Guts of The Instance

[Ponfarr]

You may get this question so much that it just gets routinely deleted or ignored, but myself and others would like to know what pieces of equipment (would need to know model numbers or something) you use to record The Instance.

I do some recording of my own, and would like to achieve the same awesome sound quality that you have.

I'm sure this frequent question might be served well by a Sticky or FAQ. If there is one, please direct me to it. I could even write this for you with the details you provide.

Thanks

[lou002]

http://www.nobodyslistening.net/2007...how-i-podcast/

It's not from Scott; but he links to it on the Instance site with "this pretty much covers it" as the title of the link

[Ghomus]

I'd like to actually find out a few more details as well. I've used the above article to get past some technical issues in my own setup, but if Scott doesn't mind, I'd love to learn about the ACTUAL models of stuff he uses. (and Randy too for that matter, which mics, etc)

-Ghomus

[Ponfarr]

/tap.....tap.....tap

This thing on?

[Darrell]

Precise brands and models is really unimportant. It's like asking where the oxygen came from that you're breathing today. The ocean? The tree down the block? Doesn't matter.

Once you get to a certain level of quality, the sound is gonna be good. His mic is a Nady I think, but not sure of the model. It's not the best there is. His mixer is overkill for any application, but smaller & cheaper would still give the same quality.

A better question would be, "What would fit me best for what I'm doing?" If you're asking because money is no object and you want the best of the best, prepare to spend thousands upon thousands of dollars on a mic alone. Even Scott does not have this.

For podcasting I recommend a condenser mic in the $50-$100 range. Anything over that price is a waste of money & it's likely nobody will even notice. Mine is an MXL990, and is generally considered the standard of good quality cheap mics. I just got a Behringer C-1 and while cheaper, it is also noticeably not as good, but is still acceptable as a backup or 2nd mic when 2 people are at the desk. As for mixers, get one with enough inputs to match your needs. I have the Behringer 802 which has 2 mic inputs which is all I need.

Any questions?

[Ponfarr]

Thanks guys! I'm collecting all your great notes here on the gear and doing more research.

Still hoping to hear from Scott in this "Ask Scott" section.

[Ghomus]

Originally Posted by Darrell

For podcasting I recommend a condenser mic in the $50-$100 range. Anything over that price is a waste of money & it's likely nobody will even notice. Mine is an MXL990, and is generally considered the standard of good quality cheap mics. I just got a Behringer C-1 and while cheaper, it is also noticeably not as good, but is still acceptable as a backup or 2nd mic when 2 people are at the desk. As for mixers, get one with enough inputs to match your needs. I have the Behringer 802 which has 2 mic inputs which is all I need.

Any questions?

Darrell, you seem to have a really good sound. Are you using a separate preamp at all? Or just plugging everything into the 802? (I'm guessing it has phantom power on board)

-Ghomus

[Darrell]

Hiya!

Yes, the 802 has phantom power & preamp as well as a simple equalizer - which I think works very well.

This mixer is essentially the same as mine & $10 cheaper:
http://pro-audio.musiciansfriend.com...xer?sku=631238

MXL990 mic. Sometimes the price drops $10. Still worth it when not on sale. It also comes with a shock mount:
http://pro-audio.musiciansfriend.com...unt?sku=273156

[Ghomus]

I alternate between the MXL990 and Blue 8-Ball. For the price, yeah, they're not bad at all!

-Ghomus

[Rillion]

Ewwww......Instance guts.