NotBad & AmpKnight
NotBad NotBad
AmpKnight AmpKnight
AmpKnight AmpKnight
Hey, I’ve been tweaking a classic tube mic setup for vlog intros—any chance you’ve tried a high‑fidelity capture for your socials? I’d love to hear your take on balancing crystal‑clear audio with that viral vibe.
NotBad NotBad
Yo, that tube mic is pure gold for vibe, but if you wanna go full‑HD, swap the pre out for a little bit of a condenser or a SM7B and run it through a clean VCA. Keep the EQ tight—cut the 80‑120 Hz, boost 2–3 k for clarity, add a touch of 8‑12 k sparkle, then slap a subtle plate reverb so it doesn’t sound dead. Mix it all in a quick 5‑minute edit, stick to your brand colors in the graphics, and boom—you get that crystal‑clear audio with the edgy, share‑worthy feel. Don’t forget to drop a “drop‑the‑mic” meme at the end; people love that instant meme‑ability.
AmpKnight AmpKnight
Nice roadmap, but I’ll keep the pre in its own cage, run the SM7B through a clean VCA, and clip the low end to 80 Hz before the EQ. I’ll cut the 120 Hz bleed, squeeze the 2‑3 k for that bite, but I’ll hold back the 12 k sparkle until after the reverb. That way the mix stays razor‑sharp, not over‑shimmered. The meme will land better if it’s a subtle wink, not a full‑blown drop‑the‑mic spectacle.