Blue enCORE 200 Dynamic Live Vocal Microphone 

Comments about Blue enCORE 200 Dynamic Live Vocal Microphone:

I was very pleasantly surprised at the quality of this mic. My preliminary test confirmed that this was a significant improvement over my old mic (EV N/D257B.) The nuances are there and it seemed "rich and warm." In short I liked my voice a lot better all of a sudden!

Comments about Blue enCORE 200 Dynamic Live Vocal Microphone:

Completely shocked ! Went to GC to get a senheiser amp mic and new vocal mic. My intention was to buy a senheiser vocal mic as well until they put the encore in front of me. I have been singing and playing guitar for about thirteen years, and i have learned you get what you pay for, but with this mic in my opinion for under a grand you will not find a better one. I haveowned and used Sure, senheiser audix, peavey and audio technica, including the high end stuff and this mic is hands down the best i've owned and used. Couldnt be happier.

Comments about Blue enCORE 200 Dynamic Live Vocal Microphone:

Everything with this mic was amazing.
This mic is amazing. I went from using the Sure SM 58, but this blows it out of the water. I also have used it for recording on Garageband, by using the Blue Icicle. Outstanding combo.
Build super solid.
Untouchable

Comments about Blue enCORE 200 Dynamic Live Vocal Microphone:

I have owned the enCore 200 for several months. Its very good indeed. Very rugged and well made. Solid. I have compared it mostly with several condenser mics (Rode NT1-a, MXL 4000, Apex 460) and the usual shures (beta 58a in particular). I like it much better than the 58a and the Rode. Its very smooth and detailed and eliminates the slight grainy quality i hear with the 58a, but there is a slight tonal shift up that works with some voices (male & female) but not with others. It didn't have quite as much output as I expected (which lowered the features mark). Its not in the same league as my Heil PR35 though, which is now my go-to mike in most situation.

Comments about Blue enCORE 200 Dynamic Live Vocal Microphone:

What a microphone. Had no experience with Blue but kept reading good things. Replaced an SM58 with the Blue and was beyond pleased. No feedback, tremendous clarity and warmth. I have to crank my 58 to get half the overall sound that the 200 produces at low levels and almost invariably the feedback would kick in. Yes, its a dynamic mic that uses Phantom Power and that confuses people. But once you hook it up, you'll get it. It sounds like you're singing into headphones in a studio. For my band, I'm running it through a $50 Rolls I use in my home studio, but you can get cheaper PP. For my acoustic gigs, I use my on-board PP on my Fishman Solo. Killer sound either way. I play harp from a neck rack and with the 58 I often had to play right into the mic or turn it up so loud to pick up the harp it would feedback. The range on the 200 solves that problem. From a tactile standpoint, the feel is outstanding. Frightfully well constructed, it's about 4 ounces heavier that than the 58 and 5 more than the Beta 58A. I'm a big boy and like the feel of a beefy mic. You get the impression you could drive nails with it during the day and croon "Wicked Game" that night. And did I mention the look? This is the baddest looking mic I've ever seen. The pics don't do it justice. I got audible gasps when I pulled it out of its felt-lined case. This thing is amazing. Best $ I've ever spent.

Comments about Blue enCORE 200 Dynamic Live Vocal Microphone:

at first I was skeptical, but the guys atG>C> let me hook it up on there massive p.a. to hear the differance. first th encore 200 vs. the sm58, not even close. Way more open sounding and much clearer, against the beta 58 & 57, same result, and finnaly againt my prior fave, the audix line. From the om2 and up, still no match. Even better than the sennh. 9 series, just pick one up, the best bang for buck on the market, hands down. The only drawback is the need of phantom power, its not a condencer mic, but man this thing is sharp, litterally zero feedback, espe. vs. other mics. Just too crazy, I wish I could get an endorsement from them, at Least I would have some kik back for braggin, but am still glad to pay for this monster. And finnaly it looks really awesome, pics dont do justice!

Comments about Blue enCORE 200 Dynamic Live Vocal Microphone:

I've had this mic for about a week now and still can't get over how great it sounds. I was singing through an AKG D5 and thought that sounded good, better than my old sm58. Now I have the Blue Encore 200, I can't think of what the other mics might be good for (fishing weights?) I don't know. The Encore 200 is built very solid, sounds clear and looks cool. It's more than worth the money, I'll be buying the 300 when it comes out because I'm sure the quality will be superb for the price range of these mics. And do it before they figure out they could be getting much more for their products.

Comments about Blue enCORE 200 Dynamic Live Vocal Microphone:

Did not know what to think, never owned a Blue condenser mic. A GC tech recommended this mic over an SM-58 or an EV-967, have to admit I was skeptical but decided to give it a try. Well - I was wrong to be skeptical. Feels solid, looks great, very warm, clear, clean, crisp vocals that surprised me. I had no intention of purchasing a Blue stage mic but as it turns out it was a great choice. I would put this mic in the "best for the price" category. Less feedback and slightly lower output than the EV-969 but cleaner/clearer, EQ it up just a bit and it's there. No comparison to the Sure - MUCH clearer/cleaner than the SM 58. This mic is well worth the price.

Comments about Blue enCORE 200 Dynamic Live Vocal Microphone:

I preordered a Blue Encore 200 and Encore 300. I used the 200 last night; and everyone noticed a complete difference. What's the "difference"? I took it right out of the box, and ran it flat on the board all night. No feedback, no hassle.I'm a 54 year old that sings 99% of our songs, and I heard articulation out front, and in the earbuds. The tone was warm and smooth-to the point that people in the audience noticed my voice sounded like a recording out front. We use a semi-very nice PA;( Mackie board,Crown power amps,Mackie tops, JBL bottoms) which would make singing into a turtle shell sound good;but this mic "fits" the PA nicely. Be ready to hear yourself beyond the same ol'SM-58 you are used too. The Blue Encore 200 is very solid as well as heavy. Should stay in great shape for a long time. The only thing I don't like about this order, is the scary and tiny mic stand holder for the mic.( you'll see what I mean) Again; I sounded immediately warmer and smoother,without even messing with the EQ,and the Beta 58 goes into the mic case as a backup.