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FET Mics vs Tube Mics - A Comparison Guide for Audio Recording

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Overview

Learn the key differences between FET and Tube Large Diaphragm Condenser microphones in this comprehensive 23-minute video tutorial that compares the Vanguard V4 FET mic and Vanguard V13 tube mic. Discover how each microphone type operates, their unique strengths, and when to choose one over the other through practical demonstrations including spoken word, singing, and acoustic guitar recordings. Explore proximity effects, minimal vocal processing examples, and get specific microphone recommendations across three different budget ranges to help make an informed purchasing decision for your recording setup.

Syllabus

Preview
Intro
What Are FET Mics?
What Are Tube Mics?
About The Mics We're Using
FET Vs. Tube Mic Spoken Example
My Thoughts On FET Vs. Tube
FET Vs. Tube Mic Proximity Test
FET Vs. Tube Singing Example
FET Vs. Tube With Minimal Vocal Processing
FET Vs. Tube Acoustic Guitar Example
Closing Thoughts
My Mic Recommendations For 3 Budgets
Outro

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