Mike91

I am interested in the sounds of nature. To be able to handle microphones, to solve technical and creative problems while recording... And at the same time to be able to disconnect from the hustle and bustle and feel myself as a part of the vast infinite - something that cannot be expressed in words. Shotgun mics are of course the most suitable. Sennheiser MKH 416 is auniversal microphone that I use for a long time already.

I just use a lightly soaped wet wipe with my Shure CVL Mic. I know that it is not recommended to use alcohol wipes.

Microphones for conferences are quite different. There are gooseneck microphones that are placed in front of every participant involved in the discussion; boundary microphones that are placed on the table to improve the acoustics of the whole room; and, finally, wall-mounted and ceiling-mounted microphones. All of these types of mics have their advantages and drawbacks. Here you can find some good options and their short reviews. As for Rode, Audio-Technica, they are also good variants. I like these ones: Audio-Technica AT875R Rode NTG2 Sennheiser MKE 600

There is a wide selection of microphones in stores - for every taste and budget. Condenser microphones are expensive pleasure, so I choose among the dynamic ones, as always with a good price-quality ratio. Chose a long time. And stopped at two - Sennheiser-e835 and Shure-SM58. The second is just a world standard. You can find a lot of good reviews about it. But Sennheiser is very good microphone for its price too. Which one would you advise? Any experience?

I own NTG 3. A decent option, works well and close to Sennheiser 8060 to my mind. I satisfied with it when working outdoors. In a whole, I like Rode mics most.

Sennheiser 8060 is an ideal variant if you ready to spend this sum

I also considered Sennheiser MKH 416 for buying. But this mic is quite expensive as well as Sennheiser 8060. Maybe used models will be a decision. Or just look for cheaper versions here...