Granoff Mic List
For more information on which mics you may want to use during your session check out this SOS article.
(2) AKG C414: Multi-pattern, large diaphragm condenser mic. Has 9 different polar patterns that are switchable via the controls on the mic. Has built in bass-cut filter and attenuator as well. Great for vocals, drums, instruments, etc.
(2) Earthworks Omni QTC30: Omnidirectional polar pattern. Great for overheads and room tone. Also good for close-miked instruments.
(2) Neumann TLM 103 : Side-address, large diaphragm condenser mic with cardioid directional characteristic. Great for vocals.
AUDIX STE-8 drum mic kit: complete package for drum miking.
(1) AKG D112: Large diaphragm dynamic mic. Perfect mic for bass drum and bass guitar.
(1) Shure Beta 87A: Supercardioid condenser mic. Classic stage mic for anything, especially live vocals. Also good for drums. see:
(1) Shure SM58: Cardioid dynamic vocal microphone, a classic choice in live environments. Good for snare drum as well.
(2) Shure SM57: Classic cardioid dynamic instrument microphone. Great for drums (especially snare), guitar amps, brass, and other loud instruments.
(2) Cascade Vinjet ribbon microphones: passive dynamic ribbon microphones. Bidirectional polar pattern, darker sound than regular dynamic microphones. Use caution when handling.
(3) Sennheiser E604: Dynamic cardioid mic. Designed for snare drum and toms.
(1) Radial J48 Active Direct Box: 48V phantom powered active direct (DI) box. Great for guitars, bass, keyboards.
(1) Radial JDI Passive Direct Box: Phase coherent passive direct (DI) box. Ideal for keyboards, bass, and acoustic instruments.
(1) Radial ProRMP Passive Reamplifier: Reamplifier that allows you to send a previously recorded instrument track to effects pedals or guitar amps.
(1) AKG P820 Tube Microphone: Switchable polar pattern tube condenser microphone. Does not use phantom power, and instead comes with a separate power supply. Great for adding warmth and pleasing saturation to a recording.
Additional microphones and equipment are available at the Granoff check out room next to the studio. Availability subject to Granoff hours and policies (plan in advance if you need something).