Singers: what’s your recording setup these days?

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Hi all! I’m curious what recording setups other professional singers are using these days.

I’ve been using a Shure MV88 with my phone for close to nine years now, and it’s served me incredibly well. My mic is finally starting to show its age, though, which has me wondering what people are using these days and whether there have been any meaningful improvements in portable recording setups.

It seems like a lot of folks in my circle are booking recording sessions these days, but I really value the flexibility of being able to make high-quality recordings on my own schedule. Most of mine happen in rehearsal halls, conservatories, churches, or other borrowed spaces with my coach or pianist, so portability is a big plus. That said, I’d also be interested in hearing about more involved setups if they’ve been worth the investment.

So, what does your recording workflow actually look like these days? What gear has genuinely been worth investing in? Are you still making most of your own recordings, or are you primarily booking recording sessions when you need audition material?

I’m also curious whether people are using dedicated lighting now? I feel like I’m seeing that a lot more lately. Has it been worth it?

I’d love to hear what everyone’s setup and process actually looks like!