Re: [LAU] using a condensator microphone live

Jörn Nettingsmeier wrote:

>> I'm using my sE usb2200A 48V microphone in my home studio, but now I'm
>> considering using it live for lead vocals. Is that gonna be problematic,
>> I'm (naturally) mostly worried about feedback?
>
> what is the polar pattern of that microphone?

http://www.soundworks.dk/images/Se/USB2200a_chart.jpg

>> We're using headphones for monitor, but the house PA might cause
>> problems. When recording vocals at home the singer is normally about 5
>> cm from the mic, was planing on the same approach live...
>
> it all depends on how loud your music needs to be.

Quite loud, I'm affraid.

> > Oh, and would getting a reflexion
>> (http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/Reflexion/) make any difference?
>
> yes, it would totally ruin the experience for your audience and turn the
> gig into a nerdfest... (/me runs and hides)

:-)

>> Any ideas and especially experiences with using microphones like this in
>> a live setting are more than welcome.
>
> does this mike even have XLR outs?

Sure. I'm not using the usb anymore.

> have a good gig!

Thanks!

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Atte
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