Well it all started with a CAD VSM (Valve Studio Microphone) - this was a big improvement on my original preferred mic for vocals, but It was too noisy and was slightly harsh.
So I bought a NOS Mullard tube from the 60s and all the noise went away and the mic had a smooth creamy sound.
I then decided that this was brilliant for thickening up the sound on singers who did not have full voices but you don't need double cream on everything - and besides it had little output at the top end.
So I have now replaced the valve with an old Telefunken model and the difference is amazing - slightly larger than life, and a wide open top end.
First record out using the new mic will be for Pheonix Street - so you can judge for yourselves.
Anybody had similar experiences with re-valving mics ro other studio equipment?
cheers
Daniel Davis
Edinburgh Recording Studio Windmill Sound
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