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Description
The Blue Microphones Cactus is a studio-grade condenser microphone that effortlessly bridges the gap between vintage charm and modern precision. Revered by audio professionals across various genres, the Cactus delivers a sound that is both intimate and expansive, capturing every nuance with stunning clarity. This microphone is perfect for recording vocals with an unparalleled richness and warmth, making it a favorite for those seeking a classic sound with a contemporary edge.
At the heart of the Cactus is its vintage tube and Class A discrete circuitry, which brings an authentic analog feel to your recordings. The multi-pattern design offers versatility, catering to diverse recording needs with cardioid, omni, and figure-8 options. From vocals to brass and electric guitars, the Cactus ensures that every instrument is heard with its true character.
Hand-built with Blue's renowned large diaphragm capsule, the Cactus is meticulously crafted to capture a rich low end, detailed mid-range, and silky highs. Its integrated capsule shockmounting and hand-tuning guarantee a pristine signal free from unwanted noise. Whether you're in a professional studio or a home setup, the Cactus provides the quality and reliability that discerning audio engineers demand.
Key Features:
- Multi-purpose microphone suitable for vocals, brass, and electric guitar
- Multipattern condenser: cardioid, omni, figure 8
- Vintage tube and Class A discrete circuitry
- Hand-built large diaphragm capsule for a vintage sound profile
- Integrated capsule shockmounting; hand-tuned and tested
- Includes premium Cactus tube power supply, Champagne tube mic cable, and ATA style storage case
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Used for lead vocals on Raising Sand, as stated by engineer Mike Piersante in this December 1, 2007 Mix Online interview.
As for the all-important vocal mics, Piersante says, “I actually bought a mic, as I'll sometimes do, just for this project. I had Allison singing through a Blue Cactus, which is sort of their retro mic that's like an old [Neumann] M49 or something. Blue got it right with this — it has a real thick quality to it and it's not too bright. Alison can be a fairly bright singer and I wanted something to complement that and not accentuate it. So I chose this mic to try on her and it ended up sounding very good; very old tube-sounding. I probably had her through an LA2, as well. Robert sang on one of T Bone's [Neumann] U47s, and I probably had an LA2 or LA3 limiter on him.
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