“In studio gear, there are only 3 things that matter: Quality, Consistency & Quality. Violet is the best aspects of the vintage era merged with today’s leading-edge electronics and mechanical design.”
Whether working on his own productions or with other bands, Musician/Producer Joshua Homme chooses his tools very carefully. When he’s working with Queens of the Stone Age, Eagles of Death Metal and Them Crooked Vultures, he relies heavily on Violet Design microphones.
“It seems a common idea to utilize a range of mics and gear, both old and new. Why any piece becomes “classic” in the vintage gear world is because it’s time tested.”
“In the case of new gear, I really appreciate equipment that has its roots in something classic, yet modernizes with a reverence.”
“Respect for what was, mixed with a pride in your work today, makes for excellent sound. ” he states.
“The Flamingo Stereo, Flamingo Magic Ear, Flamingo Vintage and Black Knight, I use regularly here at Pink Duck Studios” – the producers’ personal-use facility in Burbank, CA – “are my go-to transducers.”
“Ever since they’ve been in my possession, they’ve been on my sessions. When I have a session anywhere other than my own place and I’m bringing those 10 mics. I know if I do, I have no worries… My Violets are in there because I know they will work across a wide range of instruments and vocals.”
“My Violet microphones offer a number of advantages for me, including remarkable versatility and pristine sound quality. In studio gear, there are only 3 things that matter: Quality, Consistency & Quality. There is no need to re-invent the wheel – just make a great wheel!”
