First things first there isn’t a mic specific for recording rap vocals. If you listen to all types of rap songs you’ll notice rappers have used different mics in their recordings. In the 80s they used dynamic mics which gave the vocals a more boxy sound. In the 90s when condenser mics gained popularity, many rappers switched to them as it gave their rap vocals a much cleaner sound.
The first thing you should ask yourself in choosing a mic is what style am I going for? If you listen to other types of music, in particular rock, you’ll notice that the vocal sound from one artist to the next is very different. And guess what that’s the point! Even in rap, the vocal chain Kanye uses is much different than the vocal chain Lil Wayne uses.
If you’re just starting out and looking for a reasonably priced mic, I suggest first getting a condenser mic. These mics will give you that super clear quality. However, you have to make sure you have 3 things in order so that you get the best rap vocals:
(1) Your mic stand must have a pop filter, otherwise those annoying “pfff” sounds will be in your recording. You don’t have to be too picky when buying one, most any will do just fine.
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