougas

"listen- there's a hell of a good universe next door
let's go" - e.e. cummings

Chevdo wrote:

Yeah I think the 57 is probably what I'll go for. I do want to be able to use
the mic to back up the Rode NT4 for recording instruments, so the 57 would be
versatile enough for that.

What are you plugging it into? SM57's have deeply ingrained likes and
dislikes for various types of preamps. They come from an era of
transformer front ends, and do not always play nicely with solid state
inputs. They are egregiously awful with Mackies and similar "affordable"
preamps. They are surprisingly pleasant with things like Great Rivers
and Hardys. At lesser expense, McQ held "working well with an SM57 or
58" in his sights when he designed the FMR RNP.

--
ha

I dunno, some people would just say to save up and get a more expensive
mic, but when at a good price and sounds good too, it must be to good to
be true. I like them. I wanted Beta87A's, but didn't have the budget
for them, they are a good compromise.

Jon


Chevdo wrote:
In article , says...
I might get flamed, but CAD makes a condenser vocal mic that is in the
same price range, but would have a better sound than a 57 for vocals.


Hmm they do look like good value according to the prices on ebay, but why woudl
you get flamed, what's wrong with them??

Jon

Chevdo wrote:
I thought I'd probably pick up an SM-57 but I would like to hear from people
on
this group about any good alternatives at a comperable price. While I
disagree
with the standard rec.audio.pro opinion on mastering compression, I do
appreciate the knowledgable opinions about gear that abound here. (aside
from
the anti-Behringer brigade, that is).

So any suggestions will be appreciated!

"Chevdo" wrote in message
news:KJ2gg.2712$A8.1146@clgrps12

I thought I'd probably pick up an SM-57 but I would like
to hear from people on this group about any good
alternatives at a comperable price. While I disagree
with the standard rec.audio.pro opinion on mastering
compression, I do appreciate the knowledgable opinions
about gear that abound here. (aside from the
anti-Behringer brigade, that is).

So any suggestions will be appreciated!

Depends what kind of voice you have. For example, if you're a tenor or a
girl, then an Audix OM-5 is a good choice. If you're a bass, then the OM-6
might be more to your liking.

It also depends on what style of micing you want to use. The OM series of
mics are good for close-working.

If you want to stand a liittle ways from a mic on a stand and you have a
room with pretty good acoustics, then a wider variety of mics can work,
especially if you add a pop filter.

"Jon" wrote in message

I might get flamed, but CAD makes a condenser vocal mic
that is in the same price range, but would have a better
sound than a 57 for vocals.

If you mean the CAD C-195, then that could be a good choice. The difference
in smoothness and fullness between a CAD 95 or C-195 and a SM57 or 58 is
pretty dramatic. And, being a condensor, its compatible with a wider variety
of preamps.

On Fri, 2 Jun 2006 18:12:58 -0400, Chevdo wrote
(in article KJ2gg.2712$A8.1146@clgrps12):

I thought I'd probably pick up an SM-57 but I would like to hear from people
on
this group about any good alternatives at a comperable price. While I
disagree
with the standard rec.audio.pro opinion on mastering compression, I do
appreciate the knowledgable opinions about gear that abound here. (aside from

the anti-Behringer brigade, that is).

So any suggestions will be appreciated!




The SM58 (rather than the SM57) is more frequently used as a vocal mic.

But there in lies the rub. You can't reallly choose a mic without choosing a
preamp. I've worked on recordings that sounded really quite amazing that were
done with an SM58 and an ancient Peavy PA board. Surprised the crap out of
me. It's how the mic and preamp interact with each other that makes the
sound.

I wouldn't want a cheap vocal mic if vocals weren't important to me. I'd want
the best vocal mic I could get and then see if I could afford it.

Furthermore, taking anyone's opinion here without doing the testing yourself,
is liable to get you in trouble, because the particular voice and singing
style also have to be considered.

I've heard good things about the Audix OM5, I've used a Neuman KMS 105, Audio
Technica AE5400, Sennheiser 431 and 441, EV RE20 and RE27ND and a few more. I
have reviews of a bunch of them on my site.

Buy cheap if you want to, but know that in doing so, you may be
short-sheeting the sound.


Regards,

Ty Ford



-- Ty Ford's equipment reviews, audio samples, rates and other audiocentric
stuff are at www.tyford.com

If you want you can visit my site where I make audition of some mics on
male and female vocals, using a shure sm57 and others as well

take a look http://www.gearaudition.com

Chevdo a écrit :

I thought I'd probably pick up an SM-57 but I would like to hear from people on
this group about any good alternatives at a comperable price. While I disagree
with the standard rec.audio.pro opinion on mastering compression, I do
appreciate the knowledgable opinions about gear that abound here. (aside from
the anti-Behringer brigade, that is).

So any suggestions will be appreciated!

In article KJ2gg.2712$A8.1146@clgrps12, Chevdo wrote:
I thought I'd probably pick up an SM-57 but I would like to hear from people on
this group about any good alternatives at a comperable price. While I disagree
with the standard rec.audio.pro opinion on mastering compression, I do
appreciate the knowledgable opinions about gear that abound here. (aside from
the anti-Behringer brigade, that is).

So any suggestions will be appreciated!

What range do you sing in? How does your voice sound, overall?
Do you pop your Ps? Do you want something with a presence peak or not?
Are you talking about mikes for PA or recording?
--scott
--
"C'est un Nagra. C'est suisse, et tres, tres precis."

Chevdo wrote:

I thought I'd probably pick up an SM-57 but I would like to hear from people on
this group about any good alternatives at a comperable price. While I disagree
with the standard rec.audio.pro opinion on mastering compression, I do
appreciate the knowledgable opinions about gear that abound here. (aside from
the anti-Behringer brigade, that is).

So any suggestions will be appreciated!

How cheap do you want to be ?

Graham

In article Kp3gg.13937$JX1.6876@edtnps82, Chevdo wrote:
Thanks, if I had planned to use the mic in a specific environment I would have
specified that. By mentioning only that I wanted it for vocals, I established
that I want a mic that is versatile for vocal applications, like the SM-57 is.

I'd say that the SM-57 is actually not very versatile, because it's first of
all prone to P-popping for people who do that, and secondly it has the huge
presence peak.

Thanks for the suggestions but I'd also appreciate a more elaborate response
including reasons why you would choose your suggested mic over an SM-57.

I'd pick the RE-16 first off. It sounds better off-mike which makes it a
good choice for people with bad mike technique. It doesn't pop easily
and it has less presence boost.
--scott
--
"C'est un Nagra. C'est suisse, et tres, tres precis."

Arny Krueger wrote:
"Jon" wrote in message

I might get flamed, but CAD makes a condenser vocal mic
that is in the same price range, but would have a better
sound than a 57 for vocals.

If you mean the CAD C-195, then that could be a good choice. The difference
in smoothness and fullness between a CAD 95 or C-195 and a SM57 or 58 is
pretty dramatic. And, being a condensor, its compatible with a wider variety
of preamps.



Yeah, if i had to pick, i would go with the Cad, and you can get them
pretty cheap on eBay.

Jon

In article ,
says...

"Chevdo" wrote in message
news:KJ2gg.2712$A8.1146@clgrps12

I thought I'd probably pick up an SM-57 but I would like
to hear from people on this group about any good
alternatives at a comperable price. While I disagree
with the standard rec.audio.pro opinion on mastering
compression, I do appreciate the knowledgable opinions
about gear that abound here. (aside from the
anti-Behringer brigade, that is).

So any suggestions will be appreciated!

Depends what kind of voice you have. For example, if you're a tenor or a
girl, then an Audix OM-5 is a good choice. If you're a bass, then the OM-6
might be more to your liking.


You guys just can't get your heads around the word 'versatile'. I am going to
use the full range of my own voice, which means from gravelly-whisky soaked to
falsetto.

It also depends on what style of micing you want to use. The OM series of
mics are good for close-working.

Ok good to know, it will be close-miked. Anything that needs to be done at a
distance will go through the Rode NT4.

In article .com,
says...

If you want you can visit my site where I make audition of some mics on
male and female vocals, using a shure sm57 and others as well

take a look http://www.gearaudition.com


hey that sounds good, thanks!


Chevdo a =E9crit :

I thought I'd probably pick up an SM-57 but I would like to hear from peo=
ple on
this group about any good alternatives at a comperable price. While I di=
sagree
with the standard rec.audio.pro opinion on mastering compression, I do
appreciate the knowledgable opinions about gear that abound here. (aside =
from
the anti-Behringer brigade, that is).
=20
So any suggestions will be appreciated!

In article , says...

In article KJ2gg.2712$A8.1146@clgrps12, Chevdo wrote:
I thought I'd probably pick up an SM-57 but I would like to hear from people
on
this group about any good alternatives at a comperable price. While I
disagree
with the standard rec.audio.pro opinion on mastering compression, I do
appreciate the knowledgable opinions about gear that abound here. (aside from
the anti-Behringer brigade, that is).

So any suggestions will be appreciated!

What range do you sing in? How does your voice sound, overall?
Do you pop your Ps? Do you want something with a presence peak or not?
Are you talking about mikes for PA or recording?


C'mon, there really can't be that many reasonable quality alternatives to
SM57/58 for around the same price. Just list them and be done with it! I'll
sort out my needs on my own.

In article Mpngg.8044$771.1566@edtnps89, says...

In article ,
says...

"Chevdo" wrote in message
news:KJ2gg.2712$A8.1146@clgrps12

I thought I'd probably pick up an SM-57 but I would like
to hear from people on this group about any good
alternatives at a comperable price. While I disagree
with the standard rec.audio.pro opinion on mastering
compression, I do appreciate the knowledgable opinions
about gear that abound here. (aside from the
anti-Behringer brigade, that is).

So any suggestions will be appreciated!

Depends what kind of voice you have. For example, if you're a tenor or a
girl, then an Audix OM-5 is a good choice. If you're a bass, then the OM-6
might be more to your liking.


You guys just can't get your heads around the word 'versatile'. I am going to
use the full range of my own voice, which means from gravelly-whisky soaked to
falsetto.


And from whispering to screaming, too. But mostly just well-projected average
volume.

In article ,
says...

Buy cheap if you want to, but know that in doing so, you may be
short-sheeting the sound.



I doubt it, a $10 radio shack microphone tends to handle vocals well enough to
satisfy me, I just thought I might as well invest a little more and get a
little more. I could probably end up using a $40 karaoke mic and be fine with
it, so I'm sure anything in the SM-57 price range will be fine, but I would
like to get the most bang for my buck of course..

Chevdo wrote:

C'mon, there really can't be that many reasonable quality alternatives to
SM57/58 for around the same price.

I know they're all much, much *better* !

Graham

In article ,
says...



Chevdo wrote:

C'mon, there really can't be that many reasonable quality alternatives to
SM57/58 for around the same price.

I know they're all much, much *better* !


I can't make a lick of sense out of that statement, sorry. Every microphone
around the same price as the SM57 & 58 is much much better than the 57 or 58?
Obviously that is BS, so what the hell are you talking about?

I missed this thread start, however thought I'd jump in with my newest
mic on the pile, that I'm pretty happy with "Bang for the buck"

I picked up a Cad Equitek2 e300.2, on recommendation from a friend,
that they were currently on sale for around $250.00

I a/b'd it with a u87 and really... with my voice... the clarity,
natural, unfiltered sound, and bottom end, holds it's own.

Sure... it's character is a bit different, in all of these aspects...
but hey... for $250.00 it's one of my better "Value for dollar" buys of
this week. At least on my initial little test. (I'll let you know what
I "REALLY" think, when I mix a track, with the vocal cut on this mic...
I'll probably use it on the next few demos I'm cutting.... give it a
run.

However... right out of the box, I can say for sure.... listening to
this mic, and the u87, I don't hear a $250.00 mic v.s. a $2500.00
mic... I hear 2 really good mics.

Bobby P. Longsocks

Chevdo wrote:


...a $10 radio shack microphone tends to handle vocals well enough to
satisfy me, I just thought I might as well invest a little more and get a
little more. I could probably end up using a $40 karaoke mic and be fine with
it, so I'm sure anything in the SM-57 price range will be fine, but I would
like to get the most bang for my buck of course..


If a $10 dollar mic is good enough for you, use it and stop wasting
everybody's time.
[You post a lot of pretty inane statements.]

If you're really looking for a good $100 alternative, try the Audio
Technica AT-2020. It's a smallish diameter side address mic that's way
better than its price point would suggest.

-glenn

In article . com,
says...

Chevdo wrote:


...a $10 radio shack microphone tends to handle vocals well enough to
satisfy me, I just thought I might as well invest a little more and get a
little more. I could probably end up using a $40 karaoke mic and be fine
with
it, so I'm sure anything in the SM-57 price range will be fine, but I would
like to get the most bang for my buck of course..


If a $10 dollar mic is good enough for you, use it and stop wasting
everybody's time.

I am sick of idiots like you who can't read. If a $10 microphone were good
enough for me, I would have said so and wouldn't be wasting anyones time. I
clearly stated in the paragraph above that I want to invest a little more to
get a little more. That means the $10 mic ISNT good enough for me, you
illiterate twit. Because I'm not making recordings to satsify myself, moron,
I'm making recordings to market to the public, jerkwad.

[You post a lot of pretty inane statements.]

Oh well since you're referencing them why not provide a list of them? I have
no idea if you make a lot of pretty inane statements, but if this post is any
indication of your standard fare, inane statements are your forte.


If you're really looking for a good $100 alternative, try the Audio
Technica AT-2020. It's a smallish diameter side address mic that's way
better than its price point would suggest.


Finally. You should've said that and only that, rather than prefacing it with
stupidity, because I'm likely to discount your opinion on that microphone now
that you have revealed to me how stupid you are.

Having finally gotten around to trying out a Beta 57, it's a helluva lot
better than an SM57, less peaky and with much less distortion up top. With a
decent pop filter it might do your job okay.

Peace,
Paul

Maybe what you need is an 80-dollar BJ instead of an 80-dollar mike...


Finally. You should've said that and only that, rather than prefacing it
with
stupidity, because I'm likely to discount your opinion on that microphone
now
that you have revealed to me how stupid you are.

Chevdo wrote:

In article ,
says...

Chevdo wrote:

C'mon, there really can't be that many reasonable quality alternatives to
SM57/58 for around the same price.

I know they're all much, much *better* !

I can't make a lick of sense out of that statement, sorry. Every microphone
around the same price as the SM57 & 58 is much much better than the 57 or 58?

Yes.

Obviously that is BS,

Why do you think so ?

so what the hell are you talking about?

SM57s and 58s being mediocre.

Graham

Chevdo wrote:

In article . com,
says...

If a $10 dollar mic is good enough for you, use it and stop wasting
everybody's time.

I am sick of idiots like you who can't read. If a $10 microphone were good
enough for me, I would have said so and wouldn't be wasting anyones time. I
clearly stated in the paragraph above that I want to invest a little more to
get a little more. That means the $10 mic ISNT good enough for me, you
illiterate twit.

You've entirely failed to specify how much you're prepared to pay though ( cheap
is hardly an adequate description ) so ppl are suggesting $250 mics.

Graham

Chevdo wrote:

screw off, jackass

Now you see that's the kind of response that'll get you plonked.

Graham

On Fri, 02 Jun 2006 22:59:54 GMT, (Chevdo) wrote:

I established
that I want a mic that is versatile for vocal applications, like the SM-57 is.
Thanks for the suggestions but I'd also appreciate a more elaborate response
including reasons why you would choose your suggested mic over an SM-57.

The SM-58 is usually preferred to the SM-57 for live use. The ball
stops the singer sucking it too much, and when you drop it the head
doesn't snap off.

Neither are really contenders as a studio vocal mic. So I wouldn't
describe them as versatile.

On Sat, 03 Jun 2006 00:16:34 GMT, (Chevdo) wrote:

Yeah the C1 looks nice but it's twice the price of a SM-57.. I'll probably end
up with the 57 simply because there is nothing as cheap as it is that comes as
close in quality.

You can get a Chinese large-diaphragm condenser mic for the same sort
of money. They aren't rubbish by any means, and can have many of the
characteristics associated with "studio" vocal mics.

On Sun, 04 Jun 2006 04:38:08 GMT, (Chevdo) wrote:

I am sick of idiots like you who can't read. If a $10 microphone were good
enough for me, I would have said so and wouldn't be wasting anyones time.

Chevdo said:
"a $10 radio shack microphone tends to handle vocals well enough to
satisfy me.."

On Sat, 3 Jun 2006 18:00:27 -0400, Chevdo wrote
(in article %Dngg.8050$771.6873@edtnps89):

In article ,
says...

Buy cheap if you want to, but know that in doing so, you may be
short-sheeting the sound.



I doubt it, a $10 radio shack microphone tends to handle vocals well enough
to
satisfy me, I just thought I might as well invest a little more and get a
little more. I could probably end up using a $40 karaoke mic and be fine
with
it, so I'm sure anything in the SM-57 price range will be fine, but I would
like to get the most bang for my buck of course..


Well there you are bucko. Happy trails.

Ty Ford



-- Ty Ford's equipment reviews, audio samples, rates and other audiocentric
stuff are at www.tyford.com