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I really want a new pair of overhead mics (right now I'm using shure bg4.1s), but I can't decide whether to use SD or LD condensers. My setup is only four mics (i don't like close micing the toms). I am willing to spend up to $600 for the pair. The SD condensers I am looking at are (in no particular order):
1) marshall mxl603's (actually cheaper than my shures)
2) rode nt5's
3) audio tech. at4041's
4) crown cm-700's
LD that at which I am looking:
1) audio tech. at4033's
2) studio proj. c1's
3) shure ksm27 (i already have a 32, and was wondering if these sound somewhat similar, since i don't really want to buy another 32)

Any help is greatly appreciated,
Eric

P.S. - I have tried the search function, and I really can't find anything that compares all of these mics. Besides, I can't search for anything on the c1 unless it mentions studio projects (it annoys me that the words I'm searching for have to be at least three letters).
 
If I were you........

....I'd save up for a pair of AKG 451Bs! ($900/pair)
 
I have three sets of mics I reach for for over heads.
Octava MC-0112's (my first choice)
Neumann KM-184's
Audio Technica 4033's
The Octavas just sound a bit rounder sound and on cymbals, that can be a good thing. For jazzier/ lighter handed drummers the Neumanns or ATs are more accurate sounding.
 
Re: If I were you........

Blue Bear Sound said:
....I'd save up for a pair of AKG 451Bs! ($900/pair)
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Yessssssss...finally I found something that's actually cheaper in Europe then in the states ;) ;)
AKG C451 special edition in wooden case+shield+clamp for €388 ! Gotta be the next thing I'm gonna save for.

Blue Bear, what's your pref kick mike ? I'm doubting AKG D112 or Shure Beta 52
(Beta 91 bit outta my league)

Thx,
Herwig
 
I use a vintage D12 or the ubiquitous D112.........!
 
if i'm correct, the c451 is the original model. Also the price he speaks of is in pounds, and it isn't for the pair. right?
 
If you would mean the €388 I was speaking about. It's in EURO (hence the €-mark :rolleyes: ) and yes, it a piece.

Being the Euro and US Dollar at about the same rate, 2x388 < 900 :cool:

Maybe the 451B differs from the orig 451 (being actually a 451 enclosure with CK1 capsule, = the most used), idunno.


Herwig
 
451

I have a 451. I've had it for a while and mainly use it to record acoustic guitar and sound affects. I've been tempted to get a 451 B and use them as overheads but I'm worried they really won't match up sonically. Anyone made the comparison?
 
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