Neumann U89

[NL5]

Has anybody used one? Opinions? Is it worth the price? Good on vocals and acoustic guitar?

Thanks.

NL5

 

[Harvey Gerst]

Has anybody used one? Opinions? Is it worth the price? Good on vocals and acoustic guitar?

Thanks.

NL5

It's been ages since I've used an 89, but it's much better than the U87, IMO. Flatter and wider response, higher SPL, and five patterns instead of three.

 

[NL5]

Thanks Harvey!

 

[chessparov]

I only got to try it once a long time ago, and agree with Harvey.
Would get a U89 WAY before a U87 based on that experience.

BTW the Aussie group "Men At Work" lead singer was miked with a U89 and a 414 at the same time for his (Colin Hay's) vocals.

Chris

 

[NL5]

Thanks Chris.

I got a great deal on one, so I grabbed it.

 

[chessparov]

Congrats!

BTW along with Bob Ohlsson and Scott Dorsey (at RAP), Harvey has been a huge influence as far as judging/understanding all these mics better.

Chris