The first time Buitrago heard a
d:vote™ 4099 Instrument Microphone was on a violin when he mixed a symphony concert. “I was absolutely blown away,” says Buitrago. “I was so happy to find a microphone true to the source that does not alter the natural sound of the instrument. I contacted the local distributor in Colombia, and then traveled to California for NAMM with the express goal of speaking directly with DPA Microphones to gather more technical information about its products.”
After purchasing the microphones, Buitrago couldn’t wait to use them during one of Balvin’s shows. “I used
d:vote™ 4099D Microphones on four toms and the hi-hat, and
d:dicate™ 2011C Twin Diaphragm Cardioid Microphones on the kick and snare side, vital elements in Balvin’s music,” adds Buitrago. “The sound of the microphones blend seamlessly with Balvin when he sings, giving us a great tool in his arsenal for live tours.”