Sterling Audio UMS Utility Microphone Shield

Comments about Sterling Audio UMS Utility Microphone Shield:

I bought this for doing voice over on the road. Often times I find myself in a place that's less then desirable for recording. There are other more pricey items out there designed as portable booths...but they really aren't what I consider "portable". They're also pretty expensive. This reflector is both portable and inexpensive. It all seems reasonably well made. For sure it significantly reduces the echo in your room. Is it perfect? No. But honestly, it's really pretty good and in your average hotel room, it serves it's purpose for me. Can't go wrong for the money.

Comments about Sterling Audio UMS Utility Microphone Shield:

I recently picked up a Neumann TLM 102 and realized (after plugging it in) that I would need something to help kill reflections when recording vocals in my home studio. My set up is in a living room with carpeted floors and 3 couches, so even though it is not professionally treated, there is enough sound absorption already that I knew it would not take much to get rid of the flutter I was hearing. I actually purchased both this and the much larger SE Electronics Reflexion Filter X. After experimenting a bit with placement, I found the Sterling to provide minimal but effective reduction in room reflections, while the SE shield actually was a bit of an overkill and resulted in a more muffled sound. To be clear- I had very specific needs and circumstances, and I could see how the Sterling would not make much of a difference with other mics. But in my case, with a tiny mic like the TLM 102, it served its purpose and tightened up my vocal takes enough to be passable. Larger mic likely would not benefit at all, and if your room is untreated, don't expect any miracles from something so unsubstantial. But in the right situation this gets the job done, and I can honestly say that although a bit flimsy, the gooseneck allowed for me to position not just behind my mic but also angled slightly above to kill reflections coming off the ceiling- which was 90% of my problem! My suggestion is to take advantage of Guitar Centers's 45 day policy and test it out before committing to it. Another big plus for me is this size is compact and fits nicely in my limited desktop space.

Comments about Sterling Audio UMS Utility Microphone Shield:

Not as big as I thought. The goose neck is too flimsy.

Comments about Sterling Audio UMS Utility Microphone Shield:

While the product is smaller than I thought it was going to be, it did help isolate/dampen my vocals enough to make a pretty sizable sound quality difference. If you don't have a good space that is really dead, this can help quite a bit.

Comments about Sterling Audio UMS Utility Microphone Shield:

Good

Comments about Sterling Audio UMS Utility Microphone Shield:

It's good for what it is. I use this product as a shield for podcast mics (desktop-sized). Keep in mind, this product is smaller than a normal (studio-sized) shield. I would NOT recommend if you're REALLY trying isolate vocals. But again, it's good for what it is. Small, lightweight, portable.

Comments about Sterling Audio UMS Utility Microphone Shield:

Haven't used product yet but I can say I like the fact that it is light.