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  1. 01-21-2013 #1
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    Cascade Fathead opinions

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    I've been wanting a pair of ribbons for quite some time. I work on a regular basis with a medium size symphony and am dying to try a pair on the string section. However, I really can't justify Royers, etc..... and am looking at options in the $300/each arena. The Fatheads seem to garner a great deal of positive comments, any other similar priced ribbons of equal quality that can be suggested?
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    Hey Tomm - In that price range those would be the ones that I would have my eye on.

    Yet they are made in China then given the once over before cascade releases them here in the US.
    I followed that information and went out and got a few Nady cascade look a likes (RSM4) about $100. and to tell you the truth they work just as good as my cascades. In fact the motor looks identical.
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    Good info to know, I guess I'll take a closer look at the Nady's.
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    Are the ribbons needed for live sound support or recording? You hadn't specified.
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    Great stuff Moresound.
    Moresounds your man when it comes to mics
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    Quote Originally Posted by moresound View Post
    Are the ribbons needed for live sound support or recording? You hadn't specified.
    Live use
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    Myself and only speaking about myself here ..... I wouldn't go with them live.

    What are you gonna do about the back capturing lobe?
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    Position them straight up and down. The venue has very high ceilings
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    Quote Originally Posted by Tomm Williams View Post
    Position them straight up and down. The venue has very high ceilings
    Now ... that's interesting.
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    I have bought a couple of mics from this guy, we are in Australia, but his prices are really good.

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