Need overhead drum mics...

[Peridis]

Looking for some inexpensive overhead drum mics. I am looking to spend between $150-$200 per mic. Any suggestions?

 

[Hard2Hear]

We are using AKG C1000's and alternating with Sure SM-81's. They are both very good sounding. I can't wait to post something with the new drum setup.

Both these mics are in your range.

 

[Fishmed]

I have been using AKG D418 for overheads for quite some time now. I have had great results with them. I need to post some new MP3 files.

 

[Peridis]

wow, thanks for the fast reply. I'm looking more toward the AKG C1000 because it is less money. I can't seem to find the AKG D418 online anywhere? Also is the Rode NT3 any good for overhead? Thanks

 

[Fishmed]

I am sorry. I ment to say AKG C418.

 

[pratt]

Re: Rode NT3s

Rode NT3s work great as drum overheads...I use a pair and am very happy with them (only $150/mic as well)

 

[Track Rat]

I've benn using Octava MC-012s and also AT-4033s. Not sure which I like better. They each have a different color. The 4033s are a little out of your price range but the Octavas can be had at Guitar Satin for about what you want to spend.

 

[tubedude]

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Check out the Marshalls, too... $100 a pop list... I've seen 3 for $249.00!
Paul

 

[gnarled]

Abemusic.com has (had) the MXL603s for $75 ea. and free shipping if your order is over $100. I'm pretty impressed with mine so far.

 

[TeyshaBlue]

I'm surprised the Crown C700's haven't made an appearance on this list....good little mics and can be found at $100 or so.

 

[Tekker]

This is a little out of your price range but it might be something to think about a little later down the road and/or for anyone else who's interested. The Audio Technica AT825 Stereo mic: I've heard some good stuff about this mic, and I heard it goes for about $700 Canadian (so what ever that currency rate translates too), not a bad price at $350 a mic but just a little out of your price range, like I said before.

Check it out at
http://www.audiotechnica.com/prodpro/profiles/AT825.html

-tkr

 

[kristian]

I use a matched pair of CM700s. However i used to revel about them. they are amazing for cardiods. but i really wish i had a pair of omnis for overheads. Omni mode i have started using it on everything with my AKG414... so dont discount some omni small diaphragms if you can try some out. it represents a real sound since its not directional.

 

[Peridis]

Thanks for all the great responses. I'm checking out all of these mics. Where can you find the Crown C700's for $100 or so? I only see them for $247.

 

[kristian]

I think he meant that price used. They are around $200. $247 is way too much for a single one. igot my matched pair for $420

 

[Peridis]

so far I'm leaning still towards the AKG C1000s's. I can get a pair new for $299. Are the Marshall MXL603s any good? How would they compare?

 

[TeyshaBlue]

Thanks for all the great responses. I'm checking out all of these mics. Where can you find the Crown C700's for $100 or so? I only see them for $247.

Oopps..my bad. Yeah, you can find them around 100 to 125 used, but Guitar Satan has been closing these out and I've seen them priced a few weeks ago at 150 new.

 

[Harvey Gerst]

so far I'm leaning still towards the AKG C1000s's. I can get a pair new for $299. Are the Marshall MXL603s any good? How would they compare?

The AKG C1000s sound peaky in the high range to me. The MXL 603S sounds quite a bit smoother to me. I also really like the Audix TR-40 omni mics for overheads and they are available as a matched set for around $400 new.