Topic: studio projects c4- your experiece

[brewcrew87]

im not sure if im ready to make a huge investment in gear just yet, ive been through a couple cheap mics which were crap, im wondering what everyones experience has been with C4`s- would you reccomend them for someone with a small budget- say up to 600 on mics

[TNJazz]

If you can spend up to $600 you can do a lot better.

They are definitely good mics in the sub-$250 range though (used).  Much better than most other alternatives.

[jibooer]

Nothing wrong with the C4s, and the multiple patterns make it pretty versatile. Good bang for the buck. I loved mine when I had 'em. They served me well. However, as TNJazz said, for 6 bills you can find some better.

For example, check the yard sale section...Like this one http://taperssection.com/index.php?topic=147745.0

Have fun.

[acidjack]

Nothing wrong with the C4s, and the multiple patterns make it pretty versatile. Good bang for the buck. I loved mine when I had 'em. They served me well. However, as TNJazz said, for 6 bills you can find some better.

For example, check the yard sale section...Like this one http://taperssection.com/index.php?topic=147745.0

Have fun.

x2  In your range, I'd jump at those AKGs in a heartbeat. Or a new set of Busmans. Listen on LMA and decide what you like better.  The AKG being actives makes 'em especially handy.

[T-90]

As stated above by the others the c4's are solid mics that can produce good results....I used a pair for years and loved them in most cases, ESP the price....however as stated above you can get a pair of mics in the next level of quality for 600...best of luck!

[illconditioned]

Just go with the c4's.  There is a set for $175 now in the YS.  Even if you get other mics, you can use these as a second/loaner set.

Nothing wrong with these.  I've got one set loaned out, and a second set as an "installed" rig in a local pub.

  Richard

[newplanet7]

First off you know you like taping which is a good thing. If you were just getting wet I'd say go for the c4's.
But since you have taped and have a $600 budge for mics there's plenty to look at right now in The Yardsale.
Start doing some listening research as we aren't aware of what you like. So here are a few suggestions.

The akg 460's w/61's would put you at $650.
http://taperssection.com/index.php?topic=147065.0
OR
These Audix mics for $575
http://taperssection.com/index.php?topic=146910.0

They would both be a step up from what you were running before IMO.

[F.O.Bean]

First off you know you like taping which is a good thing. If you were just getting wet I'd say go for the c4's.
But since you have taped and have a $600 budge for mics there's plenty to look at right now in The Yardsale.
Start doing some listening research as we aren't aware of what you like. So here are a few suggestions.

The akg 460's w/61's would put you at $650.
http://taperssection.com/index.php?topic=147065.0
OR
These Audix mics for $575
http://taperssection.com/index.php?topic=146910.0

They would both be a step up from what you were running before IMO.

100% Agreed

I, personally, would go for the AKG 460/ck1 setup............