The
White Heat's "Blacklisted"
This
page usually stays the same for every "insider"
session.
We need to explain what mics, pres, processing, and gadgets
we have up front.
When you see those gadgets listed later, come back here as
a reference, if needed.
Click on the picture to find out more info about each item.
MICROPHONES
| MIC |
Brief
Description |
Uses
on this session |
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The
Neumann U87AI is a really nice multi-pattern, large diaphragm
condenser mic that sounds good on just about anything.
It has a very pronounced midrange, which makes ideal for
vocals that need to cut through the mix. Sometimes, too
much of that "87 sound" can be a bad thing,
though. |
Chris'
lead vocal(cardioid), Marshall Guitar Cab(cardioid), Drum
Room Mic (omni). Tambourine. |
 |
The
Neumann TLM170r is a fantastic multi-pattern, large diaphragm
condenser mic that excels in almost every application.
It has an extremely smooth frequency response and a glorious
top end that is never pinched. Mack Damon loves it. |
Not
used on this session. |
 |
The
Neumann TLM103 is a solid large diaphragm condenser mic
with a fixed cardioid pattern. This mic could be the cheapest
large diaphragm condenser you can buy with the Neumann
name on it. We have a sequentially numbered matched stereo
pair. |
HiWatt
Guitar Cabs, Stereo Leslie 122 Bottom, Stereo background
vocals. |
 |
The
Neumann KM184 is a beautiful small diaphragm condenser
mic with a fixed cardioid pattern. This mic has a very
even frequency response and excellent transient response
as well. We have a sequentially numbered matched stereo
pair. |
Stereo
Drum Overheads, Stereo Leslie 122 Top. |
 |
The
Neumann KM84 is a beautiful small diaphragm condenser
mic with a fixed cardioid pattern. This mic has a very
crisp and even frequency response and excellent transient
response. |
Hi-Hat.
Yup, that's it. |
 |
The
AKG C414 B-ULS is a studio standard multi-pattern, large
diaphragm condenser mic thatworks on just about anything.
To my ears, these mics are so flat, they sound "plain".
Not one of my personal faves, but a staple for every serious
studio. |
Snare
Drum Top & Bottom (hyper-cardioid, -20db pad engaged) |
 |
The
AKG C3000 is a large diaphragm condenser mic with a cardioid
and hyper-cardioid pattern. A decent mic for solid sound
on a modest budget, they work well in a variety of situations.
We have a matched stereo pair. |
Not
used on this session. |
 |
The
Audix D2 is a dynamic mic suited for tuned drums. They
work great on toms, but even better on congas, bongos,
and timbales. |
Toms,
and at one point a talkback. |
 |
The
EV RE-20 is a dynamic mic with a unique vented design
that significantly reduces proximity effect. Commonly
used for VO, it makes a most excellent kick drum mic.
|
That's
Mr. Kick Drum to you. |
 |
The
Sennheiser MD421 is a dynamic mic with a unique variable
rolloff feature. Commonly used for VO, it makes a most
excellent kick drum or tom mic. The 421 is also a fantastic
choice for BIG FAT guitar cab tone.
|
Toms,
HiWatt and Marshall Cabs. Bass Cab. |
 |
The
Beyer M69TG is a classic dynamic that is used by many
pros in the studios for vocals. Anything a 57 can do,
the 68 can usually do better. Cabs, drums, you name it. |
Not
used on this session. |
 |
The
SE Electronics SE3600 is a large diaphragm FET condenser
with a fixed cardioid pattern. Excellent on so many things,
it has a warm low-mid and a smooth top. |
Not
used on this session.
(we got them a week later) |
 |
The
SE Electronics SE1's are small-diaphragm condensers suited
for transient material (percussion, cymbals, overheads,
acoustic guitars). These mics have a fixed cardioid pattern.
We have a stereo matched pair. |
Not
used on this session.
(we got them a week later) |
 |
The
SE Electronics SE2200 is a large diaphragm condenser with
a fixed cardioid pattern. A decent mic for solid sound
on a modest budget, they work well in a variety of situations. |
Not
used on this session.
(we got them a week later) |
 |
The
Shure Beta 57 is a dynamic mic workhorse. It has a pronounced
presence curve that gives it an excellent "bite"
on certain guitar and drums sounds. |
Marshall
guitar cabs, studio listenback. |
 |
If
you have to go direct, the Countryman & Associates
type 85 DI is the only way to go. They'll save your life! |
Bass
Guitar DI |
PRES
|
Model
|
Description
|
Uses
on this session
|
| API
3124 |
4
channel API pre based on the original API 312 Class A
preamp from the API console. These pres can best be described
as fat and punchy. |
Rack
& Floor Toms, Bass Cab |
| Chandler
LTD-1 |
Rebuilt
1073 channel strip from the original Neve 80x8 consoles
that are famous for their tone. This is a pre/EQ with
a DI built in. The sound is BIG and creamy, all Class
A discrete. We have a stereo matched pair, consecutive
serials. |
Kick,
Snare, Lead Vox, Guitars (cab & DI) |
| Avalon
AD2022 |
Based
on the famed M5 preampllifier, this stereo pre has variable
impedance and DI features. Not to be confused with the
737, this is an all discrete, all Class A box. The sound
is as transparent as air. No coloration, lightning fast
transient response. The closest you'll get to being there. |
Drum
room mic, stereo backround vocals, shakers, tambourine. |
| Focusrite
Red One |
Somewhere
between API and Neve land lies the tone of the Red Range
Pre. Designed by Rupert Neve for the famed ISA consoles,
these pres are thick, punchy, and smooth as glass out
to dog hearing ranges. |
Snare
Drum Bottom, Hats, Stereo Drum Overheads, Hammond Top
& Bottom Stereo. |
| Control
24 Pre |
These
pres are based on the focusrite platinum range. Class
A and very smooth, with a little punch in the low mid.
The best in-console pres I've heard in a board under $50K |
Listenback |
| ART
Dual MP |
Trash
can suprise. The ARTs are very plain sounding, that is
until you push the input trim in to clipping; then you
get wonderful warm fuzzy sound. The starved plate sound
certainly has its uses. |
Guitar
Cab & Sx Vocal. |
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