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Not too long ago, I picked up a Marantz digital recorder and I've been toting it around collecting "sounds" in my new home - the District of Columbia. Things like the Metro trainman, the drum circle at Meridian Hill Park, sirens, the bagpipes from a wedding across the street, etc.
I've been using the internal microphone, but want better results. Any recommendations for an XLR microphone that can used to pick up sound several feet away and one that won't break the bank?
SamA
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I would suggest a Behringer B-5. It requires phantom power, is about $80, but comes with both a uni and omni capsules to suit your needs. I own 4 of them and find them to be an excellent value.If you need an external mic preamp and want to stay totally portable, I think that ART still makes a battery mic-pre that is pretty nice.
The other option which I use on occasion is a little Mackie 802 VLZ4 which is a great little mixer with 3 mic pres and 2 pairs of stereo line ins. This give you great flexibility in choosing ORTF when using 2 mics and you can adjust the stereo spread at will. You could also try the Decca Tree with L/R and Center mics if you and your budget so choose. A great budget mixing desk.
I also own a Mackie 1604, but use my little 802 even more.
Jim Tavegia
Edits: 11/30/13
What is your budget and does your unit have phantom power?
I was going to ask
ET
I'm using the Marantz PMD660 and I see a Phantom 48v on-off switch on the back.
I'd like to keep any purchase in the $50 to $100 range.
In advance, thanks for any suggestions.
So 50 to 100 for both mics? It's a stereo recorder. Not gonna get much good for that money. If you get one or two are you going to get stands or try holding them in your hands? (you'll get sick of that quick)
I would vote that you save money and get two good mics and stands or the cheaper option one stereo mic and a stand but the cheap stuff has a 1/8" stereo mini not XLR's.
ET
Awe is correct, pretty slim pickings for 50 bucks each, but did find this mxl mic for 50 bucks.
http://www.musiciansfriend.com/pro-audio/mxl-v250-condenser-microphone
You will still need a stand of some type to hold the mic.
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