Overhead mics
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Massive Master
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Small diaphragm condensers are the "usual" suspects.
Can't go wrong - Shure SM-81 & AKG C-391-B
Right on track - Oktava MC-012
John Scrip - www.massivemastering.com
Can't go wrong - Shure SM-81 & AKG C-391-B
Right on track - Oktava MC-012
John Scrip - www.massivemastering.com
Henri Devill
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Like John says..But right now I'm likeing the KSM44's..But for less expensive you can't beat the Oktava's..I tried them and they were really very cool..Good luck
Don
Don
mrface2112
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i'm using a pair of 603's as well for overheards. they do an ok job. my room's not great, and some of the "cheaper" cymbals i have come across as harsh due to the freq bump the 603's have in the high end. their pattern is a little wide for my tastes, too.
i need to get a pair of mc-012's or a second B1, b/c i'd really like to give them a try.
although, i have to admit that since i got a new ride cymbal (K custom dark), i've liked the sound of the 603's more--they're a good contrast to the darker K. i've been replacing most of my cymbals with A's and K's for several years now, when the funds and stars align.
wade
i need to get a pair of mc-012's or a second B1, b/c i'd really like to give them a try.
although, i have to admit that since i got a new ride cymbal (K custom dark), i've liked the sound of the 603's more--they're a good contrast to the darker K. i've been replacing most of my cymbals with A's and K's for several years now, when the funds and stars align.
wade
Yeah, I was a little afraid of the reputed high-end bump of the 603's, but haven't run into any problems whatsoever with them; in fact, I find myself boosting a bit in the 12k range.
I think it depends on a few things:
1) are you recording to digital or analog? On analog tape, those highs that are a little sizzly sort of seem to smooth over.
2)and most importantly-the sound of the particular cymbals. Most of the drummers I work with are ROCK guys, and use darkish Zildjans.
Chris
I think it depends on a few things:
1) are you recording to digital or analog? On analog tape, those highs that are a little sizzly sort of seem to smooth over.
2)and most importantly-the sound of the particular cymbals. Most of the drummers I work with are ROCK guys, and use darkish Zildjans.
Chris
I bought a used set of Studio Project C4 specifically for overheads, and secondary use for acoustic guitar with the omni capsules.
