Hello Everyone,

I am brand new to gear slutz. I am an upcoming hip hop artist from Connecticut. I am currently in the process of buying equipment to build a studio. One thing I hear a lot of people say is having a good Mic and Mic Preamp.

With That Said

1. What are your top five suggestions for Mic's under $1000

2. What are your top five suggestions for Mic Pre-Amps under $1000

3. What else do you feel is essential to building your own home studio set-up?

Please help!

Thank You!