Earthworks SR40V Vocal Microphone Demonstration

The SR40V vocal microphone from Earthworks is the world's first high-definition vocal microphone designed for stage or studio performances. The SR40V features revolutionary circuitry that delivers perfect sonic performance. The SR40V creates a true live sound by combining flat, extended frequency response with incredibly fast impulse response. The hypercardioid pattern of the SR40V allows for natural on- and off-axis performance giving you increased volume and detail on stage without feedback. The SR40V also features the an extremely fast transient response and is backed by the industry's only 15 year warranty. Special Thanks to Jazz Vocalist, Kate McGarry for her performance. You can see and hear more of Kate at her website. Call or email the experts here at Sound Pure for more information about this product or any other product featured in this video.

[soundpurestudios]

@billearthworks She really is special, glad to have her as part of the team!

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@borralbi Thanks for beating us to it!

[soundpurestudios]

@remyleloup1 You are too kind! We will keep doing our best!

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@fifaGOALSx Thanks, we were pretty darn impressed ourself. To think this kind of quality is possibly on a microphone suitable for the stage is tough to believe.

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@TheShadow1975100 Thanks for the comment! We agree that they are truly impressive sounds from a "live" microphone

[soundpurestudios]

@duddi1415 Thanks for the comment- we've heard the same thing. There is a new form of live vocal clarity now possible with this amazing new mic

[soundpurestudios]

@ilike600baud This is indeed a great microphone- there was no additional de-essing done. As you can tell by the video she was not on top of the mic, but Earthworks microphones are designed to be flat and neutral, the result being something that is no overly top-end hyped not prone to excessive essing. There are a lot of cheap mics out there, and many are hyped in the top and very prone to the behavior you are encountering. We'd gladly talk to you more about your problem and a solution

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@fifaGOALSx That would actually make sense... assuming they have the budget. It's certainly not cheap as far as live sound goes, but then again, live sound wireless systems are pretty pricey, so perhaps this will take off among those who care about their sound to this level- it should!

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@ganjahm08 borralbi is right, it's a Shritu Box, really nice drone sound, isn't it?

[KDJFC]

Hello, I really like how this microphone sounds and I am torn between this or a neumann kms 105 the problem is I cant find many other demos of this mic even though this sounds great of course. Do you by any chance have any other demos on vocals or know of any?

[borralbi]

@ganjahm08 it says on "0:29" that it's a Shruti Box

[ilikebaud]

did you use a de-esser? I've personally been struggling with the sibilance inherent to T, SH, CH and S sounds, and I've gotten pretty good at fixing them with a (semi) parametric eq, but it destroys the brightness of the vocal. I was thinking of either getting some nicer mics, or a de-esser. This mic looks like a candidate, but it's hard for me to believe that this mic as clear as it sounds without that sibilance going crazy. Is she holding back her S sounds, or is the mic just that amazing?

[soundpurestudios]

We haven't shot any other demos with this mic or the Neumann kms 105, unfortunately. Both the kms 105 and the SR40V are great options for stage vocals, but I prefer the Earthworks in most cases where I'd consider using a stage condenser. I feel like it's got unparalleled transient detail. I'd be happy to talk more specifically with you about what mic will be the best choice for your needs. Give us a call at 888 528 9703 and we'll be happy to help you out.

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If you're talking about "impulse response" as in "microphone modeling" -- someday it might actually work, at present, the technology isn't there. Yes, they can get a microphone to sound different via "modeling" - but not exactly like what was being modeled [same flaw you find in the Focusrite "Liquid" nonsense].

The microphone is indeed capable of transducing the subtlty and nuance found in something like a U-87... but will not sound like one [with or without "impulse response" appllication]

[soundpurestudios]

How long is a piece of string?

For every sound decision have to be made by the person capturing that sound. For some instruments an SR40 may be far superior in the capture of that sound to a U-87... or, the U-87 may be superior... or they could both be inferior to a (name another mic here).

There is no way to tell until and unless you have the microphones in a contextual environment whether or not that microphone will support or detract from the musical statement.

Wish I had better news.

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I've worked with a lot of the modeling stuff... and I'm sure one day it will indeed be excellent. Unfortunately that day is off somewhere in the future and not currently available.

Why are you hung on a U87? They're good mics, but certainly not the pinnacle of the microphone world by any stretch of the imagination!!

As far as durability - the SM-58 will handle carpentry work better, in normal use applications, the SR40v is equally durable.

[soundpurestudios]

I have no idea... "impulse responses" are useful for a lot of things, microphone emulation really isn't one of them. A U87 will sound like a U87 and an SR40v will sound like an SR40v... which will be more applicable to your recordings will require that you audition the microphones and make a decision based on your experience with the two.