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Category: Microphones

Micah Johnson started playing music in high school, when he taught himself the bass to join his friend’s band. He added guitar and drums during his twenties playing in local clubs, and along the way, he picked up unique, hands-on experience from hand drums to studio mixers. On Song Simian, he aims to share this knowledge from 20+ years playing and recording music. When not in gearhead mode, he enjoys photography and travel.

The 4 Best Condenser Mics Under $500 – Reviews 2023

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So why get the best condenser mic under 500 dollars? Well, if you’re serious about professional-level sound recording, a matched pair of condenser microphones is possibly the single most important piece of equipment you need to invest in. These versatile microphones are durable enough to handle an entire drum kit or orchestra, but still sophisticated […]

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The 4 Best Overhead Drum Mics – Reviews 2023

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Overhead drum mics can be the hardest part of a typical ensemble to buy. You need a microphone that can handle the crisp attack of a snare as well as it can capture the boom of your kick drum, a versatile microphone that won’t get worn out by consistent high decibel levels. For most recording […]

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The 4 Best Hi Hat Mics – Reviews 2023

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The hi-hat, with its versatile array of sounds and integral role in the overall groove, is arguably the most important cymbal on a modern drum kit, and along with the kick drum and snare is one of the most important aspects to mic correctly. There’s a school of thought that says you don’t need to […]

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The 4 Best Tom Mics – Reviews 2023

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Finding proper drum mics in a studio or with a PA system can be very tricky business. There are enough factors that affect the final audio output to make your head dizzy, whether it’s proper drum tuning, mic placement, the type of the drum itself, and so many more. To reduce the possibility of an […]

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The 4 Best Clip On Mics for the Money – Reviews 2023

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Clip-on microphones are nifty little devices that can make your daily communication far more convenient. The device’s name is quite self-explanatory: it’s a mic with a clip-on system that allows it to be attached to the speaker’s clothing or the player’s instrument. Clip-on mics are primarily known for being small and very lightweight. Their main […]

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