Modeling Microphone Vs Me
TLDRUniversal Audio introduces the SCC1, a retro-inspired condenser microphone with a unique feature: mic modeling software. Priced at $499, it comes with the Hemisphere plugin, allowing users to emulate eight classic large-diaphragm condensers. The video, sponsored by Sweetwater, showcases the microphone's performance on various instruments and demonstrates the modeling capabilities of the Hemisphere plugin, offering a versatile and budget-friendly recording solution.
Takeaways
- 🎙️ Universal Audio has released a new microphone, the SCC1, which is a retro-inspired large diaphragm condenser microphone.
- 🔄 The SCC1 features a new mic modeling software called Hemisphere, allowing users to model eight different large diaphragm condensers.
- 💲 The microphone is priced at $499 and includes the Hemisphere modeling software.
- 🎥 The video is sponsored by Sweetwater, who provided the microphone and software for the review.
- 📹 The SCC1 was tested on various instruments including drums, percussion, synthesizers, and acoustic guitar.
- 🔌 The microphone can be used with Universal Audio's Apollo interface, allowing for real-time mic modeling during recording.
- 🎛️ The Hemisphere plugin offers various controls such as high-pass filters, proximity effect simulation, and axis selection.
- 🎶 The video includes a comparison of the SCC1 with other microphones like the SD1, using both the mic's natural sound and the modeled sounds.
- 🛠️ Users can record with the microphone and then apply different mic models in the post-production using the Hemisphere plugin.
- 🔊 The video demonstrates the sound quality of the SCC1 and the versatility of the Hemisphere plugin across different musical applications.
- 🔗 The video contains affiliate links for those interested in purchasing the SCC1 and the Hemisphere software.
Q & A
What is the name of the new microphone released by Universal Audio?
-The new microphone released by Universal Audio is called the SCC1.
What is the SCC1 microphone inspired by and what is its special feature?
-The SCC1 microphone is retro-inspired and features a large diaphragm condenser with a new mic model modeling capability.
What is the price of the SCC1 microphone when purchased with the Hemisphere modeling software?
-The SCC1 microphone, when purchased with the Hemisphere modeling software, costs $499.
How many different large diaphragm condensers can be modeled with the SCC1 and the Hemisphere software?
-With the SCC1 and the Hemisphere software, you can model eight different large diaphragm condensers.
Who sponsored the video featuring the SCC1 microphone?
-The video featuring the SCC1 microphone was sponsored by Sweetwater.
What is the purpose of the clip that comes with the microphones?
-The clip that comes with the microphones is used to secure them in place, as shown in the video with the 'Glenn John's thing' setup.
What type of microphone is the SD1 and what was it used for in the video?
-The SD1 is similar to an SM7, a dynamic microphone, and in the video, it was used in the center for a mono kit setup.
How can the Hemisphere plugin be used during recording with Apollo interfaces?
-The Hemisphere plugin can be loaded onto the channel you're recording through with an Apollo interface, allowing you to flip through different microphone models while listening before you start recording.
What are the additional controls available in the Hemisphere plugin?
-The Hemisphere plugin has controls for choosing the source microphone, selecting the microphone model to emulate, adjusting high-pass filters, a proximity knob to simulate microphone distance, an axis knob, and a power toggle.
How does the video demonstrate the use of the SCC1 microphone and the Hemisphere plugin?
-The video demonstrates by recording various instruments such as drums, bass synth, acoustic guitar, and percussion with the SCC1 microphone, then using the Hemisphere plugin to model different microphone characteristics and comparing the sounds.
What is the price of the Hemisphere plugin and where can it be found?
-The Hemisphere plugin is priced at $4.99, and it can be found through the link provided in the video description.
Outlines
🎤 Introduction to Universal Audio's SC1 Microphone and Hemisphere Software
The video script introduces a new microphone, the SC1, and its accompanying software, the Hemisphere, released by Universal Audio. The SC1 is a retro-inspired large diaphragm condenser microphone with mic modeling capabilities. The script mentions that this is a different product from previous ones and that the reviewer has never used mic modeling before. The SC1, priced at $499, comes with the Hemisphere modeling software, which allows users to model eight different large diaphragm condensers. The video is sponsored by Sweetwater, who provided the products for review. The script also mentions the use of the microphone for various recording purposes, including drums, percussion, synthesizers, and acoustic guitar, and highlights the ability to switch between different microphone models using the Hemisphere plugin.
🔊 Exploring the SC1 and SD1 Microphones with Hemisphere Plugin
This paragraph delves into the hands-on experience with the SC1 and SD1 microphones, focusing on their use with the Hemisphere plugin. The reviewer discusses the plugin's interface, which allows selection of the source microphone and the modeled microphone, as well as adjustments for filters, high pass, proximity, and axis. The script provides a detailed walkthrough of listening to the microphones' recordings with and without the Hemisphere plugin, comparing the natural sound of the SC1 and SD1 to the modeled sounds of classic microphones like the U47, U87, and others. The discussion also includes the reviewer's thoughts on the plugin's effectiveness and the differences in sound when using various models.
🎵 Applying the SC1 and Hemisphere Plugin in a Mix
The final paragraph of the script discusses the application of the SC1 microphone and Hemisphere plugin in a full mix. The reviewer shares their experience of using the plugin to alter the sound of an acoustic guitar recording, demonstrating the plugin's proximity control feature. They also mention the process of adding room mics to the drum recording using the UA RMX16 and Ocean Way room simulations to provide context to the microphone's performance in a mix. The script concludes with a call to action for viewers to check out the SC1 through provided affiliate links and thanks to Sweetwater for sponsoring the video.
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Keywords
💡Universal Audio
💡SCC1
💡Mic Modeling
💡Sweetwater
💡Price Point
💡Drum Recording
💡Percussion
💡Synthesizer
💡Acoustic Guitar
💡Hemisphere Plugin
💡Unison Pre
💡Daw
Highlights
Universal Audio has released a new microphone called the SCC1, a retro-inspired large diaphragm condenser microphone.
The SCC1 features a new Hemisphere Mic Model modeling software for microphone emulation.
The microphone comes with the option to model eight different large diaphragm condensers.
The video is sponsored by Sweetwater, who provided the microphone and software for review.
The SCC1 microphone is priced at $499 and includes the Hemisphere modeling software.
The microphone was tested on various instruments including drums, percussion, synthesizers, and acoustic guitar.
The video demonstrates the use of the SCC1 with a stereo microphone placement for recording acoustic guitar.
The Hemisphere plugin allows for real-time microphone model switching during recording.
The plugin also features controls for high-pass filters, proximity effect simulation, and polar pattern selection.
Listeners can compare the sound of the SCC1 with other microphones like the SD1 in a side-by-side test.
The video provides an in-depth comparison of the SCC1 and SD1 microphones on drum overheads.
The Hemisphere plugin's modeling capabilities are showcased with different microphone models like the U47, U87, and U67.
The video explores the practical applications of the microphone modeling feature on various sound sources.
The SCC1's performance is evaluated in a mix context with additional room mics for a fuller sound.
The video concludes with the presenter's thoughts on the SCC1 and its value proposition at its price point.
Affiliate links for Sweetwater and the SCC1 are provided in the video description for interested viewers.
The video ends with a musical number emphasizing the presenter's positive experience with the microphone.