NT2-A Studio Solution Set : A really great vocal mic - excited by its future prospects!

I feel that I'm really only at the beginning of my journey with this microphone. So far I have recorded vocals for 2 tracks and have been unbelievably happy with the results. I opted for the NT2-A over the NT1-A because I'd read a lot of reviews saying the response was quite harsh and abrasive with the NT1-A. The NT2-A is very smooth and captures a really well rounded vocal. Prior to purchasing this mic I'd been using a Shure SM57 for guide vocals and the result, perhaps unsurprisingly, was a muddy vocal that didn't cut through the mix. From the moment I recorded using this mic - the vocals immediately sat with clarity in the mix.

I have played with the phase switches on the side of the mic - most recently recording some acoustic guitar with Figure of 8 mode - this gave a great result with lots of room ambience captured. I haven't had a need to experiment with the pad or low cut switches yet - but will in due course and can't wait to get experimenting!

I have only just bought the kit I needed for my home (bedroom) studio - so it was great to get all the accessories in one purchase - pop filter / cradle etc. All of these are really good quality - just like the mic itself which is made of metal.

The DVD that the mic ships with was informative - the presenter demonstrates the versatility of the mic by close mic'ing an entire band's recording session with NT2-A's - the result is impressive!