Sennheiser MD 441-U Supercardioid Dynamic Microphone

  Chris Tabron is a multi-platinum record producer, mixer, and engineer based in Brooklyn, New York. He has worked with everyone from pop legends like Beyoncé, Nicki Minaj, and Mary J. Blige to indie rock icons like the Strokes, the Voidz and Lower Dens.We recently had the pleasure of sitting down with Chris for our ongoing 20 Questions series. Read on to learn more about his hybrid mixing setup, impressive outboard collection, and why he brings his trusty tap-tempo metronome to every session. Continue reading →

When it comes to classic studio and live microphones, the Sennheiser MD 421 II and MD 441-U have been staples since their release in the late 1960s. In our new VK Shootout, we're pitting the dynamic microphones against each other in a session, as we use both the MD 421 II and 441-U on vocals, electric guitar, acoustic guitar, and drums. The Sennheiser MD 421 II has a large diaphragm, directional cardioid response and is capable of handling extremely high sound pressure levels. That's the reason you'll most likely see this classic in front of a guitar cab or on a drum set (particularly toms). The microphone features a five-position bass roll-off switch, which can control proximity effect for close-miking situations. Continue reading →

Founded in 1996, Athey Creek Christian Fellowship is a non-denom­i­na­tion­al fel­low­ship and house of worship located in the suburbs of Portland, Oregon. Recently, Athey Creek opened up a state-of-the-art recording studio called The Ranch House. Vintage King Audio Consultants James Good and Sam Routheaux helped the team at Athey Creek outfit The Ranch House with an incredible array of gear. The studio features a brand new SSL XL-Desk console, Burl Audio B80 Mothership and a collection of world-class mics and outboard gear. We recently sat down with Peter Elliott and Joey Meador, the Lead Engineers at The Ranch House, to discuss their new studio set-up, some of their favorite pieces of gear, and what sets The Ranch House apart from other studios in the area. Continue reading →

It’s not every day that you get to sit down for a chat with someone who has worked with some of the most iconic recording artists of all time. The person we’re talking about is GRAMMY award-winning engineer/producer Ken Caillat and the artists we’re talking about are Fleetwood Mac, Joni Mitchell, Paul McCartney, and Herbie Hancock, just to name a few.  Continue reading →