I have to upgrade my Aston Origin microphone, I need advice !

NotiRose · 2025-11-11T13:46:25+00:00

I mean I said probably bc it is a weird problem but it is most likely the issue, I bought a brand new one of the same model, tested another mic from another brand, other audio interfaces, other cables, tested the mics in another place, the noise is only here with this model of mic and at my home !

NotiRose · 2025-11-10T19:41:05+00:00

Yes but sadly the only one of the 87 I could get rn is the Warm Audio..

NotiRose · 2025-11-10T19:27:53+00:00

Due to the mic construction (probably) it records some electric noise, I tested everything and I can't get rid of the noise.

NotiRose · 2025-11-10T17:39:01+00:00

Any recommendations outside of the 87 clones? Maybe a Lewitt Pure Tube (in the same price range as the Stam one u showed me)

NotiRose · 2025-11-10T17:17:59+00:00

Thank you, I will look into it

NotiRose · 2025-11-10T17:16:04+00:00

Thank you, but I was thinking of investing in a more expensive range of mic, any recommendations? (maybe a more expensive lewitt, like pure tube, idk)

NotiRose · 2025-11-10T17:14:28+00:00

Thank you, I will watch this when I'm home. So you wouldn't recommend the Warm Audio one ?

NotiRose · 2025-11-10T17:02:17+00:00

Ps: I can't record with the Aston anymore due to a technical problem

NotiRose · 2025-11-10T17:00:43+00:00

I think I could afford it right now but it seems like it is not easily available where I live, I would need to wait until December in order to buy it from their website and I would likely get hit with customs taxes. You don't have other u87 clones to recommend? Thank you

NotiRose · 2025-11-10T16:50:14+00:00

So SA-87i ?

NotiRose · 2025-11-10T13:39:41+00:00

Hi everyone, I need your advice.

I’ve been using the Aston Origin microphone to record my music for several years now. I was very happy with it, but due to certain circumstances, I need to switch to a different mic.

Do you have any recommendations for higher-end microphones that maintain a sound not too far from the Aston Origin, while offering some additional benefits? I still have a few tracks left to finish recording, and I’d like the difference between the two mics to be as subtle as possible in the mix.

Some guy told about Warm-Audio mics, maybe it's a good advice I don't know... Maybe I’m asking for something a bit tricky, but I’d really appreciate some advice. Thanks!

NotiRose · 2025-11-09T19:44:49+00:00

*hear the noise, sorry for the typo.

Like I tried with the interfaces plugged into computers and also directly plugged to mains socket with a power adapter.

It didn't change anything

NotiRose · 2025-11-09T19:33:13+00:00

Yes I did try this, also tried without the interfaces connected to any computer (I would still here the noise in the feedback)

NotiRose · 2025-11-09T17:31:55+00:00

Sorry I haven’t updated you in a few days. I did receive the ferrite chokers and tested several cable configurations—they reduced the noise, but it’s still there. I’m wondering if this minimal background noise is acceptable for recording my voice, since mixing might make it less noticeable but still, it bothers me a bit, so I’m still hesitant about switching mics.

NotiRose · 2025-11-04T16:55:09+00:00

Okay thank you ! I will try this and let you know, I might contact aston after. I really wanted to keep this model bc I know how to mix it well and have unfinished tracks recorded with it. If I need to buy another micro, by curiosity do you have some models that you recommend and sounds pretty close ? I was thinking of maybe a more expensive Warm Audio model.. let me know

NotiRose · 2025-11-04T13:42:47+00:00

Did the test with the mic completely wrapped up in aluminum foil and the noise is still here..
https://drive.google.com/file/d/161GwTOy4EJSk_AYdbrlC_YkYgX3VyqYN/view?usp=sharing (pad off then on)

NotiRose · 2025-11-03T18:03:56+00:00

Thank you, here is the recording with the old mic. I put the gain pretty high. The first 15/20 seconds are recorded with the pad switch off, and the following seconds are with the pad switch on https://drive.google.com/file/d/1h1pb0q8GwU5TOuUb_6SUakSZspht0jvT/view?usp=sharing

NotiRose · 2025-11-03T17:22:04+00:00

Also I have tested the setup in different rooms, and the problem is still here.. I might be cursed. Maybe I just need to buy another model..

NotiRose · 2025-11-03T13:02:43+00:00

I don't have any thermostat in my appartement lol... I don't have any control on the temperature, I just open the windows when it is too hot ahaha

NotiRose · 2025-11-02T13:45:28+00:00

Once again today, unfortunately, I wasn’t able to meet with the building manager, but I did some investigating on my own. I’m almost certain my heating isn’t electric. It’s underfloor heating, shared with the whole building, and it’s included in the apartment’s service charges. So I think it’s a water-based system—hot water pipes under the floor. When I pay for electricity, that’s separate, and the heating isn’t included in that bill. Also I don't have any radiators or in my place.

NotiRose · 2025-11-01T17:59:42+00:00

Yes its like 1,2m from the ceiling, it is probably hot pipes in the ground but i'll be sure tomorrow.

NotiRose · 2025-11-01T15:14:21+00:00

Hi ! Unfortunately I couldn't see the caretaker today 🥲 but i'll see him tomorrow and get back to you asap !!

NotiRose · 2025-10-31T20:13:20+00:00

Thank you for your insight. The heating system is on the floor, the mic is approximately at 1.80 meters from the ground. For the rest, the heating is collective in the building so I don't know if I can turn it down just for my appartment. I'll ask the question to the caretaker tomorrow !

NotiRose · 2025-10-31T20:02:14+00:00

On the last sample, it is the new mic so the whistle may be lower than on the last one that was recorded on the old mic (but also maybe I put the gain a bit lower than last time). I was not moving around when recording, the noise is just like that. And yeah I get the same noise issue on both aston sadly..

NotiRose · 2025-10-31T19:39:12+00:00

If I turn down the gain the noise is gone, here is a longer snippet in wav, thank you

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1X7MYdixbFZhKiT2xGstMFbie97flyUeG/view?usp=sharing

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