The Best Beginner Studio Mic?, Rode NT 2a Options

[drewott]

Hi everybody! <said like dr. nick from the simpsons>

I've been doing a little bit of research on studio mic's and I think I have found a winner, but I would like you'all's input if you have any.

The Rode NT 2a seems versatile between the on-mic settings and any eq'ing done after the recording. My concern is that I know little about the company and quality of product. I am sure it's no chinese piece o' crap, but am unsure about it.

The goal is to buy 1 mic that can be used as a jack of all trades.

Thoughts? Suggestions?

Thanks in advance for responding. Cheers!

[drae]

I've had an NT2A for a while now and am happy with it.....vocals, acoustic guitar and in its figure 8 pattern for an MS stereo concert recording of bass clarinets! RODE are made in my home town - Sydney. They are good value and well made. Maybe some chinese parts but mostly local. Check their website www.rodemic.com and google for reviews (see SOS mag)