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AUDIO-TECHNICA IS THE RIGHT CHOICE FOR THE ISAACS
— In the studio and on the road, The Isaacs rely
on Audio-Technica
microphones and wireless systems —
123rd AES CONVENTION, NEW YORK, NY, October 5, 2007 —
For 20-plus years, The Isaacs have forged an artistic path from the
mean streets of New York City to the foothills of Eastern Kentucky and
down every stretch of highway in between and beyond — fusing bluegrass,
gospel and country — to make an extraordinary mark on three distinctive
genres of music.
But when the time came to record their 30th album, they
were looking to shake up the status quo, to break new ground musically.
So with the help of producer Mark Bright, (who also produced Carrie
Underwood, Rascal Flatts, Sara Evans and Lonestar) and the opportunity
to record at Reba McEntire's Starstruck Studio, The Isaacs set out to
show what they're really made of. BIG SKY, the band's second release
for Gaither Music Group, is the stunning, eclectic and joyful result
— and the microphone of choice to capture The Isaacs instruments
and unique vocals was Audio-Technica’s AT4060 Cardioid Condenser
Tube Microphone.
Ben Isaacs, who wears a number of different hats with
the group, including vice president, road manager, son, musician and
bass player, recalls his use of the AT4060 in the studio. “The
4060 is the most uncolored mic that I have ever worked with. It doesn’t
add anything extra on the top end or on the low end. It’s just
really smooth. We used it for both male and female vocals. In fact,
it actually sounds even better on females. It’s warm and fuzzy
on the guys, but still natural. On the females, it’s so natural
sounding that it’s like standing in a great acoustic room with
them, and in the studio you have the best of all acoustic surroundings
so it’s just going to capture all that. It’s incredible.”
Producer Mark Bright echo’s Isaacs remarks. “We
put up a lot of mics, did a shoot-out, and the 4060 just seemed to have
this open, smooth sound to it. The only thing I care about is how good
an instrument or vocal sounds. In many cases, tube mics will be the
thing that’ll make something sound smooth and just musically pleasing
— so the 4060 became the workhorse during our sessions with the
Isaacs.”
While on tour, The Isaacs are using Audio-Technica’s
acclaimed Artist Elite® 4000 Series UHF Wireless Systems with AEW-T5400
handheld microphone/transmitters for frontline vocals. Ben Isaacs says
the 4000 Series is extremely versatile: “When we are on the road
with the Gaithers, we’re playing in coliseums, which translates
to 15,000 people, two nights a week, nine months a year. Then, when
we do our own touring, our average solo concert is probably 1,500 people.
Audio-Technica performs great from a small venue to a concert hall —
it’s a great system.”
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Photo File: Isaacs.JPG
Photo Caption: The Isaacs and band with Producer Mark Bright shown with
Audio-Technica’s AT4060 cardioid condenser tube microphone. Shown
as follows L-R: Front Row: Rebecca Isaacs Bowman, Sonya Isaacs, Lily
Isaacs and Mark Bright. Back Row: Kevin Haynie, Jesse Stockman and Ben
Isaacs. Photo by Corey Walthall of Clyne Media Inc. (This photo is the
property of Corey Walthall/Clyne Media Inc., and may be used by the
press only for the purpose of one-time reproduction. Unauthorized use,
alteration or reproduction of this photograph is strictly prohibited.)
Celebrating over 45 years of audio excellence worldwide,
Audio-Technica is a leading innovator in transducer technology, renowned
for the design and manufacture of microphones, wireless microphones,
headphones, mixers, and electronics for the audio industry.
—For more information on the complete range of Audio-Technica
products, contact Karen Emerson, Audio-Technica U.S., Inc., 1221 Commerce
Drive, Stow, OH 44224. Tel: (330) 686-2600; Fax: (330) 688-3752; Web:
www.audio-technica.com
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product availability and pricing in Europe, please contact Denise Burnage,
marketing, Audio-Technica Ltd., Old Lane, Leeds LS11 8AG England. Tel:
+44 (0) 113 277 1441,
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