The anatomy of the Alien8 microphone
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Two identical capsules (headphone drivers), one facing forward and one facing back. The front of each figure 8 capsule is brighter than the rear so the three position switch gives you three tonal variations.
The Alien8 is a dynamic mic with some unique properties, lots of low end capture with a really detailed mid range. Perfect for sitting sound sources up front in the mix with little or no EQ. Kick drums and bass amps love the Alien8, on stage or in the studio.
Kind words on the Alien8 microphone from some of our favorite studio professionals 💚👽💚
Designed and made in Perth, Australia, the Alien8 figure 8 dynamic microphone is designed for low frequency sources that need to have a detailed mid range. It really shines on kick drums, bass amps and even guitar amps by capturing lots of low end and plenty of presence. Reviews of the Alien8 from engineers and users describe the almost 'finished' sound it gives, needing little or no EQ to effortlessly place sounds up front in the mix.
#alien8 #draliensmith #recordingstudio #recordingengineer #audioengineer
The SubMic is now back in stock at the DrAlienSmith webstore, link in bio 👊👽
The price is $280 Australian, which works out to be roughly $182 US, €160, 26900¥ or $250 Canadian.
#subkick #submic #drumlife #DrAlienSmith #recordingstudio #microphone
The Gravity mic picks up vibrations from surfaces instead of sound waves through the air, giving a unique sonic perspective on sound sources.
This reel demos the difference between a normal mic and the Gravity, especially how the gravity rejects the sound of the drill when its not touching the wood.
#sounddesign #foley #soundscapes #experimentalmusic #pianorecording
Alien8 mics are temporarily sold out at the DrA webstore but a new pre-order will go up by the end of the week 👽👌
If you need one quickly, all of our international retailers currently have Alien8 mics in stock so check them out.
UK - @draliensmithuk
EU - @coolkidsaudio
NZ - @oceania_audio_sales
Japan - @abendrot_masterclock
Some Gravity mic shenanigans with Ronan Charles at @aerialrecordingstudio yesterday 👽👍 Even though the best results from the Gravity are acheived when its on a flat surface, this set up shows you can hang it on an angle and still get good sounds.
Parts are taking FOREVER to arrive for the 2nd batch of the Gravity contact mic but at this stage more should be available mid to late next week.
If you've messaged me, thanks for your patience, I will be in touch soon 🙏
Getting back into the swing of things! And what better way to start than checking out the new @draliensmith Alien8 mic.
I’ve got both front and back capsules on, and I’ve also got nothing inside this @evettsdrums 18” Jarrah Bass drum, thing is singing! Chuck some headphones on if you want to hear the sub coming out of this simple set up. Got some more vids with this mic planned soon 👊
Deluxe Mic Mounts are back in stock! Buy 3 or more for a 10% discount on these super flexible and strong mic mounts.
They even fit perfectly on these classic AKG 414s owned by producer/engineer extraordinaire @instaschramy 👊👽
Nice set, thanks for the pic Mr Schram!
The 1st release of the Gravity mic sold out before I had the chance to post about it here but there will be more available in a few weeks. Head to draliensmith.com to learn more about our new contact mic and sign up to the DrA mailing list to get 2nd batch details straight to your inbox (link in bio)
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A massive thanks to Giles from @lightship95 for shouting out their Alien8 V1 during the @producelikeapro studio tour. The lightship is such an amazing concept and place, definitely tops my bucket list of studios that I need to see in person!
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Thanks also to @tomdoublierdrums for the heads up!
We've got something new on the way and this is a fun one. It's our take on capturing low noise, high fidelity sounds from mechanical vibration.
Sign up to the DrA mailing list (link in bio) to be first in line for all the details later in the week
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Photo taken at the amazing @aerialrecordingstudio
FOH engineer @angrynorsegods sent me some pics from a recent @highonfireband show. On the bass cabs Dave was running his Alien8 V3 as well as a V2 Alien8 owned by @jeffmatz_bass 💚👽💚
So good, thanks Dave and Jeff!!
