Reddit reviews Shure SM-57 Cardioid Dynamic Instrument Microphone

I use a mic to an interface to my laptop, which is the standard route.

For the mic, I use an sm57 for higher volume stuff (if you ask any musician what mic they would use if they could only have one mic for general recording, 80% will say an sm57). For lower volume stuff, I use a large diaphram condenser mic (requires phantom power)

For my interface, I have an old Tascam 1800 (it has 16 inputs, I used to use it to record percussion and orchestral parts.

For software I use Cubase and Reaper. Cubase is expensive and difficult and I kind of hate it but it works really well once you figure it out. Reaper is free and fairly simple to use.

This is a fantastic less expensive interface for recording guitar

This is the Shure sm57 microphone

Link to Reaper's site

Link to Cubase's site

Best of luck!!!

be honest? I really want this audio interface for my music production:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B002R9ILOY/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?ie=UTF8&m=A2X3JAADV0964X

It's over budget, in the wrong currency, I live in a different country and there's others who are in more need than me.

However, I just wanted to participate :D The reason for it is that If I got it, I would buy this mic http://www.amazon.co.uk/Shure-Sm57-Unidirectional-Dynamic-Microphone/dp/tech-data/B000CZ0R3S/ref=de_a_smtd and finally be able to record some decent saxophone/piano playing which I haven't been able to do before.

If I could possibly make my proposal much nicer, If I got this stuff, I would personally write you a song which I will let you do anything with, I will give you the rights so you can sell it on, distribute it freely anywhere or give it to all your friends.

For vocals i'd recommend getting a Rhode NT1a. Pretty standard microphone and really versatile - http://www.amazon.co.uk/RODE-NT1-A-Condenser-Microphone-Bundle/dp/B0002PSCQM

You may be able to get a way with a Shure SM57 (for vocals) which is the industry standard microphone used for drums and guitars, etc... This will be your best option for guitar. http://www.amazon.co.uk/Shure-Sm57-Unidirectional-Dynamic-Microphone/dp/B000CZ0R3S/ref=sr_1_1?s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1452608377&sr=1-1&keywords=sm57

As for recording music into your computer, you'll need an audio interface. The majority of beginners on this thread are using Scarlett Focusrites. I'd recommend a Focusrite 2i2

If you want something a bit more 'all-in-one' then get yourself a Line 6 UX2 which comes with PodFarm 2.0 this will let you plug in your guitar and choose from a wide array of amplification emulation as well as pedals, modulations, effects, etc...

You'll also need a Digital Audio Workstation or DAW to record all of this into. I'd recommend [Reaper.] (http://www.gak.co.uk/en/line6-pod-studio-ux2/18736?gclid=Cj0KEQiA5dK0BRCr49qDzILe74UBEiQA_6gA-gBCk9lx0GnveFDFGFZYNA_DnIs7sX9ozCRg7TgEon0aAi1J8P8HAQ)

There's some great YouTube videos out there that will help you with all of this stuff. I'd recommend this guy: https://www.youtube.com/user/recordingrevolution

I took a course in college that surveyed types of music careers. You might be interested in the textbook we used https://www.amazon.com/Self-Promoting-Musician-Strategies-Independent-Success/dp/0876391390
If you're looking to start a career in music it's important to understand how to market your content to people and how to find your audience. A lot of musicians think the best thing to do is to just keep practicing and improving their musical knowledge. You obviously need to know how to use a DAW if you want to compete in the industry and learning theory would definitely help. But investing time in building your image on social media will help immensely. Also, if you're looking for a free DAW I know Pro Tools First is free. It allows you to create up to 16 tracks which should be enough for your early career. If you're looking for recording equipment here's a list of stuff I've been using:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N5QDQOF/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06ZZCR6P4/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000CZ0R3S/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06WVFRW4H/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003CLIPHO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
If you're looking for tutorials on Pro Tools and Sibelius my professor has some on his channel https://www.youtube.com/user/dtoddsorensen/videos
I hope this helps

Shure SM57, [$99 on Amazon] (http://www.amazon.com/Shure-SM57-LCE-SM57-Microphone/dp/B000CZ0R3S).

[As used by American Presidents] (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shure_SM57).

So i bought this mic

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000CZ0R3S/ref=oh_aui_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

And this stuff to go with it

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000VJJQUU/ref=oh_aui_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B019NY2PKG/ref=oh_aui_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

And now it seems that my roland duo-capture n225 died new out of the box after a few days and was having problems using it with audacity.

Best course of action for hooking up this mic to my laptop at this point?

The second mic can come later, what I want to record at the moment will only need one. My budget is pretty flexible, my folks are looking for something to get me for christmas/birthday (they're close), and I have a bit saved up myself for it. I've had a look at the PreSonus box online, but the consensus seems to be 'don't get it', however if that's the kind of thing I'm looking for then that's a big help. As for mics, this is the one I have my eye on at the moment, from what I've read it's a pretty good all-round mic.

Thanks for the help!

There are a lot of ways to go about it, but I want to point out that this beautiful human being records with just an SM57 to great results. It helps that he'd probably sound great through a tin can telephone but yeah.

Right off the bat you probably want to give a budget. Also, can you get a quiet recording area or is there likely to be outside noise? Do you play an instrument/Do you plan to in the future? Any plans to record with other people?

I'd say $99 is the bare minimum. You can get a Shure SM57 or Audix I5 for that.

http://www.amazon.com/Shure-Cardioid-Dynamic-Instrument-Microphone/dp/B000CZ0R3S

http://www.amazon.com/Audix-I5-Dynamic-Instrument-Microphone/dp/B0002IHNA0

Edit: I know you might look around and find a really cheap SM57 and it will look like a good deal, but there are a lot of counterfeit ones floating around for cheap. Avoid the suspiciously cheap ones, a real one for $99 is still a great investment.

Reaper is a cheap daw that works well, if you're a hobbist you'll be fine with that, as it's pretty great.

Then you'll need microphones. Sure's sm57s are great for snares, and even toms. You won't go wrong with the sm57.

Audix's d6 is probably the best bass mic for the price.
Audix also makes some great mics for toms and snare. You might want to check them out.

Throw in some overheads and you're set.

You'll need a usb audio interface (I have this one and it's pretty great, and you're set.

You just need xlr cables, mic stands (or/and clip mounts), and a computer. Maybe a powerbar as well.

If you remove the overheads, or get cheaper one's you've got a great setup for under 1500$. This is all the gear I use, so I personally recommend it, and I did a lot of research about what was good and what to get.

This one right?
http://www.amazon.com/Shure-Cardioid-Dynamic-Instrument-Microphone/dp/B000CZ0R3S

Do you have song/audio I can hear that used this mic? 👀

Save for a better mic unless you can't. Condenser mics are great but unless your in a sound treated voice over booth they pic up everything.

Look up dynamic mics. With that presonus you might be able to drive an sm57 or if its too noisey you can add a fethead.

Its a lot of dough i know. But you can literally throw the sm57 or the sm58 under a tour bus and still use it.

If you're solo-tracking, you only need a few things, along with your computer. I wouldn't get a four track.

Microphone

For your purposes, I'd go with the SM-57. It's considered the workhorse of microphones - it's durable, versatile, and can sound surprisingly good on vocals given the right preamps. It can also record drums better than a condenser mic. It won't sound as good on your vocals as a condenser would, but it has better long-term value.

Audio Interface

I don't know much about entry-level audio interfaces... but this seems good. I used to use a Fast Track Pro back in the day, and it was shit, so avoid that. Look for something without all the bells and whistles, and quality preamps.

DAW (Digital Audio Workstation)

The industry standard is ProTools, but because they don't have native support for VSTs (plug-ins), I prefer Cubase. Ableton is nice as well, and has a completely different workflow to it, but it just comes down to which style you like.

Good luck!

I have switched over to the Shure SM-57.

You need to mic your guitar. Either buy an sm57 ($99) and own one of the most versatile and durable mics ever made for the rest of your life, or unless you are supplying your own entire PA, ask the production company to use one. Any reputable company will have at least a few.

edit: You should look at it as an investment, but if money is an issue--or you just need a short term fix--this sm57 copycat has excellent reviews and it's only $35 .