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Tren Hester · Posted: Wed Feb 27, 2008 7:12 pm Post subject: Gefell mic

For some time now, I've had "Gefell M930 mic" written on a notepad. I probably picked up the name/model from someone here on the VO-BB.

Anyone have any experience (good or bad) with this mic?
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Yoda117 · Posted: Wed Feb 27, 2008 8:14 pm Post subject:

For the coin, it's not a bad mic but now I'd take a look at the Lawson since it's a lot more mic (IMO) for about the same coin.

I prefer the UM930 over the TLM103, but despite what I've heard folks state, it's not a U87 killer. I still pick out the 87 in shootouts, but that's not to say the 930 is not a nice mic... it is, but a little overpriced IMO (so is the 87) and it's a bit too sibilant on some folks.

If you decide to go with an MG, call the guys at Mercenary. They've got a good deal with their returns and probably do more sales of the MG mics than anyone else.

In the end though, it's all up to the talent. The mic might help bring something out a bit more (be it good or bad), but it's got to be there in the first place Smile

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Charles Nove · Posted: Thu Feb 28, 2008 4:29 am Post subject:

We like the 930 a lot. Apart from sounding lovely and clean, it has miraculously low self noise. And ergonomically pleasing too - such a small mic - doesn't obstruct the script!
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Ed Gambill · Posted: Thu Feb 28, 2008 6:56 am Post subject:

I believe that the Lawson line is a very good looking product and I know they are well received in the recording business. That aside, I invite you to consider the Peluso line. The photo on the left is of three matched 22-251’s. The Peluso line is very wide with several types to consider. http://www.pelusomicrophonelab.com/

They are hand assembled and individually check by John Peluso himself. The capsule as we all know is where the sound hits the wire. John builds the capsule and also is a supplier to other companies that build microphones.

And another thing, I am a dealer for this fine produce and I can be very price completive. I would be glad to work with you should you chose to look at a Peluso.
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Audiogal · Posted: Fri Feb 29, 2008 7:26 am Post subject:

Paging Kitzie Stern...didn't she have that particular Gefell mic at one time?
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steveanthony · Posted: Fri Feb 29, 2008 9:48 am Post subject:

The M930 is the only mic I regret selling. If you do straight narration (no music or effects in the mix), the low noise factor is a major plus.

Charles Nove · Posted: Tue Mar 25, 2008 12:37 am Post subject:

Just thought I'd revive this thread to say that we've just put a pair of M930 mics into service in our main studio. They sound great.
Only caution: they are very susceptible to vibration from anywhere in the mounting. So either buy the irritatingly expensive MG rubbery mount collar or invest in some other smart shockmount. The clip that arrives with the mic will only suffice if you're using a perfectly isolated mic stand in a perfectly isolated studio where nobody moves!
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Yoda117 · Posted: Tue Mar 25, 2008 9:00 am Post subject:

despite the irritatingly high cost. The MG shockmount for the 930 is worth the investment. My "utility shockmounts" don't hold a candle to it when using the 930.
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Diane Maggipinto · Posted: Tue Mar 25, 2008 1:51 pm Post subject:

i totally relish what i glean from the vo-bb. thanks, techies! now i'm interested in this. but, alas, as an italiana, it's impossible to not move my hands, at least, when talking Wink

so for paisani the shock mount is imperative, eh?!
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Lance Blair · M&M Joined: 03 Jun 2007 Posts: 2279 Location: Atlanta

They make shockmounted mittens for those who speak with their hands. Shure is coming out with a USB glove, but I wouldn't wait for it. The mittens work fine, and you can find them used for $1800. Usually $2500 on the street. Those prices are for each, not by the pair.

I'd save the money and just get a Gefell and a Straightjacket.

But if you really must talk with your hands, here's the best way to capture that sound: http://www.violetusa.com/finger.php
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Yoda117 · Posted: Tue Mar 25, 2008 1:58 pm Post subject:

steveanthony · Posted: Tue Mar 25, 2008 4:30 pm Post subject:

My homemade shockmount for the M930 was made of an Audio Technica 8410a Universal mount and a cheap mic stand. I cut about 6 inches off of the mic stand arm (the end you screw on a mic mount), screwed the Gefell mount onto the piece cut from the stand, then slid the pipe into the Audio Technica mount. Adjust length to fit, then wrap some electric tape on the pipe to act like a stopper to keep the pipe (and $1000 microphone) from sliding out.

Here's a link to the the mount : http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/AT8410a/

Steve