| The best Voiceover Mics...here are the best Voice-Over Microphones arranged by price... but remember its your natural Voiceover Talent that
can make any mic the right mic! |
RODE NT1-A
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A perfect first mic and a classic Voice Over
Microphone. The Rode NT1-A offers high quality voiceovers in
the $200 price range. A no ring resonance and similar
frequency response to other voice talent microphones.
The Rode NT2-A and the Rode NTK are also excellent Voice
Over microphones. Other Rode microphones we recommend
for Voice Over Talent are Rode K2 Tube Microphone and the Rode Classic II Tube Microphone...another
great first mic for a great price is the Marshall MXL 2003 Condenser Microphone.
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price $199
Pickup Pattern: Cardioid
Frequency Response: 20Hz ~ 20kHz
Maximum SPL: 137 dB (@ 1% THD into 1kOhm) |
AKG C 414 
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A Voice Actors reference-quality
microphone with Three switchable bass cut filters and
three pre-attenuation pads with LEDs for quick visual
indication. Smooth and sweet
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price $899
Frequency Range: 20 Hz to 20 kHz
Polar Patterns: Cardioid, Hypercardioid, Omnidirectional,
and Figure-8
Maximum SPL for 0.5% THD 140 dB (160 dB@-20 dB) at 1 kHz
134dB (154dB@-20dB) 30Hz-20kHz
Net/Shipping Weight: 11.3 oz. |
Neumann TLM 103
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Neumann TLM 103 WOW! Great for narration and just about anything else
available at any price for voiceover. Often compared to it's big
brother the U87 and almost three times less money. The
Neumann TLM 103 delivers. This baby is like Milk
Chocolate and one of the quietest microphones available.
The Neumann TLM103 makes any voice over actor sound
great.
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price $999
Freq. Response 20Hz-20kHz
Kind Large Diaphragm Condenser
Max. SPL 138 dB
Notes Available in Black or Nickel
Polar Pattern Cardioid |
Sennheiser MKH-416
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The Sennheiser MKH-416 P48 microphone is a
shotgun mic used on television sets. Voice Talent
Artists use this for Movie Trailer Voice-Overs and
anything else when they need a microphone to cut-through
the mix. Known as the L.A. mic, because of it's
popularity in the Los Angeles area. The Sennheiser
MKH-416 is the screaming bullet you may want. The
Sennheiser MKH-416 is in our personal microphone
collection.
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price $1299
Pick-up pattern super-cardioid/lobar
Frequency response 40–20,000 Hz
Max. sound pressure level 130 dB at 1 kHz
Power supply phantom 48 ± 12 V
Dimensions in inches .74 x 9.84
Weight approx. 5.82 oz |
Soundelux U195
Bock Audio 195
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The Soundelux U195 is now called
the Bock Audio 195
microphone. Bock Audio 195 large-diaphragm FET microphone is
practically two mics in one, as it lets you select between "fat" and
"norm" modes for bass response tailoring, as well as providing a lo-cut
switch. A unique variable pad allows the 195 to operate in even the
highest SPL situations. This handmade premium microphone has great
extended high and low frequency response, fantastic dynamic impact, and
no typical FET mic high end "fizzle". Voice Over Talents will stand out
in the sonic quality of this bad ass microphone! Big Bang for the Buck
:)
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price $1099
FET w/ Stable Bias,
medium to low gain
Pattern: Cardioid
Frequency range: 10-20kHz
Max SPL: 125dB @0.5%
Power supply: Phantom powered, user provided |
Telefunken RFT AK47
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The Telefunken R-F-T AK47 microphone provides an exceptionally clean and warm tone, substantial gain,
dark sounding and extraordinary low end with extended high frequency response, while preserving the classic tube sound
of the Telefunken microphones and landing somewhere between a
Neumann U47 and Neumann M49... For Voice Over Talent
the Telefunken R-F-T AK47
is a must have in your mic locker. A remote 9 polar pattern external
power supply and a New Old Stock Telefunken EF732 sub miniature tube
will make this baby purrr. With no compromise in sonic excellence, this
large diaphragm condenser microphone will give you the growl you've
been looking for. From Telefunken USA. The Telefunken AK47 is in our
personal microphone collection.
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price $1599
Frequency Response: 20Hz to 20KHz
Field Pattern: Remote Variable 9 Pattern
Tube: GE JAN 6072a
Transformer: BV314
Maximum SPL 125 dB (for 1% THD @ 1 kHz)
Power Supply: 110 Volts switchable to 220 Volts AC
Capsule 1-inch dual-diaphragm condenser |
Voice Talent Brauner Phantom C
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Brauner Phantom C sounds natural and
un-hyped with nuance and depth. A Cardioid only polar
pattern and abundant warmth for Voiceovers.
The Brauner
Phantom C is also available in the Brauner Phantom AE (Anniversary Edition) in
Black or Nickel
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price $1750
Acoustical Principle - pressure gradient
transducer
Sensitivity - 33mV/ Pa-Cardioid
Pattern - Cardioid
Frequency Range - 20 Hz-22 KHz
Maximum SPL - 142 dB SPL @ 0,3 % THD
Power Supply - 48V Phantom |
Lawson L47MP MKII
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Lawson L47MP MKII
Tube Microphone... all we can say is.. WOW...this mic has some growl to
it....the Lawson L47MP MKII features the Lawson reproduction of the M7
capsule used in the legendary U47 and M49 microphones. The Lawson L47MP
MKII utilizes the 6N1P vacuum tube ... the same tube used in the award
winning Lawson L251. The sonic characteristics with the Lawson L47 are
endless with the ability to select an infinite number of patterns using
the pattern control in the same way you adjust a volume control. The
L47MP MKII features the Lawson Quick Change Capsule System that is
easily removable and may be plugged into all other Lawson mics....
world-class tube condenser sound!!! For Voiceover talents... this Mic
has it all.... we love it!..Also the Lawson L47FET is another winner!..
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price $1995
Tube: 6N1P dual triode
Pattern - Cardioid omni-directional, figure 8, and infinite intermediate patterns; also cardioid-only position
Frequency Range - 20 Hz-22 KHz
Maximum SPL - 128 dB
(138 dB SPL with -10 dB pad) |
Neumann U87 AI
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German Microphones ... second to
none...and this one happens to be the King. The Neumann
U87 AI is the most recognized voice recording
microphone in the industry. Voice Talents on the Neumann
U87 love its warm and natural sonic characteristics.
Great for Movie Trailer Voice-Overs and narration.
Paired up with the Avalon VT-737sp the Neumann U87 will
take your voice overs to the next level.... or you can
mod your U87 with the InnerTUBE Audio U87 RetroFit kit
that will convert your U87 into a U87 tube microphone..
recomend using NOS E88CC NOS Mullard Tube
(Holland)....The Innertube U87 RetroFit adds a sonic
dimension and clarity that to us sounds even better than
the stock U87....Neumann U87 Innertube RetroFit ads a
lot more bottom and much more open on top...much, much,
"bigger" sonically than a stock 87 that will make your
voice cut through... I Also recommend looking into the Neumann M147 tube microphone:)
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price $2799
InnerTUBE RetroFit price $1500
Freq. Response 20Hz-20kHz
Kind Large Diaphragm Condenser
Max. SPL 117 dB
Notes Bass Rolloff, Pad, Available in Black or Nickel
Polar Pattern Cardioid/Omni/Figure 8 |
Manley Reference Cardioid
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Manley Reference Cardioid Microphone has that rich
tonal balance and liquid character
with Warmth and Clarity.
Manley Reference Cardioid Microphones proximity effect
offers pretty good immunity from pops and sibilance
problems. The
Manley Reference Cardioid will add more testosterone to
any Voice Talent.
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price $2700
Freq. Response 10 Hz-30 kHz
Kind Tube Condenser Microphone
Max. SPL 150 dB
Notes Shockmount
Polar Pattern Cardioid |
HORCH RM2J Tube Microphone
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HORCH RM2J Tube Microphone - JAN-tube circuit
gives a solid bottom...open and smooth sound...detail,
full, like velvet... WOW!!!... this is one badass
sounding microphone:).. This
microphone will even light your cigar!!! With the
styling of an old German U-47 microphone and the unique
characteristics of either multi pattern shown in (blue) or
fixed cardioid in (red) and
able to turn off rear of capsule for capturing perfect cardioid
reproduction.
The HORCH RM2J has combinations of flavors that ads to its own unique sound signature...
This is a killer mic!
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price $5000
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Telefunken U47 M
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Voice Talents
love the Telefunken U47 M microphone for the smooth in-your-face
presence and punchy tone. A meticulous recreation of the
classic tube microphone. Telefunken U47
A must have for your Microphone collection.
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price $6995
Frequency Response : 20Hz to 20KHz
Field Pattern : Cardioid and Telefunken U47 M Omni
Directional
Tube : VF14 or EF14
Weight : 21 oz |
Neumann U47
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The Holy Grail of Microphones... the
Neumann U47 microphone... Big Bottom End with Wonderful Low-Mids/Mids/Upper-Mids.
since they don't make the Neumann U47 anymore... you can
find used Neumann U47 on the net... get ready to pay out
the ass for one of these!!!... so... is it woth it?...
ya damn stright it is!!! BUT... be warnned... and do
your research on the condition and the specs of any used
U47 mics out there... the VF14m tubes and the power
supply and capsuls are a must to take a long look at and
ask questions about...
Tube : Telefunken VF14m |
