Finding a microphone to amplify an acoustic instrument, such as a violin or guitar,
is never easy. But when The Villalobos Brothers, one of today’s hottest
contemporary Mexican ensembles, headed out on tour they knew that was just what
they needed, and DPA Microphones delivered just the right solution. After
purchasing four of the company’s d:vote™ 4099 Instrument Microphones, the
quartet, comprised of Luis, Ernesto and Alberto Villalobos on violin and Humberto
Flores on guitar, was able to perform its Mexican folk music with modern flair.

Additionally supported by Rosa Avila on drums and Leo Sherman on bass, The
Villalobos Brothers first discovered the d:votes three years ago, when it was
decided that Flores needed an amplification method. “We tried all sorts of
microphones and pickups, but we were never satisfied with the quality of the sound,
which is most important to our performances. Then, we discovered DPA. After
gathering information from the DPA website and several reviews, as well as
watching video statements from other musicians, we decided to try them, first with
Humberto’s guitar,’ said Luis. “We quickly fell in love with the microphones’ clarity,
ease of use and ability to stay put throughout our rigorous performances, so we
bought additional mics. The sound is so real; we wouldn’t change it for
anything.’

In addition to the d:vote’s ability to replicate the natural sound of the band’s various
instruments, the microphone mounts are also, according to the band, top notch.
“We are very fond of the way the mounts are so well designed for each specific
instrument,’ adds Luis. “I love that I can remove the microphone from my violin
with just one hand. We use the d:votes on all of our violins, Humberto’s guitar, and
even on Rosa’s drum toms. We love that they are so versatile.’

The band’s impressive list of credits also includes the Latin Grammys®, Carnegie
Hall and the 60th Anniversary of the United Nations, among others. The group has
collaborated with legendary Grammy-winning musicians such as Dolly Parton, Dan
Zanes, Pierre Boulez and Eddie Palmieri. The Villalobos Brothers plan to complete a
symphonic project in collaboration with Grammy-winning arranger and composer
Eduardo Magallanes, in addition to recording a second album this year.