Hey man, I was gonna let you know that I got those C4's in the mail, but hey, found that you post here instead!
I just want to thank you for hooking me up and getting these mics out so quickly...gave me a good day to play with 'em!
Anyways, they're my first SDC's and I'm REALLY digging 'em. On my Tama Starclassics, they sound BEAUTIFUL up in an ORTF, really nice in spaced-pair, and I never did like the X-Y. I recorded a whole bunch of clips with my minidisc that I'll get up by tomorrow night. Main discoveries: ORTF is very detailed with a great amount of kick drum, decent toms, and very accurate stereo placement. X-Y is probably mono-compatible more than anything else, but I just don't like the lack of stereo spread. The spaced pairs generally have a little more bass but they can be a bit harsh because of being too close (I have low ceilings).
I find it interesting that there is quite a difference between the omni and cardioid capsules. The cardioids are very smooth and detailed, with just a hint of a midrange bump (improves clarity, but can sound a bit harsh/loud when mic'ed up improperly). The omni's are very dark sounding, with a lot of bass and a very "unified" sound, but that may just be because there's not really any treble to speak of. They aren't as natural as I would have expected with my previous omni experience, but they may have their place with really bright sources.
And on acoustic guitar, this is the sound I've been looking for. My NT2 got kinda close, but not quite there at all. About 4" - 6" from the spot where the neck meets the body, directly pointing at the fingerboard, with the cardioid capsule...that's perfect. You've got quite a bit of clarity (imagine hearing the pick on the strings instead of hearing treble and midrange) but also have enough bass to stand up on a solo track. I didn't really like any other placement - including the omni...it could just be my guitar (Tacoma Rosewood/Spruce solid wood guitar).
As far as downsides go...I don't like the shockmounts...one's very loose-fitting, the other's tight. I might get some AKG D112 mounts, as they are about the same diameter but very tight. Also, the omni capsules are quite dark...I'm sure I'll find some use for them...but hey the cardioids are quite nice, so I'm thrilled.
Again, thanks to John and I'll get some clips up tomorrow night.
- Jarick
I just want to thank you for hooking me up and getting these mics out so quickly...gave me a good day to play with 'em!
Anyways, they're my first SDC's and I'm REALLY digging 'em. On my Tama Starclassics, they sound BEAUTIFUL up in an ORTF, really nice in spaced-pair, and I never did like the X-Y. I recorded a whole bunch of clips with my minidisc that I'll get up by tomorrow night. Main discoveries: ORTF is very detailed with a great amount of kick drum, decent toms, and very accurate stereo placement. X-Y is probably mono-compatible more than anything else, but I just don't like the lack of stereo spread. The spaced pairs generally have a little more bass but they can be a bit harsh because of being too close (I have low ceilings).
I find it interesting that there is quite a difference between the omni and cardioid capsules. The cardioids are very smooth and detailed, with just a hint of a midrange bump (improves clarity, but can sound a bit harsh/loud when mic'ed up improperly). The omni's are very dark sounding, with a lot of bass and a very "unified" sound, but that may just be because there's not really any treble to speak of. They aren't as natural as I would have expected with my previous omni experience, but they may have their place with really bright sources.
And on acoustic guitar, this is the sound I've been looking for. My NT2 got kinda close, but not quite there at all. About 4" - 6" from the spot where the neck meets the body, directly pointing at the fingerboard, with the cardioid capsule...that's perfect. You've got quite a bit of clarity (imagine hearing the pick on the strings instead of hearing treble and midrange) but also have enough bass to stand up on a solo track. I didn't really like any other placement - including the omni...it could just be my guitar (Tacoma Rosewood/Spruce solid wood guitar).
As far as downsides go...I don't like the shockmounts...one's very loose-fitting, the other's tight. I might get some AKG D112 mounts, as they are about the same diameter but very tight. Also, the omni capsules are quite dark...I'm sure I'll find some use for them...but hey the cardioids are quite nice, so I'm thrilled.
Again, thanks to John and I'll get some clips up tomorrow night.
- Jarick