Art&Music Recording

The following microphones are shared between the studios

AKG C414 B-XL II

AKG C451 B

AKG C XLS Stereo set

Earthworks PM 40 Piano mic

Electro-Voice RE20

A firm favourite among broadcasters and sound engineers alike, the RE20 is a dynamic cardioid microphone with variable-D design, a heavy-duty internal pop filter, and an internal element shock-mount which reduces vibration-induced noise.

Neumann KM 184

The KM 184 has a gentle rise at about 9 kHz, a characteristic that was introduced very successfully with the KM 140. The result is a tonal balance that is fresher and livelier when compared to the KM 84 with its flat frequency response in that band.

Neumann M 149 Tube

Neumann TLM 103

Neumann U 87 Ai

The U 87 Ai condenser microphone is a large diaphragm microphone with three polar patterns and a unique frequency and transient response characteristic. Users recognize the microphone immediately by its distinctive design. It is a good choice for most general purpose applications in studios, for broadcasting, film and television.

Rode NT-1000

Royer R-121 Ribbon

Unlike classic ribbon mics, the R-121 withstands close proximity to cranked up electric guitars and drums, whilst sharing similarities such as the figure of 8 pattern, warm tone, and a flat frequency response.

Schoeps CMC 3

Sennheiser MD 421 II

Shure Beta 52A

Optimized for low-frequency bass punch and high-power SPL handling, the Beta 52A's supercardioid design provides maximum isolation from other onstage sounds.

Shure Beta 56A

The Beta 56A premium microphone that is ideally suited for the professional musician looking to mic up their snare and toms, either on stage or in the studio. It can also be used with other instruments such as guitar and bass amps, brass and a saxophone amongst others.

Shure Beta 91A

Shure C606

Shure SM57

The legendary SM57 is an industry-standard, highly versatile cardioid dynamic microphone tuned for the clean reproduction of amplified and acoustic instruments. The SM57 is ideal for sound reinforcement and recording applications.