Hey 👋. Yeah I know the video quality sucks. My first KZread video. Watch a current video. I promise the lighting is much better.

@judfps

Жыл бұрын

i literally came to the comments just to say that i thought the lighting looked super cool, it’s got this kind of early morning chill kinda vibe lmao

@nickiden

Жыл бұрын

I just came across this video and I can't believe this was your first one. It's so cool to see how far you have come :D Anyways, keep the videos coming

I was co-owner of a little 4 track studio in Brooklyn in the 70s. Among the things we purchased on our pooled charge cards were a half dozen SM57s and a couple of direct boxes. We chose the SM57s over SM58s because the 57s were 10 bucks cheaper than the 58s. We made some beautiful recordings in that studio with no other mics. I have many expensive mics these days (50 years later) and I sold my studio in Brooklyn in 1978 and moved to Florida, but I still have one of those SM57s from 50 years ago, and it's still an excellent mic.

@RecordingStudioLoser

3 жыл бұрын

Thats awesome. I would love to get my hands on a real vintage 57, back when they were unidyne... and put it up against a newer one just to see the differences. Just for my own curiosity!

@areyoujelton

2 жыл бұрын

I run a small studio in FL and I just bought my first set of 57s the other day... wish I had bought them YEARS ago when I started in my bedroom hahaha

Buy a Sm57 and a Scarlet 2i2. And you're basically everyones home studio

@RecordingStudioLoser

3 жыл бұрын

And some Fantastic records are made that way. ... some awful ones too...

@michealcarney853

3 жыл бұрын

Or a presonus audiobox 96

@hemantakakati1103

3 жыл бұрын

but i think you should also include fethead or cloudlifter.

@mochimochi6357

3 жыл бұрын

I’m buying this rn! So excited

Definitely can't go wrong with the 57. Never underestimate that tool

I had two SM57s in my backpack when I was hitchhiking the U.S. I got a ride in Cheyenne, Wyoming from a guy delivering an RV somewhere east. He had already picked up a runaway Amish kid who told me he wanted to go into radio announcing. I got dropped off in Columbus, Ohio. When I checked my backpack, one of my SM57s was missing.

@RecordingStudioLoser

3 жыл бұрын

Somewhere there’s a radio personality who has you to thank. Ha!

@danielwiebe2123

3 жыл бұрын

That’s a beautiful story. In your shoes I would have felt honored to contribute to that kid starting a life.

Awesome video J! Watching this legit felt like a day in the studio with you. The SM57 is rad on everything. Keep the videos coming dude.

@RecordingStudioLoser

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks man!

Dude!! Great job!! Im totally a gear head but I have seen I suffer from fooling around with my gear more than I was concentrating on recording my actual music. You just gave me an eye opener. Thank you for posting this!! Look forward to seeing more of your videos again.

i love how the lyrics pertain to the storyline. great vid.

Great video man. Loved it!

Dude, what a great channel - nice laid back vibe that's perfect for demonstrating, and inspiring confidence. SM57... ha! I'm always surprised by how well it can work on voice.

@RecordingStudioLoser

3 жыл бұрын

It’s so good.

Having mixed live sound for years I have a love for 57's. Bulletproof and they work on anything. Guitar and snare were two places that I always used them no matter what was available.

@RecordingStudioLoser

3 жыл бұрын

It’s the original workhorse

Love it! Great job!

Wow I was waiting for the vocals and they sound great.

legendary microphone that still in production, thank u so much shure!

I just love Your channel man!

I'm recording my vocals and guitar. And I already knew that this is a truly great mic, but this vid encouraged me to stick to 57 and 58. It was very helpful! :)

I just got the opportunity to open a studio in Philadelphia! We have been building it for a month now. Your videos are helping us so much!!! Thank you 🙏

I just watched this video a year later and love it even more. Keeps my GAS in check. Thanks again!

Love your content!

I've been in a band for 36 years and the best vocal mic I've ever used is an sm57.

@RecordingStudioLoser

3 жыл бұрын

Mics come and go... This one stays awesome.

Excellent video! I didn’t need the travel vlog music personally but a lot of aspiring engineers need to see this. Well done.

@RecordingStudioLoser

Жыл бұрын

lol ... yeah but imagine it silent.... so boring. This was my first video, years ago. Check some new ones out and let me know if I still have that travel vlog vibe. Maybe I subconsciously just want to travel more.

I’d like to see some videos on different mixes of the same tracks. Like a tutorial on making a mix more indie vs more pop sounding or rock sounds utilizing the same source material. And then maybe how you might record differently to achieve these types of sounds in the tracking phase.

@RecordingStudioLoser

3 жыл бұрын

Oh that interesting. Super difficult. But I like it! It would have to be like one tune. Reimagined a few ways during tracking. Mixing the same thing differently is possible but not really a method I subscribe to. You could get in the ball park but you’d be forcing the sound. Instead of the track leading you to the mix. Good idea!

You have gotten so much better at video since this video! Also, love this mic!

@RecordingStudioLoser

3 жыл бұрын

Hey, thanks! It's a learning process for sure. Almost painful to go back and watch this one. Gotta know my roots haha

@ZSugarDaddy

3 жыл бұрын

Recording Studio Loser hey man, the only way someone gets great is by willing to suck first! It’s the poison in our creative culture, we are all so busy looking at everything great we are to afraid to be terrible at something and so we never start the journey towards being great!

what this is the first video - dude you are great! You inspired my musicly and video creation wise ;)

That is sooo eye opening.

Great video. Helps me out a lot!

@RecordingStudioLoser

4 жыл бұрын

more of these one mics on the way!

Great to see this “real world” type video to inspire people when most of what you see here can be intimidating and looks over the top expensive. I hope you do more videos, you are actually really good at it and the editing along with your personality flowed nicely and held my attention! That’s saying a lot if you knew me 😂 one suggestion is that the lighting on the parts where you are talking was way way better at the end. Make more videos 🙂

Awesome! Would also love to see a video like that with just the use of the AKG D190 - 'cause I felt in love with this mic recently.

@RecordingStudioLoser

3 жыл бұрын

Noted! We'll see if I can get my hands on one!

Just a friggin work horse. Nice work guys!

@RecordingStudioLoser

Жыл бұрын

I always chuckle when this one gets a comment. My first video ever. True workhorse tho

Didn't expect to see Luke pop up in my youtube viewing!

Bump up the ISO on the camera. Beyond that, great video man.

This was a very useful video for sure dude. What blew me away most was at the end of the video when you mentioned this was your 1st go at doing videos. I want to say with all honesty that I would have never guessed that in a million years. You are a natural, and I am sure with as much fun as it looked like you had... your going to do great on your video ventures in the future.

@RecordingStudioLoser

3 жыл бұрын

Well thanks man! I appreciate that. This was my first one. Check out one of my newer ones and let me know what ya think. I’m always trying to get better.

@wildstringdom5150

7 ай бұрын

Seeing this video 4 years later. Not only do I agree with your original comment, but also the reply! As a newcomer it's awesome to see the changes you've made over time!

love your video - from phillipines

Great video, SM57 is a mic legend

@RecordingStudioLoser

3 жыл бұрын

💪🔥

I don't own a 57 but have used them very often! And durable!! Our tailgait was down driving from one gig (local) but the mic case came out and smashed open on the highway. 2 of them got ran over and the other 3 were just tossed all over the highway and here's the deal.....I had to resolder ONE WIRE on one mic and they all still worked and sounded good!!! Definitely need to get another one of these bad boys!

Facts! it is my favorite mic for vocals

I always been an equipment freak. The funny thing is, way back when I started playing with other musicians and starting up bands (ok, 1975 first band) I was new to the audio end of things and went with the standard. Everyone had an Sm58 and an Sm57. I fooled around with recording rehearsals and the 1st mic I found that did prety good was the 57's. I bought 2 of them back then. I still have 1 of those 2 today! It still works after years of abuse, storage, last min gig issues, etc. So as for dependability, it rocks. Strange how it still sits in my mic case just for emergencies. As for its sound quality, i think it is just working well. It will never replace a high-end recording mic, but it still sits in many a studio I recorded in, just in case.

drums sound great!

Fire!! Totally!

Wow i love your vocal, kinda sounds like Lemmy! I too use SM57 for all my recordings, but that's more because it's the only one i can afford lol.

@bol.8749

3 жыл бұрын

It's the only one you need bro!

@mechanicalron8269

3 жыл бұрын

That’s why this video is really cool to see out here 🙂

Awesome 😎 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

Well you fucking should be sponsored by Shure because that is the best ad I ever did see.

Brilliant!

I used them on a whole drum kit before. Kick , snare , toms , and overheads (6 SM57's total). Actually got great results. It's a great mic.

@RecordingStudioLoser

3 жыл бұрын

It is. I’ve done the same thing. Surprisingly good on overheads.

@AdrianRC991

3 жыл бұрын

I had a session also with almost all sm57 😂 overall general mid bite already there so, not too much boost eq en the mid range ✌️

This is the voice of rock

Very nice! I almost always use a crotch/fat/wurst mic and am shocked how much use I get out of it. Also noticed the Dr Z Prescription. I have the Jr and just adore it! Super versatile and you don't see a ton of them out there. Great choice! And of course every time I multi mic guitars, I'm always surprised how often it ends up being just the 57 I use.

@RecordingStudioLoser

3 жыл бұрын

Good stuff! Dude that Dr. Z is my favorite amp... But the most fragile Its a real love hate. Its been in the shop more than any other piece of gear I own. But Dangit it just sounds so good....

Circa poster in the background. Niiice.

😢 I'm ashamed... Time to order an SM57... Or maybe a few... Great video, looking forward to more!

@RecordingStudioLoser

4 жыл бұрын

Jonathan Cogswell DO IT!

Wow it sounded soooooo good with the guitar

i am impressed

Glad you made the point to talk about using DI for bass rather than try and put the mic on everything. I'm a bass singer, and the SM57/58 and other similar dynamics just don't work well with my voice (at the very least making it harder later on). That being said, the SM57 is great for just about everything else, though 😅

More like this!!!

Great vid I also use a 57 for an overhead on my kit its an awsome mike very old school

Dude, that was great. Yeap, I have a question: do you use ribbon mics, if yes what for and how, please? thanks!

@RecordingStudioLoser

3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely! Check out some I my other videos. I have a one mic. On the R88. A stereo ribbon. I depends on the project and what the song calls for but there isn’t a source I haven’t tossed a ribbon on. Electric guitar acoustic drums vocals bass amps.... piano... strings... oh yeah.

My desert island mic is a senhieser 614 pencil condenser. Yes it requires phantom power but it sounds amazing on everything. It’s the flattest signal ever.

@nickgoogle4525

2 жыл бұрын

It has high self noise. This is not a problem for you? You are not doing stereo (field) recordings with it I guess!?

Sold me on the mic that’s for sure

having recorded for 50 years (cough), I think this is the place for most people to start. You may not want to record a symphony orchestra on two am57's....would be a fun test. I doubt most people could not tell -except audiophiles. I have much more expensive capacitor mics and well, you get into like a (pick your brand...all good) AT4040 or whatever brand, and you are at your HOME studio, you have to deal with' the room noise. I like this video so much because its focuses on RECORDING...not equipment, very well done. Ok, If one of us was lucky enough to land in a big studio, like abbey road or Sunset Sound or whatever, well, let the engineers handle it. For us home studio people starting out, if you can't get something listenable with a SM57, do research and test before you "move up". The problem with any condenser mic is if your room is not prepared you pick up the A/C or heat in the vent or whatever. The song is the thing. I just recorded a fun song for a friend, i thought why bother with like RODE (I like RODE), with a SM57 (or SM58) less room noise. and can most people tell? NOPE. Now if i had a real female singer and this was going to be a demo, I'd prob use the RODE. but still....might not matter. THE Sennheiser 831's (i think) are really great too, more high end. like a Sennhesier 845 ect. if you watch NBC football games, they have moved over to those. Does it really matter for us? NO. Just a thought. My fave is the EV EV RE20, but thats only because critical listening. I remember in the 80 , i did a project with them. and afterwards i thought, hell, could of used a sm57/58 I wish you new recording people here the best! Remember Manufactures thing (rightly so) is to sell the latest and greatest..... But i ain't a SM57/8 "Is best"....I am just saying if you are just starting out....good starting point. Just a great video. I do think Shure 58/57's need a good preamp (like I have), but clearly on this video....its words great. Hey get a damn tom tom. LMAO LMAO LMAO. THANKS Bill

@Red_Dead_Director

3 жыл бұрын

Should i get one or two sm57's? I want to record what I hear when playing electric guitar and singing - I can currently record fine with my setup, but I dont want to record direct vocals and direct guitar - I want to record the sound I hear when playing live in a garage studio (like a room mic i guess)

I just sang this past Saturday at a wedding with an sm57 it was a BEAST as usual love it!

@jayarthur2184

3 жыл бұрын

do you genuinely recommend it live?I have Raspy voice like Bryan Adams or Ray Lamountagne

@bol.8749

3 жыл бұрын

@@jayarthur2184 yes. My voice is that way also.

@bol.8749

3 жыл бұрын

@@jayarthur2184 kzread.info/dash/bejne/p3enl5aGqNe-ic4.html That's not the sm57 but just showing my voice is a little raspy.

@jayarthur2184

3 жыл бұрын

@@bol.8749 dayum you've got quality content right there *subscribed* Ima start using it for gigs too

What do you like to use the SM57 on?

@dbmdrums1105

4 жыл бұрын

Great video man . Well I don't have an SM57 but I use a zoom H1n podcast mic to record my drum covers . Hey man if you got time then do check out my drum cover video here👇👇👇 kzread.info/dash/bejne/c6F4mbpuktnVqdY.html. Would appreciate if you subscribed to the channel A little bit of equalization gets the drums banging. But what I have noticed is if you start hitting the cymbals like you mean it then there is kind of chance the higher frequencies of the cymbals to take over your recording. That's my take.

@DeadlySpecies

4 жыл бұрын

Guitars!

@MrRubberbandball

4 жыл бұрын

I think I had it drummed out of me by studio nerds that the 57 wasn't any good for vocals over the last couple of decades, so I was here just to try and reaffirm my belief in the thing, as an ultimate all-rounder, amp/instrument/drum/harmonica/vocal... Great video, man. That's just one mic on the kit?

@bol.8749

3 жыл бұрын

Vocals, instruments, everything. Sm57 and sm58 are the Hulk of mics!

@xavkoston16

3 жыл бұрын

Snare Top, Guitar Amp and for distorted bass amp ;)

Wow, great video, I did a video recording a basic drum 🥁 kit with 2 SM57s I was also very impressed by my results. With the digital age it's pretty simple to get fantastic recordings with very little today. Way better then using the old Tascam 4-trk cassette recorder. Those were cool but extremely limited options. 🤘

@RecordingStudioLoser

2 жыл бұрын

I wish I still had my old Tascam.

@doublepedaler

2 жыл бұрын

@@RecordingStudioLoser right, me too. I just subscribed to your channel. 🤘

Super cool video! Very helpful. Suggestions: 1) I don't mind the dim motif, but when you are holding the mic up to show it, we can hardly see it. 2) backround music is too too loud over your speaking :-)

@RecordingStudioLoser

4 жыл бұрын

Yep this was totally my first vid Almost a year ago. I like to think I’ve improved some things since. Check out a newer one and let me know how I’m doing. Admittedly I’m learning as I go.

Please make a video on mic placement! that is crucial to get the best from SM57!

@RecordingStudioLoser

3 жыл бұрын

What would you like to see placement on?

@KlonBlastbeat

3 жыл бұрын

@@RecordingStudioLoser the two angles on the drums. They turned out very well. Looks like "point straight at privates, back up 1.5 feet"

what is the name of the intro music?

Nice.

Would love to see this with an RE20. Super impressive. I feel like the vocal performance was great but could have maybe benefited from something else? Still sounds awesome though.

it was my only mic for many years and still my choice for live vocals

@danielwilliams4379

3 жыл бұрын

Please drop the capsule cleaning tutorial 😭🙏🏼🙏🏼

The first Loose Fur record was recorded by Jim O'Rourke using SM57s for everything but the vocals!

What kit is that? And what’s the color called? I absolutely love it.

@RecordingStudioLoser

Жыл бұрын

Ludwig classic maple. Black oyster. 👍

Nice song! 🎤 just 1

Do the one mic thing with ALL OF THEM!!!

@RecordingStudioLoser

3 жыл бұрын

Oh dear. That’s a lot of work. Ahah

How about recording an entire song with a sm57 knock-off (like Pyle pdmic78) Now that’s a challenge!

@RecordingStudioLoser

3 жыл бұрын

Gotta get my hands on one

I’m looking for a jack of all trade mic to do some upright piano, vocals and guitar. Had my eye on the 57 but don’t know if this is the way to go on a budget. Any thoughts please ?

@RecordingStudioLoser

Жыл бұрын

What kind of budget are you looking at?

@charliefowler7700

Жыл бұрын

@@RecordingStudioLoser maybe £100-£150. I k ow it’s right but want to get some monitors and audio interface aswell

I agree sometimes too much gear is a problem..I dont have too much myself,,,okay I have enough for a singer songwriter, recording into logic, through clarett 2pre so I use my sm57 with a Cad mic to record my acoustic it really works. And the sm57 shall go on my bass next yup. id like to see a condenser vs a dynamic comparison why different mics are for different jobs....yah

@RecordingStudioLoser

3 жыл бұрын

Hmm interesting idea. It would have to be very watered down to a few examples. But I could try something there.

@RecordingStudioLoser

3 жыл бұрын

Hmm interesting idea. It would have to be very watered down to a few examples. But I could try something there.

I have a Scarlett 2i4. Would I need anything other than the SM57 for recording classical guitar and vocals? Is a preamp needed? I'm not a pro, I am just trying to record my own music in the best way possible.

@octaconmedia24

3 жыл бұрын

no preamp needed for that itl be dope

@mechanicalron8269

3 жыл бұрын

No pre amp needed. Your interface will let you set your levels and preamps can put you down a large rabbit hole as they are mostly used for “coloring “ on the way in, just my opinion tho🤷

@fresquitotv

3 жыл бұрын

@@mechanicalron8269 Thanks!

I've never been a fan of the 57. I've used a lot of different mics for guitar recording, I found the fat head is great for rock, and Sennheiser's e609 for cleaner sounds. I do like how the 57 sounds on vocals though. Kind of a grungy sound.

Which recorder do you use?

@RecordingStudioLoser

2 жыл бұрын

Since this video a couple years ago the setup has changed. I’m running Burl converters through an Avid HDX system.

I recorded drums with 57 but it was 1,5m from the drumkit. I Got more kick and less snare. But it sounds good

Haha great lyrics! Is that a Manley Slam in your rack :O

@RecordingStudioLoser

3 жыл бұрын

It’s an Elop! Love it

Fuck yeah man, I got one and some microphones I never heard of that crotch drum mic placement haha but I'm going to try it and record my music.

@RecordingStudioLoser

4 жыл бұрын

Can't go wrong

Sounded awesome! No really a fan but you could also employ the Dave Grohl drum recording technique. He will play separate takes like one with kick and snare then a second will just be the tom fills then a third for all the cymbals to keep the mic bleed. If you have the time and the room isn't treated that may be another way to get good drum recordings with one mic.

@MrAndrewpederson

2 жыл бұрын

BTW not a fan of the technique.... Big fan of Dave. LOL

Great video, bro! I completely agree with the premise of the video and the possibilities of the SM57. I also appreciate the history of the mic. But, I've always disliked the SM57 and SM58. It's always been my opinion that you can get a much better-sounding microphone for the same price as either. But, that is just my opinion. I'm definitely not saying they are bad microphones and I'm not trying to be a hater. And, perhaps none of those other microphones would fit in all of those applications as well. So, my opinion is probably flawed. But, I am not limited to one microphone, so I do not own one. I also understand that this really has nothing to do with the video in general. Just sharing my thoughts.

@RecordingStudioLoser

Жыл бұрын

That’s totally valid. What mics at that price point do you turn to? I wanna put them through the paces

@MitchellWilsonII

Жыл бұрын

@@RecordingStudioLoser There are so many good mics at that $99 price point. If we're talking direct comparisons to the SM57 the first mic that comes to mind is the Lewitt MTP440 it has a lot more body and warmth. I have several in my kit and I love to use them on amps and pretty much any application that you'd usually use an SM57. I do wind up rolling off the low mid a bit with the MTP440 if I need something to cut through the mix, but it's nice having it when you want it. And, the SM57 just doesn't have it. I would also take a look at the ATM650, it's a solid performer that I believe rivals the SM57.

How are these for live performances if you want one for an acoustic guitar? This would be a solo act by the way.

@RecordingStudioLoser

2 жыл бұрын

Hard to beat for live. If you aren't doing DI. They are built like tanks.

@rafaelgonzalezvega

2 жыл бұрын

@@RecordingStudioLoser fantastic!! Thanks for replying.

PS 1 mic test Sennheiser MD 421 ?

@RecordingStudioLoser

11 ай бұрын

Ooooo I accept that challenge

SM-58

57 is the king

@RecordingStudioLoser

2 жыл бұрын

A Duke at the very least.

Apparently the drums on Van Halen's first album were all sm57s.

@RecordingStudioLoser

3 жыл бұрын

I did not know that! I can why!

@bryondean6264

3 жыл бұрын

@@RecordingStudioLoser check out Produce like a Pro, Van Halen recording setup. If I remember correctly, they even have the mic chart.

@RecordingStudioLoser

3 жыл бұрын

Dope ! Thanks

i came back here to see "how bad your video making skills were at the time" and Jesus... it's not even bad at all ! Happy your channel grows as much as it does :)

@RecordingStudioLoser

Жыл бұрын

Well thanks man. I could figure out exposure in the camera. And I talked soooo slowly. Lol

@bicross87

Жыл бұрын

@@RecordingStudioLoser Maybe yeah, but the atmosphere was already there :)

You'd better be careful, or else the Nazgul might chase you down for this one mic that binds them all...

What about recording a live band? It doesn’t sound to good by using only a phone. What do you recommend?

@RecordingStudioLoser

4 жыл бұрын

That’s getting into some more difficult situations. There a lot of 1 mic series videos on KZread that use the AEA R88 which I have and have thought about trying to lake a video on. (We’ll see). Either way recording live band with one mic depends more on the placement of the individuals playing rather than mic itself.

@bol.8749

3 жыл бұрын

Use a zoom q2n 4k to record a live band. For $150 it sounds phenomenal and can fit in your pocket.

@BoboButYouCanCallMeTom

3 жыл бұрын

Use either a Zoom or a stereo microphone or maybe even a figure 8 or Omni and make sure the band plays in balance. The only way to get the band to sound good with one mic is to have a really fucking good band haha.

Can i get it for outdoor music record.. Such as near water side party time

@subhradas459

3 жыл бұрын

I have akgp220 right now

@subhradas459

3 жыл бұрын

Or I need small diaphragm condenser mic for outdoor record

Bob Ross on sound!

7:55 Love the crotch mic! That's been my go-to for recording drums for 20 years. I have a Shure Unidyne 3 that's basically a 57. A great mic! kzread.info/dash/bejne/hn-eq7iKfLTdZLg.html

If your recording space sucks, it's not going to sound as good as this.

@RecordingStudioLoser

Жыл бұрын

Mine isn’t awesome. And a 57 doesn’t really care what the room sounds like.

you can also buy about 6 shure clones on amazon for the price of one now thanks to china!

@RecordingStudioLoser

3 жыл бұрын

It’s be interesting to see how they sound against a 57

Dude, the 'background' music in your video was way too 'foreground'. lol

@RecordingStudioLoser

3 жыл бұрын

Yep my first video ever a couple years ago. Watch a new one let me know if I’ve improved.

@wodenoftheangles3339

3 жыл бұрын

@@RecordingStudioLoser Cool. Will do.

Still sounds better than a Joe Bonamassa song.

do you have un-use guitar? i would be happy to have it :)

@RecordingStudioLoser

3 жыл бұрын

What do you mean?

two more likes and you will get the magic number:) keep rocking!

@RecordingStudioLoser

3 жыл бұрын

Hahaha 🤟

Whenever I use my sm57 there's alot of fuzzy sound.

@RecordingStudioLoser

3 жыл бұрын

Hmm. Have you checked if yours is counterfeit ?

@Thecleetus

3 жыл бұрын

@@RecordingStudioLoser it definitely isn’t, I got mine from a guitar center, the probably wouldn’t scam me

@TotallyNotTony_

3 жыл бұрын

@@Thecleetus bro did you ever fix it

@Thecleetus

3 жыл бұрын

@@TotallyNotTony_ i have not, it could just be my cord or something, but its not that noticeable

Ah yes, the “crotch mic.” Sylvia would be proud