Bought a Marshall v67 over the C1.

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Thanks to Alan for the CD comparing the C1, C3 and T3. Unfortunately, the T3 sounded so good, that I knew I could't buy the C1 without knowing I got less than I wanted (either the T3 or the TLM103).

Since I was sacrificing based on cost, I went with the v67. IMHO, not much of a sacrifice in quality when compared to the C1, but a big cost savings.

Picked it up at Mars on sale. Funny thing is that they have all the mics set up so you can "audition" them using headphones. One problem is that the volume isn't consistent which creates a bias toward the louder mics. Other interfering factors includ resonance in your head, other external noises, and the lack of ability to hear the mic in a mix.

Got the v67 anyways. Rah!
 
Glad you liked the CD. I am sure you will like the V67

Alan Hyatt
PMI Audio Group
 
Hey Alan, I hope I don't jinx it, but you seem to be taking on a whole new tone in you're posts. Especially the ones you said in Bruce's A/B comparisson thread. The last few posts have been very nicely said and everything.


Oh yeah, and you should put a PMI logo or something as your avatar....
 
The whole alan bashing fest is getting really tired, aside from it being uncalled for 9 times out of 10. It also kills the vibe on this board.

Keep things in perspective.

Studio projects is a great company, a company that has been a major breakthrough for many people here. Show some gratitude.
 
JuSumPilgrim said:
The whole alan bashing fest is getting really tired, aside from it being uncalled for 9 times out of 10. It also kills the vibe on this board.

Keep things in perspective.

Studio projects is a great company, a company that has been a major breakthrough for many people here. Show some gratitude.
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I was bashing if you actually read the post above. I was saying that he was being very helpful lately. Before now, he has mostly posted stuff that compare's the C1 to x mic. I don't think that that is helpful for anyone, because its a very opinion related statement comming from someone who obviously has a large interest in one side. Either way, I've never bashed Alan.
 
Just to add my thoughts to the stew, here...

I've felt a little hesitant to make any comments, positive or negative, about my new C1's for fear of getting too close to some of the anti-Alan energy. I have no huge complaints with the concerns raised about his conduct here, and have formed my own opinions, but...

I'd really just like to talk about the mics and the music.

;) And I think JF meant to say he wasn't bashing... ;)

Back to the topic at hand....

Lopp- let us know what you think of that mic when you get a chance to use it, eh?

Chris
 
yeah,

I saw the marsmusic deal in the magazine they sent. A v67 for $129 is amazing.

I sold my 6 month old one two weeks ago for $120 now they have it for $129.

I think its a steal.
 
I finally tried my v67g last night (had it for a week, jeez what is wrong with me?) and, I find this hard to say, it's WAY better than my Rode NT1 for way less dollars.

DO believe the hype.

I'd bet a lot of money that the C1 sounds at least as good if better.

I'm a believer now.
 
Chris Shaeffer said:
Lopp- let us know what you think of that mic when you get a chance to use it, eh?
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Definitely!

I'm in the process of setting my studio up. Once it's up, I'll post some MP3s comparing it to some other mics I have lying around. If it's good enough, I'll have to get another. :cool:

Thanks for the well wishes Alan.



Matt
 
Is there a difference between the V67M and the V67G (does the m have a gold-sputtered diaphragm and does this make a difference)?

I was also trying to decide between the C1, NT1, AT-3035 and the V67. There seems to be a lot of sentiment toward the MXL.
 
Ooh I can't believe I got to this first!

9 times out of ten you will get this response:

Yeah the color!

The small debate is whether the non Mars ones (which are green! hence the G) are wired with the same Mogami cable that the Mars one are advertised with.

I think the are they same, but I don't know if anyone here actually OWNS both of them to be sure...

nP
 
Chuck,

i never did get the lowdown on if there was a real difference between the v67g and the v67m.....you may wanna see if anyone will match that price..... www.abemusic.com did it for me (matched mars price, but they had v67g)....not everyone will match it on the technicality that they are different mics.....

do note that the mars model doesnt come with a shockmount.......

of those mics you mentioned, i like the v67 and the C1 for their cost/performance ratio.....the nt1 doesnt sound as good as these....in some applications the 3035 MAY sound better, but ive found the v67 and the c1 tend to work on a broader variety of applications, vocal styles, etc.....
 
Good Point

Gidge is right of course...

The Mars version is black not green and most importantly doesn't come with the shockmount. However the Mars price is $20 cheaper right now so that will give you a headstart on the cost of the shockmonut if you get it from them.


nP
 
Thanks guys. There's a Mars close by where I can try the Marshall and maybe the C1 too.
Gidge, I hope my fellow New Englanders left your home state in one piece after the Super Bowl....:D
 
You know, I don't have a C1, or any Studio Projects Mic for that matter, but I'd REALLY like to hear a Grand Piano recorded with one. Anybody here have a Studio Projects mic, and a Grand Piano?
I did however SEE some actual Studio Projects Mics, in captivity no less, just the other day. They're much bigger than I thought they were.:p
 
QUOTE:......."I did however SEE some actual Studio Projects Mics, in captivity no less, just the other day. They're much bigger than I thought they were."


That's why they are so popular with female vocalists:D
 
Ordered V67M from Mars Today

The combination of a bargain price and great sound pushed me over the edge, so I too will soon have a Marshall V67M from Mars Music in hand to put alongside my Studio Projects mic.

With $10 for shipping (about the same as sales tax here), the V67M has got to be one of the best deals ever in a large diaphragm condenser microphone. Many thanks to Gidge and others for the encouraging comments about this mic.

Michael, I haven't heard recordings of grand pianos mic'ed with LD condensers that I'm aware of (perhaps I have and just don't recognize it), but I wonder if you'd prefer the openness and broader soundstage of the C-3 to the more focused C-1? Were you thinking of the C-1 on grand mainly because you know the sound of the instrument so well? Or would the C-1 be the type of mic you would use anyway? I like your recordings of that seven foot Boston grand!

ChuckU, the recordings I've heard with the AT 3035 suggest it just isn't in the same league as the Studio Projects C-1 or C-3, the KSM32, or the AT 4047. Unfortunately, the AT 3035 *looks* like it should sound similar to the 4000 series, but that's where the similarity ends.

Choosing between the V67M and the Studio Projects C-1 is a tougher decision. The seeming $95 difference in price starts to shrink when you realize the C-1 includes a nice padded suitcase with reinforced corners, a metal spider shockmount that appears to be the same as the Marshall (the Marshall is $30 plus shipping), a foam windscreen for those occasions when you'd use your LD condenser outside, and free shipping.

By the time you add in the extras and the shipping, the actual difference shrinks to about $15 or so. And if you're patient and a gambler at heart, there's an outfit on ebay called bigbongo that is starting the C-1 at $158 and the C-3 at $270 with no reserve. Yikes! My wife will scream if I buy any more mics this month!

I'm glad a number of us will have the V67 in addition to the Behringer ECM 8000s. It's great to be able to compare impressions with one another about the same mics.

Best wishes,

Mark H.
 
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Mark H. said:

...Michael, I haven't heard recordings of grand pianos mic'ed with LD condensers that I'm aware of (perhaps I have and just don't recognize it), but I wonder if you'd prefer the openness and broader soundstage of the C-3 to the more focused C-1? Were you thinking of the C-1 on grand mainly because you know the sound of the instrument so well? Or would the C-1 be the type of mic you would use anyway? I like your recordings of that seven foot Boston grand!...
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I was thinking along the lines of the C-3

Mark H. said:

Yikes! My wife will scream if I buy any more mics this month!

Best wishes,

Mark H.
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Yeah, Mine too! There's always the doghouse though, if it just wasn't February!
 
Re: Ordered V67M from Mars Today

Mark H. said:
Choosing between the V67M and the Studio Projects C-1 is a tougher decision. The seeming $95 difference in price starts to shrink when you realize the C-1 includes a nice padded suitcase with reinforced corners, a metal spider shockmount that appears to be the same as the Marshall (the Marshall is $30 plus shipping), a foam windscreen for those occasions when you'd use your LD condenser outside, and free shipping.
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I was musing about this the other night. Especially based on a review of the MXL2001P at www.prorec.com that started noting the bellls and whistles that came with or should come with the mic. I mused that these are budget mics we are talking about. I want to get the best sounding mic for the buck. Once you start adding in the costs of a nice case, shockmount, windscreen, etc., the price starts going up. One view is to skip all that stuff and give me the best bang for the buck. If the mic isn't leaving the studio, you can argue you don't need the case or windscreen.

Not that all that stuff isn't nice to have. Also, providing things like a nice case hint of attention to detail and quality.

Yikes! My wife will scream if I buy any more mics this month!
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Heh. I'm getting married this summer. Thus, I'm trying to stock up on studio equipment before I have to beg to buy a guitar pick. ;)


Cheers,
Matt
 
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